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Landscaping in Jacksonville, FL

Compare 5 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $286–$858.

Top Landscaping Companies in Jacksonville

  1. 1.Duval Landscape Maintenance

    4.2★ (109 reviews)

    4.2★ from 109 reviews

    +19049001127Website

  2. 2.Jungle Life Landscape LLC

    4.6★ (51 reviews)

    4.6★ from 51 reviews

    +19044236024

  3. 3.Details Landscaping

    5.0★ (34 reviews)

    5.0★ from 34 reviews

    +19045363676Website

  4. 4.Sunway Landscape Services

    4.5★ (38 reviews)

    4.5★ from 38 reviews

    +18334786929Website

  5. 5.Cool Breeze Landscaping Inc

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +19046557847

Landscaping Cost in Jacksonville

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

ServiceTypical range in Jacksonville
Mulch installation$286–$858/job
Planting and bed design$381–$1,430/job
Yard cleanup$191–$572/job
Patio or hardscape$2,859–$8,577/job

Landscaping prices in Jacksonville run about 5% 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 5 companies serving Jacksonville, rated 4.7★ on average across 236 customer reviews.

Jacksonville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Jacksonville's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
February 5
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
49.19"
Heating degree days
1,097
Cooling degree days
3,009
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan45.1°64.7°2.98"
Feb48.3°67.9°2.7"
Mar53.5°73.2°3.93"
Apr58.5°79°2.62"
May66.7°85.4°2.56"
Jun72.6°89.6°6.07"
Jul74.5°91.4°6.27"
Aug74.7°90.5°6.32"
Sep72.4°87.2°7.64"
Oct64.7°80.8°3.36"
Nov55.5°73.6°2.35"
Dec47.9°66.5°2.39"

NOAA station data 7.16 miles from Jacksonville.

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 Jacksonville

How much does landscaping cost in Jacksonville?

Mulch installation in Jacksonville typically runs $286-$858 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Jacksonville?

We track 5 landscaping companies serving Jacksonville.

When is the best time to plant in Jacksonville?

The last spring frost in Jacksonville usually falls around February 5, and the first fall frost around December 20. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Jacksonville more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Jacksonville runs about -4.7% versus the national average.

How much rain does Jacksonville get for new plantings?

Jacksonville averages 49.19 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Jacksonville summers?

With summer highs near 91F in Jacksonville, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville.

How cold do Jacksonville winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 45F in Jacksonville set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.