Cost to Plant Tree
January 2025
| Item | Qty | Low | High | |
| Tree Planting Labor, Basic Basic labor to plant tree with favorable site conditions. Plant tree with up to 2 ft dia root ball with watering tube, soil prep and double staking. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 1 tree | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Tree Planting Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to plant tree including: tool and machine consumables and fuel, basic landscape maintenance and repair materials. | 1 tree | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Tree Planting Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: 100 # wheelbarrow, shovels and rakes. Gas powered mower and trimmer. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 1 tree | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
| Totals - Cost To Plant Tree | ||||
| Average Cost per Tree | ||||
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In January 2025 the estimated cost to Plant Tree starts at $573 - $702 per tree. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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Cost to Plant Tree - Notes and General Information
This example estimate is for BASIC work performed in readily serviceable conditions by qualified professionals, using popular, IN STOCK products, materials and supplies available at home improvement retailers. Your actual costs will vary due to the unique conditions, requirements, labor options and material choices of your project. Work not mentioned on this page, work with schedule difficulty, work during periods of local labor shortages, and work using master craftsman, premium materials, custom built products, project supervision may result in HIGHER COSTS!
This example estimate is for educational and illustrative purposes - it is NOT a substitute for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for itemized assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The example estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Tree Planting, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time and mobilization time typical of local, small Tree Planting jobs.
The example estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for any work or materials not specifically mentioned on this page.
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surface finishes (including molding) and fixtures, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing any systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, radon, etc.).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Tree Planting. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Tree Planting
- Product and Supplies Data: Lowes Landscaping Products and Supplies Lowes , Jan 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Landscaping Products and Supplies Home Depot, Jan 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Menards Landscaping Products and Supplies Menards, Jan 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Cascade Supply Lumber Cascade Supply, Jan 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Green Home Remodel | Landscape Materials Seattle Public Utilities, Aug 2010, Staff
- Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 9: Site Work U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- Outdoor Projects 1 2 3 Homer, TLC, Mar 2003, Editorial Staff, ISBN 696206730
- Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System Journal of Light Construction, Jan 2025, George Weissgerber
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2025, Staff
- Employer Costs for Employee Compensation US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2025, Staff
- Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures Harvard University, Jan 2025, Website
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