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Landscaping in Fort Collins, CO

Compare 5 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $340–$1020.

Top Landscaping Companies in Fort Collins

  1. 1.All Terrain Landscaping - Fort Collins

    4.8★ (389 reviews)

    4.8★ from 389 reviews

    +19703041183Website

  2. 2.Precision Landscape and Maintenance

    4.6★ (88 reviews)

    4.6★ from 88 reviews

    +19706695280Website

  3. 3.American Landscape LLC

    4.6★ (33 reviews)

    4.6★ from 33 reviews

    +19704040952Website

  4. 4.D3 Landscaping and Maintenance

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

    +19709808745Website

  5. 5.Wolff Lawn Care

    3.2★ (11 reviews)

    3.2★ from 11 reviews

    +19703772525

Landscaping Cost in Fort Collins

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

ServiceTypical range in Fort Collins
Mulch installation$340–$1,020/job
Planting and bed design$453–$1,700/job
Yard cleanup$227–$680/job
Patio or hardscape$3,399–$10,197/job

Landscaping prices in Fort Collins run about 13% 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 5 companies serving Fort Collins, rated 4.4★ on average across 536 customer reviews.

Fort Collins Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fort Collins's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,918
Cooling degree days
569
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.9°44.2°0.4"
Feb20.9°46.5°0.4"
Mar28.2°54.7°1.59"
Apr35.5°62.2°2.06"
May44.5°71.1°2.43"
Jun52.6°80.4°2.17"
Jul58.5°86.6°1.71"
Aug56.7°84°1.6"
Sep47.5°75.9°1.33"
Oct36.4°63.9°1.15"
Nov25.9°51.4°0.76"
Dec17.7°42.8°0.5"

NOAA station data 2.23 miles from Fort Collins.

Permits & Regulations in CO

No permit typically required

  • Applying lawn or ornamental pesticides for hire requires a Colorado Department of Agriculture commercial applicator business license
  • A qualified supervisor licensed in the turf and ornamental category must be linked to the business
  • Front Range water providers enforce watering-day restrictions that set irrigation schedules

License required: Colorado Department of Agriculture commercial applicator business license (turf and ornamental)

Sources: ag.colorado.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Fort Collins

How much does landscaping cost in Fort Collins?

Mulch installation in Fort Collins typically runs $340-$1020 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Fort Collins?

We track 5 landscaping companies serving Fort Collins.

When is the best time to plant in Fort Collins?

The last spring frost in Fort Collins usually falls around April 30, and the first fall frost around October 5. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Fort Collins more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Fort Collins runs about +13.3% versus the national average.

How much rain does Fort Collins get for new plantings?

Fort Collins averages 16.1 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Fort Collins summers?

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

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Fort Collins, CO?

In CO, Applying lawn or ornamental pesticides for hire requires a Colorado Department of Agriculture commercial applicator business license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Fort Collins.

How cold do Fort Collins winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 18F in Fort Collins set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.