Quick Answer

AT 1" DEEP 324 sq ft AT 2" DEEP 162 sq ft AT 3" DEEP ★ 108 sq ft Most common AT 4" DEEP 81 sq ft

Full Coverage Table

Cubic YardsAt 1" DeepAt 2" DeepAt 3" DeepAt 4" Deep
0.5 yd³162 sq ft81 sq ft54 sq ft40 sq ft
1 yd³324 sq ft162 sq ft108 sq ft81 sq ft
2 yd³648 sq ft324 sq ft216 sq ft162 sq ft
3 yd³972 sq ft486 sq ft324 sq ft243 sq ft
5 yd³1,620 sq ft810 sq ft540 sq ft405 sq ft
10 yd³3,240 sq ft1,620 sq ft1,080 sq ft810 sq ft

How Many Yards for My Area?

Square Feet × Depth (inches) ÷ 324 = Cubic Yards
  • 500 sq ft at 3": 500 × 3 ÷ 324 = 4.63 yd³
  • 1,000 sq ft at 2": 1,000 × 2 ÷ 324 = 6.17 yd³
💡 Settlement tip

All organic mulch settles 10–15% within 4–6 weeks. If you want a solid 3-inch layer after settlement, apply 3.3–3.5 inches. Order 10–15% extra on any bulk order.

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FAQ

How many square feet does 2 yards of mulch cover?

  • At 2 inches deep: 324 sq ft
  • At 3 inches deep: 216 sq ft

How many square feet does 5 yards of mulch cover?

  • At 2 inches deep: 810 sq ft
  • At 3 inches deep: 540 sq ft