Custom landscape design, sod, planting and decorative stone built for Central Texas soil and sun.
Landscaping in San Marcos has to answer to two very different kinds of ground: the spring-fed riverland that keeps some lots green and moist year-round, and the thin, rocky upland soils that cover much of the rest of Hays County. Corral Bros designs around whichever one you have, rather than forcing the same plant list and grading plan onto every yard in town.
That distinction shows up block by block. Homes near Willow Creek and other river-adjacent stretches often need drainage-conscious grading and plants that can handle occasional wet feet, while properties out toward Kissing Tree are usually working with shallow, caliche-heavy soil that drains fast and needs real soil prep before anything takes root. University-town rental blocks like Blanco Gardens bring their own wrinkle: heavy foot traffic, inconsistent watering habits between tenants, and a need for landscaping that still looks presentable with minimal upkeep.
We handle the full range under one crew, from custom design and 3D planning through sod installation, native plant beds, mulch and stone work, and the grading that makes all of it hold up. Corral Bros is locally owned, licensed, and insured, and we schedule free on-site estimates within 48 hours so you are not waiting weeks to get a straight answer about your yard.
We walk your San Marcos property and assess the site.
An itemized estimate with no surprises.
Tidy local crews and modern equipment.
Results made for Hays County, plus optional upkeep.
We also provide landscaping in these nearby communities:
Fall (October to November) and early spring (March to April) are the best times to landscape in Central Texas. Cooler temperatures let new sod, trees and plants establish roots before summer heat. We install year-round, but fall planting gives the strongest results and the lowest water needs.
Central Texas sits in USDA hardiness zones 8b to 9a, so drought-tolerant natives perform best: Texas sage, salvia, lantana, agave, yaupon holly, red yucca and ornamental grasses. Pairing these with native shade trees like live oak and cedar elm gives a landscape that thrives on less water.
It depends on your soil pocket. Thin upland ground near Kissing Tree does well with native grasses, sedges, and drought-tolerant perennials, while river-adjacent lots in Willow Creek can support a wider plant palette thanks to better moisture retention. Corral Bros walks your yard first and matches the plant list to what your specific soil can support long-term.
Every yard is different once you factor in grading, soil condition, and how much of the space needs full renovation versus a refresh. We do not quote blind over the phone. Corral Bros offers a free, no-obligation on-site estimate, usually scheduled within 48 hours, so you get a real number based on your property.
Yes, and we do it often. Rental turnover in neighborhoods like Blanco Gardens means landscapes need to survive heavy foot traffic and inconsistent watering between tenants. We lean on tougher sod varieties and low-maintenance native beds so the property still looks sharp between move-ins without demanding constant upkeep.
It should. River properties in San Marcos deal with different moisture levels, occasional flood pulses, and erosion concerns that upland lots never see. We grade and shape beds to manage runoff, choose plants that tolerate periodic wet feet, and keep foundation plantings pulled back from problem drainage paths.
Fall generally gives new sod and plantings an easier start here, since the ground is still warm but the brutal summer heat has passed, letting roots establish before next year's dry stretch. That said, Corral Bros installs year-round in San Marcos and will tell you honestly if timing favors waiting a few weeks.
We do regular residential work in Kissing Tree and understand the tighter lot sizes and HOA expectations common in active-adult communities. That usually means clean bed lines, low-maintenance native plantings, and designs that keep long-term upkeep manageable, which we can walk through during your on-site estimate.
Free, no-pressure estimate from a local Hays County crew. Call (737) 404-9343 or request a quote online.
