Mulch installation in King of Prussia typically costs $75-$100 per cubic yard installed, including material and labor. Most residential properties need 5-15 cubic yards depending on bed size. A typical property with standard foundation beds and a few landscape islands costs $400-$1,000 for fresh mulch. We also offer mulch-only delivery if you prefer to spread it yourself.

The standard application is 2-3 inches of mulch. As a rule of thumb, one cubic yard covers approximately 100 square feet at 3 inches deep, or 160 square feet at 2 inches. We measure your beds during the estimate and calculate exact quantities. Over-mulching can harm plants, so we apply the correct depth.

For most landscapes, we recommend double-shredded hardwood mulch - it stays in place, decomposes slowly, and enriches soil over time. Dyed mulches (black, brown, red) offer consistent color but may fade. Pine bark mulch is good for acid-loving plants. We'll recommend the best option based on your beds and preferences.

Most properties benefit from fresh mulch annually, typically in spring. Mulch breaks down over time, losing color and depth. An annual 1-2 inch top-dressing maintains the recommended 2-3 inch total depth. Some properties with less visible beds can go every other year.

Our trimming service includes pruning shrubs to maintain shape and size, removing dead or crossing branches, shaping hedges, cutting back overgrown plants, and cleaning up debris. We prune at the right time of year for each plant type to encourage healthy growth and flowering.

Timing depends on the plant. Spring-flowering shrubs (azaleas, forsythia, lilacs) should be pruned right after they bloom. Summer-flowering shrubs can be pruned in late winter or early spring. Evergreens are typically pruned in late spring. We schedule pruning at the optimal time for each plant's health and appearance.