#1
SIARA DESIGNS
“Lena and her team were excellent for my yard needs and handled everything including clean up, landscape, hardscape, and irrigation.” — Google review
Experts Reviews · 2026 Ratings
The Best Landscape Designers in Farmers Branch, TX
We graded 9 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
—typical jobMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
99%say the price was fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
4.86★average ratingPlain average of every Google star rating we collected for these companies.
2.1%bad jobs (1–2★, 2 yrs)Share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
From 5,364 Google reviews of 42 top-rated landscape designers nationwide; 9 of them in Farmers Branch, TX. Updated November 2, 2026.
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Overall ratings
Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of landscape designers).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Reliability (24%): How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Craft & service (0%): Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Replies to reviews (7%): How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 |  Southern Botanical Landscape & Tree CareFarmers Branch, TX | A 80How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%83+48.7Reliability 26%76+19.8Value 15%87+13.2Momentum penalty83−1.7Experts Score= 80Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AB–AA– | 4.87 | — |
| 2 | SIARA DESIGNSFarmers Branch, TX | A 80How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%83+45.3Reliability 24%68+16.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%95+6.7Craft & service penalty71−2.9Experts Score= 80Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABBAAA | 4.83 | — |
| 3 |  Medina LandscapeFarmers Branch, TX | B 75How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%76+52.6Reliability 31%73+22.5Experts Score= 75Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BB––A– | 4.76 | — |
| 4 |  Blue Sky LandscapeFarmers Branch, TX | B 75How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%76+52.6Reliability 31%72+22.2Experts Score= 75Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BB––A– | 4.80 | — |
| 5 |  Texas Oasis Landscape & DrainageFarmers Branch, TX | B 74How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%81+44.2Reliability 24%79+19.2Value 14%52+7.4Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty68−3.2Momentum penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 74Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABBCAA | 4.76 | — |
| 6 |  Gardens for TexasFarmers Branch, TX | B 72How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%84+45.8Reliability 24%79+19.2Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%45+3.2Craft & service penalty0−10Experts Score= 72Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABFAAC | 4.71 | — |
| 7 |  Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsFarmers Branch, TX | B 60How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%72+49.8Reliability 31%67+20.6Craft & service penalty28−7.2Momentum penalty67−3.3Experts Score= 60Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BBD–B– | 4.74 | — |
| 8 |  Lambert Landscape CompanyFarmers Branch, TX | C 59How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%65+41.3Reliability 28%56+15.8Replies to reviews 8%23+1.9Experts Score= 59Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BC––AD | 4.61 | — |
| 9 |  Artz Landscape DesignsFarmers Branch, TX | D 32How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%36+19.6Reliability 24%7+1.7Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%45+3.2Momentum penalty28−7.2Experts Score= 32Grade D: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | DF–ADC | 4.46 | — |
What jobs cost
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
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Landscape Designers in Farmers Branch, TX at a glance
How the 9 landscape designers we rated in Farmers Branch, TX compare, and what customers praise most.
Experts Score grades
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
- Grade A222%
- Grade B556%
- Grade C111%
- Grade D111%
- Grade F00%
Google ratings
Average stars per company.
- 4.90★ and up00%
- 4.80–4.89★333%
- 4.60–4.79★556%
- Below 4.60★111%
What customers praise
Share of Google review highlights.
- Quality77323%
- Professionalism75123%
- Responsiveness66920%
- Punctuality59218%
- Value53416%
Was the price fair?
All price verdicts left with reviews.
- Great price19131%
- Reasonable40164%
- Overpriced81%
- Not sure224%
Price verdicts by year
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
2025
2026
How we grade
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.
Reliability (24%) — How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
The 9 best-rated landscape designers in Farmers Branch, TX average 4.7★ on Google across 448 reviews. Southern Botanical Landscape & Tree Care has the top rating (4.9★), and SIARA DESIGNS has the most reviews (150). Updated November 1, 2026.
9 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (448 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
#2
Texas Oasis Landscape & Drainage
“Cannot recommend this company more- absolutely wonderful experience working with Eva and her team. I have used them twice since moving into my new home a year ago and will be using them when it comes time for the…” — Google review
#3
Southern Botanical Landscape & Tree Care
“We had an excellent experience with the Southern Botanical Tree Care team from start to finish. Our Arborist, David, was knowledgeable, professional and took the time to explain what he recommended and why. Nelson,…” — Google review
#4
Gardens for Texas
“Friendly, knowledgeable, responsive, fairly priced, quality design and service. We have had GfT initially install our landscaping and now return years later to reimagine our front yard design.” — Google review
#5
Medina Landscape
“Best, most professional landscaping company I've ever seen. They transformed my yard is just a few days. They are fast and kind and the ideas are endless. 5 stars 🌟” — Google review
#6
Blue Sky Landscape
“BlueSky Landscape was amazing to work with. They really cared about the finished product and longevity of their work. They were professional and kept me up to date with their progress and timelines. They gave me…” — Google review
#7
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects
“They turned our backyard into an incredible space. Every contractor associated with the project was professional and courteous. Our project was completed right on schedule and looks absolutely beautiful. Very…” — Google review
#8
Lambert Landscape Company
“Lambert’s Landscaping is a truly special company. Their quality, professionalism, and attention to detail are exceptional, and they completely transformed our property. Even our neighbors noticed and commented very…” — Google review
#9
Artz Landscape Designs
“Sam helped redesign my front yard and address existing irrigation issues. I appreciated his knowledge, thoughtful ideas, and ability to find solutions while keeping the overall vision in mind. He really knows his…” — Google review
How we pick landscape designers in Farmers Branch
We scan Google Maps for landscape designer listings in and around Farmers Branch, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated landscape designer in Farmers Branch?
Southern Botanical Landscape & Tree Care has the highest Google rating on our Farmers Branch list: 4.9 out of 5 from 30 reviews (as of November 1, 2026).
Which landscape designer in Farmers Branch has the most reviews?
SIARA DESIGNS has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 150, with a 4.8★ average.
How are these landscape designers chosen?
Only open Farmers Branch-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.