Cost guide
Landscape Design & Installation in Polk County, FL
From a fresh curb-appeal refresh to a full backyard build with pavers and lighting, Polk County landscapers design with Florida-friendly plants that survive August heat and January frost alike.
Typical cost: $1,500 for bed refreshes to $25,000+ for full outdoor living spaces
Typical Polk County market range, not a quote. Your contractor prices your property after seeing it.
What's included
What landscape design & installation covers
- Landscape design consultations and plans
- Sod installation and lawn replacement
- Florida-friendly plant and palm installation
- Paver patios, walkways and driveways
- Landscape lighting, rock and mulch beds
Related guides
Guides on landscape design & installation
- How Much Does Sod Installation Cost in Florida? →
- How Much Mulch Do I Need? Calculator for Florida Beds →
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping: Low-Maintenance Yards →
- How to Amend Sandy Soil in Florida: Compost and Tests →
- When to Install Sod in Central Florida →
- Florida-Friendly Plants That Thrive in Polk County →
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Landscape Design & Installation in Polk County
City guides
Landscape Design & Installation guides by city
Local rules, soil, HOA standards and common problems in each city.
Landscape Design & Installation in Lakeland
South Lakeland · Lake Hollingsworth · Dixieland
Landscape Design & Installation in Winter Haven
Cypress Gardens · Lake Elbert · Inwood
Landscape Design & Installation in Davenport
ChampionsGate · Solterra · Providence
Landscape Design & Installation in Auburndale
Lake Juliana · Lake Arietta · Berkley
Landscape Design & Installation in Mulberry
State Road 37 corridor · State Road 60 corridor · SR 60 and SR 37 junction
Landscape Design & Installation in Haines City
Downtown Haines City · Lake Eva · Lake Lowery
Landscape Design & Installation in Bartow
Historic Downtown Bartow · South Bartow Residential District · Northeast Bartow Residential District
Landscape Design & Installation in Lake Wales
Downtown Lake Wales · Lake Wailes · Mountain Lake
FAQ
Landscape Design & Installation questions
What is the best time to install sod in Central Florida?
Spring and early summer are ideal, but sod can be laid year-round with proper watering.
Which plants hold up in Polk County?
Crotons, firebush, muhly grass, coontie, sabal and pygmy date palms all thrive in our zone 9b climate.
Do I need a permit for a paver patio?
Small at-grade patios usually don't, but larger hardscapes and retaining walls may. Your contractor will advise.
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The nine UF/IFAS Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles applied to Polk County: sandy soil, lakefront lots, once-a-week watering and a lower-upkeep yard.
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