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Landscaping in Fort Myers, FL

Compare 6 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $282–$846.

Top Landscaping Companies in Fort Myers

  1. 1.HERNANDEZ LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING LLC

    4.9★ (41 reviews)

    4.9★ from 41 reviews

  2. 2.MACHESH LANDSCAPING LLC

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

  3. 3.USA GT Landscaping,LLC

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

  4. 4.Mainscape Landscaping Company

    3.0★ (66 reviews)

    3.0★ from 66 reviews

  5. 5.AMJ Lawn Care Service

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  6. 6.Woodbridge Landscaping

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

Landscaping Cost in Fort Myers

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

ServiceTypical range in Fort Myers
Mulch installation$282–$846/job
Planting and bed design$376–$1,410/job
Yard cleanup$188–$564/job
Patio or hardscape$2,820–$8,460/job

Landscaping prices in Fort Myers 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 6 companies serving Fort Myers, rated 4.6★ on average across 139 customer reviews.

Fort Myers Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fort Myers's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
January 11
Annual precipitation
55.93"
Heating degree days
286
Cooling degree days
3,984
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan53.7°74.7°1.94"
Feb55.9°77.2°2.15"
Mar59.4°80.4°2.88"
Apr63.1°84.6°2.18"
May68.7°89.4°2.65"
Jun73.5°91.5°10.09"
Jul74.5°91.9°9.04"
Aug74.9°91.8°10.14"
Sep74.3°90.5°8.31"
Oct69.1°86.7°2.88"
Nov62°81.3°1.96"
Dec56.4°76.6°1.71"

NOAA station data 3.13 miles from Fort Myers.

Permits & Regulations in FL

No permit typically required

  • Commercial lawn and ornamental pesticide application requires a FDACS pesticide applicator license
  • FDACS also administers a Limited Lawn and Ornamental certification for operators whose work is confined to that category
  • Many Florida counties enforce seasonal fertilizer blackout periods to limit nutrient runoff

License required: FDACS pesticide applicator license (lawn and ornamental)

Sources: www.fdacs.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Fort Myers

How much does landscaping cost in Fort Myers?

Mulch installation in Fort Myers typically runs $282-$846 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Fort Myers?

We track 6 landscaping companies serving Fort Myers.

Is landscaping in Fort Myers more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Fort Myers runs about -6% versus the national average.

How much rain does Fort Myers get for new plantings?

Fort Myers averages 55.93 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Fort Myers summers?

With summer highs near 92F in Fort Myers, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Fort Myers, FL?

In FL, Commercial lawn and ornamental pesticide application requires a FDACS pesticide applicator license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Fort Myers.

How cold do Fort Myers winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 54F in Fort Myers set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.