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Wilmington 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.
Rob H
Rob H
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Easy to order, great service, and great product. We enjoy the final look of a very neglected beds we inherited!

At the standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of rock covers about 162 square feet at the shallow end of that range. Measure your bed length and width, decide on depth based on whether it's a foundation strip or a wider groundcover area, then order in full yards since partial yards are hard to schedule efficiently. Most Wilmington front yard beds run 100 to 300 square feet, so plan on 1 to 2 yards for a typical project.

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 ton is approximately 2,000 pounds. Coverage varies by stone type and depth, but as a general guideline, one ton covers roughly 80-100 square feet at 2 inches deep.

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Wilmington Landscape Rock Delivery

Wilmington 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.
Rob H
Rob H
Google Review

Easy to order, great service, and great product. We enjoy the final look of a very neglected beds we inherited!

At the standard 2 to 3 inch install depth, one cubic yard of rock covers about 162 square feet at the shallow end of that range. Measure your bed length and width, decide on depth based on whether it's a foundation strip or a wider groundcover area, then order in full yards since partial yards are hard to schedule efficiently. Most Wilmington front yard beds run 100 to 300 square feet, so plan on 1 to 2 yards for a typical project.

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 ton is approximately 2,000 pounds. Coverage varies by stone type and depth, but as a general guideline, one ton covers roughly 80-100 square feet at 2 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 Wilmington 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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Fadi Nofal
Fadi Nofal

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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Complete Your Outdoor Project

Landscaping fabric underneath is what turns this from a five year patch into a decade long groundcover, so it's worth ordering alongside the rock rather than skipping it. Edging material keeps the stone from migrating into the lawn or driveway, especially on sloped Wilmington lots near the river bluffs. A few bags of mulch for the planting pockets within the rock bed lets you keep organic matter right where plant roots actually need it.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Before laying fabric, rake out any existing mulch or debris down to bare soil, since Wilmington's silty loam compacts fast once it's wet and any organic layer left underneath will decompose and create low spots in the rock a year or two later. A clean base is the difference between a bed that stays flat and one that develops dips right where water collects.

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The most common mistake locally is skipping edging along driveways and walkways. Without a metal or paver edge, rock migrates onto pavement within a season, especially after the freeze thaw cycles Wilmington sees between October and April. Set edging first, then fabric, then rock, and you avoid re-raking stone off the concrete every spring.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Rock is a one time install, not a seasonal refresh like mulch, so it pays to size the order right the first time rather than topping off later with a slightly different batch that won't match. Buying a little extra, roughly a tenth of a yard over your calculated need, covers settling and uneven soil without leaving you short mid project.

Decorative Stone in Wilmington

Wilmington's silty loam drains slower than sandy soil, which means beds near downspouts and foundations often stay damp after storms rolling off the Christina and Brandywine watersheds. Rock over fabric keeps that moisture off siding and mulch from washing into the yard during heavy spring rain. It also holds up through the freeze thaw swing between the April 10 last frost and the October 25 first frost without breaking down like organic mulch does. Around here it's a common fix for the low, shaded side yards that never quite dry out.

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 Wilmington's climate?

Properly installed over fabric, landscape rock holds up for a decade or more since it doesn't break down like mulch does. Wilmington's freeze thaw cycles between October and April won't degrade the stone itself, though fabric underneath may need replacing eventually if organic debris builds up on top and starts to compost.

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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 a bit more than 1 yard, roughly 1.25 yards to be safe. If you want the fuller 3 inch depth common along foundations, plan closer to 1.75 to 2 yards.

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What time of year is best to install rock in Wilmington?

Anytime the ground isn't frozen works, but late spring after the April 10 last frost or early fall before the October 25 first frost gives you the driest soil to work with. Silty loam gets heavy and hard to grade when saturated, so avoid installing right after a big rain.

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Where will the delivery truck place the rock, and do I need clear access?

The load is placed at the driveway or curb location you choose at checkout, so make sure that spot is clear of cars and low hanging branches beforehand. A straight, flat path from the drop point to your bed makes wheelbarrow trips a lot easier once the truck leaves.

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

Rock is the better call against foundations and downspouts since it won't wash out or need yearly replacement, and it handles the extra moisture that silty loam holds near walls. Mulch is better where you actually want organic matter feeding nearby plants, so many Wilmington yards use both depending on the bed's purpose.

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