Peaceful spaces designed for reflection, beauty, and everyday balance.
Custom Zen Gardens in Los Angeles
- Designed for peace, privacy, and simplicity
- Drought-tolerant & low-maintenance
- Built by a licensed, third-generation landscape expert
- Personalized designs with optional 3D renderings
- Custom features like stone paths, bamboo, & water basins
Legacy of Landscaping
Founder Zach Elledge brings three generations of landscaping experience to every Zen Garden.
His passion for nature runs deep—and it shows in every design.
Mindful Design
We create peaceful, minimalist spaces that reflect your lifestyle.
Each element is chosen with purpose and placed with care.
Made for LA Living
Our Zen Gardens are drought-tolerant and easy to maintain.
Perfect for Los Angeles homes and busy lives.
Zen Garden Design & Installation
Tranquil outdoor spaces that bring balance to your everyday.
We design peaceful, low-maintenance Zen Gardens using natural materials and clean lines. It’s the perfect way to turn your yard into a calm, beautiful retreat.
Relax, we’ve got this.
Our Zen Garden Process
Creating your Zen Garden should feel just as peaceful as the space itself. That’s why we keep things easy, clear, and collaborative—from the first chat to the final rake of gravel. You share your vision, we bring the calm.
Consult & Vision
We start by chatting about your goals, space, and style. Whether it’s full-on Zen or just a touch of calm, we’ll help shape the vision together.
Design & Details
We create a custom plan that includes layout, materials, and plant choices—everything tailored to your home and lifestyle. Want drawings? We’ve got you covered.
Build & Transform
Our skilled crew gets to work, bringing your Zen Garden to life with precision and care. Clean, professional, and built to last—your outdoor retreat is just days away.
Because your Zen space deserves the best.
Why Choose Urban Soil for Your Zen Garden?
We know creating a Zen Garden is more than just landscaping—it’s about crafting a peaceful retreat you’ll love. With our deep experience, expert knowledge, and dedication to your vision, we make the process smooth and stress-free. Plus, we’re always here when you need us.
Experienced
With three generations of landscaping in the family, we’ve mastered the art of creating peaceful, beautiful outdoor spaces.
Expertise
Our founder Zach has a degree in Landscape Planning and Design plus a C-27 license—so your garden is in expert hands.
Dedicated
We listen closely, tailor every detail to your needs, and treat your outdoor space like it’s our own.
24/7 Support
Questions or concerns? We’re just a call or message away, anytime you need us.
See how we turn calm into art.
Our Zen Garden Creations
We take pride in designing Zen Gardens that bring tranquility and beauty to every outdoor space. From minimalist retreats to lush, textured landscapes, each project reflects our clients’ vision and our passion for detail. Browse our work to get inspired and imagine what we can create together.
Zanis Mantarakis2025-03-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Zach and team were great! They finished ahead of time and on budget and did great work. One of the things I loved most about working with Zach was his ability to guide based on his experience. We had ideas on what we wanted to do, but everyone else we met with didn't really help, they just said they could do whatever we wanted. Zach was able to understand our vision and then guide us to make sure we didn't regret anything later. Would highly recommend Urban Soil and will definitely use them again. Peter Hong2025-03-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used Zach and Urban Soil Landscape to refresh our front yard and do some work in the backyard to help with an area that was flooding. He was very easy and flexible to work with. He had some great ideas for the front yard landscape project, incorporated our wishes, and counseled us along the way about what would and would not work best. The work began and finished on time. His team was friendly and professional. We are very happy with the process and also the end product. I recommend. Shannon Keith2025-03-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service! Friendly crew and wonderful work. Zach is a pleasure to work with. Jacob Gindi2025-02-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had such an amazing A+ experience with Zach, Divan, and Urban Soil Landscape. Zach came out for an initial quote for our backyard project which included demo of existing surface and removal of plants, installing new pavers and turf, installing a drip system and new plants/tree, as well as low-voltage lighting installation of string lights and path lights. He gave us a very reasonable quote quickly and we signed the contract soon after. Seriously A+++ in terms of quality of work done and communication throughout the project. Delivered exactly as expected. Would highly recommend for any outdoor landscaping needs. Michael Kolber2025-02-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our first landscaping job with Urban Soil was in 2023 and we were delighted with our experience. Zach was very responsive from the time of my first call to the completion of the project. At our first meeting we described what we wanted and he offered helpful suggestions with respect to incorporating our ideas with the existing layout. We worked together to make small changes, but we always knew the impact on the budget. The completed project was on time, on budget, and high quality. Zach also provided a drawing and measurements that were acceptable for a rebate from LADWP for drought resistant landscaping. We worked with Zach again more recently to re-landscape both the front and back yards of a 100 year old house. He and his crew once again did a great job. We worked with Zach to create a great plan that was efficiently managed and completed on time. We have received countless compliments from our new neighbors. I highly recommend him and his team! Deborah Weiser2025-02-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We could not be happier with our decision to go with Urban Landscape. Zach is the best. We got a few quotes and Zach's was very competitive but more than that, I knew I could trust him to do the best job. Just before we signed, my son got engaged and we decided to throw an engagement party two and half weeks later. Zach committed to get it done in time and he beat the deadline. We are thrilled with all the great work. Dr Nancy Sutton Pierce2025-02-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have rejuvenated our front & back yards with the help of Zack’s vision & strong team. Very happy with Zack & he is a great communicator & very hands on with his projects. Highly recommended!! Scott Bates2025-02-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have worked with Zach and Urban Soil on 3 separate projects, and they all turned out great. He has an excellent design eye, but also many suggestions on how to stay in budget. He and his crew were very professional. They did difficult work and still kept the site clean. They kept to schedule. I will work with them again. Jodee Becker2025-02-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an A Plus experience with Urban Soil. On time. Within budget. The crew kept a clean work site and Zach kept us informed every step of the way. The results surpassed our expectations. D R2025-02-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Zach and his team transformed my front lawn and backyard into beautiful drought tolerant gardens. Honestly, he’s the best contractor I’ve ever had: an excellent communicator, a hard-working team, knowledgeable about which plants would thrive in my area, and worked with me according to my vision and budget. I wholeheartedly recommend Urban Soil Landscape to anyone in need of landscaping services. They're the best!
Zen Garden FAQ
Got turf questions? We’ve got answers.
Wondering how a Zen Garden works or what it takes to build one? We’ve gathered the most common questions to help you feel confident and excited about creating your own outdoor retreat. If you don’t see your question here, just ask—we’re happy to help!
How much maintenance does a Zen Garden need?
Great news—it’s pretty low maintenance! Most Zen Gardens use drought-tolerant plants and gravel, so you’ll mostly just need to do occasional raking and keep an eye on any plants. We’ll also give you easy care tips when we’re done.
Can a Zen Garden work in a small backyard or even a balcony?
Absolutely! Zen Gardens are super flexible and can be designed for any size space. Whether it’s a cozy corner or a small balcony, we’ll create a peaceful retreat that fits just right.
How long does it take to build a Zen Garden?
Timelines vary depending on the design, but most projects take a few days to a couple of weeks. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way so you know exactly when your new oasis will be ready!