Your yard is more than just a patch of grass; it’s an extension of your home. It’s where long summer days are spent with friends and where you relax with a cold drink and a good book. Landscaping can improve not only the way it looks, but also its function. Local landscapers offer ways of incorporating natural elements so that your yard is as self-sufficient as it is beautiful. [Image credit: iStock.com/Jodi Jacobson]
They employ certified horticulturalists and on-site landscape designers to ensure your yard’s design matches your expectations. Their portfolio features classic designs, with elegant cobblestone walk ways alongside natural gardens full of luscious greenery.
This company approaches landscaping from a natural perspective. The team supports the idea of creating landscapes that incorporate edible and sustainable elements. Native plants and habitat for wild animals are a part of the design along with opportunities for growing local food.
The team at Classic Landscape Centre works on both commercial and residential landscape designs in the city. They’ve designed major landmarks, golf courses, parks – and every year, they design more than 100 residential projects. Classic is a parent company of local businesses Advantage Vinyl Fencing, Ellerslie Gift & Garden and Canadian Tree Care.
Little Creek Landscaping began in Calgary in 2007, and has since expanded to include a location in Sherwood Park. Now, the company does landscaping services across the provinces and also runs a tree farm. They can create an oasis in your backyard with stone –picture a beautiful outdoor fireplace – or a running waterfall.
They have built outdoor bars out of stone; they’ve crafted outdoor fireplaces and wooden pergolas to enclose hot tubs. All of these projects reflect their understanding that the design of your yard is as important as the design of your living room.
Salisbury Landscaping has a team that works with clients to create an outdoor space that matches not only the budget but also the client’s style and purpose. They also keep in mind the need to have a design that can change with the seasons, given our climate. Salisbury has designed landscapes that range from contemporary to rustic.
Genesis Permaculture works with both urban and rural land owners to create designs that go far beyond just looking nice. Rainwater harvesting and energy saving solutions are on the forefront of the designers minds as they create landscapes that benefit everyone from the home owner to the insects that pass through the yard.