Landscape design & planting
Plan bed shapes, plant spacing and the connections between your home, lawn and gathering areas. Choose plants for the light, mature size and upkeep that fit your property.
Our landscaping services
Bring your lawn, planting and outdoor spaces together—with a plan for the ground and water beneath them.
Lush Backyard Transformation · Mint Hill, NC
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Refresh one part of the yard or coordinate a larger change. We’ll help you connect the work in a practical order.
Sod installation
Replace bare or worn-out lawn with fresh sod over prepared ground. We consider the grade, growing conditions and watering plan before installation.
See a Mint Hill lawn transformationMulch & pine straw
Refresh landscape beds with defined edges and a finish suited to the planting. Compare mulch and pine straw for the look, coverage and upkeep you want.
Lawn leveling & grading
Address uneven ground, rough transitions and low spots as part of a more usable yard. The scope starts with the existing levels and where water needs to go.
Drainage & French drains
Investigate standing water, soft ground or recurring washout. Grading, a drain or a rock channel may be appropriate—the route and outlet matter as much as the surface finish.
Artificial turf
Create a defined grass-like surface where reduced mowing is a priority. Discuss the base, drainage, intended use and ongoing cleaning before choosing the finish.
Explore Backyard RenewalHedge & shrub trimming
Bring overgrown shrubs back into the layout, with attention to their shape and the space around windows, paths and nearby planting.
River rock & dry creek beds
Use stone to define beds, finish edges or shape a runoff feature. We plan the placement and water movement rather than treating decorative rock as a drainage fix on its own.
Seasonal cleanups
Clear leaves, debris and overgrowth before refreshing the lawn or beds. A cleanup can be a focused project or the preparation stage of a larger landscape renovation.
Land clearing & brush removal
Starting with a heavily overgrown area? Explore Urban Land Clearing for brush removal and site-clearing work before planning the finished landscape.
Planting, lawn work, drainage and hardscaping often overlap. Tell us about the whole space—even if you want to complete it in phases.
Discuss a combined projectSee how different yards came together
These are Urban projects, with the starting conditions, completed work and photographs available in each project story.
A team that sees the whole property
A good-looking finish starts with a workable plan—and a crew that can bring the connected parts together.
Licensed & insured
Work with a professional team that takes your property and the work seriously.
One coordinated plan
Connect beds, grass, grading and hardscape so each improvement works with the next.
Clear project quotes
Discuss your priorities and the proposed scope before deciding how to move forward.
Groundwork before finishes
Consider the slope, water movement, soil conditions and access before new planting or lawn goes in.
Real work you can inspect
Explore complete project stories and photographs, not just a list of promised services.
A careful finish
Review the completed work, cleanup and relevant care with the team at the walkthrough.
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Decide what your yard needs first
The right finish depends on how you use the space and what the site can support. We’ll help you compare the practical choices.
Choose the surface for the space
Start with sunlight, foot traffic and the care you want to take on.
- Natural lawnRoom for everyday use, with grass selection and watering suited to the site.
- Planted bedsStructure, color and defined edges where lawn is not the best use of the space.
- Artificial turfA grass-like finish without mowing, with cleaning and drainage still part of the plan.
Follow the water
Note where runoff starts, where it collects and how long the ground stays wet. A French drain is one option, not the answer to every wet yard; the diagnosis and a suitable outlet come first.
Explore lawn leveling & gradingSet the scope, budget and care plan
Access, removal, ground preparation, materials and the size of the area all affect the quote. If you want phases, resolve groundwork and connections before spending on finishes that may need to be disturbed later.
Discuss your prioritiesFrom the first walkthrough to a finished yard
Walk the property
Look at the lawn, beds, levels, water movement, shade and access. Show us the areas that matter most to you.
Agree on the plan
Work through the layout, materials and priorities. Review the scope, quote and schedule, including phases where useful.
Prepare the ground
Complete the agreed clearing, bed preparation, grading or drainage work before installing the finished surfaces.
Bring it together
Install the selected sod, planting, mulch, stone or turf, with attention to edges and adjoining areas.
Walk through & plan care
Review the result and cleanup, then discuss the watering and upkeep relevant to the work completed.
Tell us what you want to change
Your quote is free and comes with no obligation. We’ll call or text within 24 hours to discuss your project.
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Useful answers about the choices, preparation and care behind a lasting landscape improvement.
How much will my landscaping project cost?
The quote depends on the area, access, removal, preparation, materials and work involved. A bed refresh is a different scope from regrading a yard and installing sod or drainage. Tell us your priorities and budget so we can discuss a useful scope rather than guess at a price from the service name alone.
Should I choose sod, overseeding or artificial turf?
Sod can establish a new natural lawn over prepared ground. Overseeding adds grass to an existing lawn where the conditions and remaining cover are suitable. Artificial turf offers a different finish with its own base, drainage and cleaning needs. Sunlight, traffic, appearance and ongoing care help determine the right fit.
Read about overseedingDo I need drainage work before new grass or planting?
Recurring standing water, washout or persistently soft ground is worth assessing before installation. The cause may involve the grade, runoff from another area or an unsuitable drainage route. We look at the conditions before recommending grading, a drain or another approach; covering the problem with fresh grass or mulch is not a complete solution.
Explore lawn levelingHow do I choose plants and grass for a Charlotte yard?
Start with the light, soil moisture, available space and maintenance you want. A hardiness-zone lookup helps assess winter cold, but it does not tell the whole story about shade, drainage or summer conditions. Check your exact location and choose for the actual growing conditions rather than relying on one region-wide label.
When should I plan planting or lawn work?
Timing depends on what is being installed. Cool-season and warm-season grasses have different establishment windows, and planting decisions also depend on the species, weather and watering plan. We discuss timing for your proposed work instead of treating every landscaping project as a fall-only job.
How long will the work take?
The scope, site preparation, access, weather and material availability all affect the schedule. A focused cleanup or bed refresh is different from a multi-part renovation. We discuss the expected work sequence and schedule before starting; share any events or access constraints during the quote process.
Can we complete the project in phases?
Yes. Explain what you want to achieve now and what may come later. Planning the levels, drainage, access and connections together can help avoid disturbing finished work when the next phase begins.
What care will the new landscape need?
Care depends on the materials and planting. New sod and plants need an appropriate establishment and watering plan; mulch, stone and artificial turf have different upkeep. We review the relevant care with you at the walkthrough so you know what needs attention after installation.
Are financing options available?
Financing options are available through Lyon for qualified projects. Ask during the quote process about current options, terms and eligibility before finalizing your scope.
Can you combine landscaping with a patio or retaining wall?
Yes. Urban’s projects can bring together lawn, planting, grading and hardscaping. Planning the finished levels, edges and access as one project helps the separate parts work together.
Explore our hardscaping servicesLandscaping across the Charlotte area
Based in Mint Hill, we work with homeowners across Charlotte and the nearby communities below. Include your address and the work you have in mind so we can confirm the fit for your project.
CharlotteMint HillMatthewsIndian TrailStallingsWeddingtonWaxhawPinevilleConcordHuntersvilleCorneliusDavidsonMooresville
