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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...

Landscape rock is sold by the cubic yard, and one yard covers about 162 square feet at the standard 2 inch install depth. For heavier coverage or areas that see more foot traffic, go to 3 inches and adjust your yardage down accordingly. Measure your bed square footage first, then divide by 162 to get a rough yard count 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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Newport News Landscape Rock Delivery

Newport News 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...

Landscape rock is sold by the cubic yard, and one yard covers about 162 square feet at the standard 2 inch install depth. For heavier coverage or areas that see more foot traffic, go to 3 inches and adjust your yardage down accordingly. Measure your bed square footage first, then divide by 162 to get a rough yard count 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.

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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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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 long install instead of a weed patch, so lay it before the rock goes down. Steel or aluminum edging keeps the stone from migrating into the lawn, especially on the sandy clay soil common around Newport News where beds tend to settle unevenly. If you have planting beds mixed in, keep the rock away from anything that wants regular organic matter worked into the soil.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Newport News sandy clay holds water longer than sandy soils further inland, so grade your bed with a slight slope away from the foundation before laying fabric. If you skip this step, rock beds against the house can trap moisture against siding during the region's frequent summer downpours. A half inch of fall per foot is usually enough to keep water moving instead of pooling under the stone.

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The biggest mistake we see locally is skipping fabric to save a little money, then dealing with weeds pushing through within a season. Once weeds root into the rock layer itself, pulling them disturbs the stone and looks patchy. Lay a proper woven fabric barrier first, and rock stays clean for years with just an occasional leaf blow through, especially useful under the mature trees common in older Newport News neighborhoods.

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Rock pairs well with mulch zones rather than replacing mulch everywhere on a property, since planting beds around shrubs and perennials still benefit from organic matter breaking into the soil. Use rock for foundation strips, downspout runoff areas, and low traffic groundcover, and keep mulch where you actually want soil building. This split approach also means you are not re-ordering rock every year like you would with mulch.

Decorative Stone in Newport News

Newport News sits on sandy clay that drains slower than people expect, so rock beds need a slight grade or fabric underlayment to keep water from pooling against foundations. With zone 8a summers running long and humid, organic mulch here breaks down and needs replacing almost every year, but rock just sits there and does its job. It is a strong pick for the low, flat lots common around this city where standing water near downspouts is a real problem. Homeowners near the Mariners Museum area with older drainage systems often use it specifically to solve that runoff issue.

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 does landscape rock actually last in Newport News yards?

Decorative rock is a one time install, not an annual refresh like mulch. Over fabric, it holds its look for a decade or more with occasional topping off for settling or loss around edges. The main upkeep is blowing out leaves and debris, since the stone itself does not break down or fade quickly under our climate.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a 300 square foot bed?

At the standard 2 inch depth, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so a 300 square foot bed needs just under 2 cubic yards. Round up to 2 yards to cover low spots and edges. If you want a deeper 3 inch install for better weed suppression, plan closer to 2.5 to 3 yards.

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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 Newport News homeowners install before the wet season lightens up in late spring, after the last frost around April 17. This avoids working sandy clay soil while it is saturated. Installing in drier stretches makes grading and fabric placement easier and cleaner.

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

You choose the drop location at checkout, typically a driveway, curb, or other clear access point. The truck cannot cross soft lawn or narrow gates, so pick a spot with solid ground and enough clearance for a loaded delivery vehicle. Delivery day and time gets scheduled during checkout, not guaranteed in advance.

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Should I use rock or mulch around my foundation?

Rock is the better call against foundations since it does not hold moisture against siding the way mulch can, and it will not need replacing every year. Mulch feeds soil and suits planting beds where you want organic matter breaking down. Many Newport News properties use rock right against the house and mulch further out in true planting areas.

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