Business Details
27 Years
experience
Custom Landscaping Solutions in Milford, MI
For over 25 years, Landscape Magic has been a premier provider of full-service landscaping solutions in Southeast Michigan. Founded by Kurt Kilroy, a seasoned landscape designer with decades of hands-on experience, we specialize in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces that blend functionality with natural beauty. Our services encompass landscape design, construction, and maintenance, including estate gardening, stone steps, retaining walls, and custom lighting. We prioritize personalized client communication, overseeing every project from initial consultation to completion. Our expertise in horticulture and landscape architecture ensures tailored solutions that enhance property value and client satisfaction.With a focus on quality materials and innovative techniques, we deliver durable, aesthetically pleasing results. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing client relationships and numerous testimonials praising our reliability, creativity, and attention to detail. As a locally owned business, we understand the unique needs of Michigan properties and strive to exceed expectations through meticulous craftsmanship and dedicated service.
Services
Landscape Design
Estate Gardening
Stone Steps
Retaining Walls
Flagstone Patios
Landscape Lighting
Water Features
Pond Installation
Outdoor Lighting
Maintenance Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of specialized landscaping expertise in Michigan's climate.
- Our owner personally oversees every project from design to completion.
- We use premium materials like Canadian limestone and durable LED lighting.
- Our team provides comprehensive services from initial design to maintenance.
- We guarantee reliable, timely execution with proven client testimonials.
What people say
Great working relationship
Dependable and trustworthy
Transformed our home
Met tight deadlines
Artistic efforts
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces tailored to Michigan's climate and terrain. We combine horticultural expertise with artistic vision to develop functional, aesthetically pleasing environments. Clients receive detailed plans incorporating plant selection, hardscaping, and lighting for year-round beauty and usability.
Estate Gardening
Estate gardening services focus on comprehensive property care, including seasonal planting, pruning, and bed maintenance. We implement tailored fertilization schedules and soil amendments to ensure vibrant, healthy landscapes. Our monthly management ensures consistent curb appeal and addresses drainage or growth issues proactively.
Stone Steps
We construct durable stone steps using limestone, bluestone, or granite for safe, elegant elevation transitions. Options include natural or guillotined cuts in various colors and textures. Each installation features crushed stone bases for stability and drainage, with boulder accents to prevent erosion.
Retaining Walls
Our retaining walls combine structural integrity with aesthetic appeal using limestone or boulders. We incorporate geotextile fabric and proper drainage systems to prevent erosion. Projects range from functional driveway supports to decorative garden features with integrated lighting and plantings.
Landscape Lighting
We install energy-efficient LED lighting systems to enhance safety and nighttime aesthetics. Services include path lighting, uplighting for architectural features, and low-voltage systems for patios. Existing halogen systems can be upgraded with minimal disruption to current fixtures.
People
Kurt Kilroy
Owner
Kurt Kilroy founded Landscape Magic 25 years ago after earning a horticulture degree from Michigan State University. He personally oversees all projects, combining academic expertise with practical experience in landscape construction and maintenance. His focus on client communication and quality craftsmanship has earned long-term relationships and industry recognition.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, stone steps, retaining walls, estate gardening, lighting, and water features for residential properties in Southeast Michigan.
How long have you served Michigan homeowners?
Landscape Magic has delivered customized outdoor solutions since 1999, with owner Kurt Kilroy personally overseeing projects for 25 years.
Can you handle complex terrain challenges?
Yes, we specialize in difficult slopes and elevation changes, creating functional stone steps and retaining walls that prevent erosion while enhancing aesthetics.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive estate gardening including seasonal planting, pruning, bed maintenance, and winter snow removal to preserve your landscape year-round.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southeast Michigan communities including Milford, Novi, Brighton, West Bloomfield, and surrounding areas.
