Native and shade-loving plantings that suit Middle Tennessee soil, support pollinators and need less water and care.
Native plants are made for this region. They handle clay soil, summer heat and winter cold with less water and fertilizer than many imports, and they feed butterflies, bees and birds. Shade gardens turn dark corners under mature trees into calm, green places to sit. Nashville owners add native and shade gardens around patios to create a natural, relaxed setting.
Your designer checks the light and soil in each area and chooses native perennials, grasses, shrubs and groundcovers that thrive there. The crew prepares beds without damaging tree roots, plants in drifts rather than single specimens and mulches to hold moisture. The scope lists plant choices, bloom times and a simple first-year care routine. Patience pays. Native plantings often look modest in the first year as roots grow, then fill in and bloom more strongly in the second and third. We plan for that with temporary annuals and mulch so beds look good at every stage. Seed heads and grasses feed birds in winter, so we leave some standing and cut back in late winter. A short yearly care guide explains when to divide, trim and refresh each planting so the garden stays healthy and tidy.
Full sun, part shade and deep shade need different plants, and we map the light before choosing.
Native perennials and grasses are adapted to local soil and weather and attract pollinators and birds.
In shade gardens we protect roots and plant gently around trees.
Planting in groups and layers looks natural and fills in beds, which also reduces weeds.
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BeforeAfterConditions reviewed.
Plants selected.
Soil improved without root damage.
Layers installed.
Plants established.
Seasonal tips shared.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
ResourceUT ExtensionThe University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture's Extension service, which publishes research-based guidance on lawns, gardens, trees and…Learn more ResourceWeb Soil SurveyA free online tool from the Natural Resources Conservation Service that maps soil types and their properties for…Learn more 
Comparison guideTennessee Climate and ClayHow Middle Tennessee heat, heavy rain, clay soil and freeze-thaw cycles affect patios, decks, walls and plants.Learn more Pick a patio, deck, kitchen, fire pit, wall or lighting job, set the size and add extras to see a ballpark planning range. Placeholder values only.
You tell us how you want to use your outdoor space. One call sets up a visit that fits your day.
A designer walks the yard, measures, notes slope, drainage, sun, trees and utilities and listens to your goals.
You see a layout, materials and a written scope with the base, drainage, structures and schedule before anything begins.
Utility marking is requested, the area is excavated and a compacted stone base and drainage are built first.
Surfaces, walls, structures and features are built in a clear order, with checks and photos along the way.
The site is cleaned up, the space is explained on a walk-through and care tips are shared.
Coneflower, black-eyed Susan, switchgrass and many others do well, and we choose for your light.
Once established, many need less than non-native plants.
Ferns, hostas, wild ginger and other shade plants, and we match them to your trees.
Yes, many are rich in nectar and host plants.
Not when designed with structure, edges and layered plantings.
Planting Beds and MulchNew and renovated planting beds with prepared soil, layered plants, edging and mulch that stay tidy and healthy…Explore 
Landscape DesignComplete landscape design that ties patios, plantings, paths and lighting into one plan that fits your yard and…Explore 
Tree Planting and ShrubsShade trees, ornamental trees and shrubs selected, planted and staked for strong roots and long-term shade around outdoor…Explore 
Seasonal Planting and ColorSeasonal annuals, bulbs and mums that refresh beds and pots for spring, summer, fall and winter around your…Explore Tell us about your yard and one designer will call you back to set up a visit.
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