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Recent Mulching reviews
Christopher went above and beyond, getting the garden looking fantastic. I'd reccomend Christopher to anyone looking to get their garden in shape.
Weed garden and lay mulch
$175
Peter did a fabulous job. Very happy
Removing plants, raking back mulch and reworking soil. .
$400
Tong has done a fantastic job, following the tasks as directed. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tong made himself available to be there when I needed him and also communicated very well with me leading up to the job! I HIGHLY recommend Tong!
Landscaping - Lay Weedmat & Spread Mulch
$100
Jacob was great to deal with he brought a friend to help, they got stuck straight into doing the job, only stopping for lunch. Would use Jacob again.
Weeding and mulching
$300
Quick to respond. Provided a good worker at last minute to complete my task
Manual labour moving mulch and dirt around yard
$10
great job, done quickly
Mow / slash yard / move mulch
$200
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$250
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Why book a mulching service through Airtasker?
Mulching is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy, great-looking garden. Unfortunately, it takes a lot of time and effort, especially if you have a big yard. If you want to cross mulching off your to-do list quickly, without the hassle of doing it yourself, book a local mulching service through Airtasker!
Our platform lets you connect with trusted, budget-friendly, and experienced mulching specialists near you. You don’t have to take a chance on an obscure service provider without a single customer review. When you post a task on Airtasker, you can check customer reviews and ratings before hiring someone for the job.
Plus, you get to specify your location and budget! This way, overpriced, out-of-town experts can be a thing of the past. Best of all, it takes only minutes to book an appointment! To start requesting a mulching service near you, select the “Post a task” button now. Fill out the task post, then get quotes from mulching specialists in your area. From there, simply look through Tasker profiles and offers, and pick the Tasker you like best.
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Top Mulching related questions
Usually, you’ll need one cubic yard of mulch to cover a 324 square foot area with 1 inch of mulch. If your mulch is made of coarser material, you may need a 3-4 inch layer. Be careful, though, since too much or too little mulch can harm your plants. A Tasker can advise you on how much mulch your garden needs.
Mulch preserves moisture, prevents weeds from spreading, and improves plant growth. Good, regular mulching helps deliver necessary nutrients to your soil and plants. Without mulching, you’ll have to water your plants a lot more often and have to deal with issues like weeds and soil erosion.
You can usually find mulching supplies in a nearby garden or home improvement store. Some Taskers may offer bulk mulch delivery in your area, along with the actual mulching service. Please confirm with your Tasker if their mulching service includes the mulch materials. Alternatively, you can post a separate task for mulch delivery.
It depends on your garden’s needs, including the thickness of your mulch. Some gardening experts recommend watering after mulching to help the mulch “settle in.” This step also prevents the mulch from actually blocking the water out!
It’s better to plant first then mulch later because too much fresh mulch can kill plants. Also, it can be tedious to scrape the mulch away to plant seeds or transfer seedlings. But if you’ve already laid down the mulch, you can consult with an experienced landscaping specialist as to how you can successfully grow plants after mulching.
It’s best to mulch AFTER planting or even after your plants have started growing. Not only is this easier to do, but it also keeps you from accidentally burying the tender seedlings and shoots under layers of soil and heavy mulch.
If you’re looking for related services near you, some of the most popular on Airtasker right now include Weeding, Garden Tidy Up, Garden Maintenance, Garden Planting, and Hedge Trimming. Whatever you need done, you can post a task and get offers from local Taskers near you.
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What do mulching services include?
Buying and spreading mulch doesn’t have to take a lot of time, money, and effort—especially when a mulching specialist is within arm’s reach! When you book a mulching service through Airtasker, you can expect your Tasker to take care of this labor-intensive yet crucial part of maintaining a garden. Here’s what a typical mulching service will include:
Picking and buying the right mulch
First, the Tasker may assess your garden and determine the kind of mulch it needs. Shredded bark is quite common and easy to apply, for example, but isn’t as nutritious for the soil. Household waste such as grass clippings, leaves, and compost is beneficial for the soil but isn’t great at preventing weeds. Shredded leaves and pine needles are also great for mulching. A thinner mulch made of grass clippings and straw may be easier to use and more suitable for vegetable gardens.
The Tasker can also help you figure out how much mulch to buy based on the size of your yard, the thickness required, and your budget. You can provide the supply budget and send your Tasker to the garden center. Otherwise, you can book a mulch delivery service to get the materials sent straight to your doorstep.
Preparing the garden beds
Once the supplies are ready, the Tasker starts clearing the flower and vegetable beds. They’ll tidy up and other debris, then scrape off the old mulch. Next, they’ll check if your beds require watering and an application of herbicide. This is the best time to get the moisture and weedkiller in since the mulch will help hold them. Then, the mulching specialist may uproot any weeds lingering in the garden.
