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Landscaping in Rochester, NY

Compare 6 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $304–$913.

Top Landscaping Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.Birchcrest Tree & Landscape

    4.0★ (472 reviews)

    4.0★ from 472 reviews

    +15852883572Website

  2. 2.THM Property Maintenance llc

    4.7★ (29 reviews)

    4.7★ from 29 reviews

    +15852951602Website

  3. 3.High Falls Property Care

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +15852679836Website

  4. 4.DeMeyer Lawn and Landscape

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +15859436025

  5. 5.Josh’s landscaping services

    +15855209455

  6. 6.NMG landcapes and patio

Landscaping Cost in Rochester

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

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
Mulch installation$304–$913/job
Planting and bed design$406–$1,521/job
Yard cleanup$203–$608/job
Patio or hardscape$3,042–$9,126/job

Landscaping prices in Rochester run about 1% 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 Rochester, rated 4.7★ on average across 508 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Rochester's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

Permits & Regulations in NY

No permit typically required

  • Mowing and maintenance need no state licence, but applying pesticides for hire requires NYSDEC applicator certification
  • Fertilizer containing more than 0.67 percent phosphorus may only be used when establishing a new lawn or when a soil test shows it is needed
  • Weed and feed products fall under the state Dishwasher Detergent and Nutrient Runoff Law

License required: None for mowing; NYSDEC applicator certification for pesticide application

Sources: dec.ny.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Rochester

How much does landscaping cost in Rochester?

Mulch installation in Rochester typically runs $304-$913 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Rochester?

We track 6 landscaping companies serving Rochester.

When is the best time to plant in Rochester?

The last spring frost in Rochester usually falls around April 27, and the first fall frost around October 17. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Rochester more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Rochester runs about +1.4% versus the national average.

How much rain does Rochester get for new plantings?

Rochester averages 34.27 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Rochester summers?

With summer highs near 81F in Rochester, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Rochester, NY?

In NY, Mowing and maintenance need no state licence, but applying pesticides for hire requires NYSDEC applicator certification. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Rochester.

How cold do Rochester winters get for landscaping?

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