Expert Landscape Design to Complete Your Outdoor Oasis in Charlotte & Raleigh
The perfect landscape is the living, breathing element that ties your entire outdoor living space together. At SunSouth Carolinas, we believe that a stunning patio or pool is only truly complete when it’s complemented by thoughtful landscape design. Our expert team integrates beautiful softscaping—from elegant palms to vibrant flowerbeds—as the essential finishing touch to our premier hardscaping projects.
Landscaping as Part of a Greater Vision
To provide a seamless, high-quality experience, SunSouth Carolinas specializes in offering landscape design and installation as a comprehensive component of our major hardscaping projects (such as pools, patios, and outdoor kitchens). Our goal is to create a unified outdoor environment where the “hardscape” and “softscape” are designed in harmony. Please note, we do not offer standalone lawn maintenance, mowing, or planting-only services.
See How Landscaping Elevates Hardscaping
Notice how the right plants, sod, and trees can transform a project from a simple construction to a breathtaking oasis. Explore our portfolio to see how we use landscape design to soften edges, add color, and create a natural ambiance around our hardscape installations in the Charlotte and Raleigh areas.





Why Our Integrated Approach Creates a Better Result
By designing the hardscape and landscape elements together, we deliver a more thoughtful, harmonious, and ultimately more beautiful final product for your home.
A Unified Vision
Our designers consider your entire backyard from the very beginning, ensuring the placement of plants, trees, and turf perfectly complements the layout of your new patio or pool.
Problem-Solving with Plants
We expertly use landscaping to enhance your space. This can include planting for privacy around a pool, using greenery to soften a retaining wall, or designing beds that add seasonal color.
Right Plant, Right Place
With a deep understanding of the Carolina climate, we help you select beautiful, sustainable plants, trees, and shrubs that will thrive in your yard and complement your lifestyle.
Protecting Your Investment
We plan for the future. Our designs account for root systems and mature plant sizes to ensure they won’t interfere with your hardscape’s foundation in the years to come.
Our Google Reviews
If you’ve been wondering what people are saying about SunSouth Carolinas, we have the answer! With over 600 completed projects and reviews, and a large number of 5-star ratings on our Google profile, we’re proud to show you some of those reviews.
EXCELLENT Based on 212 reviews Posted on Shannon ColeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My back patio turned out beautifully! We added a privacy wall with electric fireplace stone front and screened in the area. The communication and process was great and they do it the RIGHT way by pulling permits with the city. Would highly recommend and I come across a lot of contractors as a Realtor!Posted on Steve TillerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very pleased with my 500 square foot patio paver/fence/river rock/outdoor lighting project. Great people from start to finish. Would use them again and I highly recommend Sun South Carolinas if you’re looking to do similar work.Posted on Chad GirouardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We would highly recommend Sun South to anyone looking for a capable team to tackle an outdoor project. It was a pleasure to work with the whole team. Carlos designed a beautiful garden based on our vision and initial meeting. Ginny and Olennys were helpful and responsive throughout the process and kept us updated on scheduling and details. The crew that worked on site was friendly, professional and cleaned up after themselves before leaving every day. We’re thrilled with the completed project and the value that we received!Posted on James BassTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. SunSouth installed a patio in my backyard recently. We were so pleased with the outcome that we put iron FB for our friends to see plus our neighbors have been looking at it because of our satisfaction with the project. SunSouth is very Professional and great to work with.Posted on Sahrish JavedTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really can't recommend SunSouth enough. They truly transformed my backyard from an unusable steel hillside forest to a level and safe backyard for my family. Carlos, Ginny and Fernando were great at communicating every step of the way.Posted on Hannah MclaurinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a pleasure it was working with SunSouth. We had been waiting on another company to redo our deck for 4 months and it kept getting pushed out. We got tired of waiting and had 6 different companies to come and give us quotes. Carlos the owner came out to look and give us a quote that day. He was able to give us the deck we wanted and a beautiful stone patio. He came over on a Thursday for the quote. We picked materials on Friday. There was crew out the following Wednesday and finished on Friday. Everyone that worked on this was friendly, professional and timely. I would recommend this company 10/10 times. Thanks Sunsouth for the