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How Much Mulch for 1500 Square Feet?

Covering 1500 sq ft with mulch 2 inches deep takes 9.39 cubic yards — that's about 127 bags (2 cu ft each), or cheaper bought in bulk. Change the depth or area below for your beds.

01 / YOUR MEASUREMENTSUpdate any value
Mulch needed
9.39 cu yd
Bed area
1,521 sq ft
Mulch needed
9.39 cubic yards254 cubic feet at 2" deep
2-cu-ft bags
127 bagsbagged mulch is sold in 2 cu ft bags
Bulk cost (est.)
$423~$45/CY delivered vs $508 bagged

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