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Landscaping in Tallahassee, FL

Compare 10 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $272–$817.

Top Landscaping Companies in Tallahassee

  1. 1.Tally Edges Lawn Care LLC

    5.0★ (145 reviews)

    5.0★ from 145 reviews

  2. 2.Prolawns and Landscape Inc.

    4.3★ (79 reviews)

    4.3★ from 79 reviews

  3. 3.Firefly Landscape & Design

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

  4. 4.C & A Landscape Maintenance LLC

    4.1★ (28 reviews)

    4.1★ from 28 reviews

  5. 5.All Pro Landscaping

    4.1★ (20 reviews)

    4.1★ from 20 reviews

  6. 6.John Hurst Outdoor Services, LLC

    4.8★ (12 reviews)

    4.8★ from 12 reviews

  7. 7.Hart Lawn Care Inc

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

  8. 8.P & P Lawn & Landscaping Inc

    3.9★ (8 reviews)

    3.9★ from 8 reviews

  9. 9.Mae’s lawn maintenance and landscaping

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  10. 10.Suzanne Diambra Landscaping

Landscaping Cost in Tallahassee

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

ServiceTypical range in Tallahassee
Mulch installation$272–$817/job
Planting and bed design$363–$1,362/job
Yard cleanup$182–$545/job
Patio or hardscape$2,724–$8,172/job

Landscaping prices in Tallahassee 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 10 companies serving Tallahassee, rated 4.6★ on average across 316 customer reviews.

Tallahassee Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Tallahassee's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
March 18
First fall frost
November 18
Annual precipitation
59.23"
Heating degree days
1,596
Cooling degree days
2,592
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39°63.5°4.34"
Feb41.9°67.5°4.85"
Mar47.1°73.8°5.94"
Apr52.3°79.9°3.06"
May61.6°87°3.47"
Jun69.5°91°7.73"
Jul72°92.1°7.17"
Aug72.1°91.5°7.35"
Sep68.1°88.4°4.69"
Oct57.3°81.4°3.23"
Nov47.5°73°3.5"
Dec41.1°65.3°3.9"

NOAA station data 7.21 miles from Tallahassee.

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 Tallahassee

How much does landscaping cost in Tallahassee?

Mulch installation in Tallahassee typically runs $272-$817 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Tallahassee?

We track 10 landscaping companies serving Tallahassee.

When is the best time to plant in Tallahassee?

The last spring frost in Tallahassee usually falls around March 18, and the first fall frost around November 18. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Tallahassee more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Tallahassee runs about -9.2% versus the national average.

How much rain does Tallahassee get for new plantings?

Tallahassee averages 59.23 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Tallahassee summers?

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

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

How cold do Tallahassee winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 39F in Tallahassee set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.