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2022 Landscaping Costs | Average Prices List

In most situations, landscaping includes designing and planning your land usage, getting the land ready, and planting or installing your desired additions. Unless you are an experienced landscape designer, it’s usually something best left to experienced professionals. Let's take a look at all the landscaping prices, including material and installation costs below.

Table Of Contents

  1. Landscaping Costs
  • Landscaping Prices
  • Landscaping Maintenance Cost
  • Landscaping Material Costs
  • Additional Backyard Landscaping Costs
  • Landscaping Costs By Type
  • Landscaping Styles
  • Landscape Design Cost
  • Types of Grass
  • New Construction Landscaping
  • Tips Before You Start
  • Selecting Your Landscaper
  • Landscaping Companies

    • Landscaping Costs

    Landscaping costs vary depending on the size of the job and how many landscapers it requires. For small jobs such as lawn care or tree service, you can expect to pay $50 to $100 per hour. For larger jobs such as landscaping installation, you can expect to pay $4 to $12 per square foot.

    Landscaping Costs
    Landscaping Average Cost
    Per Square Foot $4 – $12 per square foot
    Per Hour $50 – $100 per hour
    New Installation $3,000 – $15,950

    Landscaping Cost Per Square Foot

    On average, landscaping costs $4 to $12 per square foot after installation. Prices depend on the size of your yard, where you are located, and the complexity of the job. Labor is the biggest expense at around 80% of your total cost.

    Landscapers will charge about 115% more than the cost of the grass sod, plants, and shrubbery.

    Landscaping Costs Per Hour

    On average, landscapers charge between $50 and $100 per hour. Prices depend on the size of the job and how many Landscapers it requires. Landscaping labor costs $25 to $50 per hour per crew member. For standard lawn care, it takes a two-person crew 30 minutes to cut your lawn which comes out to about $100 an hour.

    New Landscaping Installation Cost

    The cost to landscape a new house ranges from $3,000 to $15,950 depending on the size of the yard. If you're starting from scratch, expect to pay much more than one-time projects. New landscaping installation will require four or more landscapers over several weeks with an average cost of $200 per hour including materials and labor.

    Landscaping Network says, “When deciding on a budget keep in mind that investing in professional landscaping will greatly add to the value of your home. A general rule of thumb is to spend 10% of your home's value on landscaping. So, if you have a $400,000 house, then a landscaping budget of $40,000 is appropriate.”

    Landscaping Prices

    Landscaping prices start at $300 to $800 for small maintenance tasks and range from $2,000 to $4,000 for large jobs such as sod or sprinkler installation. The average homeowner spends $3,000 to $15,950 for new landscaping installation for their home.

    Average Landscaping Prices List

    Here are the most popular landscaping projects and a price list. We'll cover each one in detail for you:

    Landscaping Prices List
    Landscaping Average Cost
    Landscaping Installation (from scratch) $3,000 - $15,950
    Lawn Seeding $300 - $700
    Sod Installation $1,100 for the sod or $3,000 installed
    Mulching Costs $200 - $500
    Fill Dirt & Topsoil Costs $150 – $600
    Artificial Turf Installation $3,000 - $10,000
    Sprinkler System Installation Cost $1,800 - $5,200
    Gravel Installation $180 - $1,800
    Landscape Curbing $800 - $1,500
    Lawn Mowing $25 - $50
    Lawn aeration costs $75 - $250
    Misting System Install $1,000 - $2,500
    Cinder block wall cost $1,500 - $6,000
    Pond Installation $2,155 and $3,218
    Water Fountain Installation $2,000
    Tree Trimming $250 - $500
    Tree Removal $12 - $13 /foot ($200 - $600 /tree)
    Lawn Grading $125 per cubic yard of dirt
    Landscape Design $50–100 per hour
    Landscaping Maintenance $100–200 per month
    Landscaping Permits Up to $1,000

    Lawn Seeding Cost

    Grass seed costs approx. $0.05/sqft, which will only cost about $100 for the same 2,000-square-foot lawn or $700 for a professional to seed your yard for you. The downside to sowing seed versus laying sod is that it is not an instant result.

    First, each type of grass has a peak seeding and growing season you might miss and then have to wait on. Then, depending on the type of grass seed you decide to sow, it can take anywhere from 5 to 30 days before the grass will germinate. Until it does, the soil has to be kept wet—not too much or the seed will wash away, and not too little or the grass will dry out and not produce a lawn you are proud of.

    Standard advice is to water the lawn every 2–3 days with even coverage, but not for too long, because then the water will continue on down past the seeds. No matter which type of grass you choose, get a good sprinkler system that provides excellent coverage and allows for scheduling, so your lawn doesn’t get forgotten about when life gets busy.

    Sod Installation Cost

    If you get grass sod installed, you will instantly have grass which will quickly blend together until you can’t see where each sod starts and stops. This instant solution is significantly more expensive than seeding a lawn because the grass has to be grown somewhere else, looked after, watered, cut up, and transported to your home before being laid down.

    Depending on where you live and the type of grass you select, sod costs about $0.55 per square foot—$1,100 just for the sod or $3,000 installed for a lawn of 2,000 square feet.

    Average Sod Prices by Type

    Sod Type Average Cost
    Bermuda Sod $0.30 - $0.75 /sqft
    Fescue Sod $0.31 - $0.63 /sqft
    St. Augustine Sod $0.20 - $0.50 /sqft
    Zoysia Sod $0.40 - $0.55 /sqft

    Planting new grass or laying sod is always a significant part of landscaping. Check out all the grass types for your landscaping project.

