Gardening Services in Knoxville, TN

At Masters' Guild, we provide expert gardening services designed to transform and maintain your outdoor space. From planting vibrant flowers and building raised garden beds to installing garden edging and creating functional garden rooms, our skilled landscapers ensure your garden thrives year-round. Let us handle the hard work so you can enjoy a lush, beautiful garden.

Gardening in Knoxville, TN: Hourly gardening rate typically runs $30–$60 USD in 2026; the other common jobs below range from $30 to $420, depending mostly on garden size / square footage of beds and lawn. Post your job free on Masters' Guild to get offers from ID-verified local pros; payment is held until the work is done.

What gardening costs in Knoxville, TN (2026)

Typical gardening prices in Knoxville, TN (USD, 2026) — low to high per job

Job	Typical range (USD)	Unit
Hourly gardening rate	$30–$60	per hour
Single maintenance visit	$70–$230	per visit
Hedge trimming	$170–$420	per job
Flower-bed weeding	$45–$140	per job
Mulch supply + install	$30–$140	per cubic yard

Estimates: typical US ranges adjusted for Knoxville's regional price level (about 7% below the national average; BEA Regional Price Parities 2024, all items, Knoxville TN MSA). Get two or three quotes for your exact job.

Our Gardening Expertise in Knoxville, TN

Landscaping & Garden Design

Our landscaping services include designing and cultivating outdoor spaces that enhance the beauty and functionality of your property. From modern layouts to traditional gardens, we create spaces tailored to your vision.

Custom Pergolas & Garden Structures

Add charm and utility to your garden with a custom pergola or garden shed. Our experts design and build structures that complement your space, providing both style and functionality.

Raised Garden Beds & Planters

Elevate your gardening experience with raised garden beds and custom planters. These solutions not only add visual appeal but also improve soil quality and drainage for healthy, thriving plants.

Garden Edging & Cleanup

Keep your garden neat and well-defined with our garden edging services. We also provide comprehensive garden cleanup, removing debris and weeds to ensure your space stays pristine.

Why Choose Masters' Guild for Gardening?

Experienced Landscapers: Our vetted professionals bring expertise and creativity to every gardening project.
Comprehensive Services: From building pergolas to maintaining garden rooms, we handle all aspects of gardening.
Transparent Pricing: Clear, upfront estimates with no hidden fees let you plan confidently.
Convenient Booking: Easily manage your gardening needs through our user-friendly app.

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Gardening Services We Offer

Masters' Guild provides a wide range of gardening and landscaping services for residential and commercial properties. From garden shed construction to professional garden edging, we deliver tailored solutions for every outdoor space.

Custom Garden Structures: Pergolas, sheds, and rooms designed for your needs.
Planters & Raised Beds: Beautiful, functional additions to enhance your garden.
Mobile-Friendly Platform: Easily book, track, and manage your gardening projects through our app.

What's different about gardening in Knoxville

Knoxville’s humid subtropical weather makes gardening a near year-round planning task: winter freeze-thaw cycles and occasional ice storms can affect beds, while high summer humidity and periodic severe thunderstorms can complicate maintenance visits. For spring cleanups or recurring care, book in February or March before the April-through-August peak, when demand tightens. Typical visits last one to three hours, depending on the garden’s condition and the work requested.

Gardens around early-1900s homes in Fourth and Gill or Old North Knoxville may need a different approach from the mid-century ranch properties found farther out, while Fort Sanders has a substantial renter and student population near UT Knoxville. Routine mowing, light weeding, and watering are reasonable DIY work; bring in a gardener for hedge shaping, neglected-bed overhauls, bulk mulch installation, or work needing specialized tools. Gardening maintenance generally does not require a trade license, but ask about general liability insurance and pesticide-applicator licensing if chemical treatments are involved.

What moves the price in Knoxville

Winter freeze-thaw cycles and occasional ice storms can affect bed cleanup timing.
High summer humidity and severe thunderstorms can disrupt scheduled garden visits.
Book February or March for spring work before April–August demand tightens.
Older Fourth and Gill and Old North Knoxville properties may have established, neglected beds to reclaim from overgrowth.

Licensing and permits in Tennessee

Gardening and lawn/garden maintenance generally doesn't require a state or provincial trade license in the US or Canada; reputable gardeners still carry general liability insurance, and separate pesticide-applicator licensing applies only if chemical treatments are involved.

Most residential building permits in Tennessee are issued by the local city or county building/codes department; in areas without a local code-enforcement program the State Fire Marshal's Office issues them directly via its CORE online system for one- and two-family dwellings, townhouses, and additions. In Knoxville, permits come from the City of Knoxville Plans Review & Inspections (Engineering Development Services).

Tax: Labor charges for repairing or installing tangible personal property (e.g., appliance repair, HVAC equipment installation) are generally taxable when bundled with taxable parts, but per the Dept. of Revenue's SUT-22 guidance a labor charge that is separately stated from the taxable materials/parts on the invoice is exempt from sales tax — so ask contractors to itemize labor vs. materials on the bill.

Best time to book in Knoxville

Book spring cleanups and recurring plans in late winter (Feb-Mar) to lock in lower rates and preferred time slots before the April-August peak. Peak demand: April, May, June, July and August. Typical job length: 1-3 hours per visit.

DIY or pro? Routine mowing, light weeding, and watering are reasonable DIY tasks; hire a pro for hedge shaping, seasonal overhauls of neglected beds, bulk mulch installation, or any job requiring specialized tools.

Areas we cover in Knoxville

Pros on Masters' Guild take gardening jobs across Knoxville neighborhoods including Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, Fourth and Gill, Old North Knoxville, Fort Sanders, South Knoxville (SoKno), Old City and Fountain City.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I book gardening in Knoxville, TN?

Book spring cleanups and recurring plans in February or March to secure preferred time slots before Knoxville’s April-through-August peak. High summer humidity, periodic severe thunderstorms, and demand during spring and summer can make scheduling more constrained.

Do gardeners in Knoxville, TN need a license?

Gardening and lawn or garden maintenance generally does not require a state trade license. Reputable gardeners still carry general liability insurance, and chemical treatments require separate pesticide-applicator licensing.

How much does a single gardening maintenance visit cost?

A single maintenance visit is typically $75 to $250 per visit. Garden size, whether the yard needs routine upkeep or overgrowth reclamation, task mix, visit frequency, and spring or summer demand can affect the final offer.

Sources: Our Gardening cost guide. Updated 2026-09-12.

We Also Serve These Nearby Satellite Cities

In addition to Knoxville, TN, we also offer Gardening in nearby areas, including the following satellite cities:

Maryville, TN
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Oak Ridge, TN
Alcoa, TN
Clinton, TN
Lenoir City, TN