Planted rain gardens and stone-lined dry creek beds that collect, slow and soak up runoff while adding beauty to the yard.
Instead of fighting runoff, a rain garden or a dry creek bed works with it. A rain garden is a shallow, planted basin that collects water from a roof or drive and lets it soak in over a day or two. A dry creek bed is a stone-lined channel that carries water from one place to another and looks like a natural stream when dry. Both solve problems and add interest, turning a wet spot into a feature.
We design these features by studying the slope, the soil and the flow. A rain garden needs the right size and depth, a stable inlet, an overflow and native plants that tolerate wet roots and dry spells. A dry creek bed needs a graded channel, fabric, a mix of river stone and boulders and sometimes small bridges or plantings along the edge. We choose plants such as irises, sedges, switchgrass and blue flag that thrive in these conditions and attract pollinators, and we explain how to care for them. We also choose stone sizes and plant mixes that look natural next to your house, and we leave a simple plan for clearing leaves and refreshing mulch so the feature works well through many storms.
Slope, soil and water sources decide the size and shape.
Rain gardens hold water briefly and let it soak in.
Dry creek beds move water and look natural when dry.
Species are chosen to handle both flooded and dry periods.
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BeforeAfterWorks with runoff.
Less flooding.
Carry flow safely.
Color and wildlife.
Stable inlets and edges.
Simple upkeep.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Site situationWet Yards and Drainage ProblemsStanding water kills plants and floods foundations. Here is how grading, drains, rain gardens and the right plants…Learn more 
Site situationSloped and Hilly YardsHills mean runoff, erosion and tricky mowing. Here is how walls, terraces, groundcovers and drainage make a slope…Learn more 
Site situationLarge Lots and AcreageBig properties need a plan that works at scale. Here is how zones, long views, native plantings and…Learn more Enter bed size, plant type and spacing to see how many plants, how much mulch and how much water to plan for.
You tell us about your yard and what you want, new landscaping, a lawn fix or a patio, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We walk the property, measure the areas and check sun, shade, soil, drainage and access, noting existing plants and anything worth keeping.
We explain your options for plants, materials and layout, sketch the design and give you a written scope with clear timing and pricing.
We arrange for underground utilities to be located, protect the house and lawn, remove what must go and rebuild the soil and base.
We install plants, sod, stone and lighting with the crew on site from the first delivery to the last load of mulch, keeping the site tidy as we go.
We walk you through watering and care, leave a simple guide, clean up and set a reminder for your first-season check.
Often ten to thirty percent of the area that drains to it, depending on soil.
No. Water drains within a day or two, before mosquitoes can breed.
Iris, sedge, switchgrass, cardinal flower and other wet-tolerant plants.
Yes. It can carry roof or yard runoff to a safe outlet.
Occasional weeding, mulch and clearing debris keep them working.
French Drains and DrainageFrench drains, catch basins and downspout lines that carry standing water away from the house and dry out…Explore 
Native and Pollinator GardensGardens of Tennessee native plants that feed bees and butterflies, thrive with less water and bring wildlife to…Explore 
Grading and Erosion ControlRegrading, swales, erosion matting and stone armoring that stop washouts and shape the land to carry water safely.Explore 
Ponds and Water FeaturesPonds, streams, waterfalls and fountains designed and built with proper liners, pumps and filtration for clear, healthy water.Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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