Boulder Landscaping Company Designed for the Front Range

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Our Approach

Premier Custom Landscapes designs and builds outdoor living spaces for homeowners throughout Boulder — from Mapleton Hill and North Boulder to Table Mesa, Martin Acres, and the foothill-adjacent neighborhoods along the west side of town. Boulder properties come with their own set of considerations,. strict city water-use and landscaping codes, rocky or shallow soil near the foothills, and defensible-space requirements for homes bordering open space or wild land areas. We design around all of it, so your patio, pool, or backyard renovation is both beautiful and built to last.

From xeriscape friendly front yards to full backyard transformations with pergolas, fire features, and pools, our team manages design, installation, and maintenance from start to finish.

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Why Boulder Homeowners Choose Premier Custom Landscapes

Boulder isn't a one-size-fits-all city when it comes to landscaping, city code, terrain, and neighborhood character all shape what works well here:

  • Water-wise by necessity: Boulder has some of the strictest water-use guidance on the Front Range, and many homeowners are actively converting bluegrass lawns to xeriscape. We design with native, drought-tolerant plantings and efficient drip irrigation that meet the city's water-conservation goals.

  • Rocky, variable soil: Depending on where you are in Boulder, soil can range from decomposed granite near the foothills to heavier clay further east, each requiring different grading, drainage, and planting bed prep.

  • Wildfire-conscious design: For homes near open space or the foothills, defensible-space landscaping, proper plant spacing, non-combustible hardscape zones, and fire-resistant plant choices, is both a safety measure and often a code consideration.

  • Design review & city permitting: Boulder's permitting and design guidelines can be more involved than surrounding towns, especially for pools, retaining walls, and major hardscape additions. We're familiar with navigating that process.

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Boulder Landscaping FAQ

  • Yes — we design with proper plant spacing, fire-resistant material choices, and non-combustible zones near structures for homes in wildfire-conscious areas of Boulder.

  • Absolutely. Lawn-to-xeriscape conversions are one of our most common Boulder projects, using native and drought-tolerant plants paired with efficient drip irrigation.

  • Yes, soil composition varies significantly across Boulder, from rockier ground near the foothills to heavier clay further east. We assess your specific site before recommending base prep and drainage solutions.

  • Larger projects such as pools, significant retaining walls, major grading, often require permitting in Boulder. We handle that process as part of the project scope

  • Spring through early fall is peak season, and our schedule fills quickly, we recommend reaching out 4–8 weeks before your ideal start date.

Average Customer Review

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  • "I cannot recommend Premier Custom Landscapes enough! From the planning phase, all the way through to completion, Clarke and his team made the entire process seamless. We are very happy with the finished product, and cannot wait until Spring to have Premier back to add some greenery."

    — Chelsey C. ★★★★★ via Google

  • "Clarke and his team did an amazing job on our front yard xeriscape. It was a pleasure working with this company. From the estimate to the completion of the job, our expectations were exceeded. I would highly recommend them. Thank you Premier Custom Landscapes!"

    — Scott K. ★★★★★ via Google

  • Premier can do anything! They have the hardest workers 100% of the time. They work continuously the entire day. They leave my yard clean, no debris. They have competitive prices and excellent customer service. They owner stops by often when a job is in progress. I trust and recommend Premier Custom Landscaping.

    — Linda D. ★★★★★ via Google

  • "Premium Custom Landscapes did a fantastic job on my garden! The attention to detail and quality of work were excellent. They were professional, reliable and delivered exactly what I was hoping for. My garden looks beautiful, and, I couldn’t be more happier with the results. Highly recommend!!"

    — Angela C. ★★★★★ via Google

  • "We could not be more happy or more impressed with Clarke Colwell and his team, Premier Custom Landscapes LLC. We lined up several landscaping jobs around the property... and not only was Clarke really great at understanding what we wanted and guiding our approach based on his expertise, but his crew was extremely hard-working and talented as well. "

    — Scott M. ★★★★★ via Google

Front yard landscaping with a small tree, various shrubs, rocks, and gravel surrounding the plants, with a concrete walkway and steps leading to the front door of a house with brick exterior.
Overhead view of a landscaped area with small rocks, plants, and a winding concrete pathway surrounded by a sidewalk, green grass, and brick paving.
Nighttime view of a house with a lit porch, paved walkway leading to stairs, surrounded by trees and rocks, with landscape lighting.
An aerial view of a backyard garden featuring a small pond with rocks around it, a patio area with pavers, a garden shed, a winding gravel pathway, and various plants and flowers bordered by a fence.
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