Landscaping in Edmonton
Edmonton's landscaping season is short and busy: roughly five workable months, a heavy clay soil that drains poorly, and new-build lots that need final grading before the builder's deposit comes back. Local landscapers split their year between spring grading and sod, summer hardscaping, and winter snow contracts.
12 landscapers listed in Edmonton & area
Independently listed — no paid placementZebra Landscaping
Edmonton
Northeast Edmonton landscape design and construction firm specializing in tree, shrub and perennial planting plus hardscaping, patios, decks and outdoor lighting.
Serene Landscaping
Edmonton
Family-owned Edmonton landscaper specializing in final grading, sod, paving stones, retaining walls and year-round property maintenance.
Manscapers Landscaping
Edmonton
Edmonton-area landscaping company serving St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, Beaumont and Leduc with residential and commercial hardscape and softscape work.
APS Landscaping Inc.
Edmonton
LANTA-member Edmonton landscaper focused on upscale residential and commercial landscaping projects to CNLA standards.
Design Landscaping
Edmonton
Edmonton landscaper with two decades of experience in softscapes, hardscapes, water features and stone features.
Greentree Outdoor Living
Edmonton
Edmonton landscaping company offering free consultations and 3D project mock-ups for residential landscapes.
Garden Magic Landscaping Inc.
Edmonton
Edmonton landscaper with 25+ years offering landscape design through garden maintenance using environmentally friendly techniques.
Park Landscaping Ltd.
Edmonton
Edmonton landscaper since 2006 providing design, construction and landscaping supplies for residential and commercial clients.
Little Creek Landscaping
Edmonton
Edmonton landscaping company operating since 2007 with a focus on detail and craftsmanship.
Classic Landscapes
Edmonton
Edmonton-area landscaping company providing residential and commercial landscape design, construction and maintenance.
Manscapers Landscaping — Stony Plain
Stony Plain
Landscaping crew serving Stony Plain and west-side Edmonton communities with hardscape and softscape projects.
Serene Landscaping — Spruce Grove
Spruce Grove
Serene Landscaping's service to Spruce Grove and surrounding communities for grading, sod and hardscaping.
Common landscapers services in Edmonton
- Final grading and sod installation
- Paving stone patios and walkways
- Retaining walls
- Fences and decks
- Irrigation systems
- Tree and shrub planting
- Snow removal contracts
Landscaping prices in Edmonton
Typical Edmonton-area ranges to help you sanity-check a quote. Every job is different — get three written quotes before committing.
| Job | Typical Edmonton range |
|---|---|
| Final grade + sod (typical new lot) | $4,000 – $9,000 |
| Sod supply and install | $1.50 – $3.00 / sq ft |
| Paving stone patio | $25 – $45 / sq ft |
| Retaining wall | $60 – $130 / linear ft |
| Composite deck | $50 – $90 / sq ft |
| Irrigation system (typical yard) | $4,500 – $9,000 |
| Seasonal residential snow contract | $400 – $1,200 / season |
Ranges are market-typical estimates for the Edmonton area, compiled from published contractor pricing and homeowner-reported costs. They are a budgeting starting point, not a quote.
Permits & licensing
Decks over 0.6m above grade, most fences over 1.85m, and retaining walls over 1m generally need a City of Edmonton permit. New-build lots also need a lot grading certificate approved by the City before the builder's grading deposit is released — your landscaper should know the process.
Best time to book in Edmonton
The real Edmonton window is early May to mid-October. Sod goes down best in spring and early fall, not July heat. Hardscaping books solid by March for the coming summer, so plan a patio the winter before. Snow contracts are signed in September and October.
What to ask an Edmonton landscaper
- 1For a new build, confirm they will handle the lot grading certificate submission.
- 2Ask about base depth on hardscaping — Edmonton frost heave punishes a thin base.
- 3Confirm whether topsoil is screened and how deep it goes under new sod.
- 4For snow contracts, get the trigger depth and response time in writing.
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Landscaping in Edmonton: common questions
How much does landscaping cost in Edmonton?
A typical new-build final grade and sod package runs $4,000–$9,000. A paving stone patio costs $25–$45 per square foot installed, and a composite deck $50–$90 per square foot. Full front-and-back landscaping on a standard lot commonly lands between $20,000 and $60,000.
When is the best time to lay sod in Edmonton?
Mid-May through mid-June, or late August through September. Both windows give warm soil with cooler air and more reliable moisture. July sod survives but needs aggressive watering, and anything laid after the first hard frost risks not rooting before winter.
Do I need a permit for a deck or fence in Edmonton?
Decks more than 0.6m above grade need a building permit, and most also need a development permit. Fences taller than 1.85m in a rear yard or 1.2m in a front yard need approval. Retaining walls over 1m require a permit and often an engineer's stamp.
What does snow removal cost in Edmonton?
Seasonal residential contracts typically run $400–$1,200 depending on driveway size and whether walks and steps are included. Per-visit pricing is usually $40–$90. Commercial lots are quoted individually on trigger depth and response time.
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