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Landscaping in Cincinnati, OH

Compare 12 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $296–$887.

Top Landscaping Companies in Cincinnati

  1. 1.Lia's Landscaping

    4.9★ (48 reviews)

    4.9★ from 48 reviews

  2. 2.Hyde Park Landscape & Tree Service.

    4.2★ (20 reviews)

    4.2★ from 20 reviews

  3. 3.Sam Ham Landscaping

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

  4. 4.M & M Landscape

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  5. 5.Stefani Landscaping & Grounds

    3.4★ (8 reviews)

    3.4★ from 8 reviews

  6. 6.BOTANICS Landscaping

    4.5★ (4 reviews)

    4.5★ from 4 reviews

  7. 7.J/R Painting and More

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  8. 8.Accent Landscapes

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  9. 9.Grasshopper Landscaping

    2.3★ (3 reviews)

    2.3★ from 3 reviews

  10. 10.Artistry Landscaping

  11. 11.Zech Lawn and Landscape

  12. 12.Landscaping Cincinnati

Landscaping Cost in Cincinnati

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

ServiceTypical range in Cincinnati
Mulch installation$296–$887/job
Planting and bed design$394–$1,479/job
Yard cleanup$197–$592/job
Patio or hardscape$2,958–$8,874/job

Landscaping prices in Cincinnati 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 12 companies serving Cincinnati, rated 4.4★ on average across 94 customer reviews.

Cincinnati Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Cincinnati's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
41.94"
Heating degree days
4,957
Cooling degree days
1,067
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.4°40.1°2.82"
Feb24.9°44.7°2.54"
Mar32.6°54.7°3.88"
Apr41.9°66.1°3.86"
May51.5°74.9°5.03"
Jun60.5°83°4.05"
Jul64.7°86.6°3.86"
Aug63.2°85.8°3.61"
Sep55.1°79.2°2.83"
Oct43.3°67.6°3.11"
Nov34.3°55.5°3.2"
Dec25.9°43.2°3.15"

NOAA station data 5.36 miles from Cincinnati.

Permits & Regulations in OH

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide application requires an Ohio Department of Agriculture license
  • Fertilizer applicators covering more than 50 acres need certification

License required: ODA pesticide applicator license

Sources: agri.ohio.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Cincinnati

How much does landscaping cost in Cincinnati?

Mulch installation in Cincinnati typically runs $296-$887 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Cincinnati?

We track 12 landscaping companies serving Cincinnati.

When is the best time to plant in Cincinnati?

The last spring frost in Cincinnati usually falls around April 16, and the first fall frost around October 21. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Cincinnati more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Cincinnati runs about -1.4% versus the national average.

How much rain does Cincinnati get for new plantings?

Cincinnati averages 41.94 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Cincinnati summers?

With summer highs near 87F in Cincinnati, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Cincinnati, OH?

In OH, Commercial pesticide application requires an Ohio Department of Agriculture license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Cincinnati.

How cold do Cincinnati winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 22F in Cincinnati set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.