    Artificial Turf Installation Cost

    For many reasons—including maintenance, maintenance costs, and water conservation—many homeowners are installing synthetic grass. Imagine never needing to mow, fertilize, reseed, water, or pay for a sprinkler system.

    As LIM Home Solutions in Van Nuys, CA, says,

    “As the water supply becomes scarcer, it becomes more difficult for homeowners and landscapers to maintain natural grass lawns, with fines as high as $10,000 for illegal watering... replacing your natural lawn with artificial turf has become the more practical option.”

    Have your designer take measurements and show you some design ideas, along with all the different options possible. You will receive a 2D design layout so you can see what your finished yard will look like once the synthetic turf is installed. Artificial turf costs most homeowners $3,000 to $10,000 to install and will usually come with an 8–15-year warranty.

    Sprinkler System Installation Cost

    The cost to install a sprinkler system is $1,800 to $5,200, depending on lawn size and if you already have landscaping installed or not. Installing a drip irrigation system costs $300 to $1,200 per zone on average.

    Sprinklers are essential to keeping your landscaping investment maintained and healthy. Rather than having to take the time out of your busy day, consider getting a sprinkler system that provides great coverage and allows for easy scheduling.

    Landscape Curbing Installation Cost

    Landscape curbing creates a visually appealing look and is essential to show where one area ends and another begins. Curbing can get extensive quickly and may contain retaining walls, concrete, bricks, rock and more. Depending on the materials and extent of your curbing, you can expect to pay between $800 - $1,500 for a professional installation.

    Misting System Installation Cost

    If you live in an area with a warmer climate, a misting system is an excellent addition to the overall comfort of your new landscape. Instead of installing an awning or pergola, an outdoor misting system is one of the most natural and most effective ways to cool an outdoor area. If this sounds appealing to you, be prepared to spend $1,000 - $2,500 for installation.

    Pond Installation Cost

    Ponds are a great addition to your landscape if you don't have quite enough room for a pool but still want something exotic. Plus, guests and kids will love to see the Koi fish swim! Depending on the size, location, and materials used for your pond, you can expect to pay between $2,155 and $3,218 to have a new pond professionally installed.

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    Water Fountain Installation Cost

    To make your landscaping project complete, consider adding a water fountain. Water fountains bring a serene feeling and actually increase the value of your home. Also, the water they use is recycled, and they are low maintenance to keep running. For a professional water fountain installation, set aside at least $2,000.

    Lawn Grading Cost

    Changing the terrain through re-sloping or yard grading costs $0.40 to $2.00 per square foot or $500 to $5,000. The contractor will need to be able to get some big equipment in, and that may require removing some fencing or gates.

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    Landscaping Maintenance Cost

    For general landscaping maintenance, lawn care, gardening, and up keep, the average homeowner will spend $100 - $200/month. Expect to pay more for a company with a few employees than an individual because of overhead costs. The cost will also depend on the size of your yard, your location, and the amount of work you need to have done regularly.

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    Lawn Care Prices

    Hiring a landscaper to mow and maintain your yard, you will likely spend between $25 and $50 per visit.

    Here’s a more detailed look at lawn care prices:

    Mow Frequency 1/8 Acre 1/4 Acre 1/3 Acre 1/2 Acre 1 Acre
    Weekly $23. 66 $29.79 $42.94 $52.14 $84.56
    Biweekly $24.97 $35.05 $42.94 $63.53 $88.06
    Monthly $28.92 $38.99 $46.00 $63.97 $93.32

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    Mulching Costs

    Mulching costs between $200 and $500 per application for professional installation. If you're having trouble growing grass or just looking to spice up the flowerbeds, you'll need to mulch. Mulching feeds the soil and surrounding plants and keeps your landscape at an ideal temperature. Also, it helps retain moisture and prevents weeds from taking over.

    You can buy mulch at your local hardware store for $2 to $5 per bag (1 cubic foot). Mulch delivery can be expensive, so unless you're landscaper is already doing other projects for you it's recommended you install this yourself.

    Tree Trimming Costs

    Hiring someone to trim just one tree can cost up to $1,000, with $250 to $500 being the typical price range for trimming a tree. And keep in mind that those prices cover one-time service for just one tree. If you’ve got several trees around your house that need to be trimmed or trees must be trimmed several times a year, the bill will go up accordingly.

    Tree Removal Costs

    Tree removal is based on a price per foot, with average costs being $12–$13/foot. Expect the following:

    Height Average Cost
    Up to 25 feet
    The root system is small, and the trunk is thin.    		 $150 – $500
    25 - 75 feet
    The difference in price can vary dramatically depending on the root depth and trunk diameter.    		 $200 – $1,000
    Over 75 feet
    A crane is needed to remove huge trees, with care taken to remove root systems without damaging utility or plumbing lines nearby.     		$1,500 and up

    Landscaping Material Costs

    Here are some popular landscaping materials and their average national cost. Keep in mind these prices do not include installation.

    Landscaping Material Average Cost
    Composting $25 - $33 /yard
    Flood Lights $200 - $500 /light
    Grass Pavers $3 - $10 /sqft
    Landscape Boulders $150 /ton
    Landscape Gravel $20 - $30 /sqft
    Landscape Fabric $1.50 - $2 /sqft
    Landscape Rocks $0.05 - $0.30 /lb
    Landscape Timbers $5 - $7 /linear ft.
    Lawn Edging $1 - $5 /ft
    Lawn Fertilization $40 - $60 /application
    Lawn Replacement $1 - $2 /sqft
    Lawn Turf $5 - $20 /sqft
    Retaining Wall $15 - $20 /sqft

    Cost Of Landscaping Rocks

    The average cost of landscaping rocks is $3 to $6 per square foot depending on the rock type selected. Crushed granite and crushed stone rock costs between $1 and $3 per square foot while granite pavers and dry stack stone costs between $6 and $15 per square foot.

