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Fertile Ground Gardens

Updated 2026-07-08 · 2,223 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 19 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(19) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Landscape Design & InstallationCommercial LandscapingHardscaping, Patios & Retaining WallsTree Trimming & RemovalLawn Care & Maintenance
Fertile Ground Gardens
Services
Landscape Design & Installation, Commercial Landscaping, Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls
Reviews
19

What recent reviews say

Fertile Ground Gardens earns trust through Julie, Megan, Loretta, and staff who listen closely, spend time understanding each yard's drainage and planting needs, and follow through with detail. Most work spans design, installation, and multi-year maintenance of native and xeriscape gardens; reviewers note the team moves quickly, keeps projects on schedule even when compressed, and stands by results.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and creative staff
  • detailed plant and design attention
  • responsive and communicative
  • organic and sustainable focus
Watch-outs
  • over-trimming and overcharging
  • poor communication on account issues
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Best for: Homeowners planning multi-stage renovations or long-term maintenance; those prioritizing native and drought-tolerant plants.
Think twice if: One older review cited over-trimming and billing disputes with unresolved communication; check current communication protocols.

Strengths

  • Certified organic and sustainable practices
  • Julie and team known for honest consultation
  • Plant-by-plant maintenance detail
  • Named recognition (Austin Chronicle Best Landscaper seven years)

Worth knowing

  • Julie, Megan, Loretta, and Corbin mentioned as lead staff
  • Lueder stone paths, drip irrigation, metal edging, welded steel structures noted in recent projects
  • One multi-year remodel spanning 2021-present with multiple phases
  • Plant-by-plant pruning and weeding described in maintenance service
  • Winter clean-up and spring installations completed on tight timelines

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation
Creative design consultation highly praised; staff interpret client vision carefully and offer honest advice on feasibility.
Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls
Lueder stone paths, steel structures, and leveling work executed to exacting standards with proper grading and drainage.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Monthly maintenance described as plant-by-plant attention, outperforming typical lawn crews in detail and care.
xeriscape-native
Xeriscape and native planting expertise consistently praised; multiple clients report year-round landscape vitality and low maintenance.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.72 average across the 148 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 53% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 84
Review volume 56
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you work on rental properties or one-off consultations?
Yes. One recent review describes Julie spending time on expert consultation for a rental property the client ultimately decided not to pursue, with no pressure to hire.
Can you handle large multi-year projects in stages?
Yes. One client completed a yard remodel in stages from 2021 onward, and the team accommodated urgent timelines for party hosting.
What does your monthly maintenance include?
Plant pruning, weeding, leaf cleaning, and plant-by-plant attention; reviewers note results look freshly installed after each visit.
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Last updated 2026-07-08