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Landscaping in Ocala, FL

Compare 9 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $273–$819.

Top Landscaping Companies in Ocala

  1. 1.Massey Services GreenUP Lawn Care Service

    4.0★ (90 reviews)

    4.0★ from 90 reviews

  2. 2.Claudio Landscaping & Pressure Wash

    5.0★ (32 reviews)

    5.0★ from 32 reviews

  3. 3.Bamboo Express Ocala

    5.0★ (32 reviews)

    5.0★ from 32 reviews

  4. 4.Wildman Family Lawn Service

    5.0★ (29 reviews)

    5.0★ from 29 reviews

  5. 5.Landscaping Under the Son

    5.0★ (12 reviews)

    5.0★ from 12 reviews

  6. 6.Lady Bug Landscaping & Design

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  7. 7.Budget Landscaping

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

  8. 8.Sun State Landscaping of North

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

  9. 9.Faith Landscaping

Landscaping Cost in Ocala

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

ServiceTypical range in Ocala
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 Ocala 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 9 companies serving Ocala, rated 3.9★ on average across 201 customer reviews.

Ocala Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Ocala's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
February 25
First fall frost
December 6
Annual precipitation
50.8"
Heating degree days
809
Cooling degree days
3,126
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan44.8°71.3°3.2"
Feb47.5°74.5°3.26"
Mar51.7°78.9°4.56"
Apr56.2°84°2.4"
May63.2°89.8°2.92"
Jun69.7°92.2°7.42"
Jul71.4°93.2°6.92"
Aug71.6°92.6°6.32"
Sep69.2°90.5°6.08"
Oct61.8°85.3°3.03"
Nov53.5°78.6°2.12"
Dec47°72.6°2.57"

NOAA station data 4.52 miles from Ocala.

Permits & Regulations in FL

No permit typically required

  • Commercial lawn and ornamental pesticide application requires a FDACS pesticide applicator license
  • FDACS also administers a Limited Lawn and Ornamental certification for operators whose work is confined to that category
  • Many Florida counties enforce seasonal fertilizer blackout periods to limit nutrient runoff

License required: FDACS pesticide applicator license (lawn and ornamental)

Sources: www.fdacs.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Ocala

How much does landscaping cost in Ocala?

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

How many landscapers serve Ocala?

We track 9 landscaping companies serving Ocala.

When is the best time to plant in Ocala?

The last spring frost in Ocala usually falls around February 25, and the first fall frost around December 6. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Ocala more expensive than average?

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

How much rain does Ocala get for new plantings?

Ocala averages 50.8 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Ocala summers?

With summer highs near 93F in Ocala, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Ocala, FL?

In FL, Commercial lawn and ornamental pesticide application requires a FDACS pesticide applicator license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Ocala.

How cold do Ocala winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 45F in Ocala set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.