Landscape Maintenance Fort Worth

Landscape Maintenance in Fort Worth

So you got a yard that needs keeping up with, right? That's what we do. Landscape maintenance is basically making sure everything you planted—or somebody planted before you moved in—keeps looking decent and stays healthy instead of turning into a disaster. We're out here in Fort Worth every single week dealing with lawns that grow like crazy one month then burn up the next, shrubs that decide to take over sidewalks, irrigation systems that break when you need them most. We handle properties all over—older neighborhoods like Berkeley where people have mature landscapes needing serious attention, newer areas out past 820 where everything's still getting established, commercial stuff near downtown that's gotta look professional every single day.

Here's the thing about maintenance in Fort Worth—you can't just ignore your landscape and expect it to stay nice. Our weather's too extreme. Clay soil causes problems. Weeds are relentless. Trees and shrubs don't stay the size they were when planted—they grow, sometimes way more than people expect. Without regular maintenance, that nice landscape you paid good money for starts looking rough within like six months. We've taken over properties where previous companies just mowed and left—beds full of weeds, shrubs blocking windows, irrigation wasting water on sidewalks, mulch completely gone. Takes us weeks getting that stuff back to acceptable condition.

We do complete landscape maintenance—mowing, edging, trimming, seasonal pruning, mulch refresh, weed control, irrigation management, seasonal color rotation if you want it. Not just show up and mow. Actually take care of the whole property so it looks good year-round and plants stay healthy. We work on residential properties—small yards to big estates—and commercial properties that need reliable service every week without excuses.

What Complete Landscape Maintenance Includes

Lawn care obviously—mowing at proper height for your grass type, edging along beds and hardscape, trimming around obstacles, blowing off clippings from walkways and driveways. Sounds simple but there's right ways and wrong ways. Mowing too short in Fort Worth summer? You're gonna have problems with heat stress and weeds moving in. We adjust mowing height seasonally—lower in spring when grass is actively growing, higher in summer protecting roots from heat stress, appropriate height for your specific grass whether it's Bermuda, St. Augustine, or whatever you've got.

Bed maintenance keeping everything looking clean and plants healthy—weeding regularly so beds don't turn into disaster zones, mulch maintenance adding fresh material annually, checking plant health and catching problems early, pruning and trimming keeping shrubs sized appropriately. Beds are where most landscapes either look great or look terrible. Weedy beds with thin mulch and overgrown shrubs? Property looks neglected regardless of how nice the lawn is. We keep beds cleaned out, properly mulched, plants maintained at appropriate sizes.

Seasonal pruning for shrubs and small trees—timing based on plant type and flowering habits, maintaining size and shape, removing dead or damaged growth, improving plant health and appearance. Pruning's not just hacking stuff back whenever. Different plants need different approaches and timing. Crape myrtles get pruned in late winter, not summer. Spring-flowering shrubs get pruned after blooming, not before. We know what needs what and when, preventing pruning mistakes that ruin flowering or damage plants.

Irrigation system management making sure you're not wasting water or under-watering—adjusting controller seasonally, checking for broken heads or leaks, repairing problems as they come up, winterization if needed. Fort Worth goes from needing irrigation daily in August to not needing it at all by November. Your system needs adjustments throughout the year, not just set-it-and-forget-it programming from three years ago. We monitor irrigation performance during regular visits, catching problems before they cause dead zones or water waste.

Seasonal color rotation if you want annual flowers—spring plantings, fall plantings, appropriate varieties for Fort Worth conditions, maintaining color beds throughout seasons. Lots of properties in areas like Rivercrest or Tanglewood keep seasonal color in front beds. We handle complete rotation service—removing old plants, refreshing soil, installing new annuals, maintaining them between rotations. Takes work keeping color beds looking good but makes huge difference in property appearance.

Different Maintenance Service Levels

Full-service maintenance covering everything—weekly mowing and basic care, regular bed maintenance, seasonal pruning, irrigation management, seasonal color if included. This is complete care where we handle everything and you just enjoy nice-looking property. Most residential clients and pretty much all commercial properties want this level—reliable comprehensive service, one company handling everything, no worrying about landscape tasks.

Basic mowing service for people handling other tasks themselves—regular mowing and edging, blowing clippings, that's it. You take care of beds, pruning, irrigation, everything else. Works for some people who enjoy landscape work but don't want to mess with mowing. Less expensive than full service obviously, but you're doing significant work yourself.

Seasonal maintenance programs hitting major tasks throughout the year—spring cleanup and mulching, summer irrigation checks and heat prep, fall cleanup and winterization, maybe one or two pruning sessions. Not weekly visits but scheduled maintenance preventing major problems. Works okay for simple low-maintenance landscapes, not great for properties needing regular attention.