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Reviews (6)
Gravitas Indeed
Jun 16, 2022
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I can see the attitude that other reviews are talking about. My yard is a mess, nothing looks better than i could have done myself for 15k less. When i commented on this with the owner he gives me two incompatible responses - that I'm wrong and there's nothing unprofessional about the job but also that he was disappointed in his worker (who he let go) and that he can't find good help these days. If there's nothing wrong with it i guess the worker wasn't that bad. Alternatively, maybe he has a bad either and is just refusing to make it right. Gave me attitude about how everything was great while taking pictures, no doubt going into his evidence folder in case there were legal action.
Then after taking the pics he drove his trailer way off my driveway, rutting up the new grass. Bet those pics didn't make it into the folder. If you do hire magic, don't pay in full until he's completed the work like a professional. Otherwise he'll just lose interest. I edited this review up to 3 stars because i feel bad criticizing a small business, but I'd never do it again. I can't tell if one star would be being too dramatic.
Then after taking the pics he drove his trailer way off my driveway, rutting up the new grass. Bet those pics didn't make it into the folder. If you do hire magic, don't pay in full until he's completed the work like a professional. Otherwise he'll just lose interest. I edited this review up to 3 stars because i feel bad criticizing a small business, but I'd never do it again. I can't tell if one star would be being too dramatic.
Steve Stryker
Mar 05, 2021
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We had an area under our maple tree that never grew grass. Had Kurt design and install a complete area with steps, retaining wall, ground cover, plants, bushes and mulch. My wife and I couldn't be more pleased. He has created a more usable space with easy access with some privacy too.
Larry Weis
Feb 05, 2021
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The folks from Landscape Magic did a super "major" job for us.great quality, responsive, professional and creative in their approach.
Karen Heiser
Nov 18, 2020
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Landscape Magic utterly transformed my old, overgrown, outdated, landscape in a matter of days! The landscape design was not only done on time but done creatively so that my home has variations of color from every season. Many perennials were used giving a plethora of height and color throughout my yard and giving us the more "naturalized" landscape look we were hoping to achieve. Kurt, the owner, was professional, courteous, and was willing to take suggestions and tweak the design based on our likes. Couldn't have asked for a better experience and would and have suggested Landscape Magic to many neighbors and friends.
Luke Barnard
Jun 13, 2020
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I had a large stone walkway/stairs installed to my front porch. Very satisfied with the work and price. The installers were courteous and professional, finishing the project in two days. This project was completed in 2015.
Eric Lewis
May 22, 2020
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Update: downgraded from two stars to one, due to there being no topsoil (charged for 25 yards on 8500 sq ft lot) under the sod, half the grass in the front and back has not grown at all this season. Will need to have sod remediation done which will cost $4-5k. I get upset everytime I try to cut the grass, very frustrated for allowing myself to get scammed. Good job on the stone wall (which earned the second star), would not recommend for sod. Was charged for 25 yards of topsoil ($1600+) for a 4,000 SQ ft of sod and a couple beds.
There was no topsoil under the sod, may have been 5-10 yards of topsoil actually used. Sod is two inches lower than driveway, have rolled my ankle countless times due to the poor work. Diagram did not match his work, when corrected I had to pay nearly $2k more to have the wall placed where it initially was diagramed. Owner insist that he used 25 yards of topsoil; received second opinion from two other landscape companies that told me I was severely taken advantage of. Neighbors that have utilized Landscape Magic said they experienced same troubles. Wish I would have supervised versus putting my trust in a local company.
There was no topsoil under the sod, may have been 5-10 yards of topsoil actually used. Sod is two inches lower than driveway, have rolled my ankle countless times due to the poor work. Diagram did not match his work, when corrected I had to pay nearly $2k more to have the wall placed where it initially was diagramed. Owner insist that he used 25 yards of topsoil; received second opinion from two other landscape companies that told me I was severely taken advantage of. Neighbors that have utilized Landscape Magic said they experienced same troubles. Wish I would have supervised versus putting my trust in a local company.
