For a fee: Mulch, Compost, Wood chips, Leaf compost.
Normally sold per cubic yard: organic compost $30, organic mulch $24, leaf mulch $20, dyed mulch $30, wood chips $10 (1 to 11 cubic yards).
Mixed: self-load and other options.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Mulch
For a feeCompost
For a feeWood chips
For a feeLeaf compost
For a feeLocation
Raleigh Yard Waste Center, 900 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC
Hours & season
Mon-Fri 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (from the 2025 giveaway notice). Year-round sales. Free organic and leaf mulch giveaway ran April 22 - May 10, 2025; no 2026 giveaway confirmed.
Limits
Free promotion in 2025 allowed up to 45 cubic yards per visit.
What to bring
A truck or trailer; you transport the material.
Fees
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| organic compost | $30 per cubic yard |
| organic mulch | $24 per cubic yard |
| leaf mulch | $20 per cubic yard |
| wood chips | $10 per cubic yard |
Giveaway events
Earth Day / Compost Awareness free mulch giveaway, April 22 - May 10, 2025.
More options
Quick answers
Who can get free mulch or compost in Raleigh?
Open to everyone, residents and businesses.
When can I pick up mulch in Raleigh?
Mon-Fri 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (from the 2025 giveaway notice). Year-round sales. Free organic and leaf mulch giveaway ran April 22 - May 10, 2025; no 2026 giveaway confirmed.
Where do I get mulch in Raleigh?
Raleigh Yard Waste Center, 900 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC
What should I bring for mulch in Raleigh?
A truck or trailer; you transport the material.
Are there limits on mulch in Raleigh?
Free promotion in 2025 allowed up to 45 cubic yards per visit.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Buy Compost and Mulch | Raleighnc.gov ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026