beautiful deck.Posted on Ashley RussoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cannot say enough positive things about SunSouth Carolinas. They did a phenomenal job with my patio project. Everything from the quote, to the design process, scheduling, and execution was professional and the team was extremely communicative throughout. They took my loose requirements and turned it into a beautiful and FUNCTIONAL design. They installed my patio, extended my mulch beds and added in the flagstone path- and they left the worksite as clean as they found it. Very happy with their work and would highly recommend them!Posted on Jon BassTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sunsouth created exactly what we were looking for. They were able to take my existing space, add to it and re-create a much more functional and wonderful outdoor living space. They did a great job utilizing my existing stone work and pergola. We especially love the new STONE WORK and the beautiful high-quality pergola with a covering. They were able to see our vision and create it. They exceeded our expectations! We highly recommend them!Posted on Kim FilsingerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team has done a few jobs for me. Carlos is awesome and professional. Great ideas and creative in finding solutions. Would use for all outdoor needsPosted on Chris SmittyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The first question anyone reading a review when researching a company to build a project at their home is, if we could do the project all over again would we choose SunSouth Carolina’s again? The answer is yes 100%. Second question everyone wants to know. Did we finish on budget and did they change the price at all at the end? Yes we finished within budget and they did not adjust a single dollar in the cost. Third question everyone wants to know. Would we call SunSouth for our next outdoor project? 100% they would be my first call. From the existing excellent reviews and to what I now know about how SunSouth operates their business they have built a trust with us that makes me confident in them working at my home. We chose SunSouth to build our pool after interviewing six contractors in total. They installed an Imagine Fantasy Pool in grey with a paver surround that matched the existing retaining wall, and river rock dry creek beds for context of the project. Logan came out for our consult, heard all of our wants, and quickly put a design together to show us the potential for our new space that would be cohesive with our existing landscape. We had a challenging space to work with our hill and existing retaining wall. He worked magic that translated into a well executed final product. His professionalism and confidence is really what moved us to choose SunSouth Carolina’s for our pool project. Dig day came quick and was on time as scheduled. All the crews came together and worked in unison and set the pool in the ground with full of water in a single day, it was quite impressive to watch it all happen. Christina one of the owners came out and spent all day on site to make sure everything went well. Once the pool was in there was still a bunch of work ahead in terms of dirt removal, inspections, electrical, grading, prepping, hardscaping, drainage, river rock etc. all that work was coordinated well by SunSouth. All in all it took about 6-7 weeks or so to get everything wrapped up which is pretty fast in terms of installing a swimming pool and the other scope of work to go along with it especially since with project was going through all the winter holidays. Finally we’re done and we are very happy with the end result! The SunSouth team is great through and through. The owners Christina and Carlos work with their team not stand above them. It’s clear they care about each project and their customers not just the revenue. Ginny the office manager is much more than that, she is the communication lifeline and coordinates everything. Her ability to address and resolve any situation without hesitation speaks volumes. Fernando and the crew that built everything are some of the hardest working people I have met and it is very evident they care about their craft and customer satisfaction. In the end they built exactly what we wanted and couldn’t be happier with the end result. Thank you SunSouth! Chris & Sandy
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Integrating Greenery into Your Grand Design
Landscaping isn’t the last step; it’s a key part of the planning process for our hardscape projects.
Comprehensive Design Consultation
During the initial design for your pool or patio, we discuss how landscaping will be used to enhance privacy, add beauty, and complete the overall vision.
Plant & Material Selection
We collaborate with you to select the ideal trees, shrubs, flowers, and ground cover that match your aesthetic preferences and the specific conditions of your yard.
Expert Installation
After the main hardscaping work is complete, our team carefully installs all softscape elements, including planting, sod installation, and mulching, with professional care.
Final Walkthrough
We present you with your completed, fully integrated outdoor oasis, providing initial care instructions for your new greenery.
