Seattle’s Premier Custom Landscape Design Team

Design, Build, Enjoy

Garden, Hardscape, Lighting, Irrigation Design and Construction

With years of experience in the landscaping industry, we understand what it takes to create a space that feels like home. At Lee’s General Landscaping, we’re here to help you design the perfect outdoor sanctuary that you and your loved ones will enjoy for years to come.

Custom Landscape Design

Boost Curb Appeal – Enhance the home’s exterior charm with a more visually appealing design.

Create a Social Hub – Design inviting spaces for gatherings, such as patios or fire pits.

Express Personal Style – Reflect individuality through unique garden layouts and decor.

Enhance Outdoor Living – Add cozy seating areas or lush greenery for relaxation.

Increase Privacy – Use hedges, fences, or plants to create a secluded sanctuary.

Promote Family Bonding – Redesign for family-friendly features like play areas or picnic spots.

Eco-Friendly Design – Incorporate sustainable landscaping for a greener footprint.

Upgrade Outdated Look – Modernize the garden with fresh designs and materials.

Encourage Socializing – Include features like garden paths or open lawns for hosting events.

Simplify Maintenance – Opt for low-maintenance plants and layouts for effortless upkeep.

Featuring: Mutual Materials Dominion Pavers

Custom Full-Service Landscape Design

Our Custom Full-Service Design Services include everything from lighting and hardscaping to irrigation systems and custom garden designs. Our dedicated team will work with you to assess your needs, create a personalized design, and provide you with transparent estimates every step of the way. Let us help you transform your outdoor space into a breathtaking haven.

Plants sourced from Swanson’s Nursery Seattle

How It Works

Step | Description
1. Initial Consultation | We start with a one-on-one consultation to understand your vision, preferences, and specific needs. We’ll assess your site, discuss budget and timelines, and explore design possibilities.
2. Custom Design Creation | Our design team creates a tailored landscaping plan incorporating lighting, hardscaping, irrigation, and plant selection to enhance your outdoor living experience.
3. Collaboration & Adjustments | We present the design and discuss adjustments or refinements to ensure the final design reflects your vision.
4. Transparent Estimates | We provide a clear and detailed estimate, including materials, labor, and additional features, with no hidden costs.
5. Professional Installation | Our expert team handles the entire installation process using high-quality materials and skilled techniques to ensure perfection.
6. Ongoing Care & Support | We offer maintenance services to keep your outdoor space looking its best, including pruning and irrigation adjustments.
7. Enjoy Your Outdoor Sanctuary | Your outdoor space is transformed into a beautiful, functional, and sustainable area for years of enjoyment.

Service Overview

Our Custom Full-Service Design Services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of Seattle homeowners, offering styles that combine function, beauty, and sustainability. From all-season plantings to specialty gardens, our expert team ensures your landscape complements your lifestyle and thrives in Seattle’s unique climate.

Plants sourced from Swanson’s Nursery Seattle

Design Styles & Features

We specialize in creating garden styles that suit your property’s needs and your personal preferences, including:

Theme | Description
All Seasons Plantings | Winter-friendly plants, spring blooms, summer staples, and fall interest for year-round beauty.
Deep Slope Plantings | Perfect for erosion control and visual appeal on steep slopes with ground covers, hardy grasses, and native varieties.
Drought-Tolerant Plants | Water-saving options like succulents, lavender, Russian sage, and ornamental grasses.
English Formal Garden | Structured gardens with symmetry, boxwood hedges, pathways, and decorative sculptures.
Evergreen Garden | Lush greenery year-round with conifers like pine and fir, and broadleaf evergreens like rhododendrons.
Fall Color Plants | Enhance autumn appeal with maples, sumacs, chrysanthemums, and asters.
Hedges | Define boundaries or create privacy with arborvitae, laurel, privet, and sculpted boxwoods.
Japanese Style Garden | Serene retreats featuring bamboo, Japanese maples, stone lanterns, and koi ponds.
Low Maintenance Plants | Perfect for busy lifestyles with ground covers like moss, and hardy perennials like hostas and daylilies.
Modern Ornamental Grass Theme | Decorative grasses for texture and movement, including pampas, miscanthus, and blue fescue.
Northwest Themed Plants | Celebrate the Pacific Northwest with Douglas fir, red cedar, lupines, and columbines.
Rain Garden | Manage rainwater runoff with water-absorbing plants like sedges and pollinator-friendly options like bee balm.
Rock Desert Garden Plants | Hardy plants for arid conditions, including succulents and desert marigolds.
Shade Garden Plants | For areas with limited sunlight, featuring hostas, ferns, hydrangeas, and azaleas.
Summer and Fall Blooming Plants | Ensure seasonal color with echinacea, asters, marigolds, and zinnias.
Tropical Garden | Lush, exotic themes with banana trees, elephant ears, hibiscus, and bird of paradise.
Winter and Spring Blooming Plants | Brighten colder months with winter jasmine, camellia, and spring bulbs like crocus and daffodils.
Other Favorites | Enhance gardens with vines, climbers like wisteria, herbs like basil, and fruit trees like apple and peach.

Featuring: Mutual Materials Roman Cobblestone Pavers

Additional Features

Hardscaping

We specialize in a variety of hardscaping styles that add structure and functionality to your landscape, including:

Walkways & Pathways: Choose from materials such as flagstone, pavers, or gravel to create functional and aesthetic paths that guide visitors through your space.

Patios: Design a relaxing outdoor retreat with materials like brick, stone, or concrete, customized to suit your home’s style and your needs.

Retaining Walls: Perfect for preventing erosion on sloped terrain, our retaining walls are built with durable materials like concrete blocks, natural stone, or wood to add both beauty and stability.

Outdoor Kitchens & Firepits: Extend your outdoor living with custom-designed kitchens, bars, or firepits. Choose materials that complement your landscape, and create a cozy area for entertaining.

Pergolas & Trellises: Add dimension and shade with structures like pergolas and trellises, which can be customized to frame gardens and create a sense of space.

ManorStone Retaining Wall Blocks

Landscape Lighting

Illuminate your outdoor space with landscape lighting that enhances beauty and safety:

Pathway Lighting: Line your walkways with energy-efficient LED lights to guide the way and add a warm, inviting glow.

Up-Lighting & Down-Lighting: Highlight trees, sculptures, and architectural features with uplights or create dramatic effects with downlighting from overhead fixtures.

Spotlights: Focus light on key landscape features like fountains, statues, or vibrant plants, adding depth and visual interest to your yard.

Deck & Patio Lighting: Create an inviting atmosphere with soft, ambient lighting for your outdoor living areas, ensuring you can enjoy your space day or night.

Ambient & Accent Lighting: Add subtle, mood-enhancing light to your garden with low-voltage ambient lighting placed among plants and hardscaping features.

Plants sourced from Swanson’s Nursery Seattle

Irrigation

Efficient, customized irrigation systems ensure that your garden gets the right amount of water with minimal waste:

Drip Irrigation: Delivers water directly to plant roots, perfect for water conservation and ensuring that your plants receive consistent moisture.

Sprinkler Systems: Automated sprinklers to cover larger areas, available in adjustable and multi-zone setups to suit different types of plantings.

Featuring Mutual Materials Holland Pavers

Why Choose Lee’s General Landscaping?

Over 30+ Years of Experience: Expertise in Seattle’s unique climate.

Comprehensive Services: From design to ongoing care.

Sustainability Focus: Eco-friendly practices and water-efficient designs.

Ready to get started?

Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward the landscape you’ve always wanted.