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Expert Sustainable Landscaping Services in Minneapolis
Minnehaha Falls Landscaping has been sustainably enhancing outdoor spaces for over six decades as a locally-owned business. Our expertise lies in creating organic, chemical-free landscapes that prioritize soil health, water conservation, and native plantings to promote biodiversity. We specialize in landscape design, hardscaping, gardening services, and home remodeling, serving residential and commercial clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with a collaborative approach, ensuring every project aligns with client preferences while supporting local ecosystems.With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and environmental stewardship, we deliver tailored solutions that transform properties into functional, pollinator-friendly sanctuaries. Our educational resources and community partnerships further reinforce our mission to protect and nurture natural habitats in urban environments.
Services
Landscape Design
Bee Lawns
Gardening Services
Snow Removal
Decks & Fences
Home Remodeling
Patio Installation
Pollinator Gardens
Soil Restoration
Retaining Walls
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in organic landscaping and ecosystem restoration.
- Our team prioritizes chemical-free practices and native plant selections for sustainability.
- Personalized designs ensure landscapes harmonize with client lifestyles and local ecosystems.
- We maintain a deep commitment to community through educational partnerships and pollinator initiatives.
- Proven expertise in transforming properties with durable, eco-conscious hardscaping solutions.
What people say
Craftsmanship and attention to detail
Thrilled with pollinator garden results
Professional and creative team
Transformed backyard into oasis
Expertise in native plantings
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces that balance aesthetics with ecological function. We develop detailed plans incorporating native plants, sustainable materials, and functional layouts tailored to client preferences. With expertise in both residential and commercial projects, we transform properties into thriving ecosystems that support pollinators while meeting practical needs.
Bee Lawns
Bee lawns replace traditional turf with diverse, low-maintenance groundcovers that support pollinators. We install clover blends and native flowering plants that require less water and maintenance while creating vital habitat for bees and other beneficial insects in urban environments.
Gardening Services
Our gardening services maintain healthy, vibrant landscapes through organic practices and native plant expertise. We provide seasonal cleanups, soil enrichment, and plant health management to ensure gardens thrive while minimizing environmental impact through chemical-free maintenance approaches.
Decks & Fences
We build durable, aesthetically pleasing decks and fences using quality materials that complement natural landscapes. Our hardscaping experts create functional outdoor living spaces while maintaining ecological balance through sustainable material choices and construction methods.
Home Remodeling
Our home remodeling service extends sustainable design principles to interior spaces. We specialize in updating kitchens, bathrooms, and living areas with eco-conscious materials and energy-efficient solutions that enhance functionality while maintaining the character of existing structures.
People
Russ
Owner/Operator
Russ leads Minnehaha Falls Landscaping with decades of experience in organic landscaping. He specializes in pollinator habitats and sustainable design, guiding clients through eco-friendly transformations while maintaining deep community connections through environmental education initiatives.
Chesney
Co-Owner
Chesney co-owns Minnehaha Falls Landscaping, focusing on creating healthy environments through natural landscaping approaches. With extensive industry knowledge, she helps clients implement chemical-free solutions that benefit both properties and local ecosystems.
Questions
What services does Minnehaha Falls Landscaping offer?
We provide landscape design, hardscaping, gardening services, snow removal, pollinator gardens, and home remodeling. Our focus is on sustainable, organic practices that support local ecosystems.
Are your landscaping practices environmentally friendly?
Yes, we use 100% organic methods with no chemicals. Our approach prioritizes soil health, native plants, and water conservation to create pollinator-friendly, sustainable landscapes.
How do you handle project consultations?
We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your vision, property needs, and lifestyle. Our team then creates customized designs and implementation plans tailored to your specific goals.
Do you serve residential and commercial properties?
Yes, we work with both residential homeowners and commercial clients to create functional, beautiful outdoor spaces that align with their unique requirements and environmental goals.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Minneapolis and the surrounding Twin Cities metro area, delivering sustainable landscaping solutions for both urban and suburban properties.
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Reviews (7)
Mary Jane Smetanka
Mar 12, 2022
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Minnehaha Falls Landscaping repaired my falling-down retaining wall, which was leaning over the sidewalk after many years of frost heave and wet ground. They listened to my concerns that this section of wall be super-stabilized because of worry over rising groundwater and reused the existing blocks, removing most of the wall to put in a new foundation. The crew was friendly, explained what they were doing and worked hard and long at a heavy and difficult job. The repaired wall is perfectly straight and level. I've hired many contractors but Minnehaha stood out for their communication, promptness and work quality. Recommended!
Tim Kretzmann
Jan 28, 2022
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Minnehaha Falls Landscaping created a comprehensive landscaping plan for our property, including removal of old overgrown shrubs and planting a variety of shrubs and flowers suited to our shaded property. They also added some rock features and a nice slate garden path and rain garden. These guys are great, I highly recommend them. Services: Sod installation, Yard work
Kathryn Jensen
Jan 26, 2022
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Russ and his team were magnificent to work with. We like to think of our home and yard as a work of art. Russ was able to guide us with education and suggestions to create a yard that is environmentally friendly and beautiful in our eyes. The team is hardworking, knowledgeable and friendly. The wall reminded me of the Egyptian Pyramids. Each piece laid surgically and beautifully. Environmentally friendly piece of Art! We couldn't be more pleased! Kathryn and Amy
Scott Kringle
Jan 24, 2022
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We approached Minnehaha Landscaping wanting a patio and a landscape plan. We worked with Tom Kerby, their landscape architect. Our instruction to Tom was whatever you come up with make it look like it has always been there. Tom hit it out of the park! We thoroughly enjoyed working with Tom and his team.
Margaret Bogue-Harper
Jan 24, 2022
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Russ and his crew helped us remove our traditional front yard and convert it it a grass-free landscape using native plants. Russ took our suggestions about what we wanted and designed the landscape using some of our existing plants, and incorporating additional new natives. The crew was great - punctual, neat, and responsive to our suggestions along the way. We are thrilled with our new front yard space and look forward to watching it grow in the spring and happy to have established a bird and bee friendly space for years to come. We would recommend them to anyone interested in going native.
Jone Tiffany
Jan 13, 2022
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Minnehaha Falls Landscaping desinged and built a patio, garden and small beach at our home. They cleared the overgrown buffer zone and decided where the patio would be placed. Then they designed the landscaping and planted it. The people who worked in the yard were professional, polite and funny. They did a great job with the entire project. We spent many hours relaxing on our new patio surrounded by beautiful flowers. We highly recommend them for your yard projects.
Darcy D.
Jun 05, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Very hostile man. He bullies people and is very rude. The value is not worth what you get. Plants don't last. Inflated pricing. Refuse to back purchases. Service: Repair water fixtures
