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Landscaping in Kansas City, MO

Compare 6 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $318–$953.

Top Landscaping Companies in Kansas City

  1. 1.Quality Lawn & Landscape Bros.

    4.9★ (100 reviews)

    4.9★ from 100 reviews

    +18163238173Website

  2. 2.Yard Man LLC

    4.9★ (68 reviews)

    4.9★ from 68 reviews

    +18168440375Website

  3. 3.Urban Diamond Lawn

    4.9★ (55 reviews)

    4.9★ from 55 reviews

    +18164004117Website

  4. 4.Pro Mow Lawn Care

    4.3★ (18 reviews)

    4.3★ from 18 reviews

    +18164573740Website

  5. 5.NLLP Lawn Care

    4.6★ (8 reviews)

    4.6★ from 8 reviews

    Website

  6. 6.Prime Cut Lawn and Landscaping LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +14027183536

Landscaping Cost in Kansas City

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

ServiceTypical range in Kansas City
Mulch installation$318–$953/job
Planting and bed design$424–$1,589/job
Yard cleanup$212–$635/job
Patio or hardscape$3,177–$9,531/job

Landscaping prices in Kansas City run about 6% 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 6 companies serving Kansas City, rated 4.8★ on average across 250 customer reviews.

Kansas City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Kansas City's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 4
First fall frost
November 1
Annual precipitation
39.06"
Heating degree days
4,686
Cooling degree days
1,673
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.4°39.5°1.14"
Feb26.3°44.6°1.48"
Mar35.8°56.2°2.15"
Apr46.6°66.7°3.71"
May57.1°75.9°5.13"
Jun66.7°85°5.52"
Jul72°90.1°3.97"
Aug70.2°88.6°4.39"
Sep60.5°80°4.16"
Oct48.9°67.8°3.52"
Nov36.6°54.2°2.14"
Dec25.6°41.8°1.75"

NOAA station data 1.86 miles from Kansas City.

Permits & Regulations in MO

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide applicators must be certified by the Missouri Department of Agriculture

License required: MDA pesticide applicator certification

Sources: agriculture.mo.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Kansas City

How much does landscaping cost in Kansas City?

Mulch installation in Kansas City typically runs $318-$953 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Kansas City?

We track 6 landscaping companies serving Kansas City.

When is the best time to plant in Kansas City?

The last spring frost in Kansas City usually falls around April 4, and the first fall frost around November 1. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Kansas City more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Kansas City runs about +5.9% versus the national average.

How much rain does Kansas City get for new plantings?

Kansas City averages 39.06 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Kansas City summers?

With summer highs near 90F in Kansas City, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Kansas City, MO?

In MO, Commercial pesticide applicators must be certified by the Missouri Department of Agriculture. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Kansas City.

How cold do Kansas City winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 22F in Kansas City set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.