    Rock Type Average Cost
    Crushed Granite $1 - $3 /sqft
    Granite Pavers $6 /sqft
    Crushed Stone $1 - $2 /sqft
    Stone Steps $100 - $300 /each
    Dry Stack Stone $6 - $15 /sqft

    Including installation, you can expect to pay $15 per sq. foot for a walkway.

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    Additional Backyard Landscaping Costs

    All the following prices are for the average size of that item/installation. See HomeGuide’s other cost guides for more detailed info about installation costs on each.

    Landscaping Cost Estimator

    Landscaping Cost Estimator
    Additional Options Average Cost
    Asphalt Driveway (20' x 24') $4,200
    Concrete driveway $5,500
    Deck $7,230
    Patio $2,500
    Gazebo $1,000
    Retaining wall $4,900
    Drainage $3,200
    Sprinkler system $2,150
    Sprinkler Heads $2 - $10
    Outdoor misting $2,100
    Fountain $2,600
    Pond $2,850
    Awning $2,500
    Fencing $10 /foot
    Walkway $15 /sqft
    Retaining wall $20 /sqft
    Lighting $4,500
    Patio cover $5,500
    Outdoor fireplace $4,000
    Swimming pool $20,000+

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    Fence Material Costs

    Fence Material Average Cost
    Board Wood Fencing $8 - $13 /linear ft.
    Wood Fence $7 - $15 /linear ft.
    Board On Board Fencing $8 - $16 /panel
    Wood Picket Fencing $15 - $21 /linear ft.
    Vinyl Fencing $25 - $40 /linear ft.
    Black Vinyl-coated Chain Link Fencing $5 - $17 /linear ft.
    Electric Fencing $600 - $1,100
    Glass Fencing $61 - $87 /linear ft.
    Redwood Fencing $12 - $18 /linear ft.
    Cedar Fencing $1 - $6 /plank
    Aluminum Fencing $15 - $60 /linear ft.
    Wrought Iron Fencing $20 - $30 /linear ft.
    Chain Link Fencing $4 - $15 /linear ft.
    Split Rail Fencing $10 - $25 /linear ft.
    Stockade Fencing $8 - $15 /linear ft.
    Cyclone Fencing $5 - $20 /sqft
    Shadowbox Fencing $6 - $15 /linear ft.

    Landscaping Costs By Type

    The 3 main types of landscaping are hardscaping, softscaping, and xeriscaping. Here are their average prices for landscaping installation:

    Landscaping Costs By Type
    Landscaping Types Average Cost
    Hardscaping $2,000 to $45,000
    Softscaping $11 per square foot
    Xeriscaping $10 per square foot

    Hardscaping

    This is the industry terminology used to describe the design, planning, and implementation of non-living items in the decoration of land. This includes paths, gazebos, patios, decks, retaining walls, pergolas, etc. Depending on what needs to be constructed, the work usually involves working with materials like wood, brick, concrete, stone, and metal.

    Elements of landscaping that fall into this category will range in cost from around $2,000 to $45,000. To save money on hardscaping, consider buying prefabricated items like a readymade firepit rather than a custom-built stone one.

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    Softscaping

    The softscaping category encompasses all the vital components like plants, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds. Within softscaping, the items fall into classifications of annuals, biennials, and perennials. Each of these classifications produces flowers which will form seeds.

    Where they differ is in the typical lifespan of each category member. Softscaping works out at about $11 per square foot. To save money, buy younger plants and trees. Your yard will end up looking the same; it will just take a little longer to grow into the plan.

    Xeriscaping

    This landscaping is tailored for arid climates and allows for minimal water use. It focuses on working with plants that occur naturally in that climate type, like purple fountain grass, yellow pampas grass, Mexican feather grass, blue oat grass, autumn joy sedum, and aloe vera—all plants that have the same minimal need for water.

    When professionally installed, costs can run close to $10 per square foot, but having a professional plan out your land use could cost as little as a few hundred dollars or as much as $5,000, or higher, for a more boutique designer. Consider, though, the savings in water bills no matter who you choose to design it all.

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    A professional will visit your property and work up a plan that matches the creative vision you have for the land. Expect to pay $50–100 per hour for both the design phase and the implementation phase.

    For high-end designers, expect $10,000–$15,000 for these. Within this planning phase, there are two distinct disciplines and associated costs. In general, a landscape architect will work on areas to do with the land and hardscaping, while designers are more involved with visuals and the softscaping arena, covering plants, etc.

    What does a landscape architect do?

    Landscape architects have a university degree from a school accredited by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) in landscape architecture, and they have secured a license at the state level. The scope of their work covers architectural elements of a more structural nature, including the design of and solving issues with the following:

    Architects focus more on larger commercial projects, while designers are engaged in smaller-scale projects like residential development.

    An architect will charge about twice the price a designer will, but many landscape architect firms will have designers on staff, enabling them to be a one-stop shop for the entire design phase and eliminating the need to find two solutions.

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    What does a landscape designer do?

    While many landscape designers have taken college courses, others are self-taught or have grown up in the family business. Some designers may have an education similar to that of a landscape architect, but without the state license, they are restricted to operating as a designer.