We're honest about what different service levels provide. Basic mowing keeps lawn cut but beds will need your attention. Full service means we're handling everything and property should consistently look good. Seasonal programs prevent disasters but won't keep property looking magazine-perfect weekly. Choose based on what you actually want and what you're willing to do yourself.

Why Regular Maintenance Matters in Fort Worth

Climate stress on landscapes here—extreme heat summers, occasional hard freezes, dramatic weather swings, clay soil challenges. Fort Worth's tough on plants. Regular maintenance catches stress early, adjusts care seasonally, prevents small problems becoming expensive disasters. We've seen what happens without proper maintenance—dead zones in lawns from irrigation failures nobody caught, shrubs completely taking over because nobody pruned for two years, weed problems so bad you can't even see original plants, erosion issues from lack of mulch protection.

Property value and curb appeal—maintained landscapes make properties look cared for and valuable, neglected landscapes make everything look bad regardless of house condition, first impression matters whether you're selling or just living there. Your landscape is literally the first thing people see. Overgrown shrubs blocking windows, weedy beds, brown lawn spots? Property looks neglected even if inside is perfect. Regular maintenance keeps everything looking intentional and cared for.

Preventing expensive renovation needs—regular pruning prevents shrubs outgrowing spaces requiring removal, proper irrigation management prevents dead plants needing replacement, weed control prevents bed invasions requiring complete renovation, catching problems early prevents major corrections later. Maintenance costs money but way less than letting everything go then needing complete landscape renovation. We've renovated properties where years of neglect created $20,000+ problems that regular $200/month maintenance would have prevented.

Plant health and longevity—proper care keeps plants healthy and living longer, seasonal adjustments prevent stress damage, pest and disease monitoring catches problems early, appropriate pruning promotes healthy growth. Plants are investments. Mature trees and established shrubs have real value. Losing them from neglect or improper care costs significant money replacing. Regular maintenance protects your landscape investment.

Our Maintenance Approach

Consistent crews on your property—same people week after week knowing your landscape, noticing changes and problems, building familiarity with your property specifics, reliable service you can count on. We don't send random different crews every visit. Your property gets assigned crew that becomes familiar with everything—where irrigation issues happen, which areas need extra attention, how you want things maintained. Makes huge difference in service quality and catching problems.

Proactive problem identification—spotting irrigation issues during regular visits, noticing plant health problems early, identifying pest or disease issues, catching hardscape problems before they worsen. Our crews are trained to notice problems not just mow and leave. See a sprinkler head shooting sideways? We fix it or tell you about it, not just ignore it for six months. Notice shrubs showing stress? We investigate and address it, not wait until they're dead.

Communication about property needs—letting you know when additional work is needed, explaining seasonal maintenance requirements, discussing pruning or other services, keeping you informed about landscape condition. We don't just show up, work, and leave without talking to you. Need mulch refresh? We let you know. Time for seasonal pruning? We discuss it. Irrigation system needs repairs? You hear about it with cost estimate before problems get worse.

Equipment and expertise—professional commercial equipment, trained crews knowing proper techniques, licensed irrigators for system work, years of Fort Worth experience. We're not guys with a truck and homeowner-grade mower. Commercial zero-turns, professional trimmers and edgers, proper pruning equipment, irrigation diagnostic tools. Our crews know what they're doing—proper mowing techniques, correct pruning methods, irrigation troubleshooting, plant identification and care requirements.

Flexibility for property changes—adjusting service as landscape matures, accommodating additions or changes, scaling up or down based on needs, working with your schedule and requirements. Landscapes change over time. That new tree you planted needs different care as it establishes. Decided you want seasonal color added? We adjust service. Property needs ramped up before event or showing? We handle it. Service adapts to your changing needs and landscape conditions.

Common Maintenance Challenges We Handle

Fort Worth clay soil issues—compaction problems, drainage complications, nutrient deficiencies, pH challenges affecting plant health. Clay soil needs ongoing attention. We monitor soil conditions, recommend core aeration when needed, address drainage problems before they kill plants, adjust care based on clay soil realities not ideal conditions that don't exist here.

Extreme heat stress management—adjusting irrigation for summer, identifying heat-stressed plants needing intervention, applying appropriate mulch protection, pruning timing avoiding additional stress. Our summers are brutal. Plants need adjusted care during extreme heat, not same approach year-round. We modify maintenance appropriately—deeper less frequent watering in heat, avoiding pruning during stress periods, monitoring for heat damage, protecting stressed plants.

Weed pressure and control—persistent Fort Worth weeds, appropriate control methods, pre-emergent applications, manual removal when necessary, bed health preventing weed establishment. Weeds are relentless here. Maintaining clean beds requires ongoing attention and appropriate control methods. We use combination approaches—pre-emergent treatments preventing weed seed germination, manual removal of breakthrough weeds, proper mulch depth discouraging weed growth, plant health competition reducing weed success.

