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Landscaping in Phoenix, AZ
Landscaping is the living and low-water side of a yard: desert planting, decorative rock, artificial turf, putting greens and lighting. In Phoenix the smart approach is water-wise design that stays green and vibrant through 115-degree summers on a fraction of the water a traditional lawn needs, paired with the hardscape that anchors it.
Solterra designs and builds landscaping across the Phoenix metro that belongs in the desert. A Valley yard cannot be treated like a Midwest lawn: real grass drinks water the region is trying to conserve, browns out in the heat, and demands constant upkeep. We build low-water, high-impact spaces instead, pairing durable hardscape with drought-tolerant planting, decorative gravel, artificial turf and smart irrigation so the yard looks alive year round without an enormous water bill. It is design-to-build under one team, from the first concept to the last plant.
Water-wise landscaping built for the Valley
The desert rewards a different playbook: native and drought-tolerant plants, decorative rock and gravel, xeriscape zones, and artificial turf where you want green without the water. Done well, a low-water yard is not sparse or bare, it is layered and vibrant, with color and texture that hold up in full sun. We hydrozone planting so each area gets exactly the water it needs through efficient drip, which cuts your bill and keeps everything alive through the summer. Many Valley cities also offer grass-removal rebates, an honest bonus for converting thirsty lawn to desert-appropriate landscape.
Turf, putting greens and green space that stays green
Artificial turf is the workhorse of a low-maintenance Phoenix yard: a full lawn, a pet run or a true putting green that stays green every month with no watering, mowing or overseeding. The quality lives in the base and drainage, not the blade, so we build turf on a compacted, free-draining base that sheds monsoon water fast and stays firm underfoot for years. Turf integrates cleanly with the rest of the design, bordering a paver patio, wrapping a fire pit, or sitting alongside desert planting for a mixed, resilient yard.
Design-to-build, lighting and the finishing layer
Landscaping is where a yard comes together, so we design it as one plan rather than a series of add-ons. That means laying out planting, turf, gravel and hardscape together, then finishing with low-voltage LED lighting that extends the evening, improves safety and highlights the plants, walls and trees after dark. We can present the design in 3D so you see the space before we build it, and we handle the whole thing in-house so the planting, irrigation and lighting all work as a system in the desert.
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Landscape services we build
Artificial Turf
Artificial turf and grass installation across Phoenix: backyards, pet turf and putting greens built for desert heat and drainage. Licensed since 2012. Free estimate.
Putting Greens
Custom backyard putting greens across Phoenix: true roll, proper cups, fringe and contour on a free-draining base. Zero water, green year round. Free estimate.
Landscape Design
Full-service landscape design in Phoenix: hardscape, planting, lighting and irrigation in one plan with 3D renders. Licensed since 2012. Free estimate.
Landscape Lighting
Low-voltage LED landscape lighting across Phoenix: path, uplighting, wash and hardscape lights that extend evenings and highlight desert plants. ROC 359628.
Desert Landscaping
Desert landscaping and xeriscape design across Phoenix: drought-tolerant desert plants, decorative rock and low-water yards. Licensed since 2012. Free estimate.
Landscape: common questions
We've answered the most common questions to help you understand the process, timing, and what to expect.
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What is the best low-water landscaping for Phoenix?
A mix of drought-tolerant desert planting, decorative rock and gravel, artificial turf where you want green, and efficient drip irrigation. Xeriscape design keeps a yard vibrant on a fraction of the water a traditional lawn needs, which matters both for your bill and for the Valley water supply.
Is artificial turf or real grass better in Arizona?
For most Phoenix yards, artificial turf. Real grass needs constant water, mowing and overseeding and still browns out in the heat. Quality UV-stable turf on a proper drainage base stays green year round with no water or mowing, and it drains monsoon rain fast when the base is built correctly.
Do you offer landscape design with 3D renders?
Yes. Our design-to-build process can include 3D renders so you can see the layout, materials and planting before anything is built. It removes the guesswork on a bigger project and makes it easy to adjust the plan before we break ground.
Can low-water landscaping still look lush?
Absolutely. Water-wise does not mean bare gravel. Layered desert planting, accent turf, decorative rock, lighting and hardscape create a rich, cohesive look with real color and texture, all engineered to thrive in full sun on minimal water.
Do you handle the irrigation and drainage too?
Yes. We design and install efficient drip irrigation hydrozoned to your planting, plus the grading and drainage that move monsoon water away from the house. Planting, turf, irrigation and drainage are built together as one system so the yard survives the desert.
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