Avant Gardening

Our landscaping services combine artistic vision with functional design to create unique outdoor spaces. We specialize in custom hardscaping, planting schemes, and ecological integration. Clients benefit from site-specific solutions that enhance property value while maintaining environmental harmony through sustainable practices.

We provide comprehensive lawn care focused on organic methods and soil health. Services include compost applications, aeration, and targeted weed control. Our approach reduces chemical use while promoting resilient, vibrant turf that withstands Wisconsin's climate challenges through science-based maintenance protocols.

Our garden maintenance ensures year-round beauty through tailored pruning, mulching, and plant health programs. We adapt care schedules to local growing conditions, emphasizing native plant preservation and seasonal transitions that support biodiversity in residential and commercial landscapes.

This service prioritizes chemical-free lawn solutions using compost teas and precision fertilization. We develop customized regimens that improve soil biology while minimizing environmental impact. Clients receive sustainable turf management that balances ecological responsibility with aesthetic excellence for healthier outdoor ecosystems.

We specialize in ecological stormwater solutions that prevent erosion and manage runoff. Services include grading, rain gardens, and permeable paving systems. Our expertise addresses complex drainage challenges while enhancing landscape functionality through integrated water management strategies that comply with local regulations.

With 25+ years in landscape maintenance, Becky combines plant expertise with client-focused design. She specializes in turf management and native prairie restoration, treating every property with personal care while leading our maintenance operations.

A licensed Landscape Architect with degrees from UW-Madison and SUNY-ESF, Tim designs projects of all scales. His work emphasizes functional outdoor spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with practical usability for residential and commercial clients.

Kassie oversees nursery operations with expertise in plant selection and horticultural education. Her background in agricultural education and hands-on experience ensures clients receive optimal plant material for Wisconsin landscapes.

Michael contributes horticultural expertise from UW-Madison studies and international garden experience. His work focuses on plant health and sustainable nursery practices, supporting both residential and commercial landscaping needs with technical precision.

As founder, Liza established our commitment to sustainable landscapes. With global design experience spanning formal and ecological styles, she continues guiding organizational strategy while focusing on nonprofit initiatives that align with our environmental values.

We primarily serve Madison, WI and Dane County, providing customized landscaping solutions tailored to local climate and soil conditions.

Yes, we specialize in organic lawn care using compost-based treatments and targeted herbicide applications to promote healthy turf sustainably.

We assess each property's unique needs, budget, and environmental factors to create personalized maintenance programs that evolve with seasonal changes.

Yes, our team includes Wisconsin state-licensed landscape architects with expertise in both residential and commercial design.

We reject generic solutions, focusing instead on site-specific designs, ecological responsibility, and long-term client relationships built on technical expertise and personalized service.

We've used Avant for landscape design, patio/firepit buildout, and purchase of plants. Their work was so amazing that we are going to have them come back in the fall to completely redo part of our landscaping. Great work, very responsive, very professional- highly recommend!

Avant came and did our fall clean up just recently. We have several huge areas requiring cutback. They were fast, efficient, neat and professional. My husband and I were both impressed with the fact that everything looks neatly cut back, not hacked off and the work was still done very quickly. A pleasure to work with this firm and the crew they sent to our home. We will continue to use Avant!

We used Avant for Landscaping design and installation in our back yard. Specifically we were looking for installation of screening plants and trees. We worked with Tim throughout the whole process and are very happy with how everything went. From design to installation, Tim was very responsive and kind. The work done was quick and professional. We couldn't be happier with how everything went. I love looking out into my backyard now!

Avant did beautiful work on our patio. When they came to clean up the grass areas they drove over, they brought in top quality top soil, not just some cheap clay. I wish we had hired them to do all of our landscaping!

Avant created a beautiful stone patio for us, complete with a dry creek and additional landscaping. Every person I interacted with was friendly, professional, and responsive. They also completed on time - the speed but also attention to detail far exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them.

I contracted with Avant early spring of 2019 to install some small berms and rockscaping in my front yard (about 40x12 ft). The planning and installation went well even though it was a rainy season and the installation got delayed until November 2019. This spring after waiting all winter, I was eager to install some plants as the rock work looked great. One thing I didn't anticipate is that previous to their work I had a layer of black plastic down to kill weeds (plastic had been in place at least 20 months).

Even though there were some holes in the plastic the soil was now microbe and invertebrate poor because of the solarization. I reached out to Avant to consult and Becky has been very responsive and helpful in working with me with plans to amend the soil. So even after Avant's project was complete they continue to be supportive and responsive in making sure their customer is satisfied and the garden is healthy. Thanks AVANT!