Professional Garden Installation in Minneapolis, MN That Brings Beauty and Purpose to Your Yard
From Underused Yard to Outdoor Destination
Open Space Gardens provides garden installation in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for homeowners who want more from their outdoor space. Whether you're replacing an underused lawn, improving curb appeal, supporting pollinators, or creating a more inviting place to relax and gather, we help bring your vision to life through thoughtful planning and expert installation.
From historic homes in Linden Hills to urban properties in Northeast Minneapolis and family homes in Nokomis, we create landscapes that feel connected to your way of life and the character of your neighborhood.
Our installations often include native plantings, pollinator gardens, rain gardens, pathways, seasonal enhancements, and other features that add beauty, function, and long-term value to your property.
Here's what you can expect:
- A Deep Commitment to Sustainability using native plants and chemical-free practices that support healthier landscapes.
- A Professional, Mission-Driven Team with extensive knowledge of native plants, ecological gardening, and long-term landscape success.
- Clear Communication and Our Open Space Satisfaction Promise so you're informed and supported throughout every stage of your project.
The success of your project depends on more than plants and materials. It depends on working with a team that understands your goals, communicates clearly, and follows through on every detail.
Built for Long-Term Beauty, Not Short-Term Results
A new landscape should continue improving long after installation day. That's especially important in Minneapolis, where changing seasons, varying soil conditions, and weather extremes can affect how a landscape performs over time.
That's why we focus on more than appearance alone. Plant selection, drainage, soil preparation, spacing, and layout all play an important role in how your landscape performs over time.
Our team creates outdoor spaces that fit your property, your goals, and the way you want to enjoy your yard for years to come.
Landscapes Designed for Minneapolis Conditions
From heavy spring rainfall and summer heat to long winters and freeze-thaw cycles, Minneapolis, Minnesota landscapes face unique challenges. We select plants and materials that are well-suited to local conditions and positioned for long-term success.
Clear Communication From Start to Finish
You'll know what to expect throughout the process, including consultation timelines, proposal delivery, scheduling, and project updates.
Experienced Professionals Who Care About the Details
Plant spacing, soil preparation, grading, and installation quality all influence long-term performance. Our team takes the time to get the details right so your investment continues to grow more beautiful each season.
Let’s talk about what you envision for your garden and outdoor spaces. Fill out our form today to schedule your on-site consultation.
Garden Features Designed for Beauty, Function, and Lasting Enjoyment
No two properties are exactly alike. Some homeowners want colorful pollinator habitat. Others want improved drainage, better curb appeal, more usable outdoor space, or a landscape that requires less maintenance. That's why every garden installation project is tailored to your goals, site conditions, and vision for the future.
Our services include:
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Seasonal Enhancements
Keep your front porch, window boxes, and other display areas interesting with seasonal updates that complement your home's style.
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Pollinator Gardens
Support bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects while enjoying color, texture, and movement throughout the growing season.
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Habitat Creation
Welcome birds and other wildlife with native plant groupings designed to provide food, shelter, and year-round interest.
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Plantings
Add beauty, structure, and seasonal color with carefully selected plants that thrive in Minneapolis conditions.
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Mulch Installation
Improve soil health, retain moisture, and reduce weed pressure with natural mulch that helps your landscape perform its best.
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Walkways and Paths
Connect outdoor spaces and improve accessibility with pathways that add function and visual appeal.
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Water Features
Create a peaceful focal point with features that introduce movement, sound, and a sense of relaxation to your outdoor space.
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Rain Gardens
Manage stormwater naturally while adding beauty and supporting healthier soil and local ecosystems.
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Xeriscaping
Reduce water use and maintenance demands with drought-tolerant plantings designed for lasting beauty and performance.
What to Expect During Your Garden Installation Project
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.
Reach Out
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.
Personalized Follow-Up
Within one business day, we'll reach out to discuss your project, answer your initial questions and schedule your on-site consultation with one of our knowledgeable Project Managers.
On-Site Consultation
We will visit you to assess your space, review goals and challenges, and collect the information we need to develop a thoughtful plan and quote. We charge a small fee for most of our on-site consultations that is applied as a credit for any going work we perform.
Design + Quote
Following the consultation, our team gets to work on a landscape plan tailored to your property and priorities. You’ll receive a detailed proposal usually within a week, and we’ll schedule a follow-up call to walk through the plan and pricing together.
Approval & Agreement
When you're ready to move forward, it's easy to approve your quote online and we can then get your project scheduled. Some smaller projects can begin quickly, while more complex installs are scheduled based on season and scope.
Installation
For installations, our team arrives on time with the plants and materials needed to bring your design to life. We install every project with care and attention to detail, using chemical-free methods and low-impact tools. Before we wrap up, we’ll walk through the garden with you, explain plant choices, and offer tips for care.
Maintenance & Ongoing Support
We offer seasonal and monthly maintenance services designed to protect your investment and keep your garden thriving. If you choose to enroll in ongoing care, our team will be there season after season to keep your landscape looking its best.
Helpful Answers Before The Project Begins
Most projects take 1–3 days to install, depending on size. We’ll provide a schedule during the quote review.
Yes! We are happy to work with you whether you’re starting from the beginning or already have a design that’s ready to be installed.
Yes. Our staff is trained in native plant ecology and sustainable methods. We select plants that thrive in St. Paul’s climate with minimal input.
We offer weekly, monthly and seasonal maintenance plans, and we’ll explain your options during installation.
Yes. Walkways, mulch, and small water features are available as part of your installation.
What Clients Love About Working With Open Space Gardens
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.
Browse Projects
See What's Possible for Your Minneapolis Property
Browse recent projects from across St. Paul and the Twin Cities and discover what’s possible when sustainability, native plants, and expert installation come together. From colorful pollinator gardens to practical rain gardens, every design is customized to support habitat, reduce maintenance, and reflect the client’s goals. These aren’t cookie-cutter installs—they’re living landscapes designed with purpose and installed with care.
Want a garden like this? View our full portfolio and get inspired.
Support for Every Stage of Your Landscape's Growth
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.
Garden Installation Services
Across Minneapolis, MN and Surrounding 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 Minneapolis-St. Paul, 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
- Golden Valley, MN
We’re also growing our presence in surrounding areas. Visit our full Service Area page to learn more.
Bring Your Landscape Ideas to Life
A well-designed landscape can add beauty, habitat, curb appeal, and enjoyment to your property for years to come.
Whether you're replacing underused lawn, adding planting beds, creating habitat, or building an entirely new outdoor space, Open Space Gardens can help bring your ideas to life.
Schedule your consultation today and take the next step toward garden installation in Minneapolis, MN.
