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Pool Landscapes

We shape the whole yard around your pool. Native plants, stone, and lighting that fit Austin heat and Hill Country slopes, and make your backyard a place you want to live.

Full landscape and poolscape design in Austin. Plants, stone, and lighting built around your pool.

Reviews

What Austin homeowners say after the build

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“I don't think I've ever enjoyed writing checks so much in my life. I adore both our pool and the people that made it happen.”

20+ Years of five star builds in Austin

Elizabeth Bray
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Elizabeth Bray

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Lynne Larson
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“Modern Pools gave us a schedule, stuck to the schedule, kept a clean worksite, and delivered a beautiful, flawless pool.”

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Sally & Mack Brown
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Here is what to expect when we design the landscape around your Austin pool.

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One Team, One Plan

We design the pool and the landscape together, so the whole space has your vibe. Let us bring your spaces together, its fun!

Built For Austin

We pick plants and materials that handle Austin heat, clay soil, and Hill Country slopes, so your yard looks amazing for years to come.

Water Wise

Native and drought tough plants keep the yard green with less water and less work, which matters a lot in Central Texas.

Any Style

Modern, natural, or resort style. We shape the plantings, stone, and lighting to match your home and your taste.

Design Options

What goes into a poolscape.

Grading & Layout

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Native trees, grasses, and garden beds placed for shade, privacy, and color through every Texas season.

Landscape Lighting

Soft path and accent lights that make the yard safe after dark and show off the pool at night.

Irrigation & Drainage

Smart watering and proper drainage keep plants healthy and keep water away from your home and pool.

Built To Last

One crew, real engineering, and quality materials, so the whole space holds up for years, not just a season.

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Landscape FAQs

Austin landscape questions, answered

Straight answers on cost, design, permits, and building a landscape on tough Austin Hill Country lots.

How much does landscaping cost in Austin?

Most full poolscape projects in Austin start in the low five figures and go up with the size of the yard, the amount of stone and planting, and features like lighting or built in seating. We give you a clear, fixed price after we assess your yard and style.

What plants grow best around a pool in Austin?

Native and drought tough plants work best here, like agave, muhly grass, yucca, and dwarf palms. They handle Austin heat and pool splash, need less water, and drop less mess into the pool than leafy trees.

Do you design the pool and the landscape together?

Yes. We plan the pool and the whole yard as one project, so the deck, plants, stone, and lighting all fit. That is the main reason our Austin backyards feel finished instead of pieced together.

How long does a landscape project take in Austin?

Most poolscapes take a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the size of the yard and whether it runs alongside a new pool build. We give you a clear schedule before we start.

Can you landscape a sloped or Hill Country yard?

Yes. Many Austin and Hill Country lots have slopes. We use grading, retaining walls, and terraced beds to turn a steep yard into usable, good looking space around the pool.

How do you keep an Austin landscape water wise?

We use native plants, smart irrigation, and good drainage so the yard stays green with less water. That saves money and fits Central Texas watering rules.

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Ready to build a landscape?

Tell us about your lot and your vision. We will show you what is possible, in 3D, before you commit a dollar.