Landscaping
Landscaping Calculators
Free calculators for mulch, gravel, topsoil, and rubber mulch — covering paths, beds, driveways, drainage trenches, and playgrounds. The Gravel Calculator includes density presets for crushed stone, pea gravel, river rock, limestone, and sand.
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Mulch Calculator
Use this mulch calculator to plan a flower bed, tree ring, or full landscape refresh.
Open calculatorGravel Calculator
Quick answer: a 20×10 ft × 4 in driveway top coat needs 2.
Open calculatorTopsoil Calculator
Estimate topsoil volume for a lawn, raised bed, or grading project.
Open calculatorRubber Mulch Calculator
Calculate how much rubber mulch you need for a playground, garden bed, or pet run.
Open calculatorFence Calculator
Use this fence calculator to estimate posts, rails, pickets, and concrete bags for any wood or vinyl fence.
Open calculatorSod Calculator
Use this sod calculator to estimate how many square yards, pieces, and pallets of sod you need for any lawn.
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Reference
Quick answers for landscaping
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How Many Cubic Feet Are in a Yard of Mulch?
A cubic yard of mulch contains exactly 27 cubic feet — that's 13.5 bags of 2-cubic-foot mulch or 9 bags of 3-cubic-foot mulch.
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How Many Bags of Mulch Are in a Yard?
A cubic yard of mulch equals about 13.5 bags of 2-cubic-foot mulch or 9 bags of 3-cubic-foot mulch.
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How Much Is a Yard of Mulch?
A cubic yard of mulch costs $25–$45 delivered in bulk, or about $70–$100 if you buy the equivalent in retail bags. Premium colored hardwood is on the higher end.
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How Many Tons Are in a Yard of Gravel?
One cubic yard of standard gravel weighs about 1.4 tons (2,800 lbs). Pea gravel is closer to 1.3 tons; crushed stone runs up to 1.5 tons.
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How Much Does a Yard of Topsoil Weigh?
Dry topsoil weighs about 2,000 lbs per cubic yard (1 ton). Wet or compacted topsoil can hit 3,000 lbs (1.5 tons).
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How Much Does a Bag of Mulch Weigh?
A standard 2 cubic foot bag of mulch weighs 20 to 30 lbs depending on type. Hardwood and cedar are heaviest; pine bark and pine straw are lightest.
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How Much Does a Yard of Mulch Weigh?
A cubic yard of mulch weighs 400 to 800 lbs depending on type and moisture. Hardwood is heaviest (~800 lbs), pine bark is lightest (~400 lbs).
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How Many Cubic Feet of Soil Are in a Yard?
A cubic yard of soil equals 27 cubic feet (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft = 27 ft³).
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How Much Is a Ton of Gravel?
A ton of bulk gravel costs $15–$50 in 2026, depending on type and region. Add $50–$150 for delivery. Pea gravel is more expensive than crusher run.
FAQ
Frequently asked
Bulk is roughly half the price per cubic yard for mulch, gravel, sand, and topsoil. Above ~2 yd³ delivery wins. Below 1 yd³ bagged is more practical because the trip charge eats the savings.
Mulch: 2–3 in for beds, 6 in for playground (ASTM-rated). Gravel driveway base: 4–6 in compacted. Pea gravel path: 2–3 in over a crusher-run base.