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Landscaping in Grand Rapids, MI

Compare 5 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $287–$861.

Top Landscaping Companies in Grand Rapids

  1. 1.E-Green Services LLC

    4.8★ (48 reviews)

    4.8★ from 48 reviews

    +16169164903Website

  2. 2.Camp Landscape Management LLC

    4.9★ (29 reviews)

    4.9★ from 29 reviews

    +16163084862Website

  3. 3.JZ Landscape

    4.5★ (31 reviews)

    4.5★ from 31 reviews

    +16167178154

  4. 4.Lynema Lawn & Landscaping

    4.3★ (17 reviews)

    4.3★ from 17 reviews

    +16164608858Website

  5. 5.Jay's Lawn Care and snowplowing

    4.7★ (13 reviews)

    4.7★ from 13 reviews

    +16162477858

Landscaping Cost in Grand Rapids

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

ServiceTypical range in Grand Rapids
Mulch installation$287–$861/job
Planting and bed design$383–$1,436/job
Yard cleanup$191–$574/job
Patio or hardscape$2,871–$8,613/job

Landscaping prices in Grand Rapids run about 4% 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 5 companies serving Grand Rapids, rated 4.6★ on average across 138 customer reviews.

Grand Rapids Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Grand Rapids's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 15
Annual precipitation
38.27"
Heating degree days
6,485
Cooling degree days
698
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.1°30.7°2.09"
Feb19.9°33.7°1.79"
Mar26.9°44.4°2.37"
Apr37.7°58.2°3.35"
May47.8°69.5°3.98"
Jun57.7°79°3.77"
Jul62.2°82.8°3.78"
Aug61°80.6°3.59"
Sep52.7°73°4.28"
Oct41.8°60.3°3.26"
Nov33°47.3°3.51"
Dec23.5°34.8°2.5"

NOAA station data 8.65 miles from Grand Rapids.

Permits & Regulations in MI

No permit typically required

  • Lawn pesticide application for hire requires an MDARD commercial applicator certification or registered applicator credential
  • The business itself must additionally hold a pesticide application business licence
  • Registered applicator credentials carry a lower fee than full certification and are renewed on the same three-year cycle

License required: MDARD commercial or registered applicator plus pesticide business license

Sources: www.michigan.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Grand Rapids

How much does landscaping cost in Grand Rapids?

Mulch installation in Grand Rapids typically runs $287-$861 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Grand Rapids?

We track 5 landscaping companies serving Grand Rapids.

When is the best time to plant in Grand Rapids?

The last spring frost in Grand Rapids usually falls around April 27, and the first fall frost around October 15. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Grand Rapids more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Grand Rapids runs about -4.3% versus the national average.

How much rain does Grand Rapids get for new plantings?

Grand Rapids averages 38.27 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Grand Rapids summers?

With summer highs near 83F in Grand Rapids, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Grand Rapids, MI?

In MI, Lawn pesticide application for hire requires an MDARD commercial applicator certification or registered applicator credential. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Grand Rapids.

How cold do Grand Rapids winters get for landscaping?

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