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Landscaping in Newark, NJ

Compare 7 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $349–$1047.

Top Landscaping Companies in Newark

  1. 1.HonMex Landscaping

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

  2. 2.Botanik Garden Co

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  3. 3.️ Plowz & Mowz - Snow Plowing and Lawn Care Service ️

    2.1★ (8 reviews)

    2.1★ from 8 reviews

  4. 4.Lynx Multiservices Solutions

  5. 5.Juale garden llc

  6. 6.Marin's Landscaping

  7. 7.virgil outdoor services

Landscaping Cost in Newark

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

ServiceTypical range in Newark
Mulch installation$349–$1,047/job
Planting and bed design$465–$1,745/job
Yard cleanup$233–$698/job
Patio or hardscape$3,489–$10,467/job

Landscaping prices in Newark run about 16% 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 7 companies serving Newark, rated 4.0★ on average across 24 customer reviews.

Newark Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Newark's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 2
First fall frost
November 9
Annual precipitation
46.25"
Heating degree days
4,870
Cooling degree days
1,190
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan24.5°38.8°3.54"
Feb26.9°42.3°2.88"
Mar33.6°50.7°4.18"
Apr43.7°62°4.2"
May53.3°72.1°4.09"
Jun63.3°81.5°4.02"
Jul68.7°86°4.76"
Aug67.5°84.1°3.7"
Sep59.7°76.7°3.82"
Oct48°65.3°3.6"
Nov39°54.6°3.65"
Dec29.6°43.5°3.81"

NOAA station data 2.87 miles from Newark.

Permits & Regulations in NJ

No permit typically required

  • Fertilizer application is restricted between Nov 15 and Mar 1 under the NJ fertilizer law
  • Commercial fertilizer applicators must be certified by NJDEP

License required: NJDEP fertilizer applicator certification

Sources: www.nj.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Newark

How much does landscaping cost in Newark?

Mulch installation in Newark typically runs $349-$1047 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Newark?

We track 7 landscaping companies serving Newark.

When is the best time to plant in Newark?

The last spring frost in Newark usually falls around April 2, and the first fall frost around November 9. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Newark more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Newark runs about +16.3% versus the national average.

How much rain does Newark get for new plantings?

Newark averages 46.25 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Newark summers?

With summer highs near 86F in Newark, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Newark, NJ?

In NJ, Fertilizer application is restricted between Nov 15 and Mar 1 under the NJ fertilizer law. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Newark.

How cold do Newark winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 25F in Newark set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.