    The Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) encourages members to engage in continued education and offers a program to certify members based on their completed projects. Ultimately, creating an outdoor space to relax in and enjoy is a worthwhile investment.

    Work with designers like Ecocentrix Landscape Architecture in Santa Monica, California. In reference to how their design work showcases their stylistic range and high quality, they say:

    “Our design of luxury residences and estates is immediately mood altering, celebrating the sensual and tactile temperament that is the fabric of landscape. We artfully engage color and light to further amplify our language of style and complement our living, breathing, palette.”

    As with any landscaping company, their portfolio can tell you a lot about the quality of their work.

    Landscaping Styles

    A landscape designer can help you narrow down your list of features to a consistent theme. It is very possible that they will be able to walk you through a range of examples to illustrate the most popular styles in landscaping, including:

    Which types of grass should I plant?

    Planting new grass or laying sod is always a major part of landscaping. It is essential to know what the differences are and how they will direct your choice in the matter.

    Of all the different types of grass that are suitable for a lawn, they generally fall into one of two categories: creeping and bunch.

    Warm climate grass

    Light foot traffic

    Heavy foot traffic

    Cool climate grass

    Light foot traffic

    Heavy foot traffic

    The state you live in will determine if you have a single grass type lawn or a blend of multiple grass types to ensure coverage throughout the year.

    Northern areas—from Northern California across to New York—will generally have a single grass planted. The zone from Southern California cutting across through north Texas and finishing in North Carolina will usually feature mixed grasses, while the area to the south won’t require a blend, but single grasses suited to the heat.

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    New Construction Landscaping

    Landscaping the yard in a newly constructed home will incur a significant cost compared to that of an improvement or enhancement of existing landscaping.

    Testing Soil Quality

    It is not uncommon for home builders to use soil of a lower quality around a new home once construction has been completed. First of all, have a soil sample tested to establish its nutritional content, composition, and acidity. All possible components will vary at different depths, so if using a DIY kit, make sure to follow the instructions regarding depth carefully before mailing off the samples.

    If the soil is determined to be too sandy, you can improve it with the introduction of between 3”–4” of well-rotted manure or other organic compost. Additionally, distribute mulch from leaves, hay, straw, bark, or wood chips around your plants to retain moisture content and to aid in cooling the soil. Enhancing an existing lawn and yard will generally include more softscaping than hardscaping.

    Landscaping Permit Cost

    Your designer and contractor should be well versed in permitting procedures and requirements because of their experience working on projects locally. Unless you are planning something truly out of the ordinary, like a tropical style space with a pool on your front lawn, you should be given permission to carry out your landscaping plans, but it is best to check. A national average for landscaping permits is $1,000. Either have your landscaper apply for them, or save a little money by doing that yourself.

    Front or back yard

    Most homes will have a similar, if not identical, setback regulation that governs the least distance for how far back from the street each house must be. Some people end up putting a lot more time, money, and effort into the land around the front of their property for the sake of street appeal, and especially to add value to the property coming up to a sale. It is likely, however, that the backyard gets the lion's share of investment in light of its level of use.

    Tips Before You Start

    When should I start my landscaping project?

    Spring is the best time of the year for most landscaping work—between April and May. This eight-week period will give plants a great start and time to build strength before the summer months approach.

    Right before fall arrives, you have another opportunity to deliver the last round of essential groundwork to prepare your property for winter. If possible, plan to have construction completed in time to take advantage of the perfect planting times.

    While hardscaping can be done during any season, the softscaping work must be completed before summer or winter, and scheduling landscapers during these busy times can be difficult. The best way around being charged premium prices would be to lock down the work dates with your chosen landscaper as soon possible.

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    How do I save money with my landscaping project?

    Consider landscaping your yard in stages. Design the whole project with your landscape designer or architect and then take care of installing your future yard one step at a time. Make sure each contractor sees the plans before doing their part so he/she can set things in place to ensure the next part of the job is smooth, such as installing all the water pipes and electrical conduits and wires.

    For example, do the electrical and water work, lay the sod, and plant the trees in year one, add or pour the patio and pathways and shrubbery in year two, and put in a pool in year three.

    State Issued Rebates

    Many state governments in warmer climates, especially California, are offering rebates to any homeowners that alter their landscaping to use less water and/or make their yards more permeable. Approval is required in advance for most of your rebates so you can know if the money has been set aside for them or not. Included are turf replacements, native plants, storm/rainwater retention, permeable hardscape, water-saving sprinklers.

    Landscaping Checklist

    1. Budget – Know your budget for the entire project, to include the planning phase as well as the implementation phase.
    2. Schedule – Allow one to two weeks for the plans to come together as you work with your chosen landscape designer, and one and a half to two and a half weeks for the average landscaping job that doesn’t include building a deck, swimming pool, reflecting pool, arbor, pergola, or significant amounts of terrain grading or alteration.
    3. Permits – Get informed on the permits or regulatory compliance, or have your contractor take care of this aspect of the project.
    4. Selection – Go through the selection process to lock down your landscape designer. Check with prospective contractors on exactly how to be the most prepared for the first meeting to make sure they can hit the ground running with your plans. Depending on exactly what you want to be done, finding out things like where there are underground water, power, or even septic systems will help them.
    5. Visuals – Before your entire project plan is set in stone, your designer should be able to provide you with some layout plans and other visuals to give you an idea of how it will look when it is all in place.
    6. Physical Work – Find the right professionals for physical work. Check with the designer for any information on things to look for or avoid in a contracting company, any recommendations, and any information you could share with your potential contractors to make sure the project is a good fit for them. Your designer will usually have his/her list of favorites from past projects they have worked on together.

