How to get a Landscaping license in Ohio
The full Ohio landscaping licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 5/26/2026.
Career prep, not a license.
Prep for the Ohio Landscaping exam
Landscaping & Irrigation 101 — Start Here (Free) — self-paced lessons, practice exam, certificate of completion.
License details
No statewide license (Pesticide Applicator if applying)
Verified 5/26/2026
Experience required
Varies
Required exam
Category 8 (turf)
Licensing authority
Notes & fees
No state landscape license. Pesticide use requires ODA Commercial Applicator.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a landscaping license in Ohio?
You need varies. Then pass the Category 8 (turf). Applications go through the Ohio Department of Agriculture.
What exam do I need to pass?
Category 8 (turf).
How much experience do I need?
Varies
What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?
No state landscape license. Pesticide use requires ODA Commercial Applicator.
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