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Lawn Care in Ocala, FL

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $36–$64.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Ocala

  1. 1.Marion Precision Lawn & Landscape

    4.8★ (223 reviews)

    4.8★ from 223 reviews

    +13525727695Website

  2. 2.Royal Sowings Professional Lawn Care & Landscaping

    5.0★ (127 reviews)

    5.0★ from 127 reviews

    +13524338214

  3. 3.Beard Irrigation Services

    5.0★ (96 reviews)

    5.0★ from 96 reviews

    +13522394470Website

  4. 4.Massey Services GreenUP Lawn Care Service

    4.0★ (90 reviews)

    4.0★ from 90 reviews

    +13528547096Website

  5. 5.Spartan Lawn Care

    5.0★ (32 reviews)

    5.0★ from 32 reviews

    +17164534474

  6. 6.Wildman Family Lawn Service

    5.0★ (29 reviews)

    5.0★ from 29 reviews

    +13522092457Website

  7. 7.Lawn legends lawn service LLC

    5.0★ (24 reviews)

    5.0★ from 24 reviews

    +13527238532

  8. 8.Jake of All Trades Ocala

    5.0★ (17 reviews)

    5.0★ from 17 reviews

    +17274924280Website

  9. 9.LANDSCAPING OCALA

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +13525122065

Lawn Care Cost in Ocala

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

ServiceTypical range in Ocala
Weekly mowing$36–$64/visit
Fertilization$55–$109/application
Aeration$91–$182/job

Lawn Care prices in Ocala run about 9% 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 9 companies serving Ocala, rated 4.9★ on average across 642 customer reviews.

Ocala Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Ocala's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
February 25
First fall frost
December 6
Annual precipitation
50.8"
Heating degree days
809
Cooling degree days
3,126
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan44.8°71.3°3.2"
Feb47.5°74.5°3.26"
Mar51.7°78.9°4.56"
Apr56.2°84°2.4"
May63.2°89.8°2.92"
Jun69.7°92.2°7.42"
Jul71.4°93.2°6.92"
Aug71.6°92.6°6.32"
Sep69.2°90.5°6.08"
Oct61.8°85.3°3.03"
Nov53.5°78.6°2.12"
Dec47°72.6°2.57"

NOAA station data 4.52 miles from Ocala.

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

Lawn Care FAQs for Ocala

How much does lawn mowing cost in Ocala?

Weekly mowing in Ocala typically runs $36-$64 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Ocala?

Grass in Ocala greens up after the last frost near February 25.

How often should I mow in Ocala?

Given Ocala rainfall of 50.8 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in FL?

Yes — Commercial lawn and ornamental pesticide application requires a FDACS pesticide applicator license. This affects Ocala lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Ocala?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving Ocala.

When should I aerate in Ocala?

Early fall, before the first frost around December 6, works best in Ocala.

Does grass grow year-round in Ocala?

With 3,126 cooling degree days and winter lows near 45F, Ocala lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Ocala lawns need?

At 50.8 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 93F, Ocala lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.