Spreading the mulch
Now, it’s time to spread that mulch! The Tasker may put on a layer that’s around 1-4 inches thick—just enough to keep the moisture in and keep weeds out, but not so thick that no water reaches the soil. Ideally, the Tasker should avoid creating “mulch volcanoes,” which can become hotbeds for pests, rot, and diseases that can spread around your garden.
Take note that for ornamentals, mulch should be at least 3 inches away from the base of each plant. But if you’re growing vegetables, the Tasker needs to apply mulch around the base to help them retain moisture and prevent weeds.
Mulching trees
Tree mulching has many benefits, so you should consider booking a tree mulching service. A Tasker can spread mulch over the trees in your garden. This process protects young trees, provides much-needed nutrition, and reduces the threat of other plants and weeds. If you have an old or damaged tree, you can also hire a tree surgeon who can safely and correctly prune and treat trees.
Recent Mulching tasks
Garden Bed Upgrade: Soil Prep, Planting & Mulching
$200
Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Only labour required $350 credit available for plants Weeding and light soil preparation/digging for a ~10m curving garden bed. Planting approximately 6 to 8 low-maintenance plants/flowers. Laying down weed matting (if needed) and spreading fresh black mulch.
Weeding and mulching
$200
Adelaide SA 5046, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Whipped skippering and weeding of front yard. Plus laying weed matting and putting mulch. Some edging pavers to lay also All items (mulch, pavers, weed matting) and tools will be provided Type of gardening: Weeding, Other, Whipper snipping Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Mulching Garden Beds
$200
Blackburn VIC 3130, Australia
17th Oct 2026
The task is to barrow a 2m2 load of mulch and spread it through the front and rear garden beds. It needs to be placed around the plants and approx. even depth throughout. The load of mulch is in the front yard so it will require wheel barrowing to the front and rear yards. Need to be a neat and tidy job. Can be done on the weekend anytime or weekdays in the evening. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Landscaping - Steppers and Gravel (or mulch) installed
$1,600
Hilbert WA 6112, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Looking for some landscaping done in a smallish area (12.5m x 1.55m). I currently have some dying Kikuyu in this area which will need clearing prior to the installation of pavers and either gravel or mulch. I also have this area retic’d so that would require blocking off. My budget is inclusive of all fees. Thanks for reading! :)
Garden weeding and mulch laying
$1,200
Portarlington VIC 3223, Australia
16th Oct 2026
Laying mulch Type of gardening: Weeding, Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move mulch on front lawn to garden beds
$80
Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia
16th Oct 2026
I have some mulch on my front lawn from when the council was cleaning up some trees in the area. I would like it moved to the garden beds to clear it. Approx 0.5-1m3. I dont have a wheelbarrow handy to do this myself
Supply and Lay Dark Organic Mulch – Caulfield North
$420
Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia
16th Oct 2026
Supply and Lay Dark Organic Mulch – Caulfield North 3161 We are looking for an experienced, careful gardener to source, supply and lay high-quality dark organic mulch throughout our small, fully landscaped residential garden (under 50m²). We would like you to: - Visit the property first to assess the garden beds and calculate the quantity required. - Recommend and source a suitable premium dark organic mulch that complements our established planting. - Supply and spread the mulch evenly to a depth of approximately 40mm. - Take particular care around existing plants, keeping mulch clear of trunks, stems and crowns. - Leave the garden and surrounding paved areas clean and tidy. **The advertised budget is for labour only.** We will pay for mulch and delivery separately, once the product, quantity and cost have been agreed. We are looking for someone with genuine gardening or horticultural experience, excellent attention to detail and an appreciation for a carefully maintained garden. Please let us know your relevant experience, availability and whether you can arrange the initial site assessment. Thank you! Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Mulch or remove bamboo that’s been cut down
$400
Fyansford VIC 3218, Australia
16th Oct 2026
Bamboo trees to be taken away from property
I need mulch laid
$500
Lutwyche QLD 4030, Australia
14th Oct 2026
I need mulch laid over my new garden soil. Area is approximately 220m2. I will supply the mulch, but need someone to lay it. There is other work available as well for someone with the right skills, but the mulching is priority. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Fantastic and highly recommended
Lay mulch in garden
$150
Pemulwuy NSW 2145, Australia
13th Oct 2026
Pick up and spread soil and bagged mulch – Pemulwuy Hi there! I need someone to collect soil and bagged mulch from Turtle Nursery in Rouse Hill and deliver them to my home in Pemulwuy. The task includes: * Adding soil to a garden bed approximately 3.96 m long × 51 cm wide, filling low spots and levelling it evenly before mulching. Soil quantity to be confirmed. * Spreading mulch evenly across my garden beds, leaving a neat, level finish. * Cleaning up afterwards and removing all empty bags. Please bring your own suitable vehicle and all tools needed. Please specify whether your quote includes materials or is for collection, delivery and labour only. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50 m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Highly recommend. Very quick and efficient. Nice guy. Will hire again
Mulch bamboo hedge with compost
$250
Burnside Heights VIC 3023, Australia
13th Oct 2026
I have approx 20m of bamboo hedging in a narrow space along a pool and garden fence. We need to mulch it with bags of compost (already purchased) - you will need to remove a layer of leaf debris (and take it away with you) and top the hedge with the compost and give it a good water (will supply seasol) Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Highly recommended - did a great job
Shovel mulch into front garden
$50
Bar Beach NSW 2300, Australia
9th Oct 2026
Shovel mulch into garden shovels provided. Till the garden beds are full Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Ace turned up quickly and got the job done. He was polite and efficient. I would highly recommend.
