Welcome to Blakeney Landscaping & Lawn Care, LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each customer! With over 15 years experience, we are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"Excellent company they exceeded my expectations, went above and beyond. Very professional and on time."
Shadale G on June 2021
Welcome to Blakeney Landscaping & Lawn Care, LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each customer! With over 15 years experience, we are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"Excellent company they exceeded my expectations, went above and beyond. Very professional and on time."
Shadale G on June 2021
Bella's Serenity Garden is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 15 years of experience serving Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today...
"Extremely helpful in implementing our plans for our back lawn. They work transformed an ugly lawn into a beauty one. Great to work with and I would definitely hire them again."
Dale P on May 2024
Bella's Serenity Garden is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 15 years of experience serving Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today...
"Extremely helpful in implementing our plans for our back lawn. They work transformed an ugly lawn into a beauty one. Great to work with and I would definitely hire them again."
Dale P on May 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of landscaping & hardscaping services that are customized to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The work was the highest quality. One of the bigger bonus of working with his company is he is responsive. It was very nice to have the communication level we have."
Sam R on September 2018
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of landscaping & hardscaping services that are customized to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The work was the highest quality. One of the bigger bonus of working with his company is he is responsive. It was very nice to have the communication level we have."
Sam R on September 2018
Former Licensed General Contractor from Charlotte, NC. I specialized in high end window and door replacements, low voltage lighting, and fencing. I Moved back to Pinehurst area in 2022, to be closer to family and get married. Currently I work full time as a Security System Engineer specializing in perimeter security systems (fencing, cameras, low voltage lighting) working remote. God blessed me with the skills, experience, and time to help you with your projects. Feel free to reach out and I would be happy to help you.
"Really good service, very customer friendly, affordable, Matthew is a good person, an overall 5 stars experience."
Jamie E on August 2021
Former Licensed General Contractor from Charlotte, NC. I specialized in high end window and door replacements, low voltage lighting, and fencing. I Moved back to Pinehurst area in 2022, to be closer to family and get married. Currently I work full time as a Security System Engineer specializing in perimeter security systems (fencing, cameras, low voltage lighting) working remote. God blessed me with the skills, experience, and time to help you with your projects. Feel free to reach out and I would be happy to help you.
"Really good service, very customer friendly, affordable, Matthew is a good person, an overall 5 stars experience."
Jamie E on August 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"He is very professional, showed up on time and came the next morning early as he said. Heâ s polite, respectful and extremely neat and polished with his work. Made sure I was totally happy with the job. He cut LOTS of monkey grass and itâ s never looked so good. Not choppy as some have left it. I appreciate integrity and honesty."
Marilyn S on March 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"He is very professional, showed up on time and came the next morning early as he said. Heâ s polite, respectful and extremely neat and polished with his work. Made sure I was totally happy with the job. He cut LOTS of monkey grass and itâ s never looked so good. Not choppy as some have left it. I appreciate integrity and honesty."
Marilyn S on March 2022
Irías Construction is a veteran-founded, family-owned company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. With years of hands-on experience, we proudly serve homeowners throughout Charlotte and the surrounding areas, delivering top-quality construction, renovation, and outdoor improvement services. We believe in honest work, clear communication, and lasting results. Whether it?s a full home renovation or a backyard transformation, our team is committed to treating your home like our own ? with respect, craftsmanship, and care in every detail. Our mission is simple: to turn your ideas into reality while building trust one project at a time.
"Outstanding work you did on my property. The grass looks fantastic, and the trimming of the bushes was done perfectly. Additionally, the pressure washing service was excellent, and everything looks fresh and clean!"
Regina Z on June 2025
Irías Construction is a veteran-founded, family-owned company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. With years of hands-on experience, we proudly serve homeowners throughout Charlotte and the surrounding areas, delivering top-quality construction, renovation, and outdoor improvement services. We believe in honest work, clear communication, and lasting results. Whether it?s a full home renovation or a backyard transformation, our team is committed to treating your home like our own ? with respect, craftsmanship, and care in every detail. Our mission is simple: to turn your ideas into reality while building trust one project at a time.
"Outstanding work you did on my property. The grass looks fantastic, and the trimming of the bushes was done perfectly. Additionally, the pressure washing service was excellent, and everything looks fresh and clean!"
Regina Z on June 2025
Small Things is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Jesse and his assistants are very diligent about customer service. They keep all of their commitments and performed the work as it was agreed. Jesse keeps in touch about all aspects of his work and schedule and any weather-related, or other, schedule changes. He is honest, straightforward and friendly. "
Ed S on May 2025
Small Things is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Jesse and his assistants are very diligent about customer service. They keep all of their commitments and performed the work as it was agreed. Jesse keeps in touch about all aspects of his work and schedule and any weather-related, or other, schedule changes. He is honest, straightforward and friendly. "
Ed S on May 2025
We look at lawns as a first impression. An unkempt lawn can say a lot about a house or a business. With the help of skilled lawn maintenance experts from The Grounds Guys of East Charlotte, your lawn can look its best all year long! Whether you want to simply maintain your grounds or design a landscape that reflects your creative personality, our team has the expertise to get the job done. We are proud to provide an exceptional level of care and service to our customers!
"Quick to respond and took pride in his work. Straight forward with pricing. Would hire again."
Kyrae P on May 2025
We look at lawns as a first impression. An unkempt lawn can say a lot about a house or a business. With the help of skilled lawn maintenance experts from The Grounds Guys of East Charlotte, your lawn can look its best all year long! Whether you want to simply maintain your grounds or design a landscape that reflects your creative personality, our team has the expertise to get the job done. We are proud to provide an exceptional level of care and service to our customers!
"Quick to respond and took pride in his work. Straight forward with pricing. Would hire again."
Kyrae P on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Michael was great! Very communicative and attentive to our needs. We let our yard get out of hand and had a city mandated emergency need to get it taken care of. Within minutes of requesting a service, I received a phone call. Michael was great and seamlessly took care of the overgrowth and jungle landscape that we neglected for too long. He went above and beyond and charged a very reasonable rate. I will DEFINITELY be using his services again! 10 out of 10!!"
Megan Y on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Michael was great! Very communicative and attentive to our needs. We let our yard get out of hand and had a city mandated emergency need to get it taken care of. Within minutes of requesting a service, I received a phone call. Michael was great and seamlessly took care of the overgrowth and jungle landscape that we neglected for too long. He went above and beyond and charged a very reasonable rate. I will DEFINITELY be using his services again! 10 out of 10!!"
Megan Y on May 2025
The optimal planting season for hedges depends on your climate zone, but early spring and fall offer ideal conditions. Spring planting allows roots to establish before summer heat arrives, while fall planting gives plants time to develop root systems before winter dormancy.
In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.