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Tyler 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.
Ryan Cully
Ryan Cully
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First time going with this company for mulch and it was an efficient process from start to finish. Website was easy—I told them exactly where I wanted the mulch put on my driveway, and it was delivered perfectly when I got home from work the next day. Best deal around when I c...

At the standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of landscape rock covers roughly 162 square feet at the shallow end of that range. Measure your bed length by width, decide on 2 inches for a lighter accent look or closer to 3 inches for full coverage over fabric, then order in cubic yards based on that square footage. Most Tyler front beds run somewhere between 1 and 3 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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Tyler Landscape Rock Delivery

Tyler 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.
Ryan Cully
Ryan Cully
Google Review

First time going with this company for mulch and it was an efficient process from start to finish. Website was easy—I told them exactly where I wanted the mulch put on my driveway, and it was delivered perfectly when I got home from work the next day. Best deal around when I c...

At the standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of landscape rock covers roughly 162 square feet at the shallow end of that range. Measure your bed length by width, decide on 2 inches for a lighter accent look or closer to 3 inches for full coverage over fabric, then order in cubic yards based on that square footage. Most Tyler front beds run somewhere between 1 and 3 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 Tyler Folks

4.7
out of 5 based on 137 reviews
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Ryan Cully
Ryan Cully

First time going with this company for mulch and it was an efficient process from start to finish. Website was easy—I told them exactly where I wan...

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First time going with this company for mulch and it was an efficient process from start to finish. Website was easy—I told them exactly where I wanted the mulch put on my driveway, and it was delivered perfectly when I got home from work the next day. Best deal around when I compared it to competitors and I will definitely be becoming back.

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Lindsay Mangan
Lindsay Mangan

Wonderful experience! They put the mulch exactly where we wanted. This mulch spread very easily and didn’t have the usual “mulch smell.” We will de...

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Wonderful experience! They put the mulch exactly where we wanted. This mulch spread very easily and didn’t have the usual “mulch smell.” We will definitely use again!

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Complete Your Outdoor Project

Landscape fabric underneath is what makes rock a decade-long install instead of a weed patch by next spring, so lay it before delivery day if you can. Steel or aluminum edging keeps the rock from migrating into the lawn, especially useful where Tyler's clay-sand transition zones create uneven bed lines. Some customers pair rock borders with mulch in the planting beds themselves, using rock for the no-plant zones and mulch where things are actually growing.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Lay landscape fabric before the rock goes down, not after, and overlap seams by at least 6 inches. In Tyler's sandy loam, skipping fabric means the rock slowly sinks into the soil over a couple seasons and weeds punch through from underneath. Pin the fabric edges before delivery so wind doesn't shift it while you're spreading, especially on open lots without much windbreak.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The biggest mistake we see in Tyler yards is rock installed flush against tree trunks or foundation brick with no gap. Leave 2 to 3 inches of clearance around tree bark to avoid trapping moisture against it, and pull rock back slightly from siding so it doesn't wick water into wood or stucco during heavy spring rain.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Rock is a one-time purchase, unlike mulch that needs refreshing every year or two, so buying slightly more upfront to get full 3 inch coverage actually saves repeat trips later. If you're doing multiple beds, order all your rock in one delivery rather than staggering it, since minimum load thresholds make single larger deliveries more efficient per yard.

Decorative Stone in Tyler

Tyler's sandy loam drains quickly, which is good news for rock beds since water rarely pools and shifts the base. But the same fast-draining soil dries out and cracks in the long, hot growing season here, so rock groundcover around foundations and downspouts holds its line better than mulch that breaks down in the humidity. With first frost not landing until late November, you have a wide window to install without worrying about frozen ground. Around the Rose Garden district, a lot of older homes use rock borders to separate rose beds from turf without competing for soil nutrients.

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 well in Tyler's clay-heavy spots near the house foundation?

Yes, rock is actually a better fit than mulch in those areas since it does not hold moisture against the foundation the way organic material can. With fabric underneath, it sheds water instead of absorbing it, which matters in spots where Tyler's soil transitions from sandy loam to heavier clay near older home foundations.

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

At 2 inches deep, one cubic yard covers about 162 square feet, so a 200 square foot bed needs roughly 1.25 cubic yards. If you want closer to 3 inches for fuller coverage over fabric, plan on close to 1.75 to 2 yards to avoid running short.

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

Not really, since rock does not depend on planting seasons the way mulch or sod does. Many people avoid the peak of summer heat for comfort reasons, but with first frost not until late November, fall and early winter are actually easy windows to get beds prepped and rock installed before spring planting starts.

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Where will the delivery truck place the rock pile?

The load gets placed wherever you specify, typically a driveway or curbside spot with clear truck access. You will want a path cleared if you're moving material to backyard beds, since the truck itself will not drive across lawns or through gates.

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Should I choose rock or mulch for beds around my roses?

For actual planting beds where roses live, mulch usually serves the soil better since it breaks down and adds organic matter that rose roots benefit from. Rock works well as a border or pathway material around those beds instead, giving you a low-maintenance edge without competing with the mulch doing the real soil work.

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