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Landscaping in Fargo, ND

Compare 3 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $345–$1035.

Top Landscaping Companies in Fargo

  1. 1.Precision Lawn & Landscape

    4.5★ (193 reviews)

    4.5★ from 193 reviews

  2. 2.Baldwin Landscaping

    5.0★ (39 reviews)

    5.0★ from 39 reviews

  3. 3.Valley Landscaping

    4.2★ (51 reviews)

    4.2★ from 51 reviews

Landscaping Cost in Fargo

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

ServiceTypical range in Fargo
Mulch installation$345–$1,035/job
Planting and bed design$460–$1,725/job
Yard cleanup$230–$690/job
Patio or hardscape$3,450–$10,350/job

Landscaping prices in Fargo run about 15% 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 Fargo, rated 4.6★ on average across 283 customer reviews.

Fargo Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fargo's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
May 2
First fall frost
October 1
Annual precipitation
25.02"
Heating degree days
8,739
Cooling degree days
591
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan0.2°18.3°0.76"
Feb5°23.5°0.61"
Mar18.8°36.4°1.34"
Apr33.2°55.9°1.59"
May46.4°69.1°3.16"
Jun56°77.4°4.13"
Jul60.8°82.4°3.21"
Aug58.9°81.4°2.67"
Sep48.9°70.8°2.94"
Oct35.4°55.5°2.6"
Nov21.2°36.9°1.15"
Dec6.2°22°0.86"

NOAA station data 4.13 miles from Fargo.

Permits & Regulations in ND

No permit typically required

  • Lawn services that apply pesticides for hire in North Dakota need commercially certified applicators
  • Mowing and general yard care without pesticides need no state license
  • Ask whether weed and pest treatments are applied by a certified applicator

License required: ND commercial pesticide applicator certification for chemical applications

Sources: www.ndda.nd.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Fargo

How much does landscaping cost in Fargo?

Mulch installation in Fargo typically runs $345-$1035 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Fargo?

We track 3 landscaping companies serving Fargo.

When is the best time to plant in Fargo?

The last spring frost in Fargo usually falls around May 2, and the first fall frost around October 1. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Fargo more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Fargo runs about +15% versus the national average.

How much rain does Fargo get for new plantings?

Fargo averages 25.02 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Fargo summers?

With summer highs near 82F in Fargo, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Fargo, ND?

In ND, Lawn services that apply pesticides for hire in North Dakota need commercially certified applicators. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Fargo.

How cold do Fargo winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 0F in Fargo set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.