Quick answer: Matthews is an established, charming suburb in southeast Mecklenburg County, known for its historic downtown and mature, tree-lined neighborhoods on Piedmont red clay. We maintain and renovate landscapes across the 28104 and 28105 zips, reviving tall-fescue lawns, refreshing overgrown beds under mature hardwoods, and updating older yards with new hardscape. Free written estimates: (704) 318-2474.
Landscaping a Historic Charlotte Suburb
Matthews grew from a railroad town into one of Charlotte’s most beloved established suburbs, with a walkable historic downtown and decades-old neighborhoods on the southeast side of Mecklenburg County. Its mature trees and settled character give it a distinct feel from the newer subdivisions farther out, and they shape our work here toward renovation and dependable upkeep.
Beneath the canopy is the Piedmont red clay common to the region, in the transition-zone climate that lets both cool- and warm-season grasses grow.
Renovation Under Mature Trees
Many Matthews yards have good bones and tired landscaping: overgrown foundation shrubs, thinning fescue under aging shade, and beds that have lost their edge. We renovate rather than just mow, cutting back or replacing overgrown plants, re-cutting clean bed lines, and reviving tall-fescue lawns with fall aeration and overseeding. Mature hardwoods bring deep shade and a heavy fall leaf load, both of which we plan for with shade-tolerant blends and scheduled cleanup.
Clay Drainage and Hardscape Updates
Matthews’ Piedmont clay drains slowly, and older neighborhoods often have grading that sends water toward the house. We correct drainage with regrading, French drains, and downspout work, then refresh older yards with new patios, walkways, and walls built on a base compacted for clay movement, a high-return improvement on an established home.
Matthews Areas We Serve
We provide full landscaping throughout Matthews and southeast Mecklenburg County, including the historic downtown neighborhoods, the communities along Independence Boulevard and John Street, the Sardis and Crestdale areas, and the bordering areas toward Mint Hill, Stallings, and Indian Trail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you renovate older landscapes in Matthews?
Yes, that is a big part of our Matthews work. Many homes here have good bones and overgrown plantings, so we cut back or replace tired shrubs, re-cut clean bed lines, and revive thinning tall-fescue lawns with fall aeration and overseeding.
What grass is best for a Matthews lawn?
Tall fescue, often a shade-tolerant blend under mature trees, is the year-round-green standard, kept thick with fall aeration and overseeding. Bermuda or Zoysia suit full-sun lots.
How do you handle the leaf load from mature trees?
Matthews’ mature hardwoods drop a heavy fall leaf load, so we provide scheduled leaf cleanup through the season to protect the lawn and keep beds and gutters clear.
Can you update my older patio or beds?
Yes. We refresh established yards with new patios, walkways, and walls on a base compacted for the clay, and re-cut and replant tired beds for a clean, updated look.
What does landscaping cost in Matthews?
It depends on lot size and whether it is renovation, maintenance, or hardscape. Everything is quoted per property with free written estimates. Call (704) 318-2474 to schedule.
Our Services in Matthews
Nearby communities we also serve: Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Pineville, Waxhaw.