How mulch bulk mulch will my truck hold?
| Category | Type | Bed Size | Amount of Mulch |
| Compact Truck | Chevy Colorado, S10, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma | 1 – 1.5 yards | |
| 1/2 Ton Truck | Chevy 1500, Dodge 1500, Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra | 6 feet | 1.5 – 2 yards |
| 8 feet | 3 yards | ||
| 3/4 Ton Truck | Chevy 2500, Dodge Ram 2500, Ford F-250 | 6 feet | 2 yards |
| 8 feet | 3 yards | ||
| 1 Ton Truck | Dodge 3500, Ford F-350, Chevy 3500, GMC 3500 | 8 feet | 3 yards |
Compact Truck
Chevy Colorado, S10, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma
Amount of Mulch: 1-1.5 yards
1/2 Ton Truck
Chevy 1500, Dodge 1500, Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra
Bed Size: 6 feet
Amount of Mulch: 1.5-2 yards
1/2 Ton Truck
Chevy 1500, Dodge 1500, Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra
Bed Size: 8 feet
Amount of Mulch: 3 yards
3/4 Ton Truck
Chevy 2500, Dodge Ram 2500, Ford F-250
Bed Size: 6 feet
Amount of Mulch: 2 yards
3/4 Ton Truck
Chevy 2500, Dodge Ram 2500, Ford F-250
Bed Size: 8 feet
Amount of Mulch: 3 yards
1 Ton Truck
Dodge 3500, Ford F-350, Chevy 3500, GMC 3500
Bed Size: 8 feet
Amount of Mulch: 3 yards
MULCH CALCULATOR
To calculate mulch on mobile devices, tap the white square after inputting thickness and garden size. The screen may refresh and you may need to scroll back down to get the results.
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Types of Mulch
Eco-Smart Hardwood
- Natural, double-shredded hardwood
- Colorant free
- Uniform consistency
- Conserves moisture in the soil
- Minimizes soil erosion & compaction
- A great choice for all landscapes
- Available in 2 cubic foot bags
Ultra Black Dyed Hardwood Mulch
- Processed from shredded hardwood
- Color-enhanced with a non-toxic bio-degradable colorant
- Safe to use around childrens, plants and pets
- Conserves moisture in the soil
- Minimizes soil erosion & compaction
- Available in 2 cubic foot bags
Forest Pine Bark Mulch
- Natural dark brown bark mulch
- Chipped texture
- Discourages weeds, reduces erosion
- Retains soil moisture for healthier plants
- Adds beauty to landscape beds, patios or foundations
- Average length of each pine chip: 0.5″
- Available in 2 cubic foot bags
Ohio Mulch Pine Bark Mini Nugget Mulch
- Natural dark brown bark mulch
- Discourages weeds, reduces erosion
- Retains soil moisture for healthier plants
- Adds beauty to landscape beds, patios or foundations
- Average diameter of each mini nugget: 1 to 3″
- Available in 2 cubic foot bags
Sweet Peet
- Available in bulk and 2 cu. ft. bags
- Has a rich dark color and natural texture.
- Different from other mulches because it contains NO construction or demolition debris
- When spread at 3-4”, it will prevent compaction, retain moisture, suppress weeds and slowly release nutrients to the root system.
- The perfect mulch for flower and vegetable gardens because it naturalizes soil acidity
- Does not compete for nitrogen in the soil like regular mulches do to help it decompose
Pine Soil Conditioner
- Helps to retain moisture
- Lowers soil pH
- Adds organic matter to improve soil
- Ideal for new trees, evergreens, Azalea, Rhododendron & more
- Available in bulk only
Types of Stone & Gravel
Pea Gravel
- Average length/diameter of each pebble: 0.25″ – 0.5″
- Pebbles range in color from light to dark gray, beige, brown and brown/pink tones
- Available in 1/2 cubic foot bags
White Marble Chips
- Average length/diameter of each stone: 2-3″
- Stones are white in color
- Available in 1/2 cubic foot bags
Pond Pebbles
- Graded stone for controlling erosion, resisting decay and decorative purposes.
- Heavy duty UV resistant bag
- Available in 1/2 cubic foot bags
- 50-55 pound bag weight
Red Deco Rock
- Available in 1/2 cubic foot bags
- Made from crushed up brick material, not lava rock
- Average length/diameter of each stone: 2″ – 2.5″
River Pebbles
- Available in 1/2 cubic foot bags
- Average length/diameter of each stone: 2″ – 2.5″
Premium Play Sand
- Use for children’s sand boxes
- Ideal for molding and building
- Can be used in many landscape applications
- Washed, screened and dried
- Available in 50 pound (1/2 cubic foot) bags
Frequently Asked Questions:
- How can I determine how much mulch I need?
To determine amount of mulch you must first figure the square footage of the area. Once you determine the square feet, multiply that by the depth of the mulch that you are planning to put down (we usually suggest 2-3″).So, if you have 100 sq. ft. and plan to apply 2″, then the equation would look like this:100 * 2/12 = 16.666 cu. ft.
From here, you would need 8 bags of 2 cubic foot mulch or 6 bags of 3 cubic foot mulch. If you plan to buy bulk mulch, divide cubic feet by 27.For 16.666 cu. ft., you would need 1/2 cubic yard of bulk mulch.
- Why don’t you sell Cypress mulch?
We at Dayton Nursery will no longer offer Cypress Mulch as young trees and great swaths of trees are being ground up into mulch for gardens and destroying Cypress ecosystems in the southeastern United States. Your help in this matter will preserve the Cypress forests of the Southeast. - How do I know which mulch to chose?
You should chose a mulch based on what you like best. Some like the shredded look of our hardwood and Scott’s mulches, whereas, others like chipped mulch such as Pine Bark. Its best to use a lighter mulch, such as Pine Bark, in beds with annual flowers. - Do you have any tips on mulching?
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