Irrigation system problems—broken heads and valves, controller programming issues, coverage gaps, water waste, freeze damage repairs. Irrigation systems need regular attention. We check system performance during visits, repair problems as they occur, adjust programming seasonally, identify coverage problems before plant damage happens. Most lawn dead spots come from irrigation failures—catching them early prevents expensive replanting.

Overgrowth and pruning neglect—shrubs blocking windows and walkways, plants outgrowing intended spaces, improper previous pruning requiring correction, renovation pruning for neglected plants. We've taken over properties where nothing's been properly pruned for years. Takes careful corrective pruning over time bringing plants back to appropriate sizes without butchering them. We develop pruning plans addressing overgrowth systematically while maintaining plant health and appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does landscape maintenance cost in Fort Worth?

Depends on property size and service level honestly. Basic mowing for small residential lot might run $120 to $180 monthly. Full-service maintenance for typical quarter-acre property usually $250 to $400 monthly depending on landscape complexity. Larger properties or ones with extensive beds, lots of shrubs, seasonal color—obviously costs more. Commercial properties vary widely based on size and requirements. We provide specific quotes after seeing your property and understanding what you need. Most Fort Worth maintenance runs about the same as monthly car payment—investment in keeping valuable asset looking good and protecting landscape investment you already made.

Do you offer one-time cleanup services?

Yeah we do seasonal cleanups for people not wanting ongoing maintenance contracts. Spring cleanup getting property ready after winter—pruning, mulch refresh, bed cleaning, irrigation startup. Fall cleanup preparing for winter—removing dead annuals, final mowing, irrigation winterization if needed. Cleanup services cost more per visit than regular maintenance since we're not there every week, but works for people wanting professional help a few times yearly. Honestly though, most people needing seasonal cleanup end up needing ongoing maintenance—landscapes need regular attention in Fort Worth, not just occasional work.

What if I'm not home when you come?

Not a problem—most clients aren't home during maintenance visits. We work on schedule, do what needs doing, communicate by text or email about any issues or additional needs. As long as we can access the property and you've communicated any special requirements or concerns, we don't need you there. Only time we coordinate specific timing is for pruning or projects where you might want to discuss approach before we start. Regular weekly maintenance happens whether you're home or traveling—your landscape doesn't stop growing when you're gone.

How do you handle property damage if it happens?

We're fully insured—general liability and workers comp. If our crew damages something—breaks sprinkler head, scratches fence, whatever—we fix it or pay for repair. Hasn't happened often in years of business but when it does we take care of it immediately. That's why insurance matters in landscape maintenance. Guy with a mower and no insurance damages your property? Good luck getting it fixed. We're professional operation taking responsibility for our work and any problems that occur.

Can you maintain landscape another company installed?

Absolutely—we maintain landscapes regardless of who designed or installed them. Most properties we maintain were originally done by someone else, previous homeowner, or builder. We assess current landscape, develop appropriate maintenance plan, provide reliable ongoing service. Only thing we can't maintain is landscape with serious existing problems requiring renovation first—if previous installation is completely failing or landscape is disaster requiring major correction, we'll discuss what's needed before starting regular maintenance. But standard ongoing care for existing landscapes? That's most of what we do.

See What Our Customer Say About Us

Sarah M., Fort Worth, TX

“I can’t say enough good things about HF Landscape Design Fort Worth. They totally transformed our backyard into something out of a magazine — and they did it on time and within our budget. The team showed up early every day, cleaned up after themselves, and really listened to what we wanted. You can tell they actually care about the little details, not just getting the job done. Our neighbors keep stopping by asking who did the work — we tell everyone to call HF Landscape Design. Best decision we made for our home!”

Daniel R., Fort Worth, TX

“HF Landscape Design Fort Worth really blew us away. We had a plain front yard before, and now it looks like something you’d see in a design show. They helped pick the right plants for the Texas heat and even added lighting that makes the place glow at night. Super easy to talk to and very professional — they made the whole thing stress-free. We’d hire them again in a heartbeat.”

Megan & Tyler H., Fort Worth, TX

“Our backyard was just dirt and weeds before HF Landscape Design came in. Now it’s the spot where we spend every weekend with friends. They built a patio, added flower beds, and somehow made it all feel natural like it was always meant to be there. You can tell they love what they do — every detail was perfect. Highly recommend them to anyone in Fort Worth wanting a yard they’ll actually use.”

Get Professional Landscape Maintenance

Stop watching landscapes decline from neglect or struggling with maintenance yourself. Get professional landscape maintenance keeping outdoor spaces healthy and attractive through Fort Worth's challenging conditions.

