Landscapers in
St. Petersburg, FL
30 landscapers listed in St. Petersburg
Landscaping professionals in St. Petersburg create stunning outdoor spaces with services including lawn installation, hardscaping, irrigation, and garden design. Find experienced landscapers who understand St. Petersburg's local climate and soil conditions.
Landscapers in St. Petersburg at a glance
- 30 landscapers are listed in St. Petersburg, FL on Ratedeed.
- 26 of the 26 listings shown here include a phone number you can call directly.
- Listings cover 15 ZIP codes in and around St. Petersburg, including 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33707.
Landscapers elsewhere in Florida: Orlando (78), Naples (62), Jacksonville (55), Miami (51), Tampa (49), Bradenton (45)
Homes and landscapers in St. Petersburg: the local numbers
Housing in St. Petersburg
- St. Petersburg has about 141,508 homes (housing units).
- The typical (median) home was built in 1969, 19 years older than the Florida median of 1988.
- 70% of homes were built before 1980 and 37% before 1960; 8% were built in 2010 or later.
- The median value of an owner-occupied home is $371,100.
- 63% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and 37% are rented.
- 55% of homes are single-family detached houses.
- The most common heating fuel is electricity (91% of homes), followed by natural gas from a utility (6%).
- The median home has 4.8 rooms.
- Median gross rent is $1,663 a month.
55% of St. Petersburg'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 (St. Petersburg, FL).
Landscapers workforce in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area
- Median hourly wage
- $17.89
- People employed
- 9,860
- In the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $17.89 an hour ($37,210 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $14.83–$22.77.
- About 9,860 people work in this occupation in the metro area.
- 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 St. Petersburg and what it means for landscapers
- The average temperature in St. Petersburg is 74°F; summer afternoons average 91°F and winter nights 55°F.
- It gets about 51 inches of precipitation a year.
- There are about 1 nights a year at or below freezing and about 76 days at 90°F or hotter.
- It is a cooling-dominated climate: about 3,773 cooling degree days a year against 417 heating degree days.
St. Petersburg gets about 51 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, ST Petersburg Albert Whitted Airport station USW00092806 (5.4 km from the city centre).
Top Landscapers in St. Petersburg
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Licensing and consumer protection in Florida
Check that any landscaper you hire is licensed and insured before you sign a contract or pay a deposit.
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 St. Petersburg area?
In the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $17.89 an hour ($37,210 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $14.83–$22.77. About 9,860 people work in this occupation in the metro area. 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 St. Petersburg?
The typical home in St. Petersburg was built in 1969, and 70% of homes were built before 1980. The median owner-occupied home is worth $371,100. 55% of St. Petersburg'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 St. Petersburg's climate before hiring landscapers?
St. Petersburg gets about 51 inches of rain a year, so grading and drainage around the house matter as much as the planting. The average temperature in St. Petersburg is 74°F; summer afternoons average 91°F and winter nights 55°F. It gets about 51 inches of precipitation a year. Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
How much does landscaping cost in St. Petersburg?
Landscaping costs in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg also offer specialized services like drainage solutions, sod installation, and xeriscaping.
Do I need a permit for landscaping in St. Petersburg, FL?
Most basic landscaping in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg building department for permit requirements. Check with your local building department before starting any major landscaping project in St. Petersburg.
How do I find a landscaper near St. Petersburg?
On Ratedeed, you can browse landscapers serving St. Petersburg who specialize in everything from lawn maintenance to complete outdoor transformations. Look for professionals experienced with St. Petersburg's local climate and soil conditions. Read reviews from other St. Petersburg homeowners, request free quotes, and ask for photos of completed projects in the area.
What plants grow best in St. Petersburg's climate?
The best plants for St. Petersburg depend on your specific location, sun exposure, and soil type. Local nurseries and landscapers familiar with St. Petersburg's climate can recommend native and adapted species that thrive with minimal maintenance.
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