Buy Mulch in Edwardsville, Illinois

Mulch is a protective layer placed on top of the soil. Gravel Monkey sells it by the ton, and you order online. Edwardsville gets about 44 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matters with your choice.

A load of bulk mulch arrives in a dump truck and gets dropped where you need it. You pick the date and time window at checkout.

Shredded Hardwood Mulch for Edwardsville

Our Shredded Hardwood Mulch fits landscaping projects that need good weed suppression and moisture retention. It works for beds, borders, tree rings, and slopes.

Common Mulch Jobs in Edwardsville

The table below shows typical projects and the depth of Shredded Hardwood Mulch to order.

Local Conditions That Affect Your Mulch in Edwardsville

The ground around Edwardsville sits in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place beneath the mulch to keep water from pooling. About 72 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling the delivery onto firm ground helps avoid ruts.

Freezing temperatures hit about 93 days each year, which shortens the work window. The ground freezes and thaws, and that movement can settle a loose surface unevenly. Winter closes the ground for a stretch each year, so plan the delivery for either side of it. Snowfall averages about 11 inches a year, and plowing can damage a loose mulch surface if you spread it in winter.

Frost depth here is real but moderate. The ground is workable from spring through fall, and you want the mulch down before the first hard freeze to let it settle.

How Much Mulch You Need for Your Project

Mulch is sold by the ton, and coverage depends on depth and material density. Use our mulch calculator to estimate the tons required for your area. Enter your square footage and desired depth to get a number you can order directly.

Ordering Mulch from Gravel Monkey in Edwardsville

You order online by the ton, and the delivery price appears at checkout based on your ZIP code. A dump truck brings the load to your address, and loads run from 1 ton up to 40 tons or more. On qualifying orders delivery is free, and first-time customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off their first order.

You choose a delivery window: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. Delivery must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You need to be present or have someone at the site during the window. Read more on our delivery information page for details on access, failed delivery fees, and cancellations. See what customers say on our customer reviews page, and learn how Gravel Monkey works on our about page.

Other Materials That Pair with Mulch in Edwardsville

Below are other bulk materials you might need for the same landscape project. Each one complements the mulch layer.

• Sand, A base layer under pavers or for leveling before mulch beds.
• Driveway Gravel, Provides a stable surface where you drive, while mulch stays in planted areas.
• Crushed Concrete, A compacted base for walkways or drainage under the mulch.
• Topsoil, The growing layer that goes under the mulch for new beds.
• Fill Dirt, Fills low spots before you add topsoil and mulch on top.
• Gravel & Rock, Decorative rock for areas where you want a permanent ground cover instead of mulch.
• Walkway Gravel, Loose gravel paths that define the layout around mulched beds.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mulch in Edwardsville

Does the length of the freeze season in Edwardsville change what I should order?

Yes. Edwardsville sees about 93 days a year below 32F, which limits when you can spread mulch and how quickly it settles. If you put mulch down late in the fall, it may not knit together before the ground freezes, and spring thaw can push it around. Order earlier in the fall so the mulch has time to settle before the ground locks up.

Is Edwardsville wet enough that drainage should drive the choice?

Yes. The area gets about 44 inches of precipitation a year, and about 72 days have measurable rain. Soils here take water in slowly, so surface runoff is common. A deeper drainage layer under the mulch helps keep water from sitting against plant roots, and the shredded texture of the mulch itself sheds water better than fine bark.

Where will the driver put the load?

The driver dumps the material where you request, as close to the final spot as the truck can reach. You choose the drop location at checkout, and the crew will get as close as site access allows. Make sure the access road is at least 12 feet wide for the truck.

How deep should mulch go, and how often does it need replacing?

A 2 to 3 inch depth works for most beds. For weed suppression, go 3 inches. Mulch breaks down over time, so you typically need to top-dress once a year with 1 to 2 inches of fresh material to maintain the depth and appearance.

Order Your Edwardsville Mulch Online

The two most common jobs around Edwardsville are refreshing existing beds and starting new planting beds. Both need Shredded Hardwood Mulch by the ton. Order online from Gravel Monkey's Edwardsville page, and get a delivered price for your address.

We also deliver to nearby towns in Madison County and beyond. Check the list below for other locations.

• Glen Carbon
• Roxana
• South Roxana
• Maryville
• Hartford
• Pontoon Beach
• Troy
• Wood River
• Collinsville
• Madison