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Landscaping in Charleston, SC

Compare 7 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $289–$867.

Top Landscaping Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Lowcountry Landscaping and Contracting

    5.0★ (39 reviews)

    5.0★ from 39 reviews

    +18433712151Website

  2. 2.Forever Green Inc

    4.4★ (65 reviews)

    4.4★ from 65 reviews

    +18438845221Website

  3. 3.Linda Greenberg Landscape & Design

    4.9★ (32 reviews)

    4.9★ from 32 reviews

    +18435806008Website

  4. 4.Charleston Landscape LLC

    4.8★ (25 reviews)

    4.8★ from 25 reviews

    +18432967592Website

  5. 5.Moonlighting Landscape Lighting Systems

    5.0★ (18 reviews)

    5.0★ from 18 reviews

    +18438533221Website

  6. 6.Sunshine Landscape & Design

    4.6★ (10 reviews)

    4.6★ from 10 reviews

    +18438679614Website

  7. 7.Landscaping Down South

    +18437903000

Landscaping Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Mulch installation$289–$867/job
Planting and bed design$385–$1,445/job
Yard cleanup$193–$578/job
Patio or hardscape$2,889–$8,667/job

Landscaping prices in Charleston run about 4% 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 7 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.8★ on average across 189 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

No permit typically required

  • Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a Pesticide Business License from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation
  • South Carolina's pesticide regulator is Clemson rather than a state agency office
  • Landscaping work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated falls under Residential Specialty Contractor registration

License required: SC Pesticide Business License (Clemson DPR)

Sources: www.clemson.edu

Landscaping FAQs for Charleston

How much does landscaping cost in Charleston?

Mulch installation in Charleston typically runs $289-$867 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Charleston?

We track 7 landscaping companies serving Charleston.

When is the best time to plant in Charleston?

The last spring frost in Charleston usually falls around February 6, and the first fall frost around December 23. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Charleston more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Charleston runs about -3.7% versus the national average.

How much rain does Charleston get for new plantings?

Charleston averages 44.42 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Charleston summers?

With summer highs near 88F in Charleston, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Charleston, SC?

In SC, Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a Pesticide Business License from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Charleston.

How cold do Charleston winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 43F in Charleston set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.