Bulk Compost, Mulch & Topsoil Delivery in Chicago
Available for pickup or delivery from our Elgin and West Chicago facilities, Midwest Compost serves contractors, homeowners and municipalities across Chicago suburbs with bulk premium landscape materials and professional yard waste disposal services.
Featured Products
Premium Landscape Materials for Pickup or Delivery
Midwest Compost supplies bulk mulch, organic compost, topsoil, limestone screenings and sand & gravel for fast pickup or delivery across Chicagoland, from our Elgin and West Chicago facilities.
A ONE STOP SHOP FOR ALL YOUR LANDSCAPE MATERIAL NEEDS
Trusted by homeowners, landscapers and municipalities for reliable supply, competitive pricing and contractor-friendly service.
Product Categories
MULCH
COMPOST & TOPSOIL
SAND & GRAVEL
FIREWOOD
LANDSCAPE FABRIC
TOOLS
WATER SOFTENER SALT DELIVERY
Dedicated Salt Line:
630-232-SALT (7258)
Call to place your order or schedule delivery.
IEPA PERMITTED YARD
WASTE DISPOSAL
Frequently Asked Questions
One cubic yard of mulch spread 3 inches deep covers approximately 100 square feet. Measure the length and width of your landscape area and multiply to get total square footage. For quick and accurate results, use our Mulch Calculator to determine how many cubic yards to order before purchasing your bag or bulk mulch online.
This depends on your specific application. Colored vs. non-colored mulch is largely a matter of personal preference and the intended benefit.
Coarser mulches such as our Hardwood Mulch perform well in larger areas and around the base of large trees. Fine and medium-textured options like our Blended Hardwood Mulch and Premium Bark Mulch are typically better suited for shrubs, flowerbeds, and garden areas. Wood chips are ideal for walking paths, dog runs, or animal stalls.
If you're unsure which mulch is right for your project, feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help you choose the product that best fits your needs.
This depends on whether you are using mulch to enrich the soil or primarily for decorative purposes. If your goal is soil improvement, mulch will naturally break down over time and may need to be replenished more regularly. If it is being used mainly for appearance, refreshing it will depend on how quickly it fades or settles in your landscape.
Premium Bark Mulch is produced from the bark of the tree. The bark is recycled from paper mills and chip mills in the south and then delivered to the Chicago area via barge. It has a rich brown color and a very fine consistency, which allows for faster breakdown. Blended Hardwood Mulch is a 50/50 mixture of our Premium Bark mulch and our Hardwood mulch. It offers a rich brown color with a medium to fine consistency, allowing for a slower breakdown compared to Premium Bark. Hardwood Mulch is produced from the heart of the tree. It is made from the wood we collect throughout the year, which is then double ground and aged over the winter. It has a dark brown color and a medium texture. Colored mulches are generally produced from recycled wood waste, such as pallets and old lumber. They have a medium texture and provide bold, enhanced color for landscape areas.
This depends on several factors, including: The type of mulch you are using. How much direct sunlight the area receives. The level of maintenance you plan to put into the area. Typically, dyed mulches will hold their color the longest. Natural mulches will gradually fade as they break down over time. Proper maintenance and occasional refreshing can help maintain appearance.
Yes. Midwest Compost offers home delivery for any of our products. Delivery charges may apply depending on location and order size.
A standard 8-foot pickup bed will hold approximately 2 cubic yards of mulch when filled level. Smaller beds typically hold between 1 and 1.5 cubic yards. Always consider your vehicle’s weight capacity to ensure safe transport.
No. However, we can help connect you with one of our long-standing, reliable contractors who provides professional mulch installation services.
Frequently Asked Questions
One cubic yard of mulch spread 3 inches deep covers approximately 100 square feet. Measure the length and width of your landscape area and multiply to get total square footage. For quick and accurate results, use our Mulch Calculator to determine how many cubic yards to order before purchasing your bag or bulk mulch online.
This depends on your specific application. Colored vs. non-colored mulch is largely a matter of personal preference and the intended benefit.
Coarser mulches such as our Hardwood Mulch perform well in larger areas and around the base of large trees. Fine and medium-textured options like our Blended Hardwood Mulch and Premium Bark Mulch are typically better suited for shrubs, flowerbeds, and garden areas. Wood chips are ideal for walking paths, dog runs, or animal stalls.
If you're unsure which mulch is right for your project, feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help you choose the product that best fits your needs.
This depends on whether you are using mulch to enrich the soil or primarily for decorative purposes. If your goal is soil improvement, mulch will naturally break down over time and may need to be replenished more regularly. If it is being used mainly for appearance, refreshing it will depend on how quickly it fades or settles in your landscape.
Premium Bark Mulch is produced from the bark of the tree. The bark is recycled from paper mills and chip mills in the south and then delivered to the Chicago area via barge. It has a rich brown color and a very fine consistency, which allows for faster breakdown. Blended Hardwood Mulch is a 50/50 mixture of our Premium Bark mulch and our Hardwood mulch. It offers a rich brown color with a medium to fine consistency, allowing for a slower breakdown compared to Premium Bark. Hardwood Mulch is produced from the heart of the tree. It is made from the wood we collect throughout the year, which is then double ground and aged over the winter. It has a dark brown color and a medium texture. Colored mulches are generally produced from recycled wood waste, such as pallets and old lumber. They have a medium texture and provide bold, enhanced color for landscape areas.
This depends on several factors, including: The type of mulch you are using. How much direct sunlight the area receives. The level of maintenance you plan to put into the area. Typically, dyed mulches will hold their color the longest. Natural mulches will gradually fade as they break down over time. Proper maintenance and occasional refreshing can help maintain appearance.
Yes. Midwest Compost offers home delivery for any of our products. Delivery charges may apply depending on location and order size.
A standard 8-foot pickup bed will hold approximately 2 cubic yards of mulch when filled level. Smaller beds typically hold between 1 and 1.5 cubic yards. Always consider your vehicle’s weight capacity to ensure safe transport.