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Black Lava Rock
$135.34/yard · material
Lightweight 3/4–1 1/2" black volcanic rock for beds
Black lava rock is crushed volcanic stone full of tiny air pockets, which keeps it light and easy to spread. It goes down like mulch but doesn't rot, fade like dye, or need replacing every year. The dark charcoal color sets off green plants and light hardscape, so it's popular in modern beds, around succulents, and along borders. Pieces run about 3/4 to 1 1/2 inch. Size varies slightly and shade varies by location.
Black lava rock is lightweight, porous volcanic stone about 3/4 to 1 1/2 inch in a dark charcoal color, not dyed mulch that fades.
Also called: black lava stone, black cinder, black volcanic rock, black scoria, black lava gravel, charcoal lava rock.
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- We fix what we control. Wrong material, confirmed fulfillment errors, or orders we cannot complete are reviewed for replacement, refund, or another fair resolution.
- Safe delivery comes first. The driver chooses the final safe dump location on site. If your requested spot is not safely reachable, we deliver to the closest safe location available.
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- Natural material varies. Color, texture, moisture, dust, and sizing can vary by quarry, supplier, season, and region.
Product Specifications
- Material
- Volcanic rock (cinder)
- Size
- 3/4"–1 1/2" (varies slightly by location)
- Shape
- Porous, irregular
- Weight
- ~900 lbs per cubic yard
- Coverage (3" deep)
- ~105 sq ft per yard
- Color
- Charcoal to black, shade varies by location
- Minimum Order
- 1 yard
- Delivery
- Dump truck, directly to your location
Best For
Modern bedsSucculent gardensBed bordersLow-water landscapes
“We chose a delivery date. The driver dropped it exactly where I asked. I had never ordered gravel in my life.”
Why Choose This Product
Lasts for Years
Doesn't rot, decompose, or need yearly topping off.
Natural Black
Dark stone color that doesn't come from dye.
Drains Well
Porous stone lets water straight through to the roots.
Delivery Included
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Compare Materials
Current selectionBlack Lava Rock
MaterialVolcanic rock (cinder)
Size3/4"–1 1/2" (varies slightly by location)
ShapePorous, irregular
Weight~900 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (3" deep)~105 sq ft per yard
ColorCharcoal to black, shade varies by location
Minimum Order1 yard
DeliveryDump truck, directly to your location
Texture—
Recommended Depth—
Coverage (2" deep)—
Best For
Modern bedsSucculent gardensBed bordersLow-water landscapes
Shredded Black Mulch
MaterialShredded hardwood
Size—
Shape—
Weight~800 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (3" deep)~100 sq ft per yard
Color—
Minimum Order1 yard
DeliveryDump truck, directly to your location
TextureDouble-shredded
Recommended Depth3"
Coverage (2" deep)—
Best For
Flower bedsTree ringsLandscapingWeed suppression
River Rock
MaterialNatural river stone
SizeAbout 1–3" (varies by location)
ShapeRounded / smooth
Weight~2,700 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (3" deep)—
ColorVaries depending on location
Minimum Order1 ton
DeliveryDump truck, directly to your location
Texture—
Recommended Depth—
Coverage (2" deep)~100 sq ft per ton
Best For
LandscapingDry creek bedsWater featuresGround cover
Black lava rock gives you a dark bed cover without the yearly refresh. Pick shredded black mulch if you want to feed the soil, or river rock for a heavier, smooth stone.
What customers say
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Jesse C.
1 month ago
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Hello Gravel was an absolute DREAM to work with ! They worked with me around my schedule and were very punctual and prompt. Most importantly they were the best price point I could find (and I shopped around for DAYS) ! Super happy with the end product, no more muddy boots for this guy ! THANK YOU HELLO GRAVEL !!
September 2, 2026
Mike
2 months ago
Great communication throughout the process. Delivery was on time. Two thumbs up..👍🏻 👍🏻
August 12, 2026
Brian K.
2 months ago
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Scheduling and delivery were very smooth. Received exactly what I needed.
August 5, 2026
Amy
2 months ago
While I cannot speak to the actual service, I did enter my phone number to get a quote. I realized it was probably too much for my small project. But I received a very helpful follow up text conversation, and after I explained it was probably more than I needed, they still took time to help me work through how much I would need, and offered me possible solutions, even knowing I wouldn't be using their product. Makes me wish they had fit my needs, if that's the level of service they provided even to a non customers
August 4, 2026
Candace
2 months ago
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Just a little hiccup in the delivery date but everything worked out well and with great communication from Janel. Ordering went smoothly as well as working with the delivery team to deliver to the appropriate location for my yard.
August 3, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the calculator with your length, width, and depth. A 2 to 3 inch layer gives full coverage. One cubic yard covers about 105 square feet at 3 inches deep.
Lava rock weighs about a third as much as most gravel. Selling it by volume means you pay for coverage, not weight.
It's a natural dark charcoal to black. Some pieces show a brownish or reddish tint, and the surface looks lighter when dry and darker when wet. Shade varies by location.
Dark stone warms up in full sun, more than light-colored rock. That's fine for shrubs, succulents, and heat-loving plants. Keep a little space around the stems of tender plants.
It's rough and porous, so wear gloves when you spread it. It's not a good fit for bare-foot areas, play areas, or dog runs.
By dump truck, straight to your property. The driver dumps it in one pile where you choose. Pick a firm, level spot the truck can reach, clear of cars and overhead wires. Delivery is included in the price you see.
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