Black Shredded Mulch: Size, Uses, and Cost Per Ton (2026)
Also called: Black Dyed Mulch, Black Bark Mulch
Black Shredded Mulch at a Glance
| Size | Shredded strips of bark and wood, typically 1-4 inches long, dyed with carbon-based black colorant. |
|---|---|
| Weight per cubic yard | 800 to 1,200 lbs (0.40 to 0.60 tons) |
| Cubic yards per ton | 1.67 to 2.50 |
| Cost per ton | $25 to $45 per ton |
| Cost per cubic yard | $34 to $41 per cubic yard |
| 10-ton truckload | $250 to $450 before delivery |
| Compaction | Minimal (0%). Stays loose, needs edging. |
| Best for | Landscape beds, Tree rings, Foundation plantings, Commercial properties |
| Wrong for | Driveways, Walkways (decomposes), Direct contact with home siding, Vegetable gardens (dye concern) |
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Find Black Shredded Mulch near meWhat Is Black Shredded Mulch?
Shredded hardwood mulch dyed black for a bold, modern landscape look. Rich black color makes green plants and colorful flowers stand out. Holds its color longer than brown mulch and provides the same moisture retention, weed suppression, and soil temperature regulation benefits.
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What Yards Charge for Black Shredded Mulch, October 2026
- Median per cubic yard
- $40
- Middle half $32 to $42. 5 prices from 5 yards.
From prices yards publish on their own websites, for the black shredded mulch alone, before delivery and tax. A state is listed once it has three or more prices. Updated monthly; the next update is due November 3. Gravel prices by state.
What Black Shredded Mulch Costs in 2026
Black Shredded Mulch costs $25 to $45 per ton, or $34 to $41 per cubic yard. A 10-ton single-axle truckload runs $250 to $450 before delivery. An 18-ton tandem load runs $450 to $810. Delivery adds $50 to $150 within 10 to 15 miles of the supplier.
| Quantity | Material cost |
|---|---|
| 1 ton | $25 to $45 |
| 1 cubic yard | $34 to $41 |
| 10-ton single-axle load | $250 to $450 |
| 18-ton tandem load | $450 to $810 |
| 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep | $10 to $27 |
Very lightweight — a standard dump truck can carry 15-20 cubic yards. Color-safe dye won't leach into soil. Allow 24 hours after spreading before watering to let dye set.
Prices vary by region and order size. See the gravel cost per ton guide and the delivery cost guide.
How Much Black Shredded Mulch for Common Projects
Tons include 0% compaction and a 10% waste allowance. Formula: cubic yards = square feet x depth in inches / 324.
| Project | Depth | Cubic yards | Tons to order | Material cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 x 20 ft patio (200 sq ft) | 2 in | 1.2 | 0.5 to 0.8 | $13 to $36 |
| 12 x 40 ft driveway (480 sq ft) | 4 in | 5.9 | 2.6 to 3.9 | $65 to $176 |
| 3 x 50 ft walkway (150 sq ft) | 3 in | 1.4 | 0.6 to 0.9 | $15 to $41 |
Different size? Use the gravel calculator or convert with the tons to yards calculator.
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Black Shredded Mulch by City
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2594 Port Sheldon St, Jenison, Michigan
Norcross, Georgia
1608b Jarrettsville Rd, Jarrettsville, Maryland
1600 Universal Rd, Columbus, Ohio
3689 Webster Rd, Fredonia, New York
12685 Broad St Rd, Henrico, Virginia
4975 Atlanta Hwy Suite 100, Alpharetta, Georgia
1300 State Rte 31, South Elgin, Illinois
14448 W 96th Ave, Arvada, Colorado
76 Bridge St, Pelham, New Hampshire