Mulch Calculator: Cubic Yards & Bags Needed
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Bed shape
Rectangle
Circle / tree ring
Triangle
Trapezoid
Bed length
ft
Bed width
ft
Outer diameter
ft
Trunk / center diameter
ft
Leave a few inches of bare ground around a trunk.
Number of identical beds
Triangle base
ft
Triangle height
ft
Trapezoid side A
ft
Trapezoid side B
ft
Trapezoid height
ft
Mulch depth
in
Recommended: 2–3 in for beds, 3–4 in for play areas.
Bag size
2 cu ft bag
3 cu ft bag
1 cu ft bag
Price per cubic yard
$
Bulk mulch typically costs $25–$60/yd³.
Price per bag
$
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