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Landscaping in Harrisburg offers a variety of opportunities for rich and varied plants, from ferns and evergreens to woodland varieties and annuals. 

Whether you are starting from scratch with new construction or want to freshen up an old yard, LawnStarter will put the best Harrisburg landscapers at your fingertips with a few clicks. 

Harrisburg Landscaping Trends

• Drought-Resistant Native Planting: Species like Black-eyed Susans, Feather Reed Grass, and Sedum reduce maintenance and support local pollinators.
• Smart Irrigation Systems: Install soil-moisture sensors and weather-based controllers to automate watering and conserve local groundwater.
• Integrated Outdoor Living Areas: Build covered patios, outdoor kitchens, and fire-pit seating zones for year-round family enjoyment.
• Hardscaping: Use permeable pavers, raised masonry beds, and gravel pathways to reduce weeding and erosion
• Edible-and-Wellness Gardens: Plant raised herb planters, dwarf fruit trees, and lavender meditation nooks.
• Accent Lighting and Outdoor Tech: Mount LED uplights, path lights, and smart-home controls to enhance beauty and security after dusk.

Harrisburg Landscaping by Season

Landscaping in Harrisburg takes a year-round commitment. Maintaining your beautiful yard and looking to add some upgrades? 

Use this seasonal calendar to tackle all the necessary landscaping projects in Harrisburg:

Fall

• Lawn Care: Mowing season typically ends at the end of October.
• Leaf Cleanup: Rake, blow, or scoop up your leaves and bag them. Or, if you prefer, hire a local leaf removal crew.
• Mulch: Feel free to add new mulch, but ensure that the current mulch isn’t stacked too high against the foundation of your house.
• Planting: Plant spring bulbs now. Plant trees in September. Cut perennials back. 
• Irrigation: It’s time to winterize your system before early October. Blow out your system of any standing water before temperatures hit 32 degrees Fahrenheit. 
• Hardscaping: Finish up hardscaping projects before the first frost hits. 
• Landscape Lighting: Add until late September or before the ground freezes.
• Fencing: Installation, repairs, and painting/staining until late September.

Winter

• Hardscaping: For patios, use this time to plan for next spring. Measure out your area, choose materials, and make a budget.
• Shrub Pruning: Late winter or early spring.

Spring

• Lawn Care: Resume mowing in April, when the grass is growing and temperatures are above 40 degrees.
• Mulch: Add fresh mulch in the garden areas. Remove the thick layer of older mulch first.
• Planting: Plant shrubs and perennials after the last frost, but wait until after Mother’s Day to plant annuals.
• Irrigation: Check all system components to ensure they function properly and make necessary repairs. Then, activate your sprinkler systems in early to mid-June.
• Hardscaping: After Mother's Day, which marks the last frost date, install patios, walkways, and similar features.
• Landscape Lighting: Install lighting once the last frost has passed and the ground is soft. 

Summer

• Lawn Care: Keep an eye out for prolonged hot, dry conditions in the summer and reduce mowing frequency. 
• Irrigation: Set up a sprinkler system for your lawn. Drip hoses can run through your garden beds instead of using the garden hose manually.
• Landscape Lighting: This season is ideal for installing new lighting, except during extended periods of wet weather. You don’t want to bury those wires in areas with standing water.
• Fencing: The summer soil temperature is ideal for building that new fence. It's also a great time to repair, paint, or stain any existing wooden fences.

With just a few clicks, LawnStarter’s Harrisburg landscaping pros can take care of your routine lawn care, weed your flower beds, prune shrubs, and install hardscaping.

Cost of our Landscaping Services in Harrisburg

Landscaping in Harrisburg shapes itself to your yard’s needs. Regular mowing and edging cost less than new landscaping plans. Most homeowners pay more when adding patios, building walkways, or planting garden beds.

Here are some Harrisburg price ranges for common landscaping services:

• Lawn mowing: $45.6 - $58
• (average price for 1-acre yard)
• Leaf removal: $161.47
• (average price per job for up to 1-acre yard)
• Bush trimming: $33 - $99
• (average price for a range of bush trimming jobs)

How to Find the Best Landscapers in Harrisburg

Whatever neighborhood you’re in, Uptown or Shipoke, Paxtang, or just across the river in Lemoyne, pros can handle your yard properly. 

Prevent the “I’m in over my head” scenario. Through the LawnStarter app, your online account, or a quick call to Customer Service, you’ll connect with Harrisburg’s best landscapers in seconds.