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Landscaping in San Antonio, TX

Compare 11 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $273–$819.

Top Landscaping Companies in San Antonio

  1. 1.Lawn Love Lawn Care of San Antonio

    4.5★ (476 reviews)

    4.5★ from 476 reviews

    +12108024223Website

  2. 2.Brunts Services LLC

    5.0★ (51 reviews)

    5.0★ from 51 reviews

    +18332278687Website

  3. 3.JOE'S TREE SERVICE

    4.6★ (41 reviews)

    4.6★ from 41 reviews

    +12103555345Website

  4. 4.Rivera's Lawn Services

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +12104521902

  5. 5.American Lawn and Garden LLC

    4.5★ (11 reviews)

    4.5★ from 11 reviews

    +13467041501

  6. 6.Hillside Lawn & Landscapes

    4.9★ (7 reviews)

    4.9★ from 7 reviews

    +12104616003

  7. 7.A Cut Above Tree & Landscaping, LLC

    4.2★ (10 reviews)

    4.2★ from 10 reviews

    +12102844151Website

  8. 8.Affordable lawn care llc

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +12109887191

  9. 9.Gabe's Lawncare and Handyman Services

    3.4★ (5 reviews)

    3.4★ from 5 reviews

    +12105049431

  10. 10.Seven Oaks Lawn Svc

    2.8★ (6 reviews)

    2.8★ from 6 reviews

    +12106568012

  11. 11.He Who Creates Landscape LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12106096104

Landscaping Cost in San Antonio

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

ServiceTypical range in San Antonio
Mulch installation$273–$819/job
Planting and bed design$364–$1,365/job
Yard cleanup$182–$546/job
Patio or hardscape$2,730–$8,190/job

Landscaping prices in San Antonio run about 9% 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 11 companies serving San Antonio, rated 4.4★ on average across 620 customer reviews.

San Antonio Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Antonio's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
February 28
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
34.86"
Heating degree days
1,607
Cooling degree days
2,879
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.6°62.7°1.93"
Feb42.1°66.8°1.98"
Mar49.7°73°2.34"
Apr56.7°80.2°1.99"
May65.5°85.6°4.45"
Jun71.6°91.1°4.49"
Jul73.5°93.6°2.71"
Aug73.5°94.8°2.34"
Sep68.1°89.8°3.33"
Oct58.6°81.4°4.45"
Nov48.9°71.9°2.72"
Dec39.7°63.5°2.13"

NOAA station data 3.16 miles from San Antonio.

Permits & Regulations in TX

No permit typically required

  • Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a Texas Department of Agriculture commercial applicator license
  • Lawn and ornamental work is a distinct license category from structural pest control
  • Many Texas municipalities enforce watering-day restrictions during declared drought stages

License required: Texas Department of Agriculture commercial applicator license (lawn and ornamental)

Sources: texasagriculture.gov

Landscaping FAQs for San Antonio

How much does landscaping cost in San Antonio?

Mulch installation in San Antonio typically runs $273-$819 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve San Antonio?

We track 11 landscaping companies serving San Antonio.

When is the best time to plant in San Antonio?

The last spring frost in San Antonio usually falls around February 28, and the first fall frost around November 30. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in San Antonio more expensive than average?

Landscaping in San Antonio runs about -9% versus the national average.

How much rain does San Antonio get for new plantings?

San Antonio averages 34.86 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive San Antonio summers?

With summer highs near 95F in San Antonio, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in San Antonio, TX?

In TX, Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a Texas Department of Agriculture commercial applicator license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in San Antonio.

How cold do San Antonio winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 40F in San Antonio set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.