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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.
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I recently ordered from mulch mound and was thoroughly impressed with every aspect of the experience. The entire process, from placing the order to delivery was seamless and efficient. The mulch arrived exactly on time, and the quality exceeded my expectations. The color was r...

One cubic yard of rock covers about 162 square feet at the standard 2 inch depth, so a typical 300 square foot foundation bed runs close to 2 yards. Go 3 inches deep in spots that see heavier foot traffic or runoff, like under downspouts, and adjust the yardage up from there. Measure the bed in square feet first, that number is what actually drives the order.

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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Chattanooga Landscape Rock Delivery

Chattanooga Landscape Rock Delivery

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$132.00 per Yard
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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.
Fadi Nofal
Fadi Nofal
Google Review

I recently ordered from mulch mound and was thoroughly impressed with every aspect of the experience. The entire process, from placing the order to delivery was seamless and efficient. The mulch arrived exactly on time, and the quality exceeded my expectations. The color was r...

One cubic yard of rock covers about 162 square feet at the standard 2 inch depth, so a typical 300 square foot foundation bed runs close to 2 yards. Go 3 inches deep in spots that see heavier foot traffic or runoff, like under downspouts, and adjust the yardage up from there. Measure the bed in square feet first, that number is what actually drives the order.

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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How It Works

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.

From The Mouths of Chattanooga Folks

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I recently ordered from mulch mound and was thoroughly impressed with every aspect of the experience. The entire process, from placing the order to...

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I recently ordered from mulch mound and was thoroughly impressed with every aspect of the experience. The entire process, from placing the order to delivery was seamless and efficient. The mulch arrived exactly on time, and the quality exceeded my expectations. The color was rich and consistent, and I received more than enough to complete my project with proper coverage and packing.

Customer service was equally outstanding. Communication was clear, and the team was responsive and professional throughout. It’s rare to find a company that delivers both a high-quality product and excellent service, but mulch mound did just that.

Highly recommended, and I wouldn’t hesitate to order from them again.

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Marie Pace

I couldn't be happier with the speed and quality of the mulch delivery service of Mulch Mound. Every detail from ordering, to communication with on...

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I couldn't be happier with the speed and quality of the mulch delivery service of Mulch Mound. Every detail from ordering, to communication with on time delivery, to perfect product placement was amazing. I needed more and I got it within 2 hours! I'm never doing this with bags again.

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We had a great experience today. This was our first time using Mulch Mound, and I found the price competitive and the online ordering very easy. ...

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We had a great experience today. This was our first time using Mulch Mound, and I found the price competitive and the online ordering very easy. We are impressed with the quality of the mulch, too! It is covering well - a great value!

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Landscape fabric underneath is what makes this a decade install instead of a weed patch by next summer. A steel or aluminum edging strip keeps the rock from migrating into the lawn on sloped Chattanooga lots. If any part of the bed still has plants that want organic matter, keep a mulch section separate rather than mixing it into the stone.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Lay landscape fabric before the rock, not after, and overlap seams by at least 6 inches. Chattanooga's clay soil pushes moisture up through gaps over a wet winter, and any exposed dirt strip becomes a weed line by spring. Pin the fabric down every few feet, the freeze thaw cycle here between October and April will lift loose edges and let soil creep through faster than you'd think.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The biggest mistake on rock beds in this area is skipping the leaf plan. With oak and maple cover common around Lookout Mountain neighborhoods, rock beds fill with leaf litter every fall and it works down into the stone if you wait too long. A leaf blower on a low setting every few weeks in October and November keeps it from composting into the rock and staining it.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

If you have both a foundation bed and a planting bed on the same job, order the rock and mulch as separate deliveries rather than one mixed pile, it saves sorting time on site. Rock is a one time cost that holds for years, while mulch beds nearby will still need a topdress refresh, so budgeting them separately makes more sense long term than treating the whole yard the same way.

Decorative Stone in Chattanooga

Chattanooga's clay and shale soil holds water longer than people expect, especially on the flatter lots below Lookout Mountain where drainage is slower. Rock over fabric keeps that moisture from splashing mud onto siding and keeps foundation beds from turning to slop after a heavy spring rain. It also does not care about the swing from January cold to August heat the way mulch does, it just sits there and works. The one tradeoff is leaves, and with the tree cover common in this zone 7b area, you will be blowing or raking rock beds more than a bare gravel drive.

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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How long will landscape rock actually last in Chattanooga's climate before I need to redo it?

Properly installed over fabric, rock holds its position and appearance for a decade or more, it does not break down like mulch. The main upkeep is clearing leaves each fall and occasionally topping off low spots after heavy rain washes soil underneath. This is a one time install, not a seasonal refresh.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a 250 square foot bed?

At the standard 2 inch depth, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so 250 square feet needs a little over 1.5 yards. Round up to 2 yards if the bed has uneven grading or you want a slightly deeper layer around downspouts.

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Is fall or spring a better time to install rock here?

Either works since rock is not weather dependent like planting, but many Chattanooga homeowners install in fall after leaf drop slows so the bed starts clean. Spring before the last frost around April 5 also works well if you are pairing the rock with new plantings.

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Where will the delivery truck place the rock on my property?

The truck drops the pile at your driveway or curb, wherever gives the clearest access, typically needing about 10 feet of width. If your lot has a steep slope or narrow gate common in the hillside neighborhoods near Lookout Mountain, let us know ahead of time so we can plan the drop spot.

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Should I use rock or mulch around my foundation given our clay soil?

Rock is the better choice tight against the foundation since it does not hold moisture against the siding the way mulch can, which matters with Chattanooga's slow draining clay underneath. Save mulch for actual planting beds where the organic matter benefits the soil, use rock where drainage and permanence matter more than feeding plants.

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