Mulch Calculator — Free Online Mulch Calculator

Calculate how much mulch (yards and bags) your garden beds need. 100% free, no signup.

Mulch needed
0 yd³
Bed area0 ft²
Volume0 ft³
Bags0

How much mulch do I need?

Multiply the bed's width by length for the area, then by depth in feet (inches ÷ 12) to get cubic feet, and divide by 27 for cubic yards. A 2–3 inch layer suppresses weeds and holds moisture; refresh most mulches once a year.

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Frequently asked questions

How deep should mulch be?

Aim for 2–3 inches. Less than 2 inches lets weeds through; more than 3–4 inches can suffocate roots and hold too much moisture against stems.

How many bags in a cubic yard?

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet, so about 13–14 of the common 2 ft³ bags, or 9 of the 3 ft³ bags.

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