Landscaping Services in McLean, VA

Your home is your pride and joy, but not everyone has the time, know-how, or equipment to keep exterior spaces looking their best. Your home’s curb appeal and even its value can be hugely influenced by what people see when they glance at your property’s landscaping, and first impressions make a world of difference.
If your McLean, VA, home could use landscaping services, call Wheat’s Landscape to get the job done. Whether it’s routine maintenance or a full-scale transformation, Wheat’s has you covered.
Property and Lawn Maintenance Services in McLean

It’s more complicated than you might think to keep a property and lawn looking manicured and ready for anything. It’s not enough to mow the lawn and sprinkle some fertilizer around, especially if your property has a variety of trees, plants, and flowers alongside the grass.
Wheat’s Landscape does so much more than keep your lawn green and good-looking: We go beyond the basics to keep every element of your lawn healthy and lush. That includes weeding, trimming, and pruning, snow removal, weed control, and insect and disease control.
Other yard maintenance and lawn care services include:
- Grading
- Soil, sand, mulch, and rock installation
- Seasonal edging and mulching
- Irrigation and lighting
- Crabgrass control
- Aeration and seeding
- And more!
Want to keep your McLean property clean-cut and eye-catching? Call Wheat’s Landscape at 703-641-4790 to discuss your needs, or contact us online for a free consultation.
Landscape Design and Installation in McLean

There are many reasons you might be unhappy with the current state of your McLean property, and Wheat’s Landscape is here to help. A sloped yard, poor drainage, or lack of healthy and attractive plant selection can all mean your yard is not living up to its full potential.
Our design team has the expertise to transform your property into a space that’s delightful and as functional as you need it to be. Our design and installation services include:
- Drainage system design and installation
- Hardscape/patio design and installation
- Garden design
- Landscape planning and design
Whether you want to add a few plants or completely overhaul your outdoor living space through landscaping design, Wheat’s Landscape is prepared to deliver excellence every step of the way.

Why Choose Wheat’s for Your McLean Landscape?
Wheat’s Landscape was founded in McLean in 1978 and has spent more than 40 years helping homeowners care for and improve their properties. Over that time, Wheat’s has grown from a local lawn care company into a full-service landscape firm that can handle ongoing maintenance as well as larger design and installation projects.
That experience is especially useful when different parts of a landscape affect one another. A drainage issue can impact the lawn, mature trees can change what grows well underneath them, and a new patio may require changes to irrigation or surrounding plantings. Instead of treating each project separately, Wheat’s can look at the property as a whole and help homeowners plan improvements that work together. That approach, combined with decades of experience in McLean and throughout Northern Virginia, has helped Wheat’s build a reputation for professional service and quality work.
Don’t wait to enjoy the property of your dreams. Request a free consultation online or call Wheat’s Landscape at 703-641-4790 to bring your vision to life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Landscaping in McLean
What landscaping challenges are common in McLean?
McLean properties often have mature trees, established planting beds, large lawns, and outdoor spaces that have changed over time. That can create challenges with shade, drainage, irrigation, and turf health. A good landscape plan should take those existing conditions into account rather than treating every part of the yard the same.
Why does grass struggle under mature trees?
Heavy shade can make it difficult for grass to grow, and tree roots may also compete with turf for water and nutrients. Compacted soil and foot traffic can make the problem worse. In some areas, improving the lawn may mean adjusting watering, aerating and seeding, or considering a different planting approach.
How do I know if my yard has a drainage problem?
Standing water, soggy lawn areas, erosion, water collecting near patios, or mulch washing out after storms can all point to a drainage issue. The problem may be related to grading, compacted soil, or the way runoff moves across the property. Drainage is usually best addressed before adding new hardscaping or planting.
Should irrigation be updated during a landscape project?
It often makes sense to review irrigation when planting beds, lawn areas, patios, or walkways are being changed. The existing system may no longer deliver water where it is needed after the layout changes. Addressing irrigation during the project can help avoid disturbing newly finished areas later.
When does a larger landscape redesign make sense?
A larger redesign may make sense when several issues are connected, such as poor drainage, outdated plantings, underused outdoor spaces, or lighting that no longer works well for the property. Planning those improvements together can help the finished landscape function and look more cohesive.