Tree & Plant Care
Trees and beds: tree-removal, stump-grinding, trimming and land-clearing cost from the numbers you enter, the mulch-ring volume around a tree (ring area × depth ÷ 324), and how many plants a bed needs from the on-center spacing (square or triangular). ⚠️ Tree removal and land clearing are dangerous — hire a licensed, insured arborist; these tools are for budgeting only.
⚠️ Tree work is dangerous. Removing large trees or trees near buildings, power lines or people can cause serious injury and property damage. Hire a licensed, insured arborist — this tool is for budgeting only.
Planning estimate: this is a planning estimate from the numbers you enter — not a bid or a contract. Get itemized written quotes from licensed, insured landscapers/contractors and confirm measurements before you commit.
Tree Removal CostEstimate what it costs to remove a tree from its height, your quoted price per foot, and add-ons for stump grinding and hauling. Formula and example shown.Stump Grinding CostEstimate stump grinding cost from the stump diameter, your price per inch, and the crew minimum fee. Free calculator with the formula and a worked example.Tree Trimming CostEstimate tree trimming and pruning cost from the number of trees and your price per tree by size. Free calculator with the formula and a worked example.Land Clearing CostEstimate land clearing cost from acreage, your price per acre, and extras like grubbing and hauling. Free calculator with the formula and a worked example.Mulch Ring VolumeCalculate mulch volume for a tree ring from the outer and inner radius and depth — cubic yards and 2 cu ft bags. Free calculator with formula and worked example.Plant SpacingCalculate how many plants you need from bed area and on-center spacing, for square or triangular layouts. Free plant spacing calculator with the formula shown.
Every Tree & Plant Care tool is calculated server-side — visible immediately — with its formula, a worked example and a reference table, and works on the quantities you measure and the prices you enter. Background reading is in the guides.