Professional Landscaping Services in Fort Worth, TX

Ellis Landscape Services provides custom landscape design and installation, outdoor living and hardscaping, irrigation and drainage, landscape lighting, water features, and year-round maintenance for homes and businesses across Fort Worth, TX. Locally owned and licensed since 2011, we are a Tarrant County company that knows Fort Worth's clay soil, heat, and neighborhoods firsthand.

Fort Worth is our home turf, and it is one of the most varied places to landscape in North Texas — from the mature trees and established lots of Fairmount, Arlington Heights, and the TCU area to the newer builds of the far north and the larger estates on the west side. What ties them together is the expansive clay soil underneath, which drives nearly every drainage, foundation, and hardscape decision we make.

Expert Landscaping & Outdoor Living in Fort Worth, TX

We design and build landscapes that reflect your lifestyle and enhance your home’s character: whether it’s a quiet backyard retreat, a vibrant entertainment area, or a lush, low-maintenance lawn. With decades of North Texas experience, our team understands the soil, climate, and architectural diversity that make Fort Worth landscapes unique.

From concept to completion, Ellis Landscape Services delivers expert design, reliable maintenance, and premium outdoor construction built to last. Founder Keir Hamlin is a TCEQ Licensed Irrigator (#20021) with more than 25 years in the North Texas green industry.

Our Fort Worth Landscaping Services

Landscape Design & Installation

Transform your Fort Worth property with custom landscape design and installation tailored to your home’s architecture and terrain. We create elegant, functional spaces that thrive in the Texas climate.

Our Landscape Design Services Include:

• Personalized landscape design plans
• Tree and shrub planting for structure and privacy
• Seasonal color beds and native plantings
• Retaining walls, stonework, and pathways
• Water-efficient and low-maintenance plant options

Each project blends natural beauty with practicality to achieve a timeless, sustainable result.

Outdoor Living Construction

Bring indoor comfort outdoors with custom outdoor living spaces designed for the Fort Worth lifestyle. We craft inviting, durable, and elegant features that turn your backyard into an extension of your home.

Our Outdoor Living Features Include:

• Patios and stone pavers for entertaining
• Pergolas and shaded seating areas
• Outdoor kitchens and grill stations
• Fire pits and fireplaces for year-round enjoyment
• Accent lighting and built-in benches

Every design balances style and function, ensuring your new outdoor living area is both beautiful and built to endure.

Irrigation Systems

Protect your landscape investment with advanced irrigation systems tailored to Fort Worth’s climate and water-use regulations. We specialize in efficient systems that promote healthy growth and conserve resources.

Our Irrigation Services Include:

• Smart controllers with weather automation
• Drip and sprinkler systems for uniform coverage
• System repairs and seasonal tune-ups
• Water efficiency assessments
• Multi-zone irrigation for complex properties

Ellis designs every system to deliver reliability, performance, and environmental responsibility.

Landscape Lighting

Add beauty, safety, and elegance to your Fort Worth home with custom landscape lighting. We use energy-efficient LED fixtures and strategic placement to highlight your property’s best features.

Our Lighting Options Include:

• Pathway and walkway illumination
• Architectural and garden accent lighting
• Motion-sensor and security lighting
• Energy-saving LED systems

A well-designed lighting system enhances both curb appeal and night-time comfort.

Lawn & Bed Maintenance

Keep your property pristine with comprehensive lawn and bed maintenance. Our professional crews ensure your landscape looks manicured and healthy throughout the year.

Our Maintenance Services Include:

• Mowing and edging for a crisp appearance
• Hedge and shrub trimming
• Mulch installation and bed cleanup
• Seasonal flower planting
• Spring and fall cleanups

Ellis offers maintenance plans that fit your schedule, so your yard stays vibrant without the hassle.

Water Features

Add sophistication and serenity to your property with custom water features that make a lasting impression. From fountains to waterfalls, we design and install features that elevate your outdoor experience.

Our Water Features Include:

• Entryway fountains and garden accents
• Koi ponds and reflection pools
• Rock waterfalls and stream beds
• Integrated lighting and pump systems

Each feature is engineered for efficiency, low maintenance, and enduring beauty.

What Fort Worth Landscapes Need to Thrive

Fort Worth sits on some of the most expansive clay soil in North Texas, and nearly every landscape challenge here traces back to it. It swells when wet, shrinks and cracks when dry, and moves enough to affect drainage, foundations, and anything built on top of it. Building a landscape that lasts in Fort Worth means planning around that reality from the start.

