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Lawn Care in Wilmington, NC

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $37–$66.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Wilmington

  1. 1.Turf Team LLC

    5.0★ (146 reviews)

    5.0★ from 146 reviews

    +19108333808Website

  2. 2.Lee's Landscaping

    5.0★ (76 reviews)

    5.0★ from 76 reviews

    +19196270313Website

  3. 3.Bowman's Best Lawn Care

    4.4★ (96 reviews)

    4.4★ from 96 reviews

    Website

  4. 4.SeaFoam-Greens: Lawn & Junk

    4.9★ (54 reviews)

    4.9★ from 54 reviews

    +19102397936Website

  5. 5.Elite Landscape, LLC

    4.9★ (45 reviews)

    4.9★ from 45 reviews

    +19102024935

  6. 6.Stratas Scapes | Landscape Design, Hardscapes, Irrigation & Maintenance

    4.6★ (54 reviews)

    4.6★ from 54 reviews

    +19105079572Website

  7. 7.Thomas Lawn Care

    4.7★ (42 reviews)

    4.7★ from 42 reviews

    +19107425195

  8. 8.Levy's Landscaping

    4.3★ (56 reviews)

    4.3★ from 56 reviews

    +19104317814Website

  9. 9.Lawn Lads

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +19173017435

Lawn Care Cost in Wilmington

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

ServiceTypical range in Wilmington
Weekly mowing$37–$66/visit
Fertilization$56–$112/application
Aeration$94–$187/job

Lawn Care prices in Wilmington run about 6% 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 Wilmington, rated 4.8★ on average across 582 customer reviews.

Wilmington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Wilmington's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
March 17
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
57.61"
Heating degree days
2,412
Cooling degree days
2,044
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan35.6°56.4°3.76"
Feb37.9°59.9°3.62"
Mar43.8°66.4°4.21"
Apr51.6°74.2°2.82"
May60°80.7°4.49"
Jun68.7°86.9°5.18"
Jul72.6°89.7°7.48"
Aug71.3°88.1°7.41"
Sep65.6°83.7°7.84"
Oct54.6°75.7°3.89"
Nov45.4°68°3.29"
Dec37.8°59.3°3.62"

NOAA station data 4.06 miles from Wilmington.

Permits & Regulations in NC

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide applicators must be licensed by the NC Department of Agriculture
  • Some municipalities restrict irrigation during declared drought stages

License required: NCDA&CS pesticide applicator license

Sources: www.ncagr.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Wilmington

How much does lawn mowing cost in Wilmington?

Weekly mowing in Wilmington typically runs $37-$66 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Wilmington?

Grass in Wilmington greens up after the last frost near March 17.

How often should I mow in Wilmington?

Given Wilmington rainfall of 57.61 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in NC?

Yes — Commercial pesticide applicators must be licensed by the NC Department of Agriculture. This affects Wilmington lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Wilmington?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving Wilmington.

When should I aerate in Wilmington?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 19, works best in Wilmington.

Does grass grow year-round in Wilmington?

With 2,044 cooling degree days and winter lows near 36F, Wilmington lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Wilmington lawns need?

At 57.61 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 90F, Wilmington lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.