Design Landscapes Built for Colorado's High-Desert Climate

Water-wise solutions and decorative rock installation built to thrive in dry conditions.

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Our Services

Decorative Rock Installation

Water Wise Xeriscapes

Yard Refreshes

Sod Installation

Build Outdoor Spaces That Suit Dry Climates

Practical landscaping grounded in Colorado terrain and material choices

Refresh Landscapes has spent more than two decades working with the high-desert conditions of Colorado Springs, where elevation, dry air, and seasonal water restrictions shape every planting and installation decision. The company specializes in water-wise xeriscapes, decorative rock installation, sod, mulch, flower bed design, tree and shrub planting and trimming, pavers, and low-profile retaining walls. Each project begins with your yard's current state and ends with a design built to endure the region's environmental pressures.


You're looking at tired turf, cracked mulch beds, or bare patches that won't green up no matter how much you water. Maybe you're ready to replace high-maintenance grass with rock and native plantings that don't punish your water bill. Either way, the goal is the same: an outdoor area that looks intentional and holds up season after season.


Refresh Landscapes approaches every job with an understanding that landscapes here need to perform under sun, wind, and limited moisture. The company is locally owned, and every estimate and consultation is provided at no charge so you can make informed decisions before breaking ground.

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Refresh Your Outdoor Space With Proven Methods
From xeriscapes to complete yard overhauls, every project honors local terrain.
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WHAT WE DO

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How Projects Move From Estimate to Completion

Once you request an estimate, a site visit maps out grading needs, existing soil conditions, drainage patterns, and which materials suit your exposure and usage. That consultation walks through options for rock size and color, sod variety, xeriscape plant palettes, and whether pavers or retaining walls solve slope or access issues. You'll know what to expect before any equipment arrives, and you'll stay informed as the work unfolds—design, build, refresh.


Transparency matters when timelines shift due to weather or material delivery, and responsiveness keeps small questions from becoming big surprises. The process is built around keeping you in the loop so decisions happen when they need to and adjustments don't derail momentum.


Here's what that process delivers:


  • Outdoor transformations that reduce ongoing watering, weeding, and seasonal replanting
  • Plantings and materials selected for compatibility with Colorado's soil and sunlight
  • Clear project staging so you understand prep work, installation phases, and final cleanup
  • Local familiarity with drainage challenges, wind exposure, and freeze-thaw cycles common across Briargate, Falcon, Monument, and neighboring communities


Reach out to schedule your free estimate and see how your yard can be redesigned around the conditions it faces.

Meet the owner

Mark Volentine

Thank you for supporting a local, family owned small business. I believe in treating every property with care as if it's my own, communicating honesty, and doing the job right the first time. I hope to earn your trust and become your go-to landscaper. Reach out to schedule your free initial consultation to see the refresh difference!

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Built on Two Decades of Local Work

With more than twenty years in the landscaping industry and a consistent presence across Colorado Springs, Refresh Landscapes has developed a reputation for dependable execution and accessible pricing. The company is locally owned, meaning every project draws on direct knowledge of regional soil composition, native plant performance, and municipal water guidelines. Discounts for seniors, veterans, and teachers reflect a commitment to serving the people who live and work here.


Reliable landscaping doesn't announce itself with promises—it shows up in grading that directs water away from foundations, rock installations that stay level through freeze-thaw cycles, and sod that roots deeply because the prep work was done right. Craftsmanship here means matching methods to terrain, not cutting corners to meet a timeline.


Get in touch to discuss your project and request a consultation that covers materials, layout, and budget without obligation.

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Featured Resources

By Refresh Landscapes • September 29, 2026
Yard refreshes in Stratmoor, CO update overgrown or dated landscapes with fresh rock, new plants, sod, and defined beds without requiring complete rebuilds.
By Refresh Landscapes • September 29, 2026
Water wise xeriscapes in Cimarron Hills, CO combine rock, mulch, and drought-tolerant plants to cut irrigation and maintenance while preserving neighborhood appeal.
By Refresh Landscapes • September 29, 2026
Decorative rock installation in Colorado Springs, CO reduces water use and replaces thirsty turf with durable, year-round visual appeal in dry conditions.
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