Your Landscape Design Questions, Answered
No. To ensure a cohesive, high-quality result, we exclusively provide landscape design and installation as an integrated part of our larger hardscape construction projects, such as patios, pools, and retaining walls. We do not offer standalone mowing, maintenance, or planting services.
Our services are tailored to complete your project and can include the selection and installation of trees, shrubs, and flowers; new sod installation to repair construction areas and create a lush lawn; and the application of mulch for a clean, finished look.
Landscaping is a distinct, itemized component of our comprehensive project proposals. We will discuss your landscaping needs during the design phase and include it as a specific part of your overall quote, giving you full transparency and control over the project scope.
Absolutely. Our design experts will recommend plants that are well-suited to the Carolina climate and the specific light and soil conditions of your property. We focus on creating a beautiful, sustainable plant palette that you will love.
Yes. The entire scope of your project, including all hardscaping and landscaping elements, can be covered by the flexible financing options we offer through our partner, Lyon Financial.
Everything you need to know about our process, materials, and timelines
An Investment in Your Home & Happiness is Within Reach
Thanks to our partner Lyon Financial, there’s no excuse to build the patio of your dreams! Let us explain the financing benefits obtained from using this service:
- Low, Fixed Rates: They offer competitive and stable interest rates throughout the loan term.
- Flexible Loan Amounts: Loans can go up to $200,000, providing flexibility for various projects in size and features.
- Long Terms Amounts: With terms of up to 30 years, monthly payments can be tailored to fit your budget and financial needs.
- No Additional Costs: They do not impose consultation fees or prepayment penalties, ensuring transparency and flexibility in the financing process.
- No Need for Collateral: No appraisals or collateral are required, simplifying the process and expediting loan approval.
- Professional Guidance: They are with you from start to finish, partnering with homeowners and pool professionals to ensure a smooth process until project completion.
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The Perfect Foundation for Your Landscape Design
Paver Patios
A stunning landscape deserves a beautiful viewing area. We design custom paver patios that serve as the anchor of your outdoor living space, providing a durable and elegant foundation that seamlessly blends with your new garden and planting beds.
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Retaining Walls
Add dimension and structure to your property. Our custom stone walls manage slopes to create elegant raised planters and terraced gardens, giving your landscape the perfect frame to showcase your trees and flowers.
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Proudly Offering Our Landscape Services Across the Carolinas
Your Local Hub for Landscape in the Greater Charlotte Area
LFrom our hub at 150 Marvin Rd, Fort Mill, SC, our dedicated teams serve homeowners throughout the region. We are proud to provide expert Landscape services to Charlotte and its surrounding communities, including Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Lake Wylie, Tega Cay, Waxhaw, Weddington, Marvin, Ballantyne, Indian Land, Myers Park, SouthPark, Huntersville, Belmont, Clover, Gastonia, Harrisburg, Indian Trail, Monroe, Pineville, and Wesley Chapel.
Address: 150 Marvin Rd, Fort Mill, SC 29707
Phone: (803) 888-9084
Your Local Hub for Landscape in The Greater Raleigh Area
Our office at 3050 Lufkin Road, Apex, NC serves as the base for our projects throughout the Research Triangle. We provide expert Landscape services to clients in Raleigh and the surrounding areas, such as Apex, Cary, Durham, Holly Springs, Morrisville, Fuquay-Varina, New Hill, Bethesda, Feltonville, and Tega Cay.
Address: 3050 Lufkin Rd Suite 100, Apex, NC 27539
Phone: (919) 651-3655
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Experience a 360° 3D experience with our catalog of materials
Are you interested in living a unique experience and see how the same area can have multiple possibilities thanks to the different combinations of materials? Thanks to our 3D materials catalog in 360° view it's now possible. There are many colors, types and combinations to choose from so we developed this catalog to show you how these combinations of stone might look like in some of the patio projects we have built in the past years.
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Tips & Inspiration for Your Complete Backyard
Get expert advice on how to pair beautiful plants with stunning hardscapes, creating a perfect balance in your outdoor living space.
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Our team of experts is ready to help you design and build the perfect landscape to enhance your home and lifestyle. Contact us today for a free consultation and let's start creating your backyard paradise.
