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Kenosha Landscape Rock Delivery

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
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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...

This rock covers about 162 square feet per cubic yard at a 2 inch depth, or a bit less at 3 inches for heavier coverage against foundations. Measure your bed's length and width, multiply for square footage, then divide by 162 to get a working cubic yard estimate. Most Kenosha front yard beds run 2 to 4 cubic yards depending on size.

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.

A ton is approximately 2,000 pounds. Coverage varies by stone type and depth, but as a general guideline, one ton covers roughly 80-100 square feet at 2 inches deep.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

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Kenosha Landscape Rock Delivery

Kenosha 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...

This rock covers about 162 square feet per cubic yard at a 2 inch depth, or a bit less at 3 inches for heavier coverage against foundations. Measure your bed's length and width, multiply for square footage, then divide by 162 to get a working cubic yard estimate. Most Kenosha front yard beds run 2 to 4 cubic yards depending on size.

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.

A ton is approximately 2,000 pounds. Coverage varies by stone type and depth, but as a general guideline, one ton covers roughly 80-100 square feet at 2 inches deep.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

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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 Kenosha Folks

4.7
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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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Complete Your Outdoor Project

Landscape fabric goes down first to keep the rock from sinking into Kenosha's clay loam over time. Steel or aluminum edging holds a clean line where rock meets lawn, and a border of larger accent stone works well framing beds near the house. None of this is required, but it is what most local installs actually use.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

In Kenosha's clay loam, skip laying fabric directly on bare soil after a rain. Wet clay compacts under foot traffic and creates low spots where fabric will sag and pool water once rock goes on top. Let the bed dry for a day or two, rake it level, then lay fabric and rock. This one step prevents the puddling problem that shows up in poorly timed installs here every spring.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The most common mistake with rock beds in this area is piling rock too deep against wood siding or fence posts. Anything past 3 inches traps moisture against the material through Kenosha's humid summers and the fall rains before frost. Keep rock a couple inches back from direct wood contact and hold depth at the 2 to 3 inch range, especially near the house foundation.

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Order the full cubic yard amount in one delivery rather than staggering smaller loads. Rock is quarried in batches, and color or screen size can shift between runs, which shows as a visible seam in a finished bed. One delivery, spread while the whole yard is on site, gives a uniform look that will not need patching later.

Decorative Stone in Kenosha

Kenosha's clay loam drains slowly, and after a wet spring or the freeze thaw cycle that runs from late October to late April, low beds can stay soggy for days. Rock over landscape fabric solves that by keeping soil out of standing water and off foundations near the lake effect moisture this city sees. It is a common choice around downspouts here where organic mulch washes out or mats down. Because Zone 5b winters bring repeated freeze thaw, rock also does not break down or need replacing the way bark mulch does.

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 Kenosha's clay soil without extra prep?

Yes, but only over fabric. Rock placed directly on clay loam will slowly sink and mix into the soil as the ground freezes and thaws each winter. Laying fabric first keeps the rock on the surface and the clay underneath separate, which is what makes this a one time install instead of a repeat job.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a 200 square foot bed?

At a standard 2 inch depth, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so a 200 square foot bed needs a bit over 1.2 cubic yards. Most people round up to 1.5 yards to cover uneven spots and bed edges without running short mid job.

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What time of year should I install rock in Kenosha?

Anytime the ground is not frozen works, but late spring after the April 25 last frost or early fall before the October 15 first frost gives you dry, workable soil for laying fabric. Installing in a dry stretch also means the clay loam underneath is firm enough to walk on without leaving footprints in the bed.

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Where will the rock be dropped and do I need a clear path?

The load is placed at the driveway or curb location you choose at checkout. Clear enough width for a delivery truck to access that spot, and if the bed is in the backyard, have a wheelbarrow path ready since we place the pile, not the finished bed.

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Is rock a better choice than mulch for a Kenosha front yard?

It depends on the bed. Rock is a one time install that will not need refreshing like mulch does every year or two, which suits foundation beds and low maintenance groundcover. But it traps leaves and does not feed soil, so beds with plants that want organic matter tend to do better with mulch instead.

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