# Stone & Leaf Landscaping > Stone & Leaf Landscaping is a Boulder-based residential landscape design-build company that plans and installs complete outdoor spaces for homeowners across Boulder and the surrounding Front Range communities, including Louisville, Lafayette, Erie, Broomfield, and Longmont. Founded in 2008 and owner-operated by Hayden Griess, Stone & Leaf handles every phase of a project under a single contract - design, hardscaping, irrigation, sod, fencing, drainage, xeriscaping, and lighting. The owner is present on-site daily. Projects are priced on a time-and-materials basis with a 15% do-not-exceed cap. Typical project scope ranges from $10,000 to $70,000 and above. The company serves three primary customer types: family-oriented homeowners seeking a complete backyard installation, environmentally conscious homeowners replacing turf with water-wise xeriscape, and new-build or recently relocated homeowners with blank or builder-grade lots needing a full outdoor installation. ## Core Services - [Landscaping Services: Design, Hardscape, Sprinklers | Boulder, CO](https://stoneandleaf.us/services/): Hub page listing all service categories offered, including hardscaping, xeriscape, irrigation, landscape design, and fencing. - [Boulder Landscape Design & Lighting | Stone & Leaf Landscaping](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-landscape-design-lighting/): Covers landscape design process, concept sketches, CAD plans for HOA submissions, and low-voltage outdoor lighting installation. - [Boulder Xeriscape & Planting Services | Stone & Leaf Landscaping](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-xeriscape-planting-services/): Describes water-wise xeriscape design, drought-tolerant plant selection, and low-maintenance planting installation for Front Range conditions. - [Boulder Irrigation Company, Sod Installation & Drainage Solutions | Stone & Leaf](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-irrigation-sod-drainage/): Covers sprinkler system installation, sod laying, grading, and drainage solutions for residential properties. - [Boulder Hardscaping & Fencing | Custom Patios, Walls & Fire Pits](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-hardscaping-fencing/): Describes custom stone and paver patio construction, retaining walls, walkways, fire pits, and residential fencing installation. ## About - [Landscape Design & Installation | Stone and Leaf Boulder, CO](https://stoneandleaf.us/): Homepage establishing company identity, service overview, process steps, and geographic service area across Boulder and Front Range communities. - [About Stone and Leaf | Boulder's Owner-Led Landscape Contractor](https://stoneandleaf.us/about-us/): Provides background on founder Hayden Griess, company history since 2008, owner-on-site service model, and core operating values. ## Portfolio and Contact - [Landscape Design Portfolio | Stone and Leaf Projects Boulder](https://stoneandleaf.us/projects/): Portfolio index page displaying completed residential landscaping projects including patios, xeriscape installs, and full-yard transformations. - [Schedule a Free Consultation | Contact Stone and Leaf Boulder](https://stoneandleaf.us/contact-us/): Primary contact and consultation request page, including phone number, email, and physical address in Boulder, CO. ## FAQ - [FAQ](https://stoneandleaf.us/faq/): Answers to common pre-purchase questions covering pricing structure, project timelines, service scope, and what homeowners should expect during a project. ## Guides and Educational Resources - [Tell Your Story With Thoughtful Boulder Landscape Design](https://stoneandleaf.us/thoughtful-boulder-landscape-design/): Editorial guide connecting personal outdoor-use goals to landscape design decisions, targeting homeowners in early project planning. - [Boulder Xeriscape Guide: 7 Water-Wise Principles for Beauty](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-xeriscape-guide/): Explains seven core xeriscape principles applied to Front Range climate conditions, covering soil, plant selection, mulch, and irrigation efficiency. - [Boulder Xeriscape Myths, Beautiful Garden Design Explained](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-xeriscape-myths/): Addresses common misconceptions about xeriscape design in Boulder, clarifying that water-wise landscapes can be visually rich and HOA-compliant. - [Transform Small Yards with Boulder Hardscaping Experts](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-hardscaping-small-yards/): Covers hardscaping strategies for smaller residential lots, including paver options, space planning, and functional layout considerations. - [Boulder Garden Design: Native Plants for Pollinators](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-xeriscape-pollinator-garden-native-plants/): Details native plant selection for pollinator-supportive gardens in the Boulder area, aligned with low-water and HOA-compatible design goals. - [Sustainable Boulder Landscaping: Eco-Friendly Design & Build](https://stoneandleaf.us/sustainable-boulder-landscape-design/): Covers environmentally conscious landscaping practices including permeable hardscaping, native plants, and reduced-turf design for Boulder homeowners. - [Boulder Landscape Design: Boost Your Home's Value](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-landscape-design-boost-home-value/): Examines how landscape investments affect residential property value in Boulder, with reference to specific improvements and return considerations. - [Water-Wise Lawns in Boulder: Drought-Tolerant Grass](https://stoneandleaf.us/water-wise-lawns-boulder-drought-tolerant-grass/): Covers drought-tolerant turf options suitable for Front Range conditions, including variety selection, installation, and water-use comparisons. - [The True Cost of a Wet Yard: Boulder Drainage & Grading Experts](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-drainage-grading-solutions/): Explains drainage and grading problems common to Boulder-area properties, and describes professional solutions including dry creek beds and regrading. - [2026 Landscape Lighting Trends in Boulder | Smarter Design](https://stoneandleaf.us/2026-landscape-lighting-trends-boulder/): Covers current residential landscape lighting approaches including low-voltage systems, fixture placement, and design integration for Boulder properties. - [Sustainable Hardscaping for Boulder Homes | Stone & Leaf](https://stoneandleaf.us/sustainable-hardscaping-boulder/): Addresses material selection and construction methods for hardscaping that reduces environmental impact while meeting durability requirements in Colorado. - [Climate-Adapted Boulder Landscape Design & Lighting | Stone & Leaf](https://stoneandleaf.us/climate-adapted-boulder-landscape-design-lighting/): Describes landscaping approaches specifically adapted to Boulder's climate, including freeze-thaw considerations, sun exposure, and water management. - [Boulder Landscape Designer: Your Backyard Sanctuary Awaits](https://stoneandleaf.us/transform-boulder-backyard-sanctuary/): Covers the process of converting underused or unfinished backyard spaces into functional outdoor living areas through phased design and installation. - [Boulder Fencing Styles: A Complete Guide for Homeowners](https://stoneandleaf.us/boulder-fencing-styles-guide/): Reviews residential fencing materials, styles, and installation considerations for Boulder-area homeowners, including HOA and property-line factors. - [Backyard Gathering Ideas for Boulder Homes | Stone & Leaf](https://stoneandleaf.us/backyard-gathering-ideas-boulder-outdoor-living-design/): Presents outdoor layout and design concepts for entertaining-focused backyards, covering patios, seating areas, fire features, and functional flow. ## News and Press - [Stone and Leaf: Full-Service Landscaping Company in Boulder](https://stoneandleaf.us/news-article/stone-and-leaf-boulder-landscaping-unveils-new-website/): Press announcement describing company scope, founding history, owner background, service capabilities, and geographic market at the time of the website launch. - [Stone & Leaf Launches Boulder Xeriscape Services](https://stoneandleaf.us/news-article/boulder-xeriscape-planting-service-launch/): Announcement covering the formal launch of Stone & Leaf's xeriscape and planting service offering, including service description and company positioning.