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Lawn Care in Denver, CO

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $47–$83.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Denver

  1. 1.Horizon Property Services

    4.6★ (169 reviews)

    4.6★ from 169 reviews

    +13037507868Website

  2. 2.Alleygator Lawn Service

    5.0★ (76 reviews)

    5.0★ from 76 reviews

    +13039131225Website

  3. 3.Senske Lawn Care Services - Denver

    4.6★ (111 reviews)

    4.6★ from 111 reviews

    +17207982038Website

  4. 4.LawnStarter Lawn Care Service

    3.5★ (419 reviews)

    3.5★ from 419 reviews

    +13032232915Website

  5. 5.Lawn Services, Inc

    4.3★ (86 reviews)

    4.3★ from 86 reviews

    +13039223771Website

  6. 6.Dalia Landscape

    4.8★ (52 reviews)

    4.8★ from 52 reviews

    +19707247143Website

  7. 7.Andrew's Lawn and Snow

    3.5★ (86 reviews)

    3.5★ from 86 reviews

    +18775873958Website

  8. 8.Castanon Landscape Services

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +17205192235

  9. 9.Sweet Lawns

    4.4★ (22 reviews)

    4.4★ from 22 reviews

    +17204009043Website

  10. 10.IC Landscaping Corp.

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +17206417228Website

Lawn Care Cost in Denver

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

ServiceTypical range in Denver
Weekly mowing$47–$83/visit
Fertilization$71–$142/application
Aeration$118–$236/job

Lawn Care prices in Denver run about 18% above 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 Denver, rated 4.5★ on average across 1,047 customer reviews.

Denver Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Denver's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
May 2
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
15.58"
Heating degree days
6,068
Cooling degree days
687
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.4°44.5°0.47"
Feb19.6°46.1°0.47"
Mar26.4°53.6°1.25"
Apr34.1°60.9°1.74"
May43.8°70.5°2.3"
Jun52.8°81.2°1.69"
Jul59°88.2°2.05"
Aug57.4°85.7°2.06"
Sep47.5°77.2°1.06"
Oct35.7°64.9°1.08"
Nov24.9°52.3°0.82"
Dec16.7°43.3°0.59"

NOAA station data 0.73 miles from Denver.

Permits & Regulations in CO

No permit typically required

  • Applying lawn or ornamental pesticides for hire requires a Colorado Department of Agriculture commercial applicator business license
  • A qualified supervisor licensed in the turf and ornamental category must be linked to the business
  • Front Range water providers enforce watering-day restrictions that set irrigation schedules

License required: Colorado Department of Agriculture commercial applicator business license (turf and ornamental)

Sources: ag.colorado.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Denver

How much does lawn mowing cost in Denver?

Weekly mowing in Denver typically runs $47-$83 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Denver?

Grass in Denver greens up after the last frost near May 2.

How often should I mow in Denver?

Given Denver rainfall of 15.58 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in CO?

Yes — Applying lawn or ornamental pesticides for hire requires a Colorado Department of Agriculture commercial applicator business license. This affects Denver lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Denver?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Denver.

When should I aerate in Denver?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 5, works best in Denver.

Does grass grow year-round in Denver?

With 687 cooling degree days and winter lows near 17F, Denver lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Denver lawns need?

At 15.58 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 88F, Denver lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.