About this landscape rock

Smooth tumbled river rock, heavy enough to stay put in drainage runs and handsome enough for beds and borders.

We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were o...

At the standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of landscape rock covers roughly 162 square feet at the shallow end of that range. Measure your bed's length and width, decide whether you want a thinner or fuller layer, and order in full cubic yard increments since partial yards are hard to split cleanly on site. Most Brownsville front yard beds run somewhere between 2 and 5 yards depending on how much lawn is being converted.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.

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About this landscape rock

Smooth tumbled river rock, heavy enough to stay put in drainage runs and handsome enough for beds and borders.

We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were o...

At the standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of landscape rock covers roughly 162 square feet at the shallow end of that range. Measure your bed's length and width, decide whether you want a thinner or fuller layer, and order in full cubic yard increments since partial yards are hard to split cleanly on site. Most Brownsville front yard beds run somewhere between 2 and 5 yards depending on how much lawn is being converted.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.

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Getting started is easy — just follow these simple steps

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Choose your quantity

Adjust the quantity to match your project. One cubic yard covers about 100 to 160 square feet at a 2 to 3 inch depth.

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Select your delivery date

Select a delivery date you'd like for the product to be dropped off at your home

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Sit back and wait

Sit back, wait, and let us work our magic to make sure the highest quality product is delivered to your driveway.

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Landscaping fabric underneath is what makes rock a decade long install instead of a weed patch, so it is worth pairing on any new bed. Steel or aluminum edging keeps rock from migrating into St. Augustine lawns, which is a common complaint here. Some customers also order a smaller load of soil or mulch at the same time for planting pockets within the rock bed.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Because Brownsville soil is heavy clay loam, water tends to pool rather than drain through a rock bed. Grade the bed with a slight slope away from the foundation before laying fabric, even an inch or two of fall makes a real difference during the summer rainy season when downpours come fast and heavy rather than steady.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The biggest mistake we see is skipping fabric to save money upfront. Without it, rock sinks into clay soil within a year or two and weeds root straight through, meaning a full re-install instead of a simple top off. Fabric is the difference between a decade long groundcover and a two year headache.

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If you are converting a large lawn area to rock, order slightly over your calculated total rather than under. Running short mid project means a second delivery, and rock from a different batch can vary in tone. One properly sized order also saves a second delivery fee and keeps the color consistent across the whole bed.

Decorative Stone in Brownsville

Brownsville's clay loam soil holds water and compacts hard once the summer heat sets in, so a lot of homeowners here are moving beds away from organic mulch toward stone that will not break down or wash out in a heavy Gulf downpour. With frost basically a non issue until late December and rarely lasting past January, there is no real dormant season that limits when you can install. Rock also handles the reflected heat off stucco and block homes common in this area better than bark does. It is a solid pick around downspouts too, since Brownsville's occasional heavy rain events move a lot of water fast.

What Landscape Rock Is

Landscape rock is stone chosen for how it looks as much as what it does. River rock is smooth and rounded, decomposed granite is fine and packs firm underfoot. Both are sold by the cubic yard for beds, borders, paths, and dry creek beds.

River Rock vs Decomposed Granite

River rock stays loose and rolls, so it suits beds, borders, and drainage runs where it can sit in place. Decomposed granite compacts into a firm surface, so it suits paths, patios, and anywhere you will walk or roll a wheelbarrow.

Depth and Coverage

Spread river rock 2 to 3 inches deep over landscape fabric so it stays put and weeds stay down. Lay decomposed granite 3 to 4 inches deep, wet it, and compact it in lifts for a surface that sheds water instead of rutting.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does landscape rock work well in Brownsville's heat and rain pattern?

Yes, it holds up better than organic mulch through both extremes. It will not wash out as easily in a heavy summer downpour and it does not break down or fade from constant sun exposure the way bark mulch does over a Brownsville summer.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a typical front yard bed?

One cubic yard covers about 162 square feet at a 2 inch depth. Most front yard conversions in Brownsville run 2 to 5 cubic yards depending on the size of the lawn area being converted and whether you go with a 2 or 3 inch depth.

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Is there a bad time of year to install rock in Brownsville?

Not really, since frost here is minor and brief, lasting only from late December into January. Most people avoid installing during peak summer afternoon heat for their own comfort, but the material itself is not affected by temperature and can go in any month.

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Where will the delivery truck place the rock?

The load gets placed in your driveway or another spot you designate, and you choose the delivery date at checkout. Make sure there is a clear path wide enough for a full size delivery truck and that your unloading area is ready to go.

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Should I use rock or mulch around my house foundation?

Rock is generally the better choice against foundations since it does not hold moisture against siding or attract pests the way organic mulch can. It also will not need replacing every year, which matters if you are trying to avoid repeat projects in Brownsville's heat.

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