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Landscaping in Baltimore, MD

Compare 3 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $304–$911.

Top Landscaping Companies in Baltimore

  1. 1.Green Thumb Yard Care, LLC

    4.8★ (42 reviews)

    4.8★ from 42 reviews

    +14104178525Website

  2. 2.Great Blue Co- Experts in Native Landscapes

    4.9★ (31 reviews)

    4.9★ from 31 reviews

    +14434614860Website

  3. 3.HMD Landscaping

    4.8★ (23 reviews)

    4.8★ from 23 reviews

    +14107844990Website

Landscaping Cost in Baltimore

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

ServiceTypical range in Baltimore
Mulch installation$304–$911/job
Planting and bed design$405–$1,518/job
Yard cleanup$202–$607/job
Patio or hardscape$3,036–$9,108/job

Landscaping prices in Baltimore run about 1% 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 3 companies serving Baltimore, rated 4.8★ on average across 96 customer reviews.

Baltimore Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Baltimore's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
March 19
First fall frost
November 23
Annual precipitation
42.43"
Heating degree days
3,444
Cooling degree days
2,145
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.8°46.4°2.92"
Feb34.1°49.1°3.05"
Mar40.1°58.6°4"
Apr50.8°69.4°3.3"
May60.9°79.4°4.22"
Jun70.7°88.8°3.71"
Jul75°92.1°3.41"
Aug73.1°89.9°3.69"
Sep65.3°82.5°3.76"
Oct54.1°71.4°3.3"
Nov43.6°60.5°3.55"
Dec34.8°49.7°3.52"

NOAA station data 1.2 miles from Baltimore.

Permits & Regulations in MD

No permit typically required

  • Maryland's Lawn Fertilizer Law bars fertilizer application between November 16 and March 1
  • A single application may not exceed 0.9 pound of total nitrogen per 1,000 square feet, of which no more than 0.7 pound may be soluble nitrogen
  • Lawn care professionals applying fertilizer must be certified by the Maryland Department of Agriculture or work under the direct supervision of someone who is

License required: Maryland Department of Agriculture fertilizer applicator certification

Sources: mda.maryland.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Baltimore

How much does landscaping cost in Baltimore?

Mulch installation in Baltimore typically runs $304-$911 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Baltimore?

We track 3 landscaping companies serving Baltimore.

When is the best time to plant in Baltimore?

The last spring frost in Baltimore usually falls around March 19, and the first fall frost around November 23. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Baltimore more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Baltimore runs about +1.2% versus the national average.

How much rain does Baltimore get for new plantings?

Baltimore averages 42.43 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Baltimore summers?

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

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Baltimore, MD?

In MD, Maryland's Lawn Fertilizer Law bars fertilizer application between November 16 and March 1. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Baltimore.

How cold do Baltimore winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 32F in Baltimore set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.