Business Details
42 Years
experience
Custom Landscape Design & Installation Experts
Founded in 1984 by Mark A. Kiefer, our company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, creative landscaping solutions rooted in decades of expertise. We specialize in custom landscape design and installation, water features, nursery plant supply, and garden center services, serving the Triangle area of North Carolina. Our team of skilled professionals combines technical knowledge with artistic vision to create functional, sustainable outdoor spaces tailored to each client's needs. With a commitment to using premium materials and environmentally conscious practices, we prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication and meticulous attention to detail.Our NC Certified Nursery ensures access to unique, hard-to-find plants, while our in-house artisans execute projects ranging from patios to koi ponds with precision. Recognized as Best of Durham multiple times, we remain dedicated to preserving the values of integrity and craftsmanship established at our founding.
Services
Landscape Design
Water Features
Nursery Plants
Garden Center
Irrigation Systems
Pavers & Patios
Outdoor Lighting
Drainage Solutions
Plant Installation
Garden Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in residential landscaping.
- Our in-house artisans execute custom designs with precision.
- We offer unique landscape materials grown at our certified nursery.
- Our team includes NC State University graduates with specialized expertise.
- We guarantee quality workmanship with no hidden fees.
Associations and certifications
- NC Registered Landscape Contractors
- NC Certified Nursery
What people say
Excellent quality
Great eye for detail
Knowledgeable staff
Professional execution
Beautiful results
Services
Landscape Design
Our custom landscape designs integrate functional outdoor living spaces with aesthetic beauty. Using thousands of plant cultivars and premium materials, we create unique environments tailored to site conditions and client preferences. Each project emphasizes sustainability, low maintenance, and long-term plant health through soil analysis and proper material selection.
Water Features
From koi ponds to cascading waterfalls, our water features combine artistry with technical expertise. We employ durable EPDM liners, energy-efficient pumps, and strategic lighting to create year-round visual interest. Our 60,000-gallon demonstration pond showcases decades of installation experience and system longevity.
Nursery Plants
Our NC Certified Nursery grows landscape-tough plants with minimal pesticide use. Horticulturists curate rare cultivars and regionally adapted species for optimal growth performance. Plants are field-grown to develop robust root systems, ensuring successful transplantation and establishment in client landscapes.
Garden Center
The Garden Center offers organic gardening supplies, water feature components, and decorative elements. Stock includes Massarelli statuary, clay pottery, and specialized pond equipment. Visitors experience live water features and seasonal plant displays in an immersive retail environment designed to inspire landscaping projects.
Irrigation Systems
We design water-efficient irrigation systems using drip technology and smart controllers. Installations prioritize water conservation while maintaining plant health through zone-specific moisture management. System repairs and seasonal adjustments ensure long-term functionality and resource efficiency for residential properties.
People
Mark A. Kiefer
Founder & Owner
A Duke School of Forestry graduate, Mark established Kiefer Landscaping in 1984 after discovering his passion for landscape design during undergraduate botany studies. He obtained his NC Registered Landscape Contractors license in 1988 and continues to oversee operations with hands-on involvement in major projects.
Questions
What services does Kiefer Landscaping offer?
We provide full-service landscape design, installation, and maintenance including hardscapes, water features, irrigation systems, and plant installations. Our nursery and garden center also supply premium landscaping materials.
Do you serve areas outside Durham?
Yes, we serve the entire Triangle region including Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, and Mebane from our Durham location.
Are your plants nursery-grown?
All plants come from our NC Certified Nursery in Durham, where we grow landscape-tough specimens with minimal pesticide use for optimal transplant success.
Can you handle complex drainage issues?
Our team specializes in innovative drainage solutions with decades of experience resolving challenging grading and water management problems for residential properties.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes, we provide ongoing maintenance including seasonal plantings, irrigation adjustments, and landscape enhancements to preserve the integrity of our installations.
