What mulch means
Mulch is a layer of shredded bark, wood chips, straw or stone spread over soil in beds to hold moisture, block weeds and finish the look.
Where it matters on a landscaping job
Mulch is sold and priced by the cubic yard, and spring mulching is reliable recurring work. Keep mulch off tree trunks and house siding, and measure bed area to order the right amount.
What it costs
Jobs that involve mulch are priced in the landscaping cost guide: about $6,750 typical, usually $4,600 to $10,500. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The mulch, soil and gravel calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Mulch, soil and gravel calculator
- Cost guide: Landscaping cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free landscaping resources