EDINA'S OUTDOOR LIVING SPECIALISTS
Edina Landscaping & Hardscapes
Exclusive Design-Build Landscaping for Edina, MN
Welcome to Freshwater Landscaping. In Edina, a patio isn't just a design choice — the city's impervious-surface limits decide how much hard surface a lot can legally carry, which is why so many projects here are built on permeable pavers that filter rainwater back into the subsoil instead of counting against your coverage. Add the mix of classic Tudors in Morningside and modern estates in Indian Hills, and every build has to answer to both the architecture and the code. From tight-access side yards to full estate hardscapes, we design to Edina's standards rather than around them.
- Fully Insured ($1M+ Liability)
- Serving MN Since 2015
- Residential Snow Removal
Homeowners across Edina and the west metro have left us 80+ five-star Google reviews.
Our Landscape Services
Landscape Design & Hardscaping
Edina architecture demands hardscaping that is both timeless and structurally superior. Whether you are enhancing a classic Tudor in Morningside or a modern estate in Indian Hills, our hardscape services focus on longevity. We specialize in large-format permeable pavers, load-bearing boulder and block walls, and custom outdoor kitchens that increase property value while complying with strict impervious surface codes.
Because the freeze-thaw cycles in Minnesota are so violent, we neutralize soