Melbourne, FL landscaping service at the click of a button

Wherever you live in Melbourne, your yard can be so much more than a fenced lawn. Maybe you want a space to unwind or to fire up the barbecue; whatever it is, LawnStarter’s local landscaping pros are just a call away.

Melbourne Landscaping Trends

• Smart sprinklers: Automated sprinkler systems keep lawns green and save water.
• Native and drought-tolerant plants: Add color with local blooms and pollinator gardens.
• Water features: Add a cooling effect with ponds, fountains, or even small waterfalls.
• Hardscapes: From patios to fire pits to outdoor kitchens, turn your yard into a space that’s both functional and stylish.

Melbourne Landscaping Projects by Season

Since temperatures in The Harbor City rarely fall below freezing, landscaping is a year-round job. Follow this seasonal lawn and landscaping guide to get the most out of your yard.

Summer

• Lawn Care: Mow weekly and dethatch your grass in early summer. Don’t bother fertilizing since the summer rains will wash it away.
• Irrigation: June-September is our rainy season, so water as needed.
• Landscape Lighting: Do upgrades and maintenance.

Fall

• Lawn Care: Slow your mowing routine to every other week. Fertilize starting in October.
• Leaf Cleanup: Rake leaves, mulch or blow them, or hire a local leaf removal crew.
• Planting: Plant bulbs now to bloom next year. Plant perennials.
• Mulch: Spread or refresh mulch.
• Irrigation: Fall is the best time to install a sprinkler system. 
• Hardscaping: Add concrete patios, decks, and fire pits during the fall and winter when the humidity is low and the ground is warm.
• Fencing: Install fencing now through the winter to save money.

Winter

• Lawn Care: Mow as needed.
• Planting: Plant trees, petunias, pansies, snapdragons, and dwarf calendula. Plant annuals, non-flowering shrubs, fruit trees, and bulbs.
• Pruning: Prune your shrubs and trees in late winter or early spring when plants are dormant.
• Irrigation: Water once a week in the mornings before 10. a. m.
• Fencing: Make repairs and touch-ups to paint/stain while the weather is dry and temperatures are mild. 

Spring

• Lawn Care: Mow as needed when coming out of winter. When grass starts growing vigorously in March or April, mow weekly. Some fast-growing grasses, like Bermuda, will need more frequent cuts. Begin fertilizing in late March when soil temperatures are consistently above 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Aerate if needed.
• Planting: Plant annuals and perennials in late March and weed your flower beds throughout the season.
• Mulch: Add, refresh, or replace mulch.
• Irrigation: Water between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m. Check with the city and county for area watering restrictions.
• Landscape Lighting: Install outdoor lighting to show off your home and lawn.

Whether you need help with hardscaping, shrub pruning, or routine lawn care, LawnStarter’s Melbourne landscaping pros are ready with a free quote. 

Cost of our Landscaping Services in Melbourne

From planting blooms to building patios, Melbourne landscaping costs vary by service.

Here’s how much you can expect to pay for popular projects:

• Lawn mowing: $39 - $51
• (average price for 1-acre yard)
• Leaf removal: $111.19
• (average price per job for up to 1-acre yard)
• Bush trimming: $49 - $145
• (average price for a range of bush trimming jobs)

The Best Landscapers in Melbourne are a Click or Call Away

Whether you’re in Southgate, Feather Lakes, Pineapple Ridge, or somewhere else, LawnStarter’s pros have you covered. 

LawnStarter makes it easy to book Melbourne landscaping services in our app, your online account, or by calling customer service.