Coquina shell is the quintessential St. Augustine landscaping material. Quarried locally for centuries — from the walls of Castillo de San Marcos to modern driveways and pathways — coquina is deeply rooted in our city's identity. Tropical Yards delivers bulk coquina shell at $145 per cubic yard, the lowest price in St. Johns County.
St. Augustine homeowners have used coquina shell in their landscapes for generations. This naturally occurring sedimentary rock, made of compressed shell fragments, creates a warm, golden-beige ground cover that perfectly complements the historic charm of the nation's oldest city.
Whether you're resurfacing a driveway in the historic district, creating garden pathways on Anastasia Island, building decorative borders in World Golf Village, or installing drainage solutions in Vilano Beach, coquina shell is the authentic local choice. It compacts firmly, drains beautifully in our heavy summer rains, and develops a rich patina over time.
Coverage calculator: One cubic yard of coquina shell covers approximately 100 square feet at 3 inches deep. A typical two-car driveway (20x20 feet) requires approximately 4 cubic yards ($580 in material). A garden pathway (3x30 feet) needs about 1 cubic yard ($145).
Tropical Yards delivers coquina shell via 14ft dump trailer throughout St. Augustine and St. Johns County. Our $250 delivery fee covers one full trailer load — up to 5 cubic yards. For larger projects requiring multiple loads, we offer a 10% discount on additional deliveries.
Our coquina shell is sourced from Florida quarries and delivered fresh — not recycled or mixed with filler. Every load is clean, consistent, and ready to spread. We can dump directly onto your driveway, or place it wherever you need it on your property.
| Material | Price | Coverage | Delivery to St. Augustine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coquina Shell (Bulk) | $145.00/yard | ~100 sq ft at 3" deep | $250 per load |
| 2 Cubic Yards | $290.00 | ~200 sq ft | $250 |
| 3 Cubic Yards | $435.00 | ~300 sq ft | $250 |
| 4 Cubic Yards | $580.00 | ~400 sq ft | $250 |
| 5 Cubic Yards (Full Load) | $725.00 | ~500 sq ft | $250 |
Prices shown are for material only. Delivery fee of $250 covers one full dump trailer load to St. Augustine. Multiple loads receive a 10% delivery discount.
$145/yard + $250 delivery. Call for a free estimate.
Replace cracked concrete or aging asphalt with natural coquina shell. A two-car driveway typically requires 4-5 cubic yards. Coquina compacts firmly, drains naturally, and lasts 10+ years.
Create beautiful garden pathways and walkways. Most paths need 1-2 cubic yards. Coquina's natural color and texture complement tropical plants and Florida architecture.
Define garden beds, tree rings, and landscape borders. Coquina shell creates clean lines that suppress weeds and retain moisture around your tropical plants.
Coquina shell from Tropical Yards costs $145 per cubic yard — the lowest price in St. Johns County. Compare this to $165-$200+ at other landscape suppliers serving St. Augustine.
A typical two-car driveway (20x20 feet) needs about 4 cubic yards of coquina shell at 3 inches deep. That's $580 in material plus $250 delivery to St. Augustine. A single-car driveway needs about 2 cubic yards ($290).
Yes! We deliver bulk coquina shell to St. Augustine and surrounding areas including St. Augustine Beach, Vilano Beach, Crescent Beach, Anastasia Island, World Golf Village via 14ft dump trailer. Delivery starts at $250.
For driveways, pathways, and borders in St. Augustine, coquina shell is far superior. It lasts 10+ years vs mulch's 6-12 months, doesn't attract termites, won't wash away in Florida rains, and costs less long-term. See our detailed comparison.
Currently we offer delivery only via dump trailer. This ensures you get fresh, quality coquina shell placed exactly where you need it on your property.
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