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MahamaiNative Landscapes
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about site visits, pricing, planting, watering, HOAs and our policies. Don't see your question? Just ask.

Getting started

How do I get started?

Call, email or fill out the form on our contact page. We'll get back to you within one business day to schedule a site visit, usually within one to two weeks.

What happens during a site visit?

We walk the yard with you for 60 to 75 minutes, look at sun, drainage, soil depth and existing plants, and talk about how you use the space and what you'd like to change. Afterward you'll get notes, a starter plant list and a rough budget range by email.

Do I need to be home for the visit?

For the first visit, yes. It's the best way for us to understand how you want to use the yard. For care visits, no, as long as we can reach the garden.

What areas do you serve?

Killeen, Harker Heights, Nolanville, Copperas Cove, Belton, Temple, Salado, Kempner and nearby communities, roughly within 30 miles of Killeen.

Design & pricing

How much does a design plan cost?

Plans start at $650 for up to about 2,500 square feet of planted area, including two rounds of revisions. Larger or multi-area plans are quoted after the site visit.

Can I install the plan myself?

Absolutely. Many clients do part of the work themselves and have us handle turf removal, stone or planting days. The plan includes everything you need to buy plants and lay out beds.

How do payments work?

Site visits and design plans are paid when booked or delivered. Install projects are scheduled with a 30% deposit, with the balance due on completion. We accept checks, cards and bank transfer.

Will the price change after I accept a quote?

Not without your approval. If we find something unexpected, like buried concrete or a broken irrigation line, we stop, explain the issue and give you a written change order before doing extra work.

Planting & care

When is the best time to plant?

Fall, from late September through November, is ideal in Central Texas. Early spring after the last frost (around mid-March) is the second-best window. We avoid major planting in June through August.

How much watering will a new garden need?

For the first four weeks, deep watering two or three times a week. Then we taper to weekly, and by the second summer most plants need only an occasional deep soak during long dry spells. You'll get a written schedule for your yard.

What is your plant guarantee?

If a plant we installed dies within 90 days and our watering guide was followed, we replace it at no charge. Freeze, flood, animal and vehicle damage are not covered.

Will native plants attract snakes or pests?

A well-kept native bed doesn't attract more snakes than a lawn edge or woodpile. We keep plantings back from foundations and walkways, and dense planting actually leaves fewer bare, hot spots for pests.

Water & HOA

Do native gardens help with watering restrictions?

Yes. Once established, most of the plants we use do fine on the reduced watering schedules that cities in the area put in place during drought. Always follow your city's current rules.

Do you install irrigation?

No. In Texas, irrigation system installation requires a licensed irrigator. When a project needs drip or sprinkler changes, we coordinate with a licensed irrigator who bills you directly.

Will my HOA approve a native yard?

Most do when the plan looks intentional. We can provide a plan sheet and plant list formatted for architectural review and make changes if the committee asks.

Policies

Can I reschedule or cancel?

Site visits can be rescheduled free with 24 hours' notice. Install deposits are refundable, minus any plants or materials already purchased for your project, if you cancel at least 7 days before the start date. Full details are in our Cancellation & Refund Policy.

How do you handle my personal information?

We use your contact details only to respond to you and manage your project. We never sell your information. See our Privacy Policy for details.

Ready to trade the mower for something that blooms?

Tell us a little about your yard. We'll call you back within one business day to set up a site visit.