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Erie Landscape Rock Delivery

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Smooth tumbled river rock, heavy enough to stay put in drainage runs and handsome enough for beds and borders.
Michelle Cooper
Michelle Cooper
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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 a standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of landscape rock covers roughly 162 square feet at the 2 inch mark. Measure your bed's length and width, decide whether you want the lighter 2 inch depth or a fuller 3 inch look, and order in full cubic yards since this material is not something you want to run short on mid install. Most Erie front yard beds run 2 to 4 yards depending on how much of the lot is in rock versus plantings.

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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Erie Landscape Rock Delivery

Erie 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.
Michelle Cooper
Michelle Cooper
Google Review

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 a standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of landscape rock covers roughly 162 square feet at the 2 inch mark. Measure your bed's length and width, decide whether you want the lighter 2 inch depth or a fuller 3 inch look, and order in full cubic yards since this material is not something you want to run short on mid install. Most Erie front yard beds run 2 to 4 yards depending on how much of the lot is in rock versus plantings.

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 Erie Folks

4.7
out of 5 based on 137 reviews
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Michelle Cooper
Michelle Cooper

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...

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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 on time, they were able to deliver in 48 hours, they were generous with the portion (we got 9 yards and it felt like a FULL nine yards!), the driver was polite! We have ordered from reputable places, and there is always a little trash in the mulch. The mulch we recv'd from Mulch Mound had barely any... we were pleasant surprised!!! Color was great! Not to mention - the price was competitive and LOWER than other mulch places around. We will use again !! Highly recommend! Thanks Mulch Mound!

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Rob H
Rob H

Easy to order, great service, and great product. We enjoy the final look of a very neglected beds we inherited!

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Landscape fabric underneath is what keeps this a decade long install instead of a weed patch by year two. Steel or aluminum edging holds a clean line against clay soil that tends to shift with freeze and thaw. If any part of the bed borders plantings that want richer soil, keep a mulch strip there instead of running rock right up to the stems.

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Erie's clay drains slowly, so grade the bed with a slight slope away from the house before you lay fabric, even a half inch of fall over a few feet keeps water from pooling on top of the rock after a heavy spring rain. Skipping this step is the most common reason people call us back for more material, the rock itself did not fail, standing water pushed it around.

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Rock over fabric traps falling leaves instead of letting them work into the soil, and Erie gets a heavy leaf drop off the maples and oaks common on older lots. Plan on blowing or raking the bed clear in November before the first frost sets in, otherwise you get a layer of decomposing leaf matter sitting on top that looks like mulch and defeats the point of installing stone.

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Because this is a one time install rather than a seasonal refresh, it pays to size the order correctly the first time rather than buying light and topping off later, since a second delivery costs more in time than the extra half yard would have. Pair a slightly larger rock with a smaller decorative accent stone near entryways if you want visual contrast without doubling your material list.

Decorative Stone in Erie

Erie sits on heavy clay that holds water long after the last frost clears in early May, and that moisture works against organic mulch but not against stone. Landscape rock over fabric sheds snowmelt and spring rain instead of soaking it in, which matters on the flat lots common near downtown and out toward Presque Isle. It also handles the freeze thaw cycles of a zone 6a winter without breaking down or floating like lighter mulch. Homeowners here use it most around foundations and downspouts, exactly where clay drainage problems show up first.

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 with Erie's clay soil or should I amend the bed first?

Rock itself does not need amended soil since it sits on top of fabric rather than in the ground. The clay actually helps here by keeping the base firm under the fabric. Just make sure the bed is graded to shed water, since clay drains slowly and pooling under the fabric can shift stones over time.

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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. A common Erie front yard bed running 300 to 400 square feet usually needs 2 to 2.5 yards at 2 inches, or 3 to 3.5 yards if you want the fuller 3 inch depth for better weed suppression.

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What is the best time of year to install landscape rock here?

Late spring after the last frost around May 5 through early fall before mid October gives you dry, workable ground for laying fabric and grading. Installing in frozen or waterlogged clay is harder on your back and your edging, so avoid deep winter installs if you can wait.

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Where will the delivery truck place the rock and what do I need to prepare?

You choose the drop location at checkout, most people pick the driveway or curb closest to the work area. Clear that spot ahead of time and make sure there is enough clearance for a full size delivery truck, especially on narrower older streets near downtown Erie.

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Is landscape rock better than mulch for a low maintenance bed?

It depends on what borders the bed. Rock is the stronger choice for foundations, downspouts, and areas that just need coverage since it will not break down or need annual replacement. Mulch is better around plants that benefit from organic matter working into the clay soil over time, so many Erie yards use both.

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