    Creations Landscape Designs has been in business in Tustin, California, for ten years. She has a 25-page checklist on her website for what to think about before talking to a landscape designer. Her guide covers understanding your garden needs, hiring a landscape designer, preparing and meeting with the landscape designer, the design process, and after-installation tips. Her guide, while specific to California, has many useful tips no matter where you live, and it can be found here.

    Finding Your Landscaping Company

    1. Make a list of 3 to 5 landscaping contractors before you make your final selection of who will do the design work and who to hire for the landscaping.
    2. A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau, and have high reviews on HomeGuide.
    3. Some landscaping companies have a lot more knowledge and experience when it comes to plants, arbor care, etc. Decide in advance how much specialist care you want.
    4. Ask landscaping contractors for a copy of their certificate of insurance so you know for a fact that you won’t be held liable for any accidents while they are working on your property.
    5. Selecting the lowest-priced vendor in any profession is rarely the path to getting the job done, or done within your established timeframe.

    Find your landscaping designer today, and we hope you enjoy your beautiful new yard for many years to come.

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    Landscaping your yard can boost your home’s curb appeal and increase its overall value. Plus, beautiful landscaping is a wonderful mood-booster. Landscaping costs differ based on the size and scope of the job. Prices for smaller jobs, like basic lawn care, can be as low as $50, while more labor-tensive jobs requiring complex landscape design work can cost up to $7,000. The average landscaping cost is about $700.

    Average Cost$700
    Highest Cost$7000
    Lowest Cost$50

    Landscaping Cost Per Square Foot

    Landscaping costs $4 to $12 per square foot, on average, for basic and intermediate services. A full makeover including landscaping design and remodeling can cost up to $40 per square foot.

    Basic and intermediate services may include planting grass or flowers, lawn care and thatching. Remodeling involves a complete exterior design along with demolition and regrading the area.

    Landscaping Cost Per Hour

    Labor makes up about 80% of the total landscaping cost. Landscapers charge between $50 and $100 per hour for a crew of two. As the manpower required increases, so will the cost. Additional crew members will cost $25 to $50 per hour extra.

    Landscape designers are more advanced than typical landscapers, often charging at least $200 an hour to plan and design your yard. While you won’t need to work with a designer for routine landscaping work, you will need to hire one if you’re looking to install something unique from scratch.

    Get at least three quotes from different landscapers before starting work to find one that works with your budget.

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    Landscaping Cost Per Project

    Landscaping costs start at $50 for small projects and can reach upwards of $7,000 for complex tasks. Popular landscaping projects include lawn seeding, landscape curbing, lawn mowing, tree trimming and lawn grading.

    Lawn Seeding$400 - $1,500
    Landscape Curbing$750 - $2,000
    Lawn Mowing$50 - $200
    Tree Trimming$75 - $1,500
    Lawn Grading$1,000 - $3,000
    Mulching$100 - $300
    Pond Installation$1,300 - $6,000
    Water Fountain Installation$1,000 - $5,000
    Sod Installation$1,000 - $3,000
    Landscape Design$2,000 - $7,000
    Retaining Wall Installation$1,500 - $6,000
    Lawn Aeration$75 - $250
    Gravel Installation$180 - $1,800

    The final cost will ultimately depend on the size of your property.

    Material Costs

    Some landscaping materials cost more than others. Landscape gravel, for example, typically costs more per square foot than turf. Some materials are more difficult to source or require more labor to install, which makes them more expensive. If you’re landscaping on a budget, this list of common landscaping materials will help you determine which materials will work best for you.

    Landscape Boulders$150 per ton
    Landscape Gravel$20 - $30 per square foot
    Lawn Turf$5 - $20 per square foot
    Lawn Replacement$1 - $2 per square foot
    Retaining Wall$15 - $20 per square foot

    Landscaping Rocks

    Rock is a very common landscaping material. The average cost of landscaping rocks is between $3 and $6 per square foot, but the cost will ultimately depend on the type of rock used.

    Crushed Stone$1 - $2 per square foot
    Crushed Granite$1 - $3 per square foot
    Stone Steps$100 - $300 per step
    Granite Pavers$6 per square foot
    River Rocks$100 - $800 per ton
    Lava Rocks$75 per ton
    Boulders$100 - $600 per ton

    Landscaping Cost by Type

    There are three main types of landscaping: hardscaping, softscaping and xeriscaping. Softscaping refers to the plant elements of a landscape and often involves flowers, shrubs and trees that require services like weed management, planting and mowing. Xeriscaping is a landscaping process that works to conserve water and eliminate the need for irrigation, while hardscaping involves non-plant materials (paths, decks, retaining walls, etc.).

    Many homeowners incorporate all of these types into their overall landscaping. Each type differs in cost, but ranges from $900 to $30,000.

    Average Cost$2,000 - $30,000
    Highest Cost$900 - $3,000
    Lowest Cost$15,000 - $20,000

    Landscaping Maintenance

    Most landscaping you have done will require regular upkeep. Monthly landscape maintenance costs range from $50 to $300 based on the size of your yard and the work required. Routine lawn care services (mowing, fertilization and weed control) done by a professional landscaper will cost a homeowner $150 per month on average.

    You may be able to hire a handyman or independent contractor to do some of this work, but a professional landscaping company will be the most experienced and accommodating. Remember to get multiple quotes before settling on a company you like.

