Hills mean runoff, erosion and tricky mowing. Here is how walls, terraces, groundcovers and drainage make a slope useful and stable.
Much of Middle Tennessee is rolling country, and many yards tilt toward the street, the back fence or a creek. A slope looks beautiful but brings real challenges: water runs fast, soil washes away, mowing is difficult and level space for living is scarce. A smart landscape does not fight the hill. It slows the water, holds the soil and creates level places where people can actually use the yard.
We study how water moves across the slope and plan from there. Terraces and retaining walls turn steep ground into usable levels, swales and drains carry runoff safely and deep-rooted groundcovers and grasses hold bare soil. Steps and paths make the yard walkable, and plantings are chosen to thrive on dry, sunny slopes or shady banks. We explain which steps fit your budget now and which can follow later, so the slope improves in stages.
Swales and stone.
Level space.
Hold the soil.
Walkable slopes.
Safe outlets.
Build over time.
Design and PlanningA clear plan for your yard: layout, planting, hardscape and lighting sketched on paper so you can see…Explore 
Backyard MakeoversBackyards reshaped into comfortable outdoor spaces with patios, planting, lawn, privacy and lighting that fit how you live.Explore 
Native and Pollinator GardensGardens of Tennessee native plants that feed bees and butterflies, thrive with less water and bring wildlife to…Explore 
Hardscaping DesignPatios, walks, walls, steps and fire features designed and built as one plan with stone, pavers and concrete…Explore 
Custom PatiosPaver, stone and concrete patios designed for how you entertain, with comfortable layouts, clean edges and a base…Explore 
Paver Driveways and WalkwaysInterlocking paver driveways and walks with deep bases, strong edges and patterns that add real curb appeal.Explore 
Retaining WallsStone, block and timber retaining walls that hold slopes, create level areas and manage water on hilly Nashville…Explore 
Stone Steps and LandingsSafe, handsome steps and landings in natural stone, block or pavers for slopes, entries and garden paths.Explore Take the quiz, check a problem or ballpark a budget.
Which Landscaping Service Do I Need? QuizAnswer five questions about your yard, your lawn and your goals to see whether you need design, lawn care, hardscape, drainage or tree work.Try it 
Lawn and Yard Problem CheckerCheck the signs you see in your lawn, beds and drainage and get a likely cause with the next step.Try it 
Landscaping Budget PlannerPick a project, a size and a few options and get a ballpark planning range.Try it Deep-rooted groundcovers, ornamental grasses and native perennials hold soil well.
Often, when you want level areas or a slope is steep. We assess the site.
Slow runoff, protect bare soil and plant deep-rooted species.
Site situationNew Construction YardsA new build starts with bare, compacted soil. Here is how to plan grading, drainage, sod and planting…Learn more 
Site situationOlder Homes and Mature LandscapesOvergrown shrubs, big trees and tired beds call for careful renewal. Here is how to refresh an older…Learn more 
Site situationRed Clay and Poor SoilClay holds water, packs hard and starves roots. Here is how to amend it and choose plants that…Learn more 
Site situationShaded and Wooded LotsTall trees give shade but starve lawns and sun-lovers. Here is how to design a landscape that thrives…Learn more Call us and we will walk your yard, check the soil, sun and drainage and give you a clear plan and a written scope for new landscaping, lawn care or outdoor living.
