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Moorhead 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.
Sima Susac-Heller
Sima Susac-Heller
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Online ordering was really simple and I liked the transparent pricing.

One cubic yard of landscape rock covers about 162 square feet at a 2 inch depth, which is the standard install depth for most bed and groundcover applications. If you want a sturdier 3 inch layer for high traffic spots or areas that catch runoff, plan on roughly 108 square feet per yard instead. Measure your bed length and width first, then decide on depth before ordering.

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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Moorhead Landscape Rock Delivery

Moorhead 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.
Sima Susac-Heller
Sima Susac-Heller
Google Review

Online ordering was really simple and I liked the transparent pricing.

One cubic yard of landscape rock covers about 162 square feet at a 2 inch depth, which is the standard install depth for most bed and groundcover applications. If you want a sturdier 3 inch layer for high traffic spots or areas that catch runoff, plan on roughly 108 square feet per yard instead. Measure your bed length and width first, then decide on depth before ordering.

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 Moorhead Folks

4.7
out of 5 based on 137 reviews
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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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scott fisher
scott fisher

I contacted Mulch Mound for #57 river rocks and it was easy and fast to get a delivery right before the holiday weekend. Stone was delivered as pro...

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I contacted Mulch Mound for #57 river rocks and it was easy and fast to get a delivery right before the holiday weekend. Stone was delivered as promised and place exactly where I asked. Excellent service! I will be ordering mulch next!

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Complete Your Outdoor Project

Landscape fabric underneath is what makes this a decade-long install instead of a rock pile full of weeds by next summer. A steel or paver edging strip keeps the rock from migrating into the lawn when you mow along it. If you have planting beds nearby that need organic matter, keep those separate since rock and mulch serve different soil goals.

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Lay landscape fabric before the rock goes down, especially in Moorhead where clay soil holds moisture and encourages weed seeds to sprout right through bare ground. Skipping fabric means you will be pulling weeds out of your rock bed within a season or two. Overlap fabric seams by a few inches and pin them down before spreading rock, since wind here can lift loose edges before you finish the job.

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Rock traps fallen leaves instead of breaking them down like mulch does, which matters in a city with mature trees near the Hjemkomst Center and older residential streets. Plan on blowing or raking leaves off rock beds each fall before snow buries them, otherwise you get a matted layer that holds moisture against the rock and invites weeds to take root in the decomposing leaf litter.

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Rock is a one time cost compared to mulch that needs topping off annually, so factor that into how you think about the order. It pairs well with mulch in the same yard, rock near the foundation and downspouts where drainage matters, mulch in planting beds where you want organic matter feeding the soil around perennials and shrubs.

Decorative Stone in Moorhead

Moorhead sits on heavy clay that drains slowly, so any bed near a downspout or low corner of the yard tends to hold water after snowmelt or a summer storm. Rock over landscape fabric solves that by keeping the surface dry and stable instead of turning to mud like clay soil does on its own. With winters this long, zone 4a means a lot of freeze thaw cycling, and rock does not heave or wash out the way mulch can. It is a common choice around foundations here because it does not need replacing every year like organic 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 with our clay soil here in Moorhead?

Yes, rock actually helps in clay soil conditions since it sits on top of fabric rather than mixing into the ground. The fabric barrier keeps the rock from sinking into wet clay, and it solves drainage problems near foundations or downspouts where clay tends to hold water after rain or snowmelt.

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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 little over 1 yard, round up to 1.5 yards to be safe. For a heavier 3 inch depth in high runoff areas, plan closer to 2 yards for the same space.

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What time of year should I install landscape rock in Moorhead?

Late spring after the last frost around May 19 through early fall before the first frost in late September gives you dry ground to work with and time to lay fabric properly. Avoid installing during spring thaw when clay soil is saturated, since fabric and rock settle better into firm, dry ground.

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Where will the rock be dropped and can your truck get down our driveway?

Delivery is scheduled at checkout, and the driver drops the load at the spot you specify, usually a driveway or curb area with truck access. Let us know if your driveway has tight clearance or a slope so we can plan the drop location that works best for your property.

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Should I choose rock or mulch for my front bed?

Rock makes sense for foundation beds, downspout areas, or low-maintenance groundcover where you want a permanent, one time install. Mulch is better for beds with plants that benefit from organic matter breaking down into the soil. Many Moorhead yards use both, rock near structures and mulch around plantings.

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