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Chris Johnson Landscapes

Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,487 reviewed · 180 listed · Scored from 39 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(39) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Residential Landscape DesignPool & Outdoor Living DesignHardscape & Patio DesignPlanting & Garden DesignSustainable / Native Landscape DesignLandscape Lighting & Irrigation DesignLandscape DesignerCommercial Landscape Design
Chris Johnson Landscapes
Services
Residential Landscape Design, Pool & Outdoor Living Design, Hardscape & Patio Design
Reviews
39

What recent reviews say

Every review gives five stars. Customers consistently praise Chris's responsiveness, his ability to translate their vision into a polished design (often with renderings), and how quickly his crew executes. The work ranges from planting beds to drip irrigation to full landscape overhauls, and reviewers note that pricing feels reasonable despite the quality. Staff members named include Shannon and Katie; one reviewer mentioned being given care instructions and ongoing support after the job ended.

Praised for
  • responsive and communicative
  • attention to detail in design and planting
  • reliable crew and quick execution
  • fair pricing
  • thoughtful plant selection and placement
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Best for: homeowners wanting fast, detailed landscape overhauls with personalized design and aftercare support

Strengths

  • delivers renderings before commitment
  • crew completes projects in just a few days
  • free ongoing care guidance and follow-up
  • reasonable pricing relative to quality

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Shannon and Katie are named
  • renderings created before contract
  • provides written watering plan and care instructions post-installation
  • confirms appointments one week in advance via email
  • willing to adjust designs for HOA requirements
  • has completed work on both residential and commercial properties

What reviews say by service

Residential Landscape Design
Customers praise responsive design process, computer renderings, and thoughtful solutions to site constraints.
Planting & Garden Design
Reviewers highlight correct plant selection for location, placement skill, and healthy, balanced results.
Hardscape & Patio Design
Customers mention driveway edge softening and foundation work; one reviewer noted design addressed HOA requirements.
Landscape Lighting & Irrigation Design
Multiple reviewers mention drip irrigation installation as part of complete landscape work.
Pool & Outdoor Living Design
One reviewer noted Chris created design for backyard and pool area.
Commercial Landscape Design
One customer states Chris has worked on both commercial and residential properties.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.64 average across the 60 landscape lighting & irrigation design businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 91
Review volume 70
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Chris provide a design rendering or plan before installation?
Yes. Customers report receiving computer renderings and professional landscape plans during the consultation phase, which helps them visualize the final result before committing.
Will Chris help with care instructions after the job is done?
Yes. Multiple reviewers state Chris provides a watering plan and follow-up care tips. Some have called back months or years later for advice, and he responds.
How long does installation typically take?
Reviewers report projects completed in a few days; one customer mentioned a large backyard job finished in approximately four days.

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Last updated 2026-07-21