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Top-Rated Landscapers in Mills River - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for ZR Landscaping and Grading
ZR Landscaping and Grading
4.5(
146
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenSod - InstallLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+4 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"ZR Landscaping transformed the mud pit that was our backyard into a beautiful patio with new landscaping and a retaining wall. The team showed up regularly and worked extremely hard each day to finish within two weeks. Communication and customer service were excellent throughout the entire process and the team left our yard and driveway clean afterwards."
ROCK WORK
My Work
New home landscaping
My Work
My Work

+92

Response time2 days
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Chase Property Maintenance
Chase Property Maintenance
5.0(
27
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Designer - LandscapeSod - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden+6 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elijah was honest and very courteous when visiting our house for the estimate. He himself worked very hard and was always present when work was being done by others. All jobs were completed per the professional estimate we received, and I highly recommend that you speak to this young man if you need any landscaping work done."
Before
Before
Before
Before
Before

+176

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Nava Brothers Lawn Care and Landscaping LLC
Nava Brothers Lawn Care and Landscaping LLC
4.9(
21
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape Curbing - InstallLandscape Curbing - Install - For Business+4 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nor and his crew were excellent. They were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. They worked diligently and they were fast. They were on time, and cleaned up thoroughly. The backfill project looks great. I highly recommend Nava Landscaping! I will definitely use their services again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Champions Landscaping, Tree and Cleanup Services
Champions Landscaping, Tree and Cleanup Services
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenRetaining Wall - InstallDesigner - Landscape+4 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Crew is very professional super knowledgeable and helped me with a lot of decision-making Throughout the spring cleanup. Highly recommend it this company takes care of my weekly maintenance as well as my neighbors and friends down the road everybody loves these guys! Very strong hard-working men. If there is anything that you need done to your yard please contact these guys it will be done in no time at a great reasonable price."
Landscaping Project
Walkway to house
Pavers for back yard upgrade
Lawn care
Lawn care

+30

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Stollenmaier Hardscape & Pond
4.8(
32
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pat, Jim, and his team were a pleasure to work with. Jim designed our space and designed it with all of the features we wanted. Each work day, they arrived to the job site on time and worked **** ** our job. After the job was completed, Jim came by our home to check the patio after it had rained to make sure there weren't any spots that needed to be fixed. We never had any issues during the construction and would strongly recommend them to everyone. They stand behind their work and do a great job."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

Xeriscaping can be more affordable than traditional landscaping, but it depends on your landscape design. However, you will save on water. If you live in an arid climate or a location prone to droughts, xeriscaping is an especially efficient way of reducing your lawn’s water demand without detracting from the beauty of your yard.

Grass is the most popular and safest option for planting over a septic drain field, but you can also plant small flowering plants and other lightweight plants that don’t have woody or deep roots. Avoid trees and bushes within 10 feet of the field, as the woody roots can crack the perforated pipes. You should also avoid planting vegetable or fruit gardens over your drain field, as a leak from the pipes could contaminate the soil and put anyone who eats the produce at risk.

If shade is a priority for you, then panting elm trees is a fine choice. A full mature elm tree has enough aesthetic appeal for some folks that it could add value to your home. 

That said, never plant elm trees too close to your home, sewer line, or sidewalks, as their roots can damage these, which can lead to costly repairs.

Monkey grass makes a beautiful, low-maintenance ground cover, particularly in shadier areas where other grasses don’t receive enough sunlight to grow. It’s also excellent for edging walkways, bordering flower beds, and accenting rock gardens. You can grow it as a container plant, as well, which is a perfect solution for those who love its foliage but want to contain the spread.

If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.

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