The Landscape Calculator is an online tool for calculating the quantities of materials like gravel, soil, mulch, concrete, pavers, grass seed, sod, and more for landscaping projects. It also provides articles on landscaping techniques and materials.
Features
Gravel Calculator
Calculate the amount of gravel needed for your project.
Soil Calculator
Determine the soil requirements for your landscaping.
Mulch Calculator
Calculate the coverage and amount of mulch needed.
Concrete Calculator
Estimate the volume of concrete required for a project.
Paver Calculator
Calculate the number of pavers needed.
Retaining Wall Calculator
Plan and estimate materials for a retaining wall.
Grass Seed Calculator
Determine the amount of grass seed required.
Sod Calculator
Determine sod coverage and amount required.
Area Calculator
Calculate area measurements for landscaping projects.
Volume Calculator
Calculate volume measurements for landscaping materials.
Storage Solutions for Mulch
Guidance on how to store mulch properly, including keeping it dry, shaded, and well-ventilated.
Creative Uses for Mulch
Ideas for using leftover mulch, such as spreading around garden beds or creating compost.
Stone and Gravel Storage Best Practices
Tips on storing stones and gravel, emphasizing the need for covering and organized storage.
Practical Uses for Extra Stone
Suggestions for using excess stones, like creating pathways or garden borders.
Pavers and Hardscape Materials Storage Tips
Advice on storing pavers, ensuring they are stacked and protected from the elements.
Creative Paver Ideas
Innovative uses for leftover pavers, such as DIY garden projects or stepping stones.
Soil and Sand Storage Considerations
Recommendations for storing soil and sand, focusing on containment and moisture control.
Smart Uses for Extra Soil and Sand
Creative applications for leftover soil and sand, including garden beds and sandboxes.
Construction Materials Storage Requirements
Guidelines for storing construction materials safely, with a focus on preserving their quality.
Repurposing Ideas for Construction Materials
Ideas for repurposing construction leftovers like creating garden structures.
Sharing and Trading Community Initiatives
Encouraging sharing and trading materials within the community to reduce waste.
Environmental Considerations
Tips on sustainable practices for managing leftover materials to minimize environmental impact.
Planning for Future Projects
Advice on managing and organizing leftover materials for potential future use.
Professional Tips and Industry Insights
Expert tips on using tools and planning efficiently to manage landscaping materials.
Mulch Calculation Guide
Provides detailed guidelines for calculating the appropriate depth of mulch for various plant types such as trees, shrubs, perennial flowers, vegetable gardens, annual flowers, and ground covers.
Types of Mulch
Explains different types of mulch like wood chips, bark mulch, shredded hardwood mulch, pine needles, and leaf mulch, along with their ideal usages and depth requirements.
Special Considerations for Gardens
Offers advice on how to apply mulch to specific garden scenarios like slope gardens, wet areas, shaded areas, and drought-prone areas.
Seasonal Maintenance Tips
Covers maintenance tips for different seasons such as spring, summer, fall, and winter to ensure mulch effectiveness and garden health.
Common Mulching Mistakes
Provides a list of common mulching mistakes such as over-mulching, improper mulch selection, and neglecting seasonal changes, along with tips on how to avoid them.