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Mulch & Soil Calculator

Calculate how much mulch or soil you need for your garden beds

Garden Bed Dimensions

Bed 1

Mulch: 2-4 inches | Soil: 3-12 inches

Gardening Tips

  • • Mulch depth: 2-3 inches for flower beds, 3-4 inches for tree rings
  • • Soil depth: 6-12 inches for vegetables, 3-6 inches for annual flowers
  • • Buy 10% extra to account for settling and compaction
  • • Bulk delivery is usually cheaper for large areas (over 3 cubic yards)
  • • Refresh mulch annually to maintain appearance and benefits

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