Clay Soil, Drainage, and Foundation Protection

Fort Worth's clay holds water against foundations and pools in low spots after storms, which threatens both your slab and your plantings. As TCEQ Licensed Irrigators, we design grading, French drains, channel drains, and surface drains that move water safely off your property — protecting your foundation and keeping beds and turf healthy through every wet and dry cycle.

Hardscape Built for Soil Movement

Patios, walkways, and retaining walls only last when they are built for the ground beneath them. On Fort Worth's shifting clay, that means proper base preparation, compaction, and footings so your flagstone patio or paver walkway stays level instead of cracking and heaving a few seasons in. We build every hardscape to hold up to North Texas soil.

New Construction and Older-Yard Renovations

Fort Worth's mix of new builds and decades-old homes means two very different starting points. On new-construction lots we turn builder-grade sod and a few starter shrubs into a finished design; on established properties we renovate tired beds, failing turf, and dated layouts into something that fits the home. Either way, you get a plan built for the long term.

Established Neighborhoods and Mature Trees

Many Fort Worth homes come with mature pecans and live oaks that shade the lawn and compete with turf for water. We work with that canopy — shade-tolerant plantings, root-aware bed design, and selective care — so an older, established yard looks full and intentional rather than thin and patchy under the trees.

Heat, Drought, and Native Plantings

Fort Worth summers are long and hot, and watering restrictions limit when your irrigation can run. We design with drought-adapted and native selections like Texas sage, lantana, salvia, and ornamental grasses, paired with efficient irrigation and smart controllers, so your landscape stays healthy and water-wise through the hottest stretches of the year.

Outdoor Living and Year-Round Care

From flagstone patios and pergolas to fire features and landscape lighting, we build outdoor spaces made for Fort Worth's long entertaining season, then keep them looking sharp with a maintenance plan scaled to your property — seasonal cleanups, irrigation checks, drainage inspections, and plant care all twelve months.

Fort Worth Neighborhoods and Areas We Serve

Ellis Landscape Services works with homeowners and commercial properties across Fort Worth, from the established, tree-lined streets of Fairmount, Ryan Place, Arlington Heights, and the TCU area to Tanglewood, the west-side estates, and the newer communities of far north Fort Worth. Wherever in the city you are, dependable local service is close by.

We serve both residential and commercial clients throughout Fort Worth — private homes, HOA common areas, office parks, retail centers, and multi-family properties — with the same licensed, insured crews and the same attention to detail on every visit. As a locally owned company rooted right here in Tarrant County, we treat every Fort Worth property as if it were our own.

Fort Worth Landscaping FAQ

What landscaping services do you offer in Fort Worth?

Ellis serves Fort Worth with full-service landscaping, including design and installation, maintenance, irrigation and drainage, outdoor living, water features, and lighting, for both homes and businesses. From historic neighborhoods to new builds, we deliver custom, elite-level landscapes and dependable year-round care suited to North Texas conditions.

How much does landscaping cost in Fort Worth?

There is no flat rate because every landscape is unique, priced by scope, size, and the results you want. We begin with a free consultation, then provide a custom quote with no surprises. Call (817) 709-9599 and we will walk your property and outline your options.

Can you renew landscaping on an older or historic Fort Worth home?

Yes. Fort Worth's established and historic neighborhoods often have mature trees, older beds, and character worth preserving. Ellis renews these landscapes thoughtfully, updating plantings, improving drainage, and refreshing curb appeal while respecting the home's setting, so your yard feels both timeless and healthy through North Texas seasons.

Do you handle both residential and commercial landscaping in Fort Worth?

Absolutely. Ellis serves both homeowners and businesses across Fort Worth, from single-family yards to commercial properties needing reliable, scheduled care. We keep grounds clean, healthy, and professional-looking, tailoring service to each property so your home or business always presents strong curb appeal to neighbors, customers, and visitors alike.

Are you a licensed and insured landscaper in Fort Worth?

Yes. Ellis Landscape Services is fully licensed and insured and has served North Texas homeowners since 2011. Founder Keir Hamlin holds TCEQ Licensed Irrigator #20021 and brings 25+ years in the green industry, so your property is cared for by seasoned, trustworthy professionals who follow through.