Mulch & Landscaping Calculator

Quickly estimate how much mulch, topsoil, compost, or gravel you need for any garden bed. Pick a shape, enter dimensions and desired depth, and get cubic yards, bag counts, and projected cost. Perfect for landscapers and weekend gardeners alike.

Mulch Volume Calculator

Area shape

Length (ft)

Width (ft)

Depth (inches)

Waste factor (%)

Price per cubic yard ($)

Mulch Needed

Cubic feet—

Cubic yards—

1 cu ft bags—

2 cu ft bags—

Estimated cost (bulk)—

Pickup Truck Capacity

Standard full-size pickup bed holds about 2 cubic yards of mulch. Enter total yards needed to see trips required.

Cubic yards to haul

Truck capacity (yards)

Trips

Trips required—

A 3-inch layer of mulch is the sweet spot for weed suppression and moisture retention. Don't pile mulch against tree trunks — leave a 2–3 inch gap.