DIY Mulch & Soil Estimator

Estimate mulch for flower beds, soil for garden beds, or planting mix for shrubs, bushes, and single plants.

What are you planning?

Project Type

Choose the project that best matches what you are shopping for.

Tell us about your mulch area

General Shape

Length (in feet)

Width (in feet)

Desired Depth (in inches)

Retail Bag Size

Planting Hole Diameter (in inches)

Planting Hole Depth (in inches)

Number of Plants

Retail Bag Size

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Include 10% safety buffer for settling and uneven spreading

Added Areas

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Your Project Estimate

Retail Bags Needed

Estimated Coverage Area

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Total Material Needed

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Bulk Equivalent

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Tip: For a fresh decorative mulch layer, many homeowners use about 2 inches. For new beds or heavier coverage, 3 inches may be better.

This estimate is meant to help with planning before you shop. Actual needs may vary depending on bed shape, slope, settling, and how evenly the material is spread.