Sustainable Landscaping Services in Stillwater, MN That Support Nature and Your Lifestyle
Creating and Caring for Native Gardens
Create a thriving, eco-friendly garden designed to reduce maintenance, eliminate chemicals, and support local pollinators and wildlife. A quiet, chemical-free garden is not only possible in Stillwater, Minnesota — it’s increasingly preferred by residents who want beauty with ecological purpose. Our thoughtful design and expert care can make that vision a reality.
Open Space Gardens provides homeowners with low-impact native landscapes that align with their values and elevate everyday living. Whether located near downtown Stillwater, along the St. Croix River, or in nearby communities like Oak Park Heights and Bayport, properties in Stillwater benefit from our deep expertise in sustainable landscaping services.


Why Residents Choose Us
From small pollinator gardens, full-scale native plant beds, and ongoing seasonal care, our solutions are rooted in deep plant knowledge, professionalism and a commitment to sustainability.
Stillwater, MN offers a natural backdrop filled with tree-lined streets, well-kept parks, and an active community spirit. A thoughtfully designed garden and landscape becomes an extension of that charm, supporting biodiversity while remaining easy to care for over time.
Open Space Gardens brings a unique blend of values and experience: a firm commitment to sustainability, a trained and mission-driven team, and a process built on clear communication and dependable results. Landscapes installed and maintained by this team mature gracefully, requiring less intervention and offering more ecological benefit with each passing season.
For property owners looking to invest in lasting outdoor beauty that adds value to your property without sacrificing the environment, Open Space Gardens offers a trusted solution. Stillwater’s landscapes have the potential to provide beauty and habitat for nature at the same time.
Professional Garden Design, Installation, and Maintenance That Lasts Season After Season
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.

An Easy-to-Follow Process That Makes Your Project Stress-Free
Wherever you are in your journey to bring nature back to your landscape, our proven process keeps your project moving and makes it easy for you to stay involved:
Submit our online intake form or give us a call. We’ll learn a bit about your property, your goals, and what services you're interested in so we can start matching you with the right solutions.

The Top Three Reasons
Clients Trust Open Space Gardens
Before you invest in sustainable landscaping, you want to know what makes one company different from the next. At Open Space Gardens, we believe your landscape should reflect your values, reduce your environmental impact, and truly thrive over time. We’re not here to sell you a one-size-fits-all solution. We’re here to listen, design with intention, and maintain your garden with care. These are the top reasons why Stillwater, Minnesota homeowners trust us to get it right.
Seriously Committed to Sustainability
For over a decade, Open Space Gardens has helped property owners create landscapes that are both beautiful and ecologically vibrant. We don’t use synthetic fertilizers or chemical weed control. Instead, we build healthy soil with compost, plant native species that support pollinators and bird life, and minimize soil disturbance to preserve the underground ecosystem. From food gardens and bee lawns to full scale native garden installations, we offer solutions that reduce maintenance and increase habitat. Every space is installed and maintained using manual tools or electric-powered equipment to reduce our energy use and keep your outdoor space peaceful and your air cleaner.
Professional, Mission-Driven Team
Our clients care about the planet, and they want to work with people who feel the same way. That’s why every member of our team, from designers to field staff, is aligned with our environmental values and trained in best practices for sustainable gardening. Many have backgrounds in horticulture or native plant ecology, and all are committed to delivering thoughtful, respectful service. This means you can expect consistent, high-quality results from people who love what they do and understand the details that matter most in native garden design. You’ll see the difference in the way we work, how we communicate, and how well your garden performs over time.
Our Open Space Satisfaction Promise
From the first conversation to the final walk-through, we prioritize a smooth, informed experience. Our process is built to eliminate guesswork. You'll know when to expect your consultation, when your quote will arrive, and how your project is moving forward. We stay in touch by phone, email, and in person, and we respond quickly if questions come up. If something isn’t right, we address it within two business days and work together until the issue is resolved. Like sustainability, we treat client satisfaction as a core part of our service, not a nice-to-have. When you work with Open Space Gardens, you’re working with a team that stands behind every project, shares your environmental values, and earns your trust at every step.
What Clients Love About Their Sustainable Landscapes
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 care for their landscape and for them.
Serving Stillwater, MN and
Surrounding Twin Cities Communities
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
- Stillwater, MN
- Minnetonka, MN
- Eden Prairie, MN
We’re also growing our presence in surrounding areas. Visit our full Service Area page to learn more.
Begin Your Sustainable Landscaping Project in Stillwater, MN Today
Whether you want to eliminate some high-maintenance lawn, add habitat for birds and bees, or reduce your environmental footprint, Open Space Gardens can help. We’re not your typical landscaping company, we’re your partner for sustainable landscaping services.
Our approach is rooted in ecological integrity, thoughtful design that emphasizes the benefits of native plants for habitat, and a genuine respect for your vision. We’ll guide you through every step, from the first consultation to long-term maintenance, making it easy to create a landscape that’s both stunning and sustainable. You’ll enjoy a healthier outdoor environment, fewer inputs, and a garden that truly feels like home season after season.
Let’s turn your outdoor space into a vibrant, chemical-free habitat that supports both your family and the planet. Fill out our form or give us a call today to schedule your on-site consultation.