Creating a Functional Playfield & Improved Drainage

Project Overview:

Alexandra had an unused, uneven field in her yard experiencing drainage issues, making it unsuitable for her children's activities. Carolina Terrain, in collaboration with Michael Gonzalez of Blue2Green Landscapes, transformed this area into a beautiful, level, and functional playfield with a comprehensive drainage and irrigation solution.

Project Goals:

• Create a level, safe play area for children

• Solve existing drainage issues

• Improve overall landscape aesthetics and usability

Services Completed:

• Professional soil testing and amendment based on lab results

• Comprehensive site grading and swale creation for proper drainage

• Installation of TifTuf Bermuda sod for a durable play surface

• Topsoil integration and soil conditioning

• Plant installation for erosion control, privacy, and beautification

• Mulching and landscape fabric installation for slope stabilization

• Aluminum edging installation for defined borders

• Dripline and field irrigation system installation

• Plumbing permits, backflow system, and garden hydrant spigot installation

Key Features:

• Turf Field: Installed 6,668 sq ft of TifTuf Bermuda sod

• Privacy Screening: Established an 88-foot-long American Holly hedge

• Erosion Control: Integrated ground cover plants, including Creeping Juniper, Purple Wintercreeper, and Daylilies

• Enhanced Soil: Applied compost and topsoil amendments to improve soil health

• Irrigation System: Installed 3 turf zones and 1 drip zone with outdoor controller

• Backflow & Plumbing:Professional installation complying with Mecklenburg County regulations

• Garden Spigot: Added convenient hydrant spigot near planter boxes

Project Timeline:

• Completed efficiently within projected timeline considering weather conditions

Detailed Cost Breakdown:

Total Project Investment: $39,701.22

• Turf & Soil Installation: $13,634.62

• Slope Planting & Mulching: $15,785.38

• Edging Installation: $1,850.00

• Irrigation & Dripline System: $4,600.00

• Plumbing Permits & Backflow Installation: $1,955.00

• Garden Hydrant Spigot: $677.35

• Optional Plant Warranty: $1,198.87