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Landscaping in Nashville, TN

Compare 5 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $290–$871.

Top Landscaping Companies in Nashville

  1. 1.GeoScapes

    4.8★ (76 reviews)

    4.8★ from 76 reviews

    +16154478440Website

  2. 2.LawnStarter Landscaping

    4.7★ (75 reviews)

    4.7★ from 75 reviews

    +16156452722Website

  3. 3.Rock Solid Landscapes - RSL

    4.8★ (14 reviews)

    4.8★ from 14 reviews

    +19032651500Website

  4. 4.B & T Landscaping Inc

    3.0★ (14 reviews)

    3.0★ from 14 reviews

    +16157789911Website

  5. 5.Mendez Landscaping - Reliable Front Yard Landscaping and Hardscape Contractor

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16154926871Website

Landscaping Cost in Nashville

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

ServiceTypical range in Nashville
Mulch installation$290–$871/job
Planting and bed design$387–$1,452/job
Yard cleanup$194–$581/job
Patio or hardscape$2,904–$8,712/job

Landscaping prices in Nashville run about 3% 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 Nashville, rated 4.5★ on average across 180 customer reviews.

Nashville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Nashville's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
April 5
First fall frost
November 1
Annual precipitation
47.25"
Heating degree days
3,688
Cooling degree days
1,647
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan28.4°46.9°3.75"
Feb31.6°51.8°3.94"
Mar39°61°4.11"
Apr47.5°70.5°4"
May56.8°78.2°5.5"
Jun65.4°86°4.14"
Jul69.5°89.3°3.64"
Aug68.4°89°3.17"
Sep60.7°82.4°3.41"
Oct48.9°71.7°3.04"
Nov39.4°60.3°4.31"
Dec31.3°49.5°4.24"

NOAA station data 6.86 miles from Nashville.

Permits & Regulations in TN

No permit typically required

  • A pest control charter from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture is required for each location offering custom lawn pesticide application
  • A charter requires a $10,000 surety bond and liability insurance of at least $250,000 per incident and $500,000 aggregate
  • Lawn and ornamental application is a separate certification category from structural pest control

License required: Tennessee Department of Agriculture pest control charter (lawn and ornamental)

Sources: www.tn.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Nashville

How much does landscaping cost in Nashville?

Mulch installation in Nashville typically runs $290-$871 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Nashville?

We track 5 landscaping companies serving Nashville.

When is the best time to plant in Nashville?

The last spring frost in Nashville usually falls around April 5, 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 Nashville more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Nashville runs about -3.2% versus the national average.

How much rain does Nashville get for new plantings?

Nashville averages 47.25 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Nashville summers?

With summer highs near 89F in Nashville, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Nashville, TN?

In TN, A pest control charter from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture is required for each location offering custom lawn pesticide application. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Nashville.

How cold do Nashville winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 28F in Nashville set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.