Outdoor

Landscaping Cost Guide

Landscaping costs vary from $500 for a simple mulch refresh to $50,000+ for a full outdoor transformation. This guide helps you build a scope-based budget by selecting the specific elements you need — from sod installation to retaining walls to outdoor kitchens.

Project Scope

Yard Size (sq ft)

Project Type

Include these elements:

Sod / lawn installation ($0.80–$2/sqft)

Mulch beds ($3–$5/sqft)

Shrubs + perennial plantings

Shade trees (2–3 trees)

Patio / hardscaping

Retaining wall

Irrigation system

Landscape lighting

Grading / drainage work

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Low estimate

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Mid estimate

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High estimate