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The solution for all of your Orange County Landscape needs.

We are a licensed and certified landscape company that installs everything from sprinklers to sod, and patios to pool decks. We are known for professional concrete and hardscape installations, custom patio areas, and excellent landscape maintenance. If you need a trusted company to transform your outdoor area, call us today for a free estimate at

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Outdoor Wall Decor

1. Vines and Plants as Outdoor Wall Decor

This side yard had a lot of open space on a very bland block wall. The homeowners decided to accent it with living elements like the succulent window and star jasmine vine you see here. As time goes on, with proper coaching, the star jasmine should become a healthy vine attached to the wall. This will provide a much more interesting slightly overgrown look for their walkway.

Star Jasmine Vines are just one of many vines that add to outdoor wall decor

2. Seating Allows People to Fill in your Blank Wall Space

Another solution to decorating an outdoor wall would be adding a bench or some other practical item. Seating areas are great, because they fill out a space, make it more functional, and make a bland wall look much more lively!

Decorate with bench!

3. Decorate an Outdoor Wall With Another Wall!

If your blank stucco wall is just too boring, or your chain link fence is just too ugly, there is another solution! Consider putting up a floating wall in a section of your fence like the one below. For this landscape, we constructed a beautiful hardwood wall section to accent the white stucco wall behind it. There are many variations of fence that could spice up a wall from custom wood to more modern metal decorations.

Bench and decorative wood fence wall

Thanks for checking out our information on outdoor wall decor! For more information on all of the other great things that TRU Landscape Services can do for you, call 1-866-487-1359. If you live in Orange County and are looking for a licensed landscape professional, TRU Landscape Services is your one stop for Orange County Landscape Construction.

We install sprinklers, demolish concrete, install pavers, replace lawns with synthetic turf, build custom patio covers and outdoor fireplaces… The list goes on!

Orange County Barbecue Island

Part One: Barbecue Island

One of the most striking features of the Mission Viejo Patio Remodel that we just completed was the addition of a custom concrete barbecue island to their backyard patio. Take it in.

The stacked stone veneer and concrete counter top provide a unique feel to this backyard patio

Many of our Orange County barbecue islands are sided with stacked stone like this one though our company provides many other options. We construct stone, pavers, and brick barbecue islands as well.

Built-In American Made Grills

TRU Landscape only uses the finest American Made Grills in their custom barbecue island installations. Why purchase a cheap grill for your new outdoor kitchen when you can have the very best gas or charcoal grill installed.

Grilling in an outdoor kitchen is a lot more fun

Outdoor Kitchen Features

Your barbecue island can be completed with anything you need for cooking outdoors. Everything, plus the kitchen sink! TRU Landscape frequently installs outdoor kitchens with sinks, side burners, refrigerators, and more! If you’re tired of being cooped up in your indoor kitchen, it’s definitely time to consider a fully functional grilling space.

Treated concrete counter tops provide a bar and table for enjoying the outdoor kitchen

Orange County Barbecue Island

What makes an Barbecue Island an “Orange County Barbecue Island”? Well, for one thing, the specially great weather that we experience year round. An Orange County Barbecue Island installation will get use all year. Another thing is the style. Your barbecue can reflect your particular tastes, be they related to the beach or the beautiful hills in our area. Because your grill and outdoor kitchen are custom built, they can be made to blend your taste with the natural beauty of the OC.

Special Feature: Low Voltage LEDs under the Barbecue Island’s Counter

Orange County Landscape Company

So, you want a uniquely Orange County barbecue Island? First of all, you’ll need a uniquely Orange County Landscape Company. TRU has been serving the area for over 25 years. Our team members are vastly experienced in landscape concrete, pavers and driveways installation, sprinkler systems, and landscape lighting. For all of your lawn, patio, and landscape construction needs, call the best landscape contractor in Orange County: TRU Landscape Services!

Our offices are open for calls Monday to Friday from 9am-3pm, or you can send an email using the quick quote feature. All estimates are free. Just call in, and we’ll schedule an appointment to have your landscape project looked at.

Interlocking Pavers & Landscape Grades

There’s a lot that goes on before a landscape job. To read the story behind this Irvine Landscaping project, check out our blog “Choosing the Right Licensed Landscape Contractor.” In summary, TRU Landscape was hired because our company is licensed and can complete an entire landscape job under one roof.

Pavers Entryway Before and After

Orange County Interlocking Pavers

The primary part of the Irvine Hardscape installation was a patio of interlocking pavers. The job itself entailed a lot of work although the yard itself was on the small side. In preparation, we removed 8 inches of dirt from the whole yard to set the grade. The dirt removed amounted to several tons! While we were removing the dirt, our team dug out the patio cover footings. We also installed drains to receive water coming off of the grade. Setting Landscape Grade During the inspection, the Orange County landscape inspector noticed that we had our grades set up so that all of the water would run away from the house into the drains. He told us we were doing a professional job! It’s always nice to get a complement from a city inspector.

What is a landscape grade?

A landscape grade is set up to keep the water flowing away from your house. In the case of installing interlocking pavers, we make sure that all of the pavers slope away from the house to the drains. Over 25 years in the landscape industry, we have seen a lot of grades that drain into the house! The city inspector has most likely seen many of these improperly graded landscapes as well. Water sitting on pavers is a slipping hazard and may cause water damage over time. Also once the water is sitting against your house, it can cause moisture issues and even destroy the stucco. Most of the time this happens because the contractor doesn’t want to haul away all of the dirt to get the grade of the dirt down low enough or they don’t use a transit.

What is a transit?

It’s a spyglass-like tool that is used to measure grades. For our projects we use a laser transit to ensure an accurate measurement. This is crucial when pouring concrete patios, decks or interlocking pavers. If it’s possible, we always install a drain system and have all the water run to the drains. Keeping water off of your backyard patio and away from your house will ensure the longevity of your landscape! That’s exactly what TRU Landscape Services is all about. We are confident that our experience and attention to detail will produce a long lasting and beautiful landscape for your home. Pavers Installation To learn more about other Irvine Landscaping Projects or to contact us for a free estimate, call us now at 1-866-487-1359 or send us an email info@trulandscape.com

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