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Landscaping in Charlotte, NC

Compare 19 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $296–$888.

Top Landscaping Companies in Charlotte

  1. 1.Clean Cut Landscaping

    4.7★ (64 reviews)

    4.7★ from 64 reviews

  2. 2.Green Landscaping

    4.8★ (48 reviews)

    4.8★ from 48 reviews

  3. 3.Brokaw Lawn and Landscape

    4.7★ (48 reviews)

    4.7★ from 48 reviews

  4. 4.Bladerunner landscaping

    4.8★ (44 reviews)

    4.8★ from 44 reviews

  5. 5.Total Landscape Solution

    4.9★ (38 reviews)

    4.9★ from 38 reviews

  6. 6.Rubio Tree Services

    5.0★ (29 reviews)

    5.0★ from 29 reviews

  7. 7.Vasquez Landcare INC

    4.8★ (30 reviews)

    4.8★ from 30 reviews

  8. 8.Moranchel Landscape LLC

    4.9★ (16 reviews)

    4.9★ from 16 reviews

  9. 9.The Perfect Green Lawn

    4.7★ (17 reviews)

    4.7★ from 17 reviews

  10. 10.L & J Lawn and Landscape

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

  11. 11.Gomez Landscaping & Lawn LLC

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

  12. 12.E&G Landscape Services LLC

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

  13. 13.Legacy Landscapes

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  14. 14.Groundsmen Landscaping Charlotte

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  15. 15.Green FX Landscaping

    4.0★ (2 reviews)

    4.0★ from 2 reviews

  16. 16.Denton's Stump Grinding of Charlotte * FREE ESTIMATES

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  17. 17.FORD & SONS LAWN CARE

  18. 18.Elite Lawn & Garden

Landscaping Cost in Charlotte

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

ServiceTypical range in Charlotte
Mulch installation$296–$888/job
Planting and bed design$395–$1,481/job
Yard cleanup$197–$592/job
Patio or hardscape$2,961–$8,883/job

Landscaping prices in Charlotte run about 1% 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 19 companies serving Charlotte, rated 4.8★ on average across 381 customer reviews.

Charlotte Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charlotte's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 3
First fall frost
November 2
Annual precipitation
41.63"
Heating degree days
3,390
Cooling degree days
1,519
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan29.6°50.7°3.41"
Feb32.7°55°3.32"
Mar39.3°63.1°4.01"
Apr46.9°71.9°3.04"
May55.8°78.9°3.18"
Jun64.5°86°3.74"
Jul68.1°89°3.68"
Aug67.2°87.5°4.22"
Sep60.4°81.3°3.24"
Oct48.8°71.8°3.4"
Nov39.2°62.4°3.14"
Dec31.9°52.9°3.25"

NOAA station data 7.02 miles from Charlotte.

Permits & Regulations in NC

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide applicators must be licensed by the NC Department of Agriculture
  • Some municipalities restrict irrigation during declared drought stages

License required: NCDA&CS pesticide applicator license

Sources: www.ncagr.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Charlotte

How much does landscaping cost in Charlotte?

Mulch installation in Charlotte typically runs $296-$888 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Charlotte?

We track 19 landscaping companies serving Charlotte.

When is the best time to plant in Charlotte?

The last spring frost in Charlotte usually falls around April 3, and the first fall frost around November 2. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Charlotte more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Charlotte runs about -1.3% versus the national average.

How much rain does Charlotte get for new plantings?

Charlotte averages 41.63 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Charlotte summers?

With summer highs near 89F in Charlotte, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Charlotte, NC?

In NC, Commercial pesticide applicators must be licensed by the NC Department of Agriculture. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Charlotte.

How cold do Charlotte winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 30F in Charlotte set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.