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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
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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...

One cubic yard of landscape rock covers about 162 square feet at a 2 inch depth, or somewhat less if you go to 3 inches for better weed suppression. Measure the square footage of your bed or downspout area first, then decide on depth based on how much drainage and coverage you want. Most Pensacola front yard beds run somewhere between a half yard and two 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.

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Pensacola Landscape Rock Delivery

Pensacola 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...

One cubic yard of landscape rock covers about 162 square feet at a 2 inch depth, or somewhat less if you go to 3 inches for better weed suppression. Measure the square footage of your bed or downspout area first, then decide on depth based on how much drainage and coverage you want. Most Pensacola front yard beds run somewhere between a half yard and two 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.

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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 Pensacola 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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Landscape fabric underneath is what makes rock a decade-long install instead of a weed patch, so plan on that as a companion purchase. Steel or paver edging keeps the stone from migrating into the lawn during heavy rain, which matters in a city that gets its share of tropical downpours. If you are mixing rock beds with mulched planting areas elsewhere in the yard, ordering both in the same delivery saves a trip.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Lay landscape fabric before the rock goes down, not after. In Pensacola's sandy soil, skipping fabric means the rock slowly sinks and mixes with sand over a few seasons, and you lose the clean look within a couple of years. Fabric also stops sand from wicking up between the stones during our heavy summer rains, which keeps the bed looking freshly installed much longer.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The biggest mistake we see locally is using rock in beds with azaleas, hydrangeas, or other plants that want organic matter worked into sandy soil. Rock traps fallen leaves instead of breaking them down, so those beds end up starved and dry. Save rock for foundation lines, downspout aprons, and true low-maintenance zones, and keep mulch where you're actively growing something.

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Rock is a one-time install, not a seasonal refresh, so it is worth spending the extra effort getting the base right the first time rather than buying the cheapest option. Pairing a rock border with mulched planting beds in the same delivery is efficient, since the truck is already on site and you avoid a second delivery fee for a project you would have split into two anyway.

Decorative Stone in Pensacola

Pensacola's sandy soil drains fast, which is exactly why rock earns its keep here, it does not compact into mud or wash out during summer downpours the way organic mulch can near Fort Pickens and the coastal neighborhoods. With a growing zone of 9a and a short frost window from December to early March, there is no real freeze heave to worry about, so a properly installed rock bed stays put year round. It is a strong match for low-maintenance front yards and the ground around downspouts where sandy soil already sheds water quickly. Just know it will not feed the sandy soil the way compost or mulch would, so keep it away from beds where you want plants to thrive on 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 sink into the sandy soil here over time?

Not if you install landscape fabric underneath first. Without fabric, Pensacola's loose sandy soil will let rock settle and mix in over a few years. With fabric as a barrier, the rock stays on top and the bed keeps its depth and appearance for a decade or longer with no yearly refresh.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a downspout apron?

A typical downspout apron is 3 to 4 feet wide by 6 to 8 feet long, roughly 20 to 30 square feet. At a 2 inch depth that is well under a quarter cubic yard, but most suppliers have a minimum delivery, so it often makes sense to combine it with a front bed order.

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Is there a bad time of year to install rock in Pensacola?

Not really, since rock does not need to cure or settle like fresh soil does. Spring and fall are simply more comfortable for the labor of spreading it, since Pensacola summers get hot and humid. Avoid installing right before a heavy rain forecast if you have not laid fabric yet, since loose rock can shift before it settles.

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Where will the truck drop the rock, and do I need anything ready?

Delivery is typically placed on your driveway or a curb-adjacent spot you specify at checkout. Clear the area of cars and low branches beforehand, and have a wheelbarrow or tarp ready if you are moving it into beds yourself, since the truck drops the full load in one place.

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Should I choose rock or mulch for my front bed?

It depends on what is planted there. Rock is a permanent, low-maintenance choice best for foundation lines and areas without heavy planting, since it does not feed the soil. Mulch breaks down and enriches Pensacola's sandy soil, which matters more if you have shrubs or perennials that benefit from organic matter each season.

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