You have a big project in mind? Ben's Creek Nursery does big - and we mean, BIG. This was new construction by Williams Custom Homes in which we did all the exterior landscaping work. The project involved a massive retaining wall to support an extensive patio/pool/firepit structure overlooking the Lake. Lakeside topography demanded an innovative … Continue reading An Epic Lakeside Project
You want a back patio but the steep slope to the Lake is a problem? Ben’s Creek Nursery has the cure for what ails you. A stone retaining wall will level the topography and hold back the slope - and also support the paver patio of your dreams. First up are progress photos on a … Continue reading A Paver Patio Solution
This is a Techo-Bloc Sandlewood Eva textured top paver patio with dark grey borders. The skill of our crews is exhibited in what you cannot see: one portion was installed on top of an existing concrete patio under the deck, while the base of the other is compacted gravel extending out into the yard. And … Continue reading Lakeside Paver Patio
This project involved targeted upgrades: a Lake access paver walkway, a complete lawn replacement with new Compadre Zoysia sod, and an irrigation system. We tilled, graded, and amended all turf areas with 72 cy of topsoil and then installed and rolled flat some 22,000 sf of Compadre Zoysia sod. The irrigation system (not shown - … Continue reading Upgrades – Walkway, Sod, & Irrigation
Our guys are making progress. We've trucked in, moved, and graded a lot of earth to prepare for this patio/pool installation, and there is still much to be done. But the most important work - the heavy lifting, so to speak - is in place, the load-bearing retaining walls that will hold it all together … Continue reading In Progress – Patio/Pool Complex
Ben's Creek Nursery is a Landscape Contractor (#1482) and Irrigation Contractor (#C-044), fully licensed by North Carolina Licensing Boards, with all work bonded and insured for customer protection. Our licensing and bonding ensure we have the expertise to handle major property upgrades. Licensed contractors have mandated yearly continuing education requirements that update us on best … Continue reading Licensed & Bonded
Tired of wash-outs and other drainage woes around the Lake? You're not alone, and Ben's Creek Nursery has the solution! We design and implement water runoff controls, like grading and catch basins, to redirect and collect excess water. We fashion garden beds with proper drainage and have used simple things like river rock mulch for … Continue reading Drainage Controls
