About this landscape rock

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

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...

At the standard 2 inch install depth, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so a 300 square foot front bed runs close to 2 cubic yards. Go to 3 inches for higher traffic areas or slopes and that same yard covers less, plan closer to 108 square feet per yard at that depth. Measure the bed in square feet first, then match it to the depth you actually plan to install.

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.

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...

At the standard 2 inch install depth, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so a 300 square foot front bed runs close to 2 cubic yards. Go to 3 inches for higher traffic areas or slopes and that same yard covers less, plan closer to 108 square feet per yard at that depth. Measure the bed in square feet first, then match it to the depth you actually plan to install.

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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Landscape fabric underneath is not optional here, skip it and the sandy soil will let the rock sink and disappear within a season or two. Steel or aluminum edging keeps the stone from migrating into the lawn during heavy rain, and a border of mulch in adjacent planting beds gives a visual break between the two materials.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

In sandy Daytona soil, skip skipping the fabric. Rock laid straight onto bare sand will slowly work its way down into the ground over a year or two, especially near sprinkler heads or low spots that hold water after storms. A woven landscape fabric barrier keeps the stone riding on top where it belongs, and it stops sand from working its way up between the rocks and giving the bed a dirty, faded look within a season.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The most common mistake we see locally is people installing rock right up against irrigation heads without a gravel-free buffer zone. Sand and stone both hold heat, and reflected heat off rock beds near sprinklers can stress nearby turf edges during summer. Leave a 4 to 6 inch mulch or bare buffer around each head so you can service it without digging through settled stone later.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Rock and mulch pair well on the same property, use rock for the foundation beds and high-traffic strips near the driveway or downspouts, and save mulch for planting beds where you want the soil to actually benefit. This split keeps your one-time rock investment doing the job it is best at, permanence, while mulch handles the areas that need organic matter and yearly refresh anyway.

Decorative Stone in Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach sits on sandy soil at 20 feet of elevation, which drains fast but also shifts and settles under foot traffic and heavy rain. Rock over fabric solves both problems at once, it does not sink into loose sand the way mulch can and it will not float away in a summer downpour near the Speedway corridor. It is a common choice around downspouts here since sandy ground already sheds water quickly and rock keeps splash and erosion from carving channels next to the foundation. It is not a soil builder though, so keep it out of beds where you want plants rooting into organic matter.

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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Will landscape rock work in Daytona Beach's sandy soil without sinking?

Yes, as long as you install landscape fabric underneath first. Rock placed directly on bare sand will gradually settle and disappear into the ground over a season or two. With fabric as a barrier, the stone stays on the surface and functions as a true one-time install rather than something you are topping off every year.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a 400 square foot front bed?

At the standard 2 inch depth, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so a 400 square foot bed needs close to 2.5 cubic yards. If you are going deeper to 3 inches for a slope or high-traffic area, plan for closer to 3.7 cubic yards to cover the same space properly.

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What time of year is best to install rock in Daytona Beach?

Since this is a one-time install rather than a seasonal refresh, timing matters less than ground conditions. Many local installers prefer working between the first and last frost dates, roughly late December through mid February, when the ground is drier and there is less afternoon storm activity to deal with mid-project.

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

The load gets dropped at a spot you designate, typically the driveway or curb closest to your project area. Make sure the path is clear of vehicles, low branches, or irrigation lines, and know that moving a full load of rock by wheelbarrow afterward takes real time, so pick a drop zone close to the final bed.

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Is landscape rock or mulch better for my beds near the Speedway area?

It depends on the bed's purpose. Rock is the better call for foundation beds, downspout areas, and low-maintenance strips since it will not wash out or need yearly replacement. Mulch is better where you have active plantings that benefit from organic matter breaking down into the sandy soil over time.

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