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Mulch Bags & Yardage Cheat Sheets

Official landscaping volume conversions, vehicle transport limits, and square footage coverage rules of thumb.

27 CU. FT.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. Here is how many retail bags make up one full cubic yard:

2.0 Cu. Ft. BagsLowe's standard retail

13.5 Bags

1.5 Cu. Ft. BagsSpecialty organic mulch

18.0 Bags

3.0 Cu. Ft. BagsLarge contractor bags

9.0 Bags

💡 Pro Tip: Round up to 14 bags (2 cu ft) per yard to account for natural settling.

BY DEPTH

Square footage one cubic yard covers at various layer thicknesses:

Rule of 324: Divide 324 by your desired depth in inches to find sq ft coverage per yard.

STORE RUNS

Estimate how many 2.0 cu. ft. bags fit safely inside common personal vehicles:

Sedan Trunk & BackseatPayload ~400 lbs

6 - 8 Bags

Crossover / SUV (Seats Down)Payload ~800 lbs

14 - 18 Bags

Standard Pickup Bed (6.5 ft)Holds 2 Cubic Yards bulk

27 - 35 Bags

⚠️ Wet mulch weighs up to 50 lbs per 2 cu ft bag. Don't exceed vehicle payload limits!

1" to 6" thickness guidelines and the Rule of 324.

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