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2024 Landscape Design Trends

With the temperatures finally dropping after an unseasonably warm start to the winter, landscaping might be the last thing on your mind. However, now is the perfect time to start

Best of Lake Minnetonka 2023!

We are extremely honored to receive the Reader’s Choice Award for: “Best of Lake Minnetonka 2023” for Landscape Design Services We have worked hard to earn this title for the

Adding Unique Elements to Your Landscape Project

We love added special details to our clients yard designs.  Once you see some of these creations you’ll want that unique piece added to your space too! LARGE ART PIECE

Modern European Cottage in 2022 Homes by Architect Tour

2022 Homes by Architects Tour, Minnesota Saturday & Sunday, September 17-18 Home #1 / Cottage Gables, Deephaven     What a show stopper!  We were lucky enough to work as

Lakeside Minnetonka, MN Project Before & After

See how Yardscapes transformed the landscaping for this unique Lake Minnetonka Lakeside Retreat which features a modern / mid-century architecture vibe.

The ins and outs of natural stone retaining walls

Many, if not most, landscape installations require some type of retaining wall. See the most common types of retaining walls that Yardscapes installs.

Outdoor Kitchens Ideas in Minnesota

Outdoor kitchens have become our highest demand outdoor features over the past 10 years. See examples of outdoor kitchens we have created for our customers.

Fall is here, so let’s start a Fire(place)

FALL IS HERE! This is the best time to have gatherings around your outdoor fireplaces!  Plus, there are so many fireplace options now: 1. Gas or wood burning 2. Fire pit