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Landscaping in Columbus, OH

Compare 5 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $300–$899.

Top Landscaping Companies in Columbus

  1. 1.3 Suns of Columbus LLC

    4.9★ (71 reviews)

    4.9★ from 71 reviews

  2. 2.Swoger Outdoors

    4.9★ (38 reviews)

    4.9★ from 38 reviews

  3. 3.Ottawa Landscapes

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

  4. 4.Non-Stop Lawn Care Ltd.

    4.9★ (17 reviews)

    4.9★ from 17 reviews

  5. 5.Delta Landscape Company

    4.7★ (14 reviews)

    4.7★ from 14 reviews

Landscaping Cost in Columbus

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbus
Mulch installation$300–$899/job
Planting and bed design$400–$1,499/job
Yard cleanup$200–$599/job
Patio or hardscape$2,997–$8,991/job

Landscaping prices in Columbus run about 0% 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 Columbus, rated 4.9★ on average across 162 customer reviews.

Columbus Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbus's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 15
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
39.31"
Heating degree days
5,250
Cooling degree days
1,034
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.6°36.5°2.73"
Feb25°40.6°2.25"
Mar32.7°51.1°3.02"
Apr42.6°63.5°3.4"
May52.2°72.9°4.17"
Jun61.5°81.6°4.01"
Jul65.5°84.9°4.79"
Aug64.1°83.7°3.32"
Sep56.5°77°2.84"
Oct45°65.1°2.61"
Nov36.1°52.6°3.2"
Dec26.8°40.1°2.97"

NOAA station data 5.73 miles from Columbus.

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 Columbus

How much does landscaping cost in Columbus?

Mulch installation in Columbus typically runs $300-$899 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Columbus?

We track 5 landscaping companies serving Columbus.

When is the best time to plant in Columbus?

The last spring frost in Columbus usually falls around April 15, and the first fall frost around October 26. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Columbus more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Columbus runs about -0.1% versus the national average.

How much rain does Columbus get for new plantings?

Columbus averages 39.31 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Columbus summers?

With summer highs near 85F in Columbus, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Columbus, 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 Columbus.

How cold do Columbus winters get for landscaping?

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