How many bags of mulch in a cubic yard?

About 13.5 bags of 2 cubic foot mulch make one cubic yard (27 cubic feet).

Mulch Calculator

Most garden beds use 2 to 3 inches of mulch.

Find out how much mulch your beds need in cubic yards or 2 cu ft bags.

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Project prep: Confirm mulch type, bed edging, weed fabric needs, delivery fees, and spreading tools before you buy.

Volume = Length × Width × Depth. Divide cubic feet by 27 for cubic yards, or by 2 for the number of standard 2 cu ft bags.

How many bags of mulch in a yard?

About 13.5 bags of 2 cu ft mulch per cubic yard.

How deep should mulch be?

Usually 2–3 inches for garden beds.