
Landscaping & Hardscape in Wilmington, DE
Compare 25 landscaping & hardscape contractors near you in Wilmington and surrounding area with an average rating of 4.8/5. Get free quotes, read reviews, and find the right pro for your project.
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Landscaping & Hardscape in Wilmington, DE
Wilmington landscaping crews in this directory cover Trolley Square, Greenville, Brandywine Hundred, and central Wilmington. Mid-range Wilmington back yards (paver patio, basic plantings, and grading) run $20,000-$38,000. Greenville estate landscapes with armour-stone retaining, hot-tub pad, gas firepit, irrigation, and lighting typically land $65,000-$140,000.
Wilmington's heavy clay soils and Brandywine Creek floodplain limits drive grading-and-drainage as the foundation of any quality landscape job. Delaware's Wilmington-area New Castle County permits regulate stormwater for any project disturbing 5,000+ sq ft. Old-growth tulip poplars, oaks, and beeches in Greenville and Trolley Square are protected by tree-preservation easements in some neighbourhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need a permit for a Wilmington landscape project?
- Stormwater permits apply to projects disturbing 5,000+ sq ft. Smaller residential landscapes generally don't need permits but must respect setbacks and drainage easements. Most reputable contractors will pull the permit when needed.
- What plants survive Wilmington winters?
- Zone 7a hardy: Japanese maple, hydrangea, boxwood, holly, dogwood, redbud, hardy roses, and most southern New England favourites. Brandywine Creek floodplain properties need flood-tolerant species — bald cypress, river birch, sweetgum, switchgrass.
- How long does a Greenville estate landscape take?
- With permits, design review, and tree-protection planning, expect 3-6 months from contract to substantial completion. Hardscape goes in summer; large tree installations wait for fall planting season.
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