Call (817) 580-3329 to schedule landscape maintenance consultation. We'll assess your property and create maintenance programs ensuring landscapes receive appropriate care year-round.

Service Areas: Fort Worth, Tanglewood, Ridglea Hills, River Crest, Westover Hills, Berkeley, Monticello, Mistletoe Heights, and surrounding communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of landscape design?

Landscape design costs in Fort Worth typically range from $2,000 to $8,000 depending on property size—project complexity—level of detail required. Simple front yard designs for smaller properties might run $1,500 to $3,000. Comprehensive landscape plans for larger properties with detailed planting plans—hardscape designs—irrigation layouts—lighting plans usually cost $5,000 to $10,000 or more. We typically credit design fees toward installation if you proceed with us for the work. Design-only services cost more since we're not recouping fees through installation. Most clients in areas like Tanglewood or Westover Hills invest in detailed designs because their properties warrant professional planning. Newer neighborhoods with simpler yards might need less extensive design work.

What does it cost for a landscape design?

Design fees depend on project scope and what you need included. Basic conceptual designs showing general layout—plant groupings—hardscape locations run $1,500 to $3,000 for typical residential properties. Detailed construction-level plans with exact plant specifications—hardscape dimensions—grading plans—irrigation zone maps cost $4,000 to $8,000 or higher for complex projects. Commercial landscape design involves additional complexity and typically costs more. We discuss your specific needs during initial consultation and provide design fee quotes based on actual scope. Design fees get credited toward installation when you hire us for the work. Fort Worth properties with challenging conditions—significant slopes—drainage issues—often need more detailed planning which affects design costs.

What is the difference between a landscape architect and a landscape designer?

Landscape architects have formal education—state licensing—ability to stamp engineering drawings for permits. They handle complex projects requiring grading engineering—structural calculations—commercial site development—regulatory compliance. Landscape designers focus on plant selection—aesthetic layout—residential design without engineering components. In Fort Worth, landscape architects are required for certain commercial projects—retaining walls over specific heights—projects needing engineered drainage solutions. Residential projects usually work fine with landscape designers unless you've got significant slope issues—major grading needs—structures requiring engineering stamps. Landscape architects cost more but bring technical expertise for complex projects. Most residential landscapes in neighborhoods like Arlington Heights or Ridglea work well with landscape designers. Larger estates or properties with serious site challenges benefit from landscape architectural services.

Why is landscape design so expensive?

Professional landscape design involves considerable time—expertise—detailed planning work. Designers spend hours on site assessment—measuring—analyzing drainage and sun patterns—researching plant options for specific conditions. Creating scaled plans requires CAD software skills—design knowledge—understanding of Fort Worth's climate and soil conditions. Good designers prevent expensive installation mistakes—plant failures—drainage problems that cost far more to fix later. You're paying for years of experience knowing what works in North Texas clay soil—which plants survive July heat—how to design irrigation zones efficiently. Design fees also cover revisions—client meetings—coordination with contractors during installation. Cheap or free designs often mean cookie-cutter plans—inexperienced designers—or design costs hidden in inflated installation prices. Professional design upfront saves money long-term by getting things right the first time.

What is the rule of 3 in landscaping?

The rule of three suggests planting in odd-numbered groups—typically three plants—creates more natural and visually appealing arrangements than even numbers. Three plants or features create triangular compositions—visual interest—balance without formal symmetry. This applies to groupings of the same plant variety or repeating design elements throughout the landscape. In Fort Worth landscapes, you might see three crape myrtles anchoring a bed—three groupings of ornamental grasses—three boulders in a natural arrangement. The rule helps avoid the static look of paired plantings or single specimens. Works for plants of various sizes—repetition of colors—hardscape feature placement. Not a strict requirement but a helpful design principle creating more dynamic landscapes. We use the rule of three alongside other design principles—proper spacing—mature size consideration—Fort Worth-appropriate plant selection.

What is a realistic landscaping budget?

Realistic budgets for Fort Worth landscape projects typically start around $10,000 for basic front yard renovations and run $20,000 to $50,000 for complete front and backyard transformations with hardscaping. Simple refreshes—new plants—mulch—irrigation repairs might cost $5,000 to $8,000. Projects including patios—retaining walls—outdoor kitchens—extensive plantings easily reach $50,000 to $100,000 or more. Budget depends on property size—existing conditions—how much hardscape you want—plant material quality and maturity. Fort Worth's clay soil often requires additional drainage work affecting costs. Established neighborhoods like Monticello with mature landscapes might need less work than new construction in Walsh Ranch starting from dirt. Quality materials and experienced installation cost more upfront but last longer and perform better in our climate.