Landscape Design in Middle Tennessee
Your yard is the first thing people see. A thoughtfully designed landscape adds real value to your property, creates a space you're proud to come home to, and makes a lasting impression on your neighbors and guests. At Top Notch Tennessee Outdoor Services, we design and install landscapes built for the Middle Tennessee climate — plants that thrive here, borders that hold their shape, and beds that stay looking clean season after season.
We serve Murfreesboro and the surrounding areas of Rutherford County, bringing the same hands-on attention to detail to every project that our customers have come to expect from the team.
What good landscape design actually requires
A lot of homeowners have dealt with landscaping that looked great the first week, then fell apart by fall. Plants in the wrong soil. Mulch washing out of undefined beds. Plastic edging that buckles and shifts. The problem usually isn't the plants themselves, rather it's the planning and preparation that went into the job.
Landscape design done right means choosing plants suited to Middle Tennessee's soil and seasonal conditions, preparing the ground properly before anything goes in, and installing borders that contain the design and cut down on ongoing maintenance. It means finishing with materials that protect plant roots and keep weeds from taking over.
That's exactly how we approach every project.
Custom softscaping & plant installation
Placing the right plants in the right spots is the foundation of any good landscape. Our team works with premium trees, ornamental shrubs, and seasonal plants well-suited to the Middle Tennessee growing environment. We pay close attention to soil placement, spacing, and sun exposure so your new plants establish strong roots and grow the way they should.
Whether you want a full backyard redesign or a refresh of existing beds, we build out a layout that fits your property and your goals. The result is greenery that fills in naturally over time and keeps your home looking its best year-round.
Stone borders & decorative rock edging
Clean edges make the difference between a yard that looks maintained and one that just looks managed. Generic plastic edging does the job temporarily, but it shifts, fades, and pulls attention away from the rest of your landscaping.
We install durable landscape rock borders, natural stone edgings, and decorative gravel beds that give your landscaping a finished, high-end look. These borders keep mulch where it belongs, define your planting areas clearly, and add texture and structure that holds up over time. If you want your property to stand out on your street, defined stone edging is one of the most effective upgrades you can make.
Bed renovation, mulching & ground preparation
No design element performs well on a poor foundation. Before we install anything new, we clear out old weeds, address any grading issues, and prepare the surface properly. This step is what separates a landscape that looks good for a season from one that looks good for years.
Once the ground is ready, we install heavy-duty weed barriers and finish with fresh mulch or river rock beds. This protects your new plants, locks in soil moisture, and gives your landscape that clean, manicured appearance from the moment the job is done.
For ongoing care after your new design is installed, our landscape maintenance service keeps everything looking sharp throughout the growing season.
Related services worth knowing about
Landscape design is often just the starting point. Many of our clients combine it with other services to get the most out of their outdoor space:
Hardscape Installation — Patios, walkways, and retaining walls that complement your new landscape
Irrigation Systems — Protect your plant investment with efficient, properly placed irrigation systems from installations to routine maintenance, and fast, reliable repairs tailored to your property
Fertilization Services — Keep your new plants and turf healthy with the right nutrients at the right time
✓Lawn Maintenance — Regular mowing and trimming to keep the whole property looking consistent
Serving Murfreesboro and surrounding Middle Tennessee
Top Notch Tennessee Outdoor Services is based in Murfreesboro and proudly serves homeowners and property owners throughout Rutherford County and the surrounding Middle Tennessee area, including Smyrna, La Vergne, Nolensville, Christiana, Lascassas, and Milton.
We're a family-owned, fully licensed and insured company. When you work with us, you get a team that shows up on time, communicates clearly, and treats your property with the same care we'd give our own.
Get a free landscape design quote
Get a free quoteReady to give your property a look that reflects the care you put into it? Contact Top Notch Tennessee Outdoor Services today for a free quote on landscape design in Murfreesboro and the surrounding area. We'll walk through your goals, assess your space, and put together a plan that fits your property and your budget.
Call us or fill out our contact form to get started. We respond quickly and will get you on the schedule without the runaround.