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4.7
out of 5 based on 137 reviews
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A. Gaige Brunner
A. Gaige Brunner

I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my o...

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I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my order online, picked my delivery date, laid out my tarp and the dirt was delivered. My delivery had to be pushed back, but I was kept informed via text, which was great. So why not 5 stars? The description of garden soil on the website is "A balanced mix of topsoil and organic amendments ready for raised beds, flower gardens, and new planting areas. Good drainage, solid nutrients, easy to work with." What I got was more like fill dirt. It had a lot of gravel, a lot of clay, and random trash mixed in. I didn't test the soil to see if it actually had "amendments" because I already have compost and alpaca manure ready to add, but if I'd known the quality of the dirt was going to be the same as the bagged dirt I bought last year, I probably would have gotten 2 yards of top soil and a yard of leaf compost for better quality, especially since the leaf compost is cheaper. Photo of my mountain of dirt and just some of the trash I found in it.

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Erika Mayer
Erika Mayer

I had a great experience ordering from Mulch Mound- they offered a quick turnaround and they delivered a generous/heaping 4 cubic yards. Driver was...

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I had a great experience ordering from Mulch Mound- they offered a quick turnaround and they delivered a generous/heaping 4 cubic yards. Driver was kind and professional, couldn’t have asked for an easier or better experience.

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Emily Vertosick
Emily Vertosick

My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. Th...

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My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. They came in my requested time frame (afternoon) and dropped it off where I asked on my driveway. The topsoil was exactly what was advertised, clean with no rocks or other debris. The price was reasonable. I plan to use them again in a couple weeks to order compost for my garden beds.

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We’ve got you covered with our full line of landscape supply products, from premium mulch and quality soil to decorative stone, helping you create a cohesive, professional landscape that enhances your property for years to come.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Clay loam soil throughout Emerson compacts easily and holds water longer than most plants prefer, creating soggy low spots that stress roots and invite fungal disease over time. To correct problem areas before planting, work two to three inches of coarse horticultural sand and aged compost into the top eight inches of existing soil to open up the pore structure. For persistently wet zones along fence lines or property edges, a four-inch bed of washed drainage gravel beneath a permeable ground cover redirects standing water away from turf and foundation plantings.

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Well-defined bed edges make a significant visual difference in Emerson yards and reduce the ongoing maintenance that comes from lawn grass creeping into planted areas each season. Steel edging set at grade holds its line through the freeze and thaw cycles common in Zone 7a and requires almost no attention once installed. Plan edging installation before spreading fresh mulch each spring so you get a clean, finished result from the very start of the growing season.

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Primary ZIP: 07630
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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Raised beds are a practical solution for Emerson homeowners dealing with the drainage limitations of native clay loam soil. Filling a raised structure with a screened topsoil and compost blend creates growing conditions that are far more forgiving for vegetables, herbs, and ornamentals than working directly in the compacted native soil. Even a modest eight to ten inch depth makes a meaningful difference in root development and overall plant performance through the season.

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What is the best bulk mulch for Emerson's wet spring conditions?

Double-shredded hardwood mulch handles Emerson's wet springs well because it allows water to pass through while still suppressing weeds and retaining moisture during drier stretches. Apply it at three to four inches deep. Avoid fine-textured mulches that can mat and repel water during very wet conditions, which redirects runoff across bed surfaces rather than allowing it to infiltrate into the soil below.

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Can I improve drainage in my Emerson lawn by adding topsoil?

Adding topsoil alone will not fix drainage issues in Emerson if the underlying clay loam is heavily compacted. Core aeration followed by a top-dressing of compost is more effective because it breaks up compaction and introduces organic matter into the soil profile. Repeat this process annually for two to three seasons to see a meaningful improvement in both drainage and overall grass health.

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How should I prepare my Emerson beds for winter before the first frost in late October?

After cutting back perennials and removing spent annual plants, apply a two to three inch layer of fresh mulch across all beds before the first frost around October 29. This insulates roots through the winter and prevents repeated freeze and thaw cycles from heaving shallow-rooted plants out of the clay loam soil. Leave two to three inches of clearance around woody stems and plant crowns to prevent rot during the wet early spring period.

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Emerson is a compact Bergen County borough that has seen steady residential investment, with homeowners upgrading outdoor spaces to match the area's rising curb appeal. The flat to gently rolling topography and heavy clay loam soil common across northern New Jersey means drainage is a frequent consideration whenever new planting beds or lawn areas are planned. Bulk orders of washed gravel, drainage stone, and blended topsoil delivered right to the driveway make tackling those wet-spot projects far more practical.

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