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Lawn Care in Lexington-Fayette, KY

Compare 5 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $38–$66.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Lexington-Fayette

  1. 1.Imperial Lawn & Landscape

    4.9★ (264 reviews)

    4.9★ from 264 reviews

  2. 2.Canopy Lawn Care of Lexington

    4.8★ (141 reviews)

    4.8★ from 141 reviews

  3. 3.Intricate Landscape

    4.9★ (105 reviews)

    4.9★ from 105 reviews

  4. 4.Always Green Lawn Care

    5.0★ (52 reviews)

    5.0★ from 52 reviews

  5. 5.Hollis Dalton Mowing

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

Lawn Care Cost in Lexington-Fayette

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

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

Lawn Care prices in Lexington-Fayette 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 5 companies serving Lexington-Fayette, rated 4.9★ on average across 563 customer reviews.

Lexington-Fayette Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Lexington-Fayette's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 13
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
45.17"
Heating degree days
4,610
Cooling degree days
1,191
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan24.9°40.9°3.2"
Feb28.1°45.6°3.2"
Mar35.7°55.4°4.07"
Apr44.7°65.8°3.6"
May53.9°74.4°5.26"
Jun62.5°82.9°4.44"
Jul66.3°86.1°4.65"
Aug65°85.6°3.25"
Sep57.5°78.8°2.91"
Oct46.6°67.5°3.13"
Nov37.3°55.4°3.53"
Dec28°43.9°3.93"

NOAA station data 8.35 miles from Lexington-Fayette.

Permits & Regulations in KY

No permit typically required

  • Lawn and turf pesticide work falls under the Ornamentals and Lawn Care category, which also covers ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers
  • The category covers pests that do not normally invade structures, such as grubs, bagworms and moles
  • Certification in this category does not qualify an applicator to treat sports turf or golf courses, which are separate categories

License required: Kentucky commercial applicator license, Ornamentals and Lawn Care category

Sources: apps.legislature.ky.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Lexington-Fayette

How much does lawn mowing cost in Lexington-Fayette?

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

When does the growing season start in Lexington-Fayette?

Grass in Lexington-Fayette greens up after the last frost near April 13.

How often should I mow in Lexington-Fayette?

Given Lexington-Fayette rainfall of 45.17 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in KY?

Yes — Lawn and turf pesticide work falls under the Ornamentals and Lawn Care category, which also covers ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers. This affects Lexington-Fayette lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Lexington-Fayette?

We track 5 lawn professionals serving Lexington-Fayette.

When should I aerate in Lexington-Fayette?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 26, works best in Lexington-Fayette.

Does grass grow year-round in Lexington-Fayette?

With 1,191 cooling degree days and winter lows near 25F, Lexington-Fayette lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Lexington-Fayette lawns need?

At 45.17 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 86F, Lexington-Fayette lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.