Figure about 9.3 cubic yards for 1,000 sq ft at a 3" depth — order 9.5–10 — or 6.2 yards for a 2" refresh over existing beds. The math: 1,000 × depth in inches ÷ 324. Measure beds as simple rectangles and add the areas together before you convert.
1,000 sq ft of beds
| 2" refresh | 6.2 → order 6.5–7 yards |
| 3" new coverage | 9.3 → order 9.5–10 yards |
Depth is the lever: 2" revives color on mulched beds, while 3" is the standard for bare or new plantings. Either amount rides one truck — mulch loads carry up to 10 cubic yards with a single delivery fee — and a February order with a spring date beats the April rush for slots. Check your numbers with the material calculator, then pick a color in the mulch collection.
