Mulch for 25 sq ft

0.23 yd³

Mulch for 25 ft² at 3 in deep · 4 × 2 ft³ bag

Mulch for 25 ft² by depth

Depth	yd³	ft³	Bags	Bulk / bagged cost
2 in	0.15	4.2	3	$6 / $14
3 in	0.23	6.2	4	$9 / $18
4 in	0.31	8.3	5	$12 / $22

2–3 in is the usual depth for beds; 4 in for paths and weed suppression. Keep mulch a few inches away from tree trunks.

Volume = area × depth: 25 ft² × (3 ÷ 12) ft = 6.2 ft³; ÷ 27 = 0.23 yd³. 25 ft² is, for example, a 5.0 × 5.0 ft square or a 2 × 10 ft strip.

How much mulch do I need for 25 square feet?

At 3 in deep, 25 ft² needs 0.23 cubic yards (6.2 ft³) – about 4 × 2 ft³ bag.

Is it cheaper to buy mulch in bulk or bags for 25 sq ft?

At typical prices ($40/yd³ bulk vs $4.50 per bag) bulk costs about $9 versus $18 in bags, before delivery. Bags are simpler for small jobs.

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