Remove agapanthas and place new mulch
$300
Hobart TAS 7018, Australia
8th Oct 2026
Remove agapanthas weeds and dispose of, place new mulch where agapanthas are removed, and in front garden and side of house
John was reliable and hard working did a great job removing weeds and tidying up my place
Gardening mulching, planting small pot plants
$10
Wurtulla QLD 4575, Australia
7th Oct 2026
Mulching the garden, pulling out some weeds, putting some small pot plants shifting a little bit of soil around the back Type of gardening: Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
He was a gem to work with thank you so much
Apply 2 m3 of euci mulch in domestic garden
$180
Killara NSW 2071, Australia
7th Oct 2026
Apply 2 m3 of mulch. In 2 large bags curbside. We had 2 bags already applied in our garden but have ordered another 2 as initial quantity was not enough. Our Airtasker from last week is unavailable and another Airtasker booked just cancelled on us. Area is in garden area in middle section of property. We have a wheelbarrow. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Thanks for completing the work on time. Very professional all round. Will use them again!
Backyard re-mulching – approx. 4 m³ over 3–4 visits
$10
Ringwood North VIC 3134, Australia
7th Oct 2026
Backyard re-mulching – approx. 4 m³ over 3–4 visits I’m looking for someone to supply and spread regular garden mulch throughout the garden beds in my backyard in Ringwood North. I estimate around 4 cubic metres in total, covering approximately 80 m² at a depth of ~70-100 mm. The actual quantity and depth can be confirmed after reviewing photos or inspecting the site. I’d like the work completed over 3–4 separate visits, ideally around 1 cubic metre at a time, rather than having all 4 cubic metres delivered at once. This will avoid a large pile outside the house and minimise daily-life disruption. Timing is flexible, so this could suit someone fitting smaller jobs around their existing schedule. Please quote an all-inclusive price by "per cubic metre", covering mulch supply, delivery, moving it into the backyard and spreading it. If weeding, weed treatment or other preparation is needed, please include this in your rate and explain what is covered. Please also specify the type of mulch you would supply. The listed budget is a placeholder, as the final scope and price may need to be confirmed after a site inspection. I’m happy to provide more photos and access details. Please include your price per cubic metre and estimated total for 4 cubic metres across the separate visits. PS. I’m familiar with mulch prices per cubic metre, as many garden suppliers publish them. I’d prefer you to include your labour in an all-inclusive price per cubic metre, rather than charge by the hour or task, as that makes it easier for me to understand and calculate the total cost. Thank you. Type of gardening: Garden cleanup, Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Nice work and good quality man!
Remove Overgrown Weeds
$150
Dianella WA 6059, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Looking for someone to thoroughly clear overgrown front and side garden. Work required: Remove weeds and overgrown grass Pull/remove roots where practical rather than only whipper-snipping Clear around garden edges, paving, fence and pergola Cut back unwanted low vegetation Rake and tidy the ground Remove all green waste Leave the area clean and ready for mulch installation
Very good job with Sangay!
Weeding & spreading mulch
$100
Kingston Park SA 5049, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Assistance weeding a back yard garden & spreading mulch once tidied up. I have the mulch (trailer load) just need help moving it from the driveway to the backyard & spreading after weeding. Approx 2 - 2.5 hours work. Type of gardening: Weeding, Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
I am so grateful for the hard work Brittany put in, helping me weed & mulch my backyard. It was a huge job!
Garden tidy up mulching pruning weed spraying required
$250
Wanneroo WA 6065, Australia
5th Oct 2026
I need to prune back some plants and a bit of weed spraying Type of gardening: Weeding, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup, Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: No
I had some issues related to the task that was undertook and communication on the day but we were able to amicably resolve things. I wish Sarah good luck in the future.
Mulching garden branches - leave mulch behind.
$300
Ashfield NSW 2131, Australia
5th Oct 2026
Mulching branches Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Johnny is exceptionally lovely, dedicated and hard working. I was confident in him working at my home entire unattended or with my partner, children and pets. He is a honest, decent and good guy :)









