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Landscaping in Columbia, SC

Compare 6 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $277–$832.

Top Landscaping Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.Lawn Love Lawn Care of Columbia

    4.7★ (338 reviews)

    4.7★ from 338 reviews

    +18036362702Website

  2. 2.Emanuel's landscaping & lawn care

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +18036612181Website

  3. 3.We Fix Lawns and Gardens

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +18032002062Website

  4. 4.Columbia Landscaping and Lawn Care

    4.4★ (7 reviews)

    4.4★ from 7 reviews

    +18032540818Website

  5. 5.Clark Landscaping Co

    1.0★ (2 reviews)

    1.0★ from 2 reviews

    +18032549860

  6. 6.Trimline Lawn Services, LLC

    +18037576629

Landscaping Cost in Columbia

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
Mulch installation$277–$832/job
Planting and bed design$370–$1,386/job
Yard cleanup$185–$554/job
Patio or hardscape$2,772–$8,316/job

Landscaping prices in Columbia run about 8% 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 6 companies serving Columbia, rated 4.0★ on average across 366 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

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 Columbia

How much does landscaping cost in Columbia?

Mulch installation in Columbia typically runs $277-$832 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Columbia?

We track 6 landscaping companies serving Columbia.

When is the best time to plant in Columbia?

The last spring frost in Columbia usually falls around March 23, and the first fall frost around November 15. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Columbia more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Columbia runs about -7.6% versus the national average.

How much rain does Columbia get for new plantings?

Columbia averages 44.87 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Columbia summers?

With summer highs near 92F in Columbia, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Columbia, 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 Columbia.

How cold do Columbia winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 33F in Columbia set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.