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Lawn Care in Tucson, AZ

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $38–$66.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Tucson

  1. 1.Turf Paradise

    4.7★ (73 reviews)

    4.7★ from 73 reviews

  2. 2.Castle's Landscape Service

    5.0★ (46 reviews)

    5.0★ from 46 reviews

  3. 3.All Yard Work

    4.3★ (35 reviews)

    4.3★ from 35 reviews

  4. 4.L&J Landscaping Services Tree & Cactus Removel & More LLC

    5.0★ (16 reviews)

    5.0★ from 16 reviews

  5. 5.Desert Sunset Landscaping and Property Maintenance

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

  6. 6.SoCo Landscape Maintenance LLC

    4.7★ (17 reviews)

    4.7★ from 17 reviews

  7. 7.Sticks & Stones Yard Service

    4.7★ (14 reviews)

    4.7★ from 14 reviews

  8. 8.Eazzy Care Landscaping

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

  9. 9.JCU Landscaping LLC

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  10. 10.Sal's Lawn & Yard Maintenance

    1.0★ (3 reviews)

    1.0★ from 3 reviews

Lawn Care Cost in Tucson

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Tucson
Weekly mowing$38–$66/visit
Fertilization$56–$113/application
Aeration$94–$188/job

Lawn Care prices in Tucson run about 6% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Tucson, rated 4.4★ on average across 228 customer reviews.

Tucson Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Tucson's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
February 12
First fall frost
December 3
Annual precipitation
11.59"
Heating degree days
1,512
Cooling degree days
3,145
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.8°65.5°0.94"
Feb42.2°68.5°0.86"
Mar46.2°74.1°0.73"
Apr52°82.1°0.31"
May60.5°91.6°0.23"
Jun69.3°100.3°0.2"
Jul74.4°99.7°2.25"
Aug73.3°97.4°2.39"
Sep68.6°94.5°1.29"
Oct57.3°84.8°0.89"
Nov46.1°73.5°0.57"
Dec39.1°64.8°0.93"

NOAA station data 5.22 miles from Tucson.

Permits & Regulations in AZ

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide and herbicide application requires Arizona Department of Agriculture licensing
  • Many municipalities enforce watering-day restrictions that affect irrigation scheduling

License required: AZ Dept of Agriculture applicator license

Sources: agriculture.az.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Tucson

How much does lawn mowing cost in Tucson?

Weekly mowing in Tucson typically runs $38-$66 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Tucson?

Grass in Tucson greens up after the last frost near February 12.

How often should I mow in Tucson?

Given Tucson rainfall of 11.59 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in AZ?

Yes — Commercial pesticide and herbicide application requires Arizona Department of Agriculture licensing. This affects Tucson lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Tucson?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Tucson.

When should I aerate in Tucson?

Early fall, before the first frost around December 3, works best in Tucson.

Does grass grow year-round in Tucson?

With 3,145 cooling degree days and winter lows near 39F, Tucson lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Tucson lawns need?

At 11.59 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 100F, Tucson lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.