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    nine0019 Landscaping: nine0017 From 2250 nine0015 nine0019
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    No. Name of work Unit Price in rubles Photo
    Consultation, budgeting, working sketch (before the conclusion of the contract) FREE
    1 Topographic survey of the territory 100 m2 550
    2 Staking, planning, geodetic works m3 From 60
    3 Manual excavation m3 From 600
    4 Cutting of vegetable soil to a depth of 300 mm by hand m2 From 270
    5 Cutting soil with a bulldozer up to 250 mm thick. m3 From 200
    6 Excavation by mechanized means with loading onto vehicles m3 From 200
    7 Transportation of developed soil to the landfill by road m3 From 90
    8 Moving soil manually across the territory with leveling and compaction T From 170
    9 Backfilling with layer-by-layer compaction m3 from 380
    10 Sand bedding (cushion 10-15 cm) m3 From 330
    11 Mechanical movement of soil up to 100 m T From 150
    12 Manual trench and pit cleaning m2 From 370
    13 Manual sand bedding and cushioning m3 From 330
    14 Crushed stone foundation device m3 From 330
    15 Well device Ring
    16 Digging up the earth with the removal of debris and weeds (1 time) m2 From 170
    17 Laying pavers and pavers on a concrete base m2 1450 - 1850
    18 Laying paving slabs and paving stones on the ASG base m2 1050 - 1550
    19 Soft coatings (pebbles, crushed stone, granite screenings) m2 700 - 950
    20 Curb stone installation p. m. from 550
    21 Installation of retaining walls (h 0.7 m) with sandstone, natural stone cladding. nine0018 p.m. from 2550
    22 Laying of closed drainage, depth (0.8 -1.2 m.) p.m. from 770
    23 Rockery m2 from 4300
    24 Alpine slide m2 from 3400
    Storm drain including material cost:
    1 open trays p. m. from 270
    2 closed system p.m. from 370
    Decorative pond:
    1 film m2 from 6500
    2 concrete m2 from 9500
    Design project:
    1 Master plan, dendroplan with an assortment list, sketch options, viewpoints (3 pcs.). up to 50 acres 24 500
    2 Master plan, dendroplan with an assortment list, sketch options, viewpoints (3 pcs. ). over 50 acres negotiable price
    3 Estimate (list of planting material) free
    4 Agrochemical soil analysis pattern 830
    Lawn installation. (grading with sand 10-20 cm, tillage and lightening of the soil, removal of weeds and filling of fertile soil 10-15 cm), including the cost of materials incl. grass mixture or turf
    1 parterre lawn (roll) m2 from 400
    2 sports turf (roll) m2 from 420
    3 Moorish lawn m2 from 420
    4 common lawn m2 from 330
    5 moss gardens m2 from 850
    6 ground covers m2 from 1050
    7 cereals m2 from 670
    8 clover m2 from 155
    9 softwoods pcs from 455
    10 Hardwood pcs from 455
    11 trees pcs from 320
    12 shrubs pcs from 185
    13 deciduous hedge p. m. from 470
    14 evergreen hedge from 585
    15 fruit trees (varietal) pcs from 260
    16 fruit shrubs pcs from 125
    17 planting large-sized pcs 50% of material cost
    18 Digging the soil with preliminary digging, removing debris from the surface, storing garbage. 100 m2 from 2550
    19 Arrangement of perennial flower beds m2 from 1550
    20 Arrangement of annual flower beds m2 from 770
    Lighting:
    1 Installation of the luminaire on a concrete base (with preparation of the base and connection) 1 piece from 730
    2 Cable laying in a metal hose (underground) p. m. from 350

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    nine0019 Types of work nine0019 1 exit nine0019 Soil analysis nine0838 nine0019 1 sotka nine0015 nine0838 nine0015 nine0019 $30 nine0019 cu. m nine0019 2000 nine0019 Digging the soil by hand with the addition of sand, humus nine0019 pcs. high nine0019 1200 rub. nine0019 pcs. nine0019 pcs. nine0019 Removing the sod of the old lawn nine0019 from 300 rubles nine0019 from 3 000 rubles (depending on height) nine0838 nine0019 Laying natural stone on mortar nine0019 sq. m nine0015 nine0838 nine0019 pcs. nine0015 nine0019 $50 nine0838 nine0019 pcs.
    Price list of landscape design studio "Drevo" for all types of landscaping and gardening works, 2018
    No. Unit Cost

    Design work

    1. 1. The first visit of a specialist to the site, inspection of the site, collection of information, measurements, photography from 700 rubles
    Specialist consultation by phone free
    Specialist consultation with site visit 1 hour 500 rubles
    nine0019 Transport costs 1 km 20 p.
    1.2. Site Survey
    Land survey from 7,000 rubles
    1. 3.
    • determination of humus 1 sample 700 rubles
    • determination of acid-base balance
    • determination of nutrient content 1 sample 700 rubles
    • heavy metal analysis 1 sample 900 rub.
    1.4. Project development nine0015
    1.4.1. Sketch 1 variant RUB 4,000
    1. 4.2. Complete set of project documentation 1 weave $2,500–$3,500
    • landscaping and landscaping plan (general plan)
    • dendroplan, assortment sheet
    • layout drawing
    • planting drawing nine0838
    • explanatory note (attachment)
    • preliminary estimate (the cost of work is adjusted in the process of working on the project)
    1. 4.3. Vertical layout 300–500 rubles
    1.4.4. Cartogram of earth masses 1 weave 300–500 rubles
    1.4.5. Sketches of composition nodes and viewpoints 1 drawing from 1 500 rubles
    1.4.6. Development of the project of flower beds sq. m from 150 rubles
    1.5. Irrigation Project 1 weave from 500 rubles
    1.6. Drainage project from 3,000 rubles
    1. 7. Design proposal for area lighting from 2,000 rubles
    1.8. Design of small architectural forms negotiable
    1.9. nine0018 Author's supervision 5–10% of project cost
    1.10. Author's support of the project (selection of building and planting material) hour 500 rubles

