Buy Mulch in Portland, Oregon

A standard flowerbed or garden border in Portland might take 2 to 4 cubic yards of mulch. With about 44 inches of precipitation a year, that layer needs to be deep enough to stay put.

Bulk mulch is the practical way to cover that ground. You get a full dump-truck load delivered right to your driveway or yard.

Shredded Hardwood Mulch for Portland Gardens

This page covers the one mulch product we deliver in Portland: shredded hardwood. It works for a variety of landscaping uses and is available in bulk quantities.

Which Mulch Project Are You Tackling?

The right depth and product depend on the job. This table matches common Portland projects to the recommended order.

Portland's Climate and Your Mulch Choice

Portland averages about 100 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That many wet days mean scheduling your delivery onto firm ground, not mud.

About 28 days a year drop below 32F. That short freeze season means the ground does not heave much, so a mulched bed stays level. The 3 inches of annual snowfall are not a concern for mulch, but plowing can scatter a loose surface if the driver hits it.

Multnomah County permitted about 1,035 single-family homes in 2024. That new construction often needs fresh landscaping, and mulch is a quick way to finish a yard. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.

How Much Mulch You Need

To figure out how many cubic yards or tons your project requires, use our mulch calculator. It asks for the area and desired depth, then gives an estimate in yards and weight.

Ordering Mulch from Gravel Monkey

Buying bulk mulch is straightforward. You order online by the ton, and the delivered price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address, typically in loads from 1 to over 40 tons.

Qualifying orders get free delivery. New customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off their first order. You choose a delivery window at checkout: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation when the order is placed, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email.

You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. For more details, see Delivery Information, About Gravel Monkey, and Customer Reviews.

Other Bulk Materials for the Same Job

Mulch pairs well with other bulk products, especially when building a complete landscape. Here are materials that complement it.

• Topsoil, The growing layer beneath mulch; order it if planting beds are new or low.
• Fill Dirt, Use under topsoil or mulch to raise low spots or build berms.
• Gravel & Rock, A permanent weed-block layer under mulch on paths or play areas.
• Walkway Gravel, Borders a mulched bed and gives clean footing around the garden.
• Crushed Gravel, Drainage layer for areas where mulch washes out on a slope.
• Driveway Gravel, Keeps the area around the mulch pile clean and stable for the truck.
• Crushed Concrete, Cheap base under walkway gravel or as a sub-base for a mulched berm.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Not significantly. Portland experiences only about 28 days a year below freezing, and ground freezing is not a major factor. That small freeze window means the soil stays workable almost year-round, so you can mulch anytime without worrying about heaving.

Is Portland wet enough that drainage should drive the choice?

Yes. With about 44 inches of precipitation annually and around 100 wet days, drainage matters. Shredded hardwood mulch lets water pass through while staying in place. On slopes or in low spots, a deeper layer helps prevent washout.

What size mulch should I choose?

Shredded hardwood mulch is a single, consistent product that works for most jobs. Choose it for beds, borders, and tree rings. The shreds lock together, so they are less likely to wash away than large chips.

How is mulch measured and sold?

Bulk mulch is sold by the ton when you order from Gravel Monkey. You can use the mulch calculator to convert your square footage and desired depth into cubic yards and weight. The price is shown at checkout based on your delivery ZIP code.

Find the Right Bulk Material for Your Portland Property

Whether you need mulch for a garden bed or another material for the whole yard, start by browsing the full Portland page for all options.

We also deliver mulch to nearby communities.

• Milwaukie
• Vancouver
• Lake Oswego
• Beaverton
• Clackamas
• Happy Valley
• Tigard
• West Linn
• Oregon City
• Hillsboro