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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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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

Fall seeding gives new Highwood lawn areas the best possible chance at successful establishment compared to spring planting. Cool nights, warm days, and autumn rainfall create ideal germination conditions without the summer weed pressure and heat stress that overwhelm and outcompete spring-seeded grass before it matures and thickens.

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Container gardening is a practical solution for Highwood gardeners who want flexibility with color and plant placement throughout the season. Use containers at least 12 inches deep for most annuals and perennials, and choose a quality potting mix rather than garden soil, which compacts quickly in pots. Highwood's compressed growing window,with a last frost around May 15,means starting containers indoors in early May gives you weeks of extra color before outdoor conditions are fully reliable.

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Adding stone elements to Highwood landscapes creates lasting structure that requires virtually no seasonal maintenance. Natural flagstone patios and stepping stone paths need a proper gravel base,4 to 6 inches of compacted crushed stone,to resist frost heave through zone 5b winters. River rock used as a mulch alternative around foundation shrubs won't decompose like organic mulch, making it a practical long-term choice for low-maintenance zones near the house.

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What soil amendments help most when establishing new garden beds in Highwood?

Highwood's native silt loam benefits most from compost additions to improve aeration and nutrient content. Incorporate 2 to 3 inches of finished compost into the top 8 to 10 inches before planting new beds. For clay-heavy subsoil areas, adding coarse compost further opens texture. Amended beds establish plants faster,which matters in Highwood's short season between the May 15 last frost and October 1 first frost.

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When is the best time to apply mulch in Highwood to get the most benefit through the growing season?

In Highwood, the ideal window is late April through mid-May, after soil has begun to warm but before summer heat arrives. Mulching too early traps cold in the ground and delays plant emergence. A 3-inch hardwood mulch layer applied near the May 15 last frost date protects plants, conserves moisture through summer, and slows weed germination during peak growing season. A fall top-dress in September prepares beds for winter.

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Can I use bulk compost as a topdress on an existing Highwood lawn to improve it over time?

Yes,topdressing a Highwood lawn with a quarter to half inch of finished compost each fall is one of the most effective low-effort improvements available. Spread it after aerating in early September so it filters into core holes and contacts soil directly. It feeds soil microbes, gradually improves silt loam structure, and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizer. Results build noticeably over two to three seasons of consistent applications.

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Highwood, Illinois, delivers a lively dining scene, cultural influences, and a close-knit community. Rely on mulch delivery to manage your home’s exterior. We coordinate locally so Highwood remains colorful and energetic.

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