    Preparatory work

    2.1. Transfer of the project to nature, breakdown of the site according to the plan hour 700 rubles
    2. 2. Site preparation work
    2.2.1. nine0018 Unloading and loading work cu. m 600–800 rubles
    2.2.2. Manual clearing of debris (depending on debris) cu. m 800–1000 rubles
    2.2.3. Manual clearing of debris (depending on debris) sq. m 10–100 rubles
    2.2.4. Uprooting
    • trees up to 20 cm in diameter pcs. 500–1,000 rubles
    nine0019 • trees up to 40 cm in diameter pcs. 1 500 rub.
    • shrubs up to 1 m high pcs. 60 p.
    • shrubs up to 2 m high pcs. 150 rubles
    • shrubs up to 3 m high pcs. 300 rubles
    • undergrowth sq. m 50 p.
    2.2.5. cuttings of undergrowth in tree circles sq. m
    2.2.6. Tree cutting followed by sawing pcs. from 500 rubles
    2. 3. Excavation
    • heavy soil (flask, clay) 1200 rub.
    • medium soil (light to medium loam) cu. m 1100 rub.
    • light soil (sandy loam) cu. m 1000 rubles
    2.4. nine0018 Bringing land to the site
    • fertile soil cu. m negotiable
    • sand cu. m negotiable
    • manure cu. m negotiable
    2.5. Bobket layout hour from 1 500 rubles
    2.6. Transportation of soil in wheelbarrows nine0015
    • up to 50 m cu. m 600 rubles
    • up to 150 m cu. m 800 rubles
    2.7. Digging the soil after construction, removing weeds and digging up construction debris (manually) sq. m 50–100 rubles
    2.8. Digging the soil by hand, removing weeds
    • heavy clogging, compacted soil sq. m 70 p.
    • medium clogging sq. m 50 p.
    • light blockage, loose soil sq. m 30 p.
    2.9. Digging the soil by hand 100 sq. m
    2.10. Digging the soil with a walk-behind tractor 100 sq. m 1000 rubles
    2.11. Irrigation of imported soil to a depth of 5–10 cm 100 sq. m 300 rubles
    2.12. sq. m 50 p.
    2.13. Spreading on the site of humus, sand, vegetable earth (manually) cu. m 500 rubles
    2.14. Harrowing and site planning, rolling sq. m 50 p.
    2.15. Landscaping for landscaping by hand (cutting mounds, backfilling holes up to 30 cm high/depth) sq. m 100–200 rubles
    2.16. Digging up a plant with a clod of earth up to 1 m high 100 rubles
    2.17. Digging and planting in another place a plant with a clod of earth
    height up to 1 m pcs. 500 rubles
    height up to 2 m pcs. RUB 1,000
    height up to 3 m pcs. RUB 3,000
    2.18. Dismantling the track sq. m 100–450 rubles

    Agricultural works

    3.1. Preparation of planting holes (excavation)
    • heavy soil (flask, clay) cu. m
    • medium soil (light to medium loam) cu. m 1100 rub.
    • light soil (sandy loam) cu. m 1000 rubles
    3.2. Landing
    3.2.1. Planting ornamental trees and shrubs (preparation of planting holes, preparation of nutrient mixture, planting, watering) pcs. 40% of plant value
    3.2.2. Planting large-sized negotiable
    3.2.3. Fruit bushes pcs. 100–200 rubles
    3.2.4. Fruit trees (preparation of planting holes, preparation of nutrient mixture, planting, watering, installation of a support stake, tying the plant to the support stake) 300–500 rubles
    3.2.5. Planting shrubs in hedges m from 400 rubles
    3.3. Planting flower plants (without soil preparation)
    nine0019 • at a distance of 10 cm sq. m 500 rubles
    • at 15 cm sq. m 350 rubles
    • at a distance of 20 cm sq. m 250 rubles
    3.4. Planting of perennial flower plants (without soil preparation)
    • adult bush pcs. from 100 rubles
    • delenka pcs. 50 r.
    3.5. Lawn care
    3.5.1. Preparing works (preliminary cleaning of debris, removal of weeds) sq. m from 20 rubles
    3.5.2. sq. m 40 p.
    3.5.3. Sowing (leveling, sowing, tamping, watering, first mowing, materials) sq. m from 150 rubles
    3.5.4. Rolled (planning, laying turf, top dressing, cost of turf) sq. m from 280 rubles
    3.5.5. Lawn arrangement with fertile soil delivery sq. m negotiable
    3.5.6. Laying curb tape m 80 p. nine0018
    3.6. Arrangement of flower beds, flowerbeds
    3.6.1. Arrangement of beds from annuals (including the cost of plants) sq. m from 1500 rubles
    3.6.2. Installation of mixboders from perennial plants (including the cost of plants) sq. m from 1500 rubles
    3. 6.3. Planting ground cover plants (excluding cost of plants) sq. m from 500 rubles
    3.6.4. Planting of bulbs (without cost of plants) sq. m
    3.6.5. Laying curb tape sq. m 80 p.
    3.6.6. Flower garden with decorative backfilling (excluding the cost of materials)
    • manual site planning according to level sq. m 30 p.
    • installation of curb tape m 80 p.
    • Spunbond laying sq. m 20 p.
    nine0019 • gravel backfill (4-5 cm) sq. m 250 rubles

