How to get a Landscaping license in Florida
The full Florida landscaping licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 5/26/2026.
Career prep, not a license.
Prep for the Florida Landscaping exam
Landscaping & Irrigation 101 — Start Here (Free) — self-paced lessons, practice exam, certificate of completion.
License details
Limited Irrigation Specialty (and local landscape registration)
Verified 5/26/2026
Experience required
Varies
Required exam
Limited Irrigation exam (Prov)
Licensing authority
Notes & fees
Irrigation contractors statewide; landscape design/maintenance is locally regulated.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a landscaping license in Florida?
You need varies. Then pass the Limited Irrigation exam administered by Prov. Applications go through the Florida DBPR - Construction Industry Licensing Board.
What exam do I need to pass?
Limited Irrigation exam — administered by Prov.
How much experience do I need?
Varies
What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?
Irrigation contractors statewide; landscape design/maintenance is locally regulated.
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