Earthworks
Verified Pro
7½+ years online5.0
Landscaping & Hardscape in Athens, GA
Compare 29 landscaping & hardscape contractors near you in Athens and surrounding area with an average rating of 4.7/5. Get free quotes, read reviews, and find the right pro for your project.
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Green Scene Landscape, LLC
Verified Pro
3+ years online5.0(34)
City Garden Company
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12+ years online4.8
Greenbriar Landscape Management
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14+ years online4.8
The GreenKeepers LLC
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3 years online4.7
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Landscaping & Hardscape in Athens, GA
Athens GA landscaping deals with the same red clay soils as Atlanta but with more rural lots and University of Georgia campus-influenced aesthetics. Native plant palettes (oakleaf hydrangea, redbud, dogwood, native azaleas) thrive without irrigation. Athens-Clarke County tree ordinance protects significant trees. Older Five Points and Cobbham homes have mature canopies worth preserving. NeedInstall connects you with Athens landscapers who handle ACC tree permits, design with native palettes, and install proper drainage in clay-heavy lots.
Athens landscaping runs $4,500-$25,000 for residential redesigns. GA requires a state contractor license over $2,500. Athens-Clarke County tree ordinance permits for protected trees. Standard 1-3 week install. Heavy summer humidity slows establishment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Tree removal rules?
- Athens-Clarke County tree ordinance protects significant trees over a DBH threshold. Permit required for removal — allow 4-8 weeks. Replacement plantings often required.
- Best grass?
- Tall fescue (turf-type) for shaded yards, Bermuda for full sun. Zoysia (Zenith, Empire) handles heat and partial shade well. Avoid Kentucky bluegrass — too thirsty.
- How much will it cost?
- Backyard makeover with patio, plantings, and irrigation typically $12K-$28K. Front-yard refresh $4K-$9K. Wide variance — get 2-3 quotes.
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