How to get a Landscaping license in Georgia
The full Georgia landscaping licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 5/26/2026.
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License details
Landscape Contractor (Utility) - or local
Verified 5/26/2026
Experience required
None statewide
Required exam
None
Licensing authority
Notes & fees
No state landscape contractor license. Pesticide application requires Commercial Applicator (Category 24 ornamental/turf).
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a landscaping license in Georgia?
You need none statewide. Then pass the None. Applications go through the Georgia Department of Agriculture (for pesticides).
What exam do I need to pass?
None.
How much experience do I need?
None statewide
What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?
No state landscape contractor license. Pesticide application requires Commercial Applicator (Category 24 ornamental/turf).
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