Mulch ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Wisconsin address and unloads right where you point.
Mulch is a surface covering, not a growing medium. It blocks sunlight to prevent weeds and slows evaporation from the soil beneath it. Topsoil, by contrast, is the layer where roots grow.
Gravel Monkey delivers shredded hardwood mulch throughout Wisconsin by the ton. The truck brings it directly to your address in loads from 1 to over 40 tons.
Shredded Hardwood Mulch is not ideal for steep slopes where runoff can wash it away. It works best on flat to gently sloped beds, borders, and tree rings where weed suppression and moisture retention are the main goals.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Shredded Hardwood Mulch | beds, borders, tree rings, weed suppression | Holds color well; use our mulch calculator to determine depth and tonnage. |
Match your project to the right mulch depth and type. The table below shows how Shredded Hardwood Mulch works for common applications.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Tree rings | Shredded Hardwood Mulch | Helps suppress weeds and retain moisture around trees. |
| Refreshing existing beds | Shredded Hardwood Mulch | A thin top dressing revitalizes color and texture. |
| Weed suppression | Shredded Hardwood Mulch | Apply generously to block sunlight and prevent weed growth. |
| New planting beds | Shredded Hardwood Mulch | Apply after planting to protect soil and reduce watering. |
| Slope where mulch washes out | Shredded Hardwood Mulch | Not recommended for steep slopes; use with a border to reduce washout. |
The soils in most Wisconsin cities we serve belong to hydrologic groups A and B. These drain well, so the need for a deep base below the mulch is minimal in most areas. Good drainage also means rain moves through quickly rather than pooling on top of the mulch.
Freezing temperatures dominate the calendar. Across the state, the number of days below 32F ranges from 148 to 187 per year. This long freeze season shortens the window for spreading and grading to late spring through fall.
Annual precipitation across the cities we deliver to runs from about 32 to 37 inches. Wet periods can cause mulch to compact or shift, so good drainage is important to keep the layer effective.
Gravel Monkey delivers shredded hardwood mulch to addresses throughout the state. Below are some of the cities we serve, with links to the product page for each location.
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Wisconsin, not only the cities listed here.
Estimating the right tonnage depends on the area you want to cover and how deep you plan to apply the mulch. Enter your measurements into our mulch calculator to get a quick estimate, then use that number when you place your order.
Ordering mulch is done online by the ton. The delivery price is shown at checkout based on your ZIP code. A dump truck brings the load to your address, and you choose a delivery window: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). Delivery dates must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You receive an email confirmation, then a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the material once it is loaded. Delivery only goes ahead after you approve that second email.
You must be available during the window, or have someone else there to accept the delivery. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. If access is restricted, the crew unloads as close to the requested spot as they safely can. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off your first order. Learn more on our About Gravel Monkey page, read customer reviews, or review full delivery information.
WisDOT runs a spring load-restriction program that can limit truck weights on certain roads. Gravel Monkey coordinates with haulers to find accessible routes or schedule deliveries after the restriction period ends.
Wisconsin has 148 to 187 freezing days per year, which shortens the installation window. The well-draining soils common across the state mean you usually do not need a deep base below the mulch. Annual rainfall of 32 to 37 inches can cause mulch to compact, so a slightly coarser product can help maintain air flow.
Topsoil is the most common companion order. You put down topsoil as the growing layer, then spread mulch on top to suppress weeds and hold moisture.
Yes. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first delivery.
Ready to place an order? Use the mulch calculator to find the tonnage you need, then start your order at the Wisconsin home page. We deliver to addresses statewide.
See the delivered price for your address and order mulch by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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