Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Charleston, SC
Founded in 1994 by Kirk Young, Live Oak Landscapes has built enduring client relationships through professional excellence and transformative landscape results. Our Charleston-based team delivers comprehensive installation, maintenance, and erosion control services across three South Carolina counties. With decades of combined experience, we combine technical expertise in sustainable practices with artistic design sensibilities to create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments. Our CEPSCI-certified founder leads erosion control initiatives that balance environmental responsibility with practical effectiveness.Through consistent communication and meticulous attention to detail, we ensure every project maintains seasonal beauty and long-term vitality. Our multi-phase design process integrates architectural harmony with ecological considerations, while our maintenance division employs precision techniques for irrigation management and plant health care. Committed to transparency and client education, we provide tailored solutions that address both immediate needs and future landscape sustainability.
Services
Landscape Installation
Maintenance Services
Erosion Control
Irrigation Management
Pruning Services
Hydroseeding
Grading Solutions
Storm Cleanups
Plant Health Care
Custom Design
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience serving Charleston's unique landscape needs
- Our founder holds CEPSCI certification in erosion control practices
- We offer comprehensive services from design to long-term maintenance
- We maintain consistent communication and seasonal property care
- We implement environmentally responsible soil stabilization techniques
Services
Landscape Design
Our Landscape Design Division creates personalized outdoor spaces that combine beauty, function, and lasting value. From concept to final design, we collaborate closely with clients to develop landscapes that complement property architecture and setting. Our process includes site analysis, concept development, plant selection, and 3D renderings to deliver timeless, tailored outdoor environments that stand the test of time.
Maintenance Services
The Maintenance Division provides high-quality, detail-oriented care to keep landscapes looking their best in every season. Our comprehensive services include expert mowing, precision pruning, irrigation management, seasonal cleanups, and ongoing plant health care. Each property receives consistent attention to ensure curb appeal and long-term landscape vitality through all weather conditions.
Erosion Control
Our Erosion Control Division delivers environmentally responsible solutions to stabilize soil and protect landscapes from erosion. Led by CEPSCI-certified founder Kirk Young, we provide grading, drainage management, slope stabilization, and hydroseeding. Our services include site assessment, sediment control, vegetation restoration, and compliance reporting to protect residential and commercial properties with practical, long-lasting strategies.
People
Kirk Young
President and Founder
Kirk Young founded Live Oak Landscapes in 1994 with a vision for combining artistic design with technical expertise. With CEPSCI certification in erosion control, he leads sustainable landscape solutions while maintaining direct client relationships across Charleston's unique environmental landscape.
Todd Holseberg
Vice President
Todd Holseberg serves as Vice President, overseeing daily operations and project execution. With extensive experience in landscape management, he ensures consistent quality across all maintenance and installation projects while maintaining the company's commitment to client satisfaction and environmental responsibility.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive landscaping solutions including custom design, installation, maintenance, and erosion control services tailored to Charleston's unique environmental conditions.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties in South Carolina, providing localized expertise for residential and commercial properties.
How do you handle erosion control?
Our CEPSCI-certified team uses environmentally responsible methods like grading, hydroseeding, and slope stabilization to protect properties from soil erosion while maintaining ecological balance.
What maintenance packages are available?
We offer customized maintenance plans covering mowing, pruning, irrigation management, seasonal cleanups, and plant health care to ensure year-round landscape vitality.
Can you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial clients with tailored solutions for properties ranging from small courtyards to large estates and construction sites.
