Natural Garden Design in Minneapolis, MN That Brings Nature Back to your Landscape
Create a Space That’s Beautiful, Functional, and Sustainable
Create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that supports local wildlife and reflects your eco-friendly goals. If you’re dealing with a high-maintenance lawn or a landscape that doesn’t feel like you, garden design from Open Space Gardens offers a better way forward. Our garden design service in Minneapolis, Minnesota helps you create a space that’s both environmentally responsible and personally meaningful. Whether you're replacing turf with native plants, starting a food garden, or building a pollinator-friendly yard, our team is here to guide you.
We specialize in
designing gardens with native plant communities
Every design is crafted with expert care, with an emphasis on native plants that have evolved to thrive in our area. This enables us to design gardens that not only look great and add value to your property, but also promote healthy air and clean water, while creating critical habitat for birds, pollinators and other wildlife. You’ll also get a landscape that grows better over time—while reducing maintenance and building healthy soil.
Clients choose us for our reliable communication, mission-driven team, and thoughtful designs that feel like an extension of your home. And with our Open Space Satisfaction Promise, you always know what to expect.
Take the first step. Fill out our intake form or call to schedule your design consultation.
Why Clients Choose Us for Garden Design in Minneapolis, MN
Garden design is about more than plopping a few hostas and rocks in your yard. It’s about designing a connected community of plants that work together to reduce maintenance, provide beauty and create a home for wildlife. We help Minneapolis homeowners build gardens that are beautiful, easier to care for, healthy for you, and beneficial to local ecosystems.
Native Plants that Thrive in Minneapolis
We select native plants that have evolved in our region and require less care, less water and provide more habitat for pollinators and wildlife, so your garden works with nature instead of against it.
Personalized Plans for Every Property
Your space and goals drive the design. Whether you want an edible food garden or a quiet backyard oasis, we create a plan that fits your life.
Sustainability Without Compromise
Our gardens are built without synthetic fertilizers, chemical site treatments or noisy gas-powered tools. You get cleaner air, quiet installation, and a healthier outdoor space for your family and neighbors.
A Smooth, Professional Experience
From start to finish, we communicate clearly, show up when we say we will, and make sure you’re informed every step of the way.
Why Thoughtful Garden Design Makes All the Difference
The right garden design does more than improve curb appeal. It makes your yard easier to maintain, better for the environment, and healthy to live in. When you work with Open Space Gardens, you get a team that understands how to design for long-term success in Minneapolis, MN.
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Native plants chosen for to thrive in your space
Support wildlife and reduce upkeep so you spend more time enjoying your garden and less time working in it.
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Custom designs tailored to your lifestyle and property
Get a space that reflects your goals—whether that’s replacing turf, adding beauty, or supporting biodiversity.
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Sustainable methods that protect your health and the environment
Avoiding gas-powered tools and synthetic chemicals means clean, quiet work and long-term sustainable benefits.
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Flexible installation options that fit your timeline
Install all at once or in stages. We work within your schedule and budget.
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Built-in maintenance support to keep things thriving
Choose ongoing care or DIY with our custom care guide and seasonal service options.
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A team aligned with your values
Our crew has local plant knowledge and is trained in sustainable practices and driven by a shared mission to protect the environment through every project.
Our Proven Process for Garden Design
Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll meet you there and help you create a beautiful space that reflects your values and supports a healthy, vibrant ecosystem.
Your Design Options Can Include:
Let Us Craft A Thoughtful Design From Scratch
We’ll help you shape your outdoor space from the ground up with a computer-generated plan that reflects your goals, your values, and the nuances and conditions of your site.
Grow What You’ve Already Started
If you’ve been dreaming, sketching, or exploring ideas on your own, we’ll work with what you have and refine it into a clear, sustainable design you can feel good about.
Get a Simple Sketch During Your Site Visit
Sometimes, all you need is a conversation, a walk through the yard, and a quick sketch. Our project managers can help bring early ideas to life with a straightforward concept.
Install a Design You Already Have
If you already have a plan in hand, we’re happy to review it, offer feedback if needed, and install it with the care and quality you expect from Open Space Gardens.
Answers to Your Garden Design Questions—So You Can Move Forward With Confidence
What Clients Say About Our Services
We’ve earned many 5-star reviews across the Twin Cities for a reason: our clients trust us to get it right. They value the way we design and care for their landscape and for them.
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Gardens That Make a Lasting Impression
The photos below show real gardens we’ve designed and installed across Minneapolis and the Twin Cities. Every space reflects our commitment to sustainability, native plants, and thoughtful design. From backyard beds to pollinator boulevards, these landscapes are designed to grow more vibrant year after year.
Explore our portfolio to see what’s possible.
Explore Our Full Range of Eco-Friendly Landscaping Services
Whether you’re looking for custom garden design, ongoing landscape maintenance, or something in between, we’ll help you take the next right step:
Garden Design
Collaborate with our expert designers to craft a custom plan that reflects your aesthetic, supports biodiversity and native habitat, and reduces long-term maintenance.
Garden Installation
Our experienced team brings your vision to life with high-quality site preparation, precise planting, and quiet e-powered tools.
Chemical-Free Garden Maintenance
Keep your garden thriving with expert ongoing care tailored to the needs of your space, including regular pruning and weeding to maximize plant and soil health.
Seasonal Enhancements
Add seasonal color and variety with rotating planter displays that keep your home or business looking fresh and inviting year-round.
Coaching and Consultations
Need advice or hands-on guidance?
We offer expert insights to help you care for your garden confidently and sustainably.
E-Lawn Care
Lawn care that prioritizes pollinator-friendly lawn plants, healthy soil and quiet electric mowing, delivered without harsh synthetic chemicals or noisy equipment.
The Leader Among
Sustainable Garden Design for Minneapolis and the Twin Cities Metro
Open Space Gardens proudly serves commercial and residential clients who care about the environment and want to bring nature back to their outdoor spaces. We work throughout St. Paul, MN and Minneapolis, MN, and regularly travel to:
- St. Paul, MN
- Minneapolis, MN
- Edina, MN
- St. Louis Park, MN
- Roseville, MN
- West St. Paul, MN
- Minnetonka, MN
- Eden Prairie, MN
We’re also growing our presence in surrounding areas. Visit our full Service Area page to learn more.
Start Your Garden Design in Minneapolis, Minnesota Today
If you're ready to replace high-maintenance turfgrass lawn with a vibrant garden that supports pollinators, protects the soil, and aligns with your values, we're here to help. Open Space Gardens delivers thoughtful, sustainable designs with a clear process and personalized support.
Schedule your consultation today. Let’s build something beautiful together.