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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 Christian Brothers Grading & Landscape
Christian Brothers Grading & Landscape
4.8(
86
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After Helene I was washing away when it rained. The guys came out and put up. A retaining wall, put in pipes to keep the water from coming into my yard and also put in a drain to help with the water. I highly recommend these guys to do any kind of landscaping. They are number 1 in my book. Also they were so nice."
Concrete wall
Concrete wall
Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
18 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(
8
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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

"Champions Landscaping does an awesome job! They are very hard working, trustworthy, reliable, and delightful to work with. They have helped with many overwhelming projects over the years- huge cleanups, bush and tree removal, edging, laying mulch and river rock and more."
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

Since the nature of the landscaping project can heavily influence the overall cost, it helps to understand what different types of landscaping projects cost on average. For example:

  • Plant a tree: $100–$2,000

  • Build a retaining wall: $3,250–$9,200

  • Reseed a lawn: $450–$1,700

  • Install a water fountain: $950–$4,800

  • Install a paver patio: $2,400–$7,000

  • Install a concrete walkway: $1,200–$2,400

  • Install a flower bed: $800–$3,000

  • Landscape lighting: $2,000–$6,000

You should use mulch because it protects garden soil in a few key ways. This extra layer between the ground and the elements protects against erosion, helps your soil maintain moisture, regulates changes in temperature, adds nutrients as it decomposes, and keeps weeds at bay.

A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

Plant privet hedges at least 1 foot apart in a trench about 2 feet wide and 2 feet deep. It’s important to space privet hedges relatively far apart due to how quickly they grow to significant sizes and heights. You don’t want to crowd privet plants, or they could overcrowd each other, causing unwanted damage.

The primary disadvantages of xeriscaping are the high upfront cost and the significant labor required to establish it. A xeriscaping project can cost between $3,000 and $24,000 on average. Additionally, the resulting landscape will have less of a traditional green appearance, which may not appeal to everyone's personal taste and could potentially narrow your pool of buyers if you decide to sell your home. However, despite these initial drawbacks, the long-term benefits include saving water, time, and money on lawn maintenance.

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