Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Austin Landscape Design Partner
Southern Landscape has redefined outdoor living across Austin and the Hill Country since 1982, crafting award-winning landscapes that reflect each client's unique vision. Our dedicated team of designers, masons, welders, carpenters, irrigators, and landscapers ensures every project is flawlessly installed and tailored to the vibrant essence of Texas surroundings. With decades of experience, we combine creative design with technical precision to transform properties into functional, beautiful spaces. Our commitment to quality extends through every phase, from initial consultation to ongoing maintenance, ensuring lasting value for homeowners.We serve Austin, Westlake, Rollingwood, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, Dripping Springs, and Wimberley, offering comprehensive services including landscape design, hardscaping, outdoor living structures, and irrigation systems. Our process prioritizes client collaboration, transparent communication, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every project meets both aesthetic and practical needs. Recognized for excellence in design and execution, we maintain a reputation built on trust, reliability, and a passion for creating outdoor environments that stand the test of time.
Services
Landscape Design
Hardscaping
Outdoor Kitchens
Retaining Walls
Irrigation Systems
Fireplaces & Fire Pits
Fencing
Decks
Arbors & Pergolas
Vineyards
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in Austin's unique terrain and climate.
- Our in-house teams ensure seamless design-to-construction execution.
- Custom designs prioritize both aesthetic beauty and functional longevity.
- We provide comprehensive maintenance to preserve your landscape investment.
- Our client-focused process guarantees transparent communication throughout projects.
What people say
Outstanding craftsmanship
Professional crews
Creative solutions
Detailed attention
Lasting value
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates tailored outdoor environments combining artistic vision with technical expertise. We conduct thorough site analyses, develop 2D/3D renderings, and curate plant palettes to ensure year-round beauty. Our iterative process prioritizes client collaboration, budget development, and material selection. Projects range from $10,000 to $1,000,000+, with designs focused on sustainability and Texas-native species. Each plan integrates horticultural science with aesthetic considerations for enduring results.
Hardscaping
Hardscaping services include patios, walkways, and retaining walls using premium stone, pavers, and concrete. Our craftsmen employ advanced engineering techniques for structural integrity while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Projects address terrain challenges, erosion control, and functional space creation. We offer material curation from exclusive suppliers and use 3D visualization tools for design approval. Each installation combines artistic vision with technical precision to withstand Texas' climate conditions while enhancing property value.
Outdoor Kitchens
Custom outdoor kitchens integrate premium appliances, durable countertops, and weather-resistant cabinetry into functional culinary spaces. Our designs consider workflow, storage, and entertainment needs while ensuring seamless integration with existing landscapes. We handle complete installations including gas lines, electrical components, and irrigation systems. Projects emphasize durability against Texas weather while maintaining elegant aesthetics through material selection and strategic lighting integration.
Retaining Walls
Retaining wall construction addresses sloped terrain challenges through structurally sound designs using natural stone, concrete blocks, or timber. Our engineers calculate load requirements and drainage needs to prevent soil erosion while creating usable outdoor spaces. Walls serve both functional and decorative purposes, enabling multi-level gardens, pool surrounds, and terraced seating areas. Each project incorporates proper reinforcement techniques for long-term stability in Texas soil conditions.
Irrigation Systems
Professional irrigation systems ensure efficient water distribution for healthy landscapes. Our Texas Licensed Irrigators design custom layouts considering soil composition, plant needs, and local water regulations. Installations include smart controllers, drip irrigation zones, and drainage solutions to optimize water conservation. Systems integrate with existing landscapes while providing seasonal adjustments. We prioritize drought-tolerant solutions for xeriscaping while maintaining aesthetic appeal through discreet component placement.
People
Ashleigh
Designer
Ashleigh specializes in creating natural, Austin-native landscape designs through collaborative client consultations. She dedicates extra time to refine details while balancing creative vision with practical implementation. Her projects consistently exceed expectations through attentive revisions and expertise in Texas-specific horticulture.
Cody
Crew Leader
Cody leads installation teams with professionalism and technical expertise, ensuring clean workspaces daily. He demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship in hardscaping and landscaping projects while maintaining respectful property treatment throughout construction phases.
Sara
Designer
Sara combines landscape design knowledge with patient client collaboration, adapting plans through multiple revisions. She specializes in functional outdoor space planning while ensuring construction teams execute designs with precision and care.