    Civil engineering works

    4.1. Rockeries, rock gardens nine0015
    4.1.1. Installation of rockeries, rock gardens, rocky hills (excluding the cost of material)
    • up to 50 cm sq. m 2 500 rubles
    • over 50 cm sq. m
    4.1.2. Installation of single stones pcs. negotiable
    4.2. Construction of reservoirs
    4.2.1. Decorative pond made of waterproofing film (without materials) sq. m. from 3 500 rubles.
    4.2.2. Decorative pond made of plastic and fiberglass (without materials) sq. m. from 2 500 rubles
    4.2.3. Decorative pond with waterfall (without materials) sq. m. from 3 500 rubles.
    4.2.4. Pond construction
    • sand cushion backfill with vibro-tamper sq. m 150 rubles
    • strengthening of the coastline (metal construction, concreting, waterproofing, decoration) m from 7 500 rubles.
    • Pond bottom decoration (excluding shoreline) sq. m 1500 rub.
    4.3. Drainage, drainage
    4.3.1. Laying drainage pipes up to 1 m deep (without excavation) m from 30 rubles
    4. 3.2. Laying open trays on a concrete base m $170
    4.3.3. Installation of water intake wells on a concrete base pcs. 500 rubles
    4.3.4. Installation of drainage wells negotiable
    4.4. Automatic irrigation system installation (including materials) nine0838
    • plain territory 100 sq. m from 25,000 rubles
    • complex area 100 sq. m from 35 000 rubles.
    4.5. Garden lighting negotiable
    4.6. Paths and grounds (excluding cost of materials)
    4.6.1. Laying paving slabs on a cement-sand base sq.m. from 450 rubles
    4.6.2. Laying paving stones on a cement-sand base sq.m. from 450 rubles
    4.6.3. Paths with soft surface and backfill (marble chips, gravel) sq.m. from 400 rubles
    4.6.4. sq. m from 600 rubles
    4.6.5. Natural stone walkway p.m. from 500 rubles
    4.7. Retaining walls nine0838
    4.7.1. Installation of a natural stone retaining wall using dry masonry sq. m from 2,000 rubles
    4.7.2. Concrete retaining wall installation cu. m from 2 500 rubles
    4.7.3. Brick retaining wall installation cu. m from 3,000 rubles

    Maintenance

    5. 1. Lawn care nine0838
    • haircut 1 weave 500 rubles
    • top dressing 1 weave 300 rubles
    • spring brushing (two directions) 1 weave from 2,000 rubles
    • earthing cu. m 5 p.
    • piercing 1 weave from 2,000 rubles
    • reconstruction 100 rubles
    • chemical weed control sq. m 30 p.
    • watering sq. m 10 p.
    5.2. Flower garden care
    • shelter of roses for the winter bush 50 p.
    • rose uprooting in spring bush 30 p.
    • hand weeding sq. m 30 p.
    • fertilizer sq. m 10 p.
    • watering sq. m 20 p.
    • pest control sq. m 30 p.
    • soil loosening sq. m 30 p.
    5.3. Tree and shrub maintenance
    • watering sq. m 20–100 rubles (depending on age)
    • fertilizing sq. m 3 p.
    • hand weeding in trunk circles sq. m 10–30 p.m.
    • tree pest treatment up to 10 years pcs. from 200 rubles
    • pest control of trees older than 10 years pcs. from 400 rubles
    • shrub pest treatment up to 5 years pcs. 100–300 rubles (depending on age and thickening of the crown)
    • treatment against pests of shrubs older than 5 years pcs. 200–400 rubles (depending on age and thickening of the crown)
    5.4. Tree pruning
    • up to 3 years pcs. 100 rubles
    • 3-5 years pcs. 200-300 rubles (depending on crown thickening)
    • 5-10 years from 300 rubles (depending on crown thickening)
    • 10-15 years old pcs. from 500 rubles (depending on crown thickening)
    • 15-20 years old pcs. from 700 rubles (depending on crown thickening)
    5.5. Shrub pruning
    • up to 5 years bush 100 rubles
    • up to 10 years bush from 200 rubles (depending on the thickening of the crown)
    • over 10 years old bush from 300 rubles (depending on crown thickening)
    5. 6. Pruning roses
    • spring pruning bush
    • pruning during the growing season bush 50 p.
    5.7. Vineyard pruning
    • molding pcs. nine0018 from 200 rubles
    • sanitary pcs. from 400 rubles
    5.8. Hedge trimmer
    • up to 5 years m from 200 rubles
    • Mature and dense shrubs m 200–500 rubles (depending on age and thickening of the crown)

    Design and construction of winter gardens

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    6. 1. Departure of the designer (measurements, photography, discussion of the concept) from 700 rubles
    6.2. Design solution sq. m 150–250 rubles
    6.3. Work with plants
    6.3.1. Landing pcs. 100-500 rubles
    6.3.2. Watering pcs. 10 p.
    6.3.3. Fertilizer from 20 rubles
    6.3.4. Pest control pcs. 20–100 rubles
    6.4. Arrangement of a decorative reservoir sq. m from 2 500 rubles
    6.5. nine0018 Interior decoration
    • wall leveling sq. m from 300 rubles
    • tiling sq. m from 600 rubles
    • natural stone cladding sq. m from 600 rubles
    • artificial stone cladding sq. m from 500 rubles
    • decorative plaster sq.

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