How Much Mulch for 600 Square Feet?

For 600 square feet of mulch at 3 inches deep, you need about 5.56 cubic yards - roughly 75 bags (2 cu ft bag). The amount changes with depth; the table below shows common depths, and you can adjust everything in the calculator.

DepthCubic yardsBags
2 in3.750
3 in5.5675
4 in7.41100

Based on 600 square feet (600 sq ft). One cubic yard = 27 cubic feet; bags are 2 cu ft bag.

2-3 in to refresh an existing bed, 3-4 in for new beds and weed suppression.

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You need about

5.56cubic yards
75
bags (2 cu ft bag)
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Measure the length and width of the bed in feet. For an odd shape, break it into rectangles and add them up, or use the round option for circular beds and tree rings.

Pick a depth: 2 to 3 inches refreshes an existing bed, while 3 to 4 inches is better for a new bed because it blocks more light and suppresses weeds.

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