Fico
Team Foreman
Fico demonstrates leadership through organized project execution and skilled craftsmanship. He maintains professional conduct while overseeing complex installations, ensuring quality standards across large-scale landscaping and hardscaping projects.
Darren
Landscaper
Darren contributes to high-quality installations with attention to detail and professional conduct. He demonstrates expertise in various landscaping techniques while maintaining courteous client interactions throughout project timelines.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Austin, Westlake, Rollingwood, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, Dripping Springs, and Wimberley.
What landscape services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscape design, hardscaping, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, irrigation systems, fencing, decks, and maintenance programs.
How does your design process work?
Our process includes consultation, 2D/3D design visualization, material selection, budget development, and collaborative revisions before construction begins.
Do you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we're a true design-build firm with in-house designers and construction crews ensuring seamless project execution from concept to completion.
What maintenance options exist?
We offer customized maintenance programs covering irrigation management, plant care, and seasonal adjustments to preserve your landscape investment.
How are project timelines managed?
We provide clear schedules with dedicated crews working exclusively on your project until completion, typically finishing before starting new assignments.
Reviews (6)
Sharon Hidalgo
Sep 22, 2021
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Could not be happier with the work done by Southern Landscape. We did a small backyard rework for my Mom and they have exceeded our expectations. Thank you to the team of experts that figured out how to have an oasis under a giant tree with roots! Thank you!
Julie H.
Feb 03, 2021
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Critical: Value We paid for a landscape plan that was not very good so never implemented. Not worth the expense. Bad mistake on our part.
Holly Varpness
Jan 10, 2021
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I never write bad reviews, but I hope this one prevents someone from losing money from Southern Landscape. Last year, we got a preliminary design done by Colleen. She didn't ask anything about our desires for our project, and designed a space that was not at all what we wanted and way beyond our budget. We requested edits to the design, but we never heard back. After many weeks, we sent a message through their website saying the project was unfinished and we wanted the design file to have someone else fix it.
A woman named Shannon sent us a PDF file that could not be edited, and we never heard back. After spending a lot of money on the design, we ended up with nothing. This company lacks professionalism and ethics.
A woman named Shannon sent us a PDF file that could not be edited, and we never heard back. After spending a lot of money on the design, we ended up with nothing. This company lacks professionalism and ethics.
Seth Nagle
Sep 19, 2020
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Be very careful working with Southern Landscape. We reached out for a proposal to put in a sandstone patio in the backyard. Our budget was around 8,000 - 12,000. Upon looking at the space Colleen said that the project was doable and within price range. After paying the $500 design fee we received back 4 proposals several weeks later ranging from. 18,000 - 40,000. Their was one proposal that was around 12,000 that included nothing that we discussed.
We've written several emails and have not heard anything back. Trying to get back half of our design fee as outlined in the contract. When asked why the proposals were so high Colleen stated that was the cost of sandstone. If the project was going to be that high I wish we knew before we started down this path Not sure where mis communication occurred but all were hoping to do now is get back the $250 outlined in the contract.
We've written several emails and have not heard anything back. Trying to get back half of our design fee as outlined in the contract. When asked why the proposals were so high Colleen stated that was the cost of sandstone. If the project was going to be that high I wish we knew before we started down this path Not sure where mis communication occurred but all were hoping to do now is get back the $250 outlined in the contract.
Seth
Mar 24, 2020
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Be very careful working with Southern Landscape. We reached out for a proposal to put in a sandstone patio in the backyard. Our budget was around 8,000 - 12,000. Upon looking at the space Colleen said that the project was doable and within price range. After paying the $500 design fee we received back 4 proposals several weeks later ranging from. 18,000 - 40,000. Their was one proposal that was around 12,000 that included nothing that we discussed.
We've written several emails and have not heard anything back. Trying to get back half of our design fee as outlined in the contract. When asked why the proposals were so high Colleen stated that was the cost of sandstone. If the project was going to be that high I wish we knew before we started down this path Not sure where mis communication occurred but all were hoping to do now is get back the $250 outlined in the contract.
We've written several emails and have not heard anything back. Trying to get back half of our design fee as outlined in the contract. When asked why the proposals were so high Colleen stated that was the cost of sandstone. If the project was going to be that high I wish we knew before we started down this path Not sure where mis communication occurred but all were hoping to do now is get back the $250 outlined in the contract.
Lisa P.
Jul 17, 2017
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There are very few landscape contractors that do what they say they are going to do - Southern Landscape does. You are the only contractor we recommend.
