Quick Answer
- Bulk shredded hardwood: \€“\ per cubic yard
- Bulk cedar mulch: \€“\ per cubic yard
- Dyed/colored mulch: \€“\ per cubic yard
- Rubber mulch (bulk): \€“\ per cubic yard
- Bagged (2 cu ft @ \): \ per cubic yard equivalent
Mulch Price Table (2025)
| Mulch Type | Bulk Per Yd3 | 2 cu ft Bags | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shredded hardwood | \€“\ | \.50–\ | General garden beds, cost-effective |
| Dyed/colored (brown, red, black) | \€“\ | \€“\ | Curb appeal; color lasts 1–2 seasons |
| Cedar mulch | \€“\ | \€“\ | Pest deterrent; slow decomposing |
| Pine bark nuggets | \€“\ | \€“\ | Decorative; good for formal beds |
| Cypress mulch | \€“\ | \€“\ | Moisture retention; mold resistant |
| Compost mulch | \€“\ | Rare in bags | Soil amendment + mulch in one |
| Rubber mulch | \€“\ | \€“\ | Play areas; very long-lasting (10+ yrs) |
Bags vs Bulk: When to Choose Each
| Scenario | Best Choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Under 0.5 yd3 | Bags | Delivery minimum fee makes bulk impractical |
| 0.5–2 yd3 | Either | Compare bag price × count vs bulk delivered price |
| Over 2 yd3 | Bulk | 40–60% cheaper; minimal additional delivery cost |
| Remote/no vehicle access | Bags | Can be carried by hand; no truck needed |
💡 Spring delivery tip
Most mulch suppliers offer early-bird discounts (10–20%) for orders placed before April 1st. Book your bulk mulch delivery in February or March and save — just store on a tarp if delivered before you're ready to spread.
Project Cost Examples
- Front beds (500 sq ft at 3"): 4.6 yd3 of hardwood = \€“\ material + delivery
- Full yard (2,000 sq ft at 3"): 18.5 yd3 = \€“\ material + delivery
- Single tree ring (6 ft diameter, 4"): 0.06 yd3 = 1 bag (\€“\)
Calculate Your Mulch Order
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Open Mulch Calculator →FAQ
How much does a yard of mulch cost delivered?
Bulk shredded hardwood mulch delivered typically costs \€“\ per cubic yard for small loads (1–3 yards), including delivery. Unit cost drops to \€“\/yd3 for 5+ yard orders.
How much does a truckload of mulch cost?
A full tandem truckload (10–15 yd3) of bulk hardwood mulch costs \€“\ material plus \€“\ delivery = \€“\ total.