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Landscaping in Cleveland, OH

Compare 5 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $293–$879.

Top Landscaping Companies in Cleveland

  1. 1.Jrock Landscaping Inc

    4.7★ (12 reviews)

    4.7★ from 12 reviews

  2. 2.The Ohio Landscaping Lawn Care Company

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

  3. 3.Shy Clean & Cut LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  4. 4.Freeman Lawn Care LLC

  5. 5.Lanhan Contractors Inc

Landscaping Cost in Cleveland

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

ServiceTypical range in Cleveland
Mulch installation$293–$879/job
Planting and bed design$391–$1,466/job
Yard cleanup$195–$586/job
Patio or hardscape$2,931–$8,793/job

Landscaping prices in Cleveland run about 2% 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 Cleveland, rated 4.9★ on average across 23 customer reviews.

Cleveland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Cleveland's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 7
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
36.35"
Heating degree days
5,438
Cooling degree days
949
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan23.4°35.1°1.73"
Feb26.1°38°1.79"
Mar31.3°46.2°2.2"
Apr42.3°57.4°3.25"
May53.5°67.7°3.79"
Jun62.5°78°3.59"
Jul67.8°82.1°3.88"
Aug67.2°79.7°3.88"
Sep59.6°73.4°3.53"
Oct48.8°62.5°2.77"
Nov39.6°51.4°3.3"
Dec29.2°39.4°2.64"

NOAA station data 3.31 miles from Cleveland.

Permits & Regulations in OH

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide application requires an Ohio Department of Agriculture license
  • Fertilizer applicators covering more than 50 acres need certification

License required: ODA pesticide applicator license

Sources: agri.ohio.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Cleveland

How much does landscaping cost in Cleveland?

Mulch installation in Cleveland typically runs $293-$879 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Cleveland?

We track 5 landscaping companies serving Cleveland.

When is the best time to plant in Cleveland?

The last spring frost in Cleveland usually falls around April 7, and the first fall frost around November 10. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Cleveland more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Cleveland runs about -2.3% versus the national average.

How much rain does Cleveland get for new plantings?

Cleveland averages 36.35 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Cleveland summers?

With summer highs near 82F in Cleveland, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Cleveland, OH?

In OH, Commercial pesticide application requires an Ohio Department of Agriculture license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Cleveland.

How cold do Cleveland winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 23F in Cleveland set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.