Landscapers in
Port St. Lucie, FL
23 landscapers listed in Port St. Lucie
Landscaping professionals in Port St. Lucie create stunning outdoor spaces with services including lawn installation, hardscaping, irrigation, and garden design. Find experienced landscapers who understand Port St. Lucie's local climate and soil conditions.
Landscapers in Port St. Lucie at a glance
- 23 landscapers are listed in Port St. Lucie, FL on Ratedeed.
- 19 of the 19 listings shown here include a phone number you can call directly.
- Listings cover 6 ZIP codes in and around Port St. Lucie: 34952, 34953, 34983, 34984, 34986, 34987.
Landscapers elsewhere in Florida: Orlando (78), Naples (62), Jacksonville (55), Miami (51), Tampa (49), Bradenton (45)
Homes and landscapers in Port St. Lucie: the local numbers
Housing in Port St. Lucie
- Port St. Lucie has about 90,911 homes (housing units).
- The typical (median) home was built in 2002, 14 years newer than the Florida median of 1988.
- 9% of homes were built before 1980 and 1% before 1960; 22% were built in 2010 or later.
- The median value of an owner-occupied home is $369,200.
- 84% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and 16% are rented.
- 87% of homes are single-family detached houses.
- The most common heating fuel is electricity (91% of homes), followed by natural gas from a utility (5%).
- The median home has 6.1 rooms.
- Median gross rent is $1,937 a month.
- Port St. Lucie's housing is newer than most of the country; the typical U.S. home was built in 1980.
- Homeownership is higher than the U.S. rate of 65%.
- Detached single-family houses are the norm, at 87% of homes.
87% of Port St. Lucie's homes are single-family detached houses, the homes most likely to have their own yard to maintain.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (Port St. Lucie, FL).
Landscapers workforce in the Port St. Lucie, FL area
- Median hourly wage
- $17.54
- People employed
- 2,330
- In the Port St. Lucie, FL metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $17.54 an hour ($36,480 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $14.62–$22.22.
- About 2,330 people work in this occupation in the metro area.
- That is a higher share of local jobs than the national average (location quotient 2.23).
- These are what workers earn, not what landscapers charge: a contractor's hourly rate also covers insurance, licensing, vehicles, overhead and profit.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers).
Climate in Port St. Lucie and what it means for landscapers
- The average temperature in Port St. Lucie is 73°F; summer afternoons average 90°F and winter nights 53°F.
- It gets about 54 inches of precipitation a year.
- There are about 2 nights a year at or below freezing and about 55 days at 90°F or hotter.
- It is a cooling-dominated climate: about 3,374 cooling degree days a year against 440 heating degree days.
Port St. Lucie gets about 54 inches of rain a year, so grading and drainage around the house matter as much as the planting.
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Fort Pierce ST Lucie CO International Airport station USW00012895 (23.2 km from the city centre).
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Licensing and consumer protection in Florida
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Who regulates this trade
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) — Construction Industry Licensing Board
Verify a licence on the official register →Insurance and workers' compensation
$300,000 general liability minimum for state-licensed contractors. Workers' compensation is mandatory. Contractors must also demonstrate financial stability through a credit report or surety bond.
Mechanic's lien protection
Florida requires a Notice to Owner to be delivered to the property owner before work begins or within 45 days of first furnishing labor or materials. Mechanics liens must be filed within 90 days of the last work performed or the last delivery of materials. The lien expires automatically after 1 year unless a lawsuit to enforce is filed. Florida's Construction Lien Law is strictly enforced, and homeowners should always collect lien waivers from their contractor and all subcontractors before making payments.
What catches homeowners out in Florida
Florida requires contractors to be either state-licensed (certified) or county-licensed (registered) depending on their trade. A "Certified Contractor" can work anywhere in Florida, while a "Registered Contractor" can only work in the counties where they hold a license. Verify both the license type and status at myfloridalicense.com. For hurricane-prone areas, only contractors with the appropriate building code training should be hired for structural, roofing, or window installation work. Florida also requires contractors to include their license number on all contracts and advertisements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about hiring contractors
How much do landscapers earn in the Port St. Lucie area?
In the Port St. Lucie, FL metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $17.54 an hour ($36,480 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $14.62–$22.22. About 2,330 people work in this occupation in the metro area. That is a higher share of local jobs than the national average (location quotient 2.23). These are what workers earn, not what landscapers charge: a contractor's hourly rate also covers insurance, licensing, vehicles, overhead and profit. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How old are homes in Port St. Lucie?
The typical home in Port St. Lucie was built in 2002, and 9% of homes were built before 1980. The median owner-occupied home is worth $369,200. 87% of Port St. Lucie's homes are single-family detached houses, the homes most likely to have their own yard to maintain. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.
What should I know about Port St. Lucie's climate before hiring landscapers?
Port St. Lucie gets about 54 inches of rain a year, so grading and drainage around the house matter as much as the planting. The average temperature in Port St. Lucie is 73°F; summer afternoons average 90°F and winter nights 53°F. It gets about 54 inches of precipitation a year. Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
How much does landscaping cost in Port St. Lucie?
Landscaping costs in Port St. Lucie range from $50–$150 per visit for basic maintenance to $2,500–$12,000+ for comprehensive design and plantings. Hardscaping projects tend to be the most expensive.
What landscaping services are available in Port St. Lucie?
Port St. Lucie homeowners have access to a wide range of landscaping services including lawn installation and maintenance, tree and shrub planting, irrigation systems, hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls), outdoor lighting, landscape design, and seasonal cleanup. Many contractors in Port St. Lucie also offer specialized services like drainage solutions, sod installation, and xeriscaping.
Do I need a permit for landscaping in Port St. Lucie, FL?
Most basic landscaping in Port St. Lucie doesn't require a permit, but projects involving retaining walls over a certain height, irrigation systems connected to city water, grading that affects drainage, or tree removal may require permits. Contact the Port St. Lucie building department for permit requirements. Check with your local building department before starting any major landscaping project in Port St. Lucie.
How do I find a landscaper near Port St. Lucie?
On Ratedeed, you can browse landscapers serving Port St. Lucie who specialize in everything from lawn maintenance to complete outdoor transformations. Look for professionals experienced with Port St. Lucie's local climate and soil conditions. Read reviews from other Port St. Lucie homeowners, request free quotes, and ask for photos of completed projects in the area.
What plants grow best in Port St. Lucie's climate?
The best plants for Port St. Lucie depend on your specific location, sun exposure, and soil type. Local nurseries and landscapers familiar with Port St. Lucie's climate can recommend native and adapted species that thrive with minimal maintenance.
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