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A dry-stone retaining wall and steps with salvia, roses and heuchera planted above
1993
Landscaping the Triangle since
About

We add leisure back to the lives of busy families.

Leisure Landscapes began business in 1993 and is incorporated in the State of North Carolina. Over three decades we have worked with more than 6,800 customers across Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Cary and the wider Triangle, and we currently maintain over 250 properties on an ongoing basis.

Our mission is simple: design the optimum landscape solution, install it with quality materials and workmanship in a timely fashion, and maintain it in top condition. The company is led by Paul Martin, a registered landscape contractor with an engineering degree from Georgia Tech and a Master’s in Business, working alongside designers holding horticulture degrees from NC State.

The Godshalk landscape from across the street in late summer, with Carolina Beauty crape myrtles in flower
A stone-edged garden pond with irises and ferns planted around it
Echinacea and rudbeckia in the foreground of the Martin-Howell herb garden, with a bird bath beyond
Years landscaping the Triangle, since 1993

30+

Satisfied customers on our contact file

6,800

Properties under ongoing maintenance

250+

Completed design and build projects

345+

Our values

Design it, install it, then keep it that way.

Design the optimum solution

A design professional comes to your home and draws the landscape around how you actually use it.

Install it with quality and care

Quality materials, proper workmanship, and a crew that finishes in a timely fashion.

Maintain it in top condition

We come back and keep it that way, so the landscape you paid for is the one you keep.

A crew member unrolling fresh sod alongside a newly laid stone path
Our team

The people who turn up at your property.

Paul still runs the first site visit himself, and the same crews come back season after season, which is why so many of our customers have been with us for a decade or more.

Paul Martin, founder and owner of Leisure Landscapes

Paul Martin

Founder & OwnerGeorgia Tech BIE, MBA

Paul established Leisure Landscapes in 1993 and incorporated it in the State of North Carolina. A graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology with a Master's in Business, he is a registered landscape contractor whose combined expertise in horticulture, landscape architecture and business management has built the company into the region's most awarded landscaping firm.

Sarah Jenkins, hardscape specialist, holding a young conifer

Sarah Jenkins

Hardscape SpecialistCivil engineering

With a background in civil engineering and a passion for outdoor living spaces, Sarah creates patios, walkways and retaining walls that are both functional and visually striking. Her attention to detail ensures every hardscape project stands the test of time.

David Eldridge, irrigation expert, in work apron and gloves

David Eldridge

Irrigation Expert

David's extensive knowledge of water-efficient irrigation systems has helped Durham homeowners reduce water consumption while maintaining lush, healthy landscapes. His approach to sprinkler design and smart water management makes him invaluable to residential and commercial clients alike.

Maria Rodriguez, garden maintenance lead, carrying a flowering plant

Maria Rodriguez

Garden Maintenance Lead

Maria combines horticultural expertise with a natural eye for detail, ensuring each property in her care stays pristine and flourishing throughout the year. Her understanding of plant health and seasonal care has earned her a loyal following among Durham's most discerning homeowners.

James Wilson, tree and shrub specialist, holding hedge shears

James Wilson

Tree and Shrub SpecialistArboriculture

James has dedicated his career to the selection, installation and care of trees and shrubs that thrive in Durham's climate. His knowledge of both ornamental and native species creates lasting beauty and value for our clients.

Peter Siddle, lighting designer, holding a tray of flowering plants

Peter Siddle

Lighting Designer

Peter transforms properties with lighting systems that enhance safety, security and night-time character. His approach to illuminating architectural features, pathways and planting helps clients enjoy their outdoor spaces well into the evening.

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