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South Bend 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
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 for most beds and groundcover areas. Go to 3 inches for anywhere with foot traffic or heavier weed pressure, which drops coverage to roughly 108 square feet per yard. Measure your bed square footage first, then divide by the coverage number at the depth you want.

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 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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South Bend Landscape Rock Delivery

South Bend Landscape Rock Delivery

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$132.00 per Yard
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The best local landscape rock, without the guesswork.

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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 for most beds and groundcover areas. Go to 3 inches for anywhere with foot traffic or heavier weed pressure, which drops coverage to roughly 108 square feet per yard. Measure your bed square footage first, then divide by the coverage number at the depth you want.

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 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 South Bend 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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Landscape fabric underneath keeps the rock from sinking into South Bend's sandy loam over time, and edging along the bed line keeps it from migrating into the lawn during heavy rain. Some customers layer in a border of mulch near planting beds where they still want organic matter feeding the soil, while keeping rock along the foundation and downspouts.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Lay landscape fabric before the rock goes down, not after. In South Bend's sandy loam, rock placed directly on bare soil will slowly sink and mix with dirt over a few seasons, especially near downspouts where water saturates the ground. Fabric keeps the stone layer distinct and makes it much easier to rake leaves off the surface every fall without dragging soil up with them.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The biggest mistake we see locally is installing rock right up against tree trunks or perennial beds. Rock traps heat and moisture against bark, and it starves nearby plants of the organic matter they need in this sandy loam soil. Keep a mulch ring or bare buffer around anything living, and reserve rock for foundation lines, downspout aprons, and other spots where nothing is meant to grow.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Because rock is a one time install rather than an annual purchase like mulch, it is worth ordering slightly more than your minimum calculation, an extra half yard costs less trouble than a second delivery later. Pair it with edging at install time too, restoring a rock bed after it has spread into the lawn is far more work than setting a border up front.

Decorative Stone in South Bend

South Bend sits on sandy loam that drains well but still gets saturated during spring thaw, and rock does not compact or wash out the way mulch does when meltwater runs off in March. With a first frost around October 10 and a long stretch of freeze thaw between then and the May 1 last frost, organic mulches break down fast here and need replacing most years. Rock stays put through that cycle. It is a common choice for front yard beds near Notre Dame area homes where owners want a clean look without an annual refresh.

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 South Bend?

Landscape rock does not break down or need annual replacement like mulch does. Once installed over fabric it typically holds its look and depth for a decade or more, even through South Bend's freeze thaw winters. The main upkeep is occasionally raking out leaves and debris that settle on top, especially near Notre Dame's mature tree canopy in older neighborhoods.

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How many cubic yards do I need for a typical front bed?

A 200 square foot bed at the standard 2 inch depth needs about 1.25 cubic yards. At 3 inches for higher traffic areas, that same bed needs closer to 1.85 cubic yards. Measure your total bed square footage and use the coverage rate of 162 square feet per yard at 2 inches to size your order.

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When is the best time to install rock before winter hits?

Aim to finish before mid October, ahead of South Bend's typical first frost around October 10. Ground that is workable and dry makes fabric and edging installation much easier, and getting rock down before snow means it is settled and stable when spring meltwater starts moving through your sandy loam soil.

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Where will the rock be dropped and can the truck reach my yard?

We place the load wherever your driveway or yard access allows, most South Bend properties can accommodate a driveway drop with no issue. Let us know at scheduling if you have a narrow drive, a shared alley, or gate access, so we can plan the drop spot before delivery day.

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Should I choose rock or mulch for beds near my house?

Rock works well against foundations, downspouts, and other spots where nothing is planted, since it will not feed weeds or hold moisture against your siding. Mulch is still the better call around perennials and shrubs that benefit from organic matter breaking down into South Bend's sandy loam. Many yards here use both, rock for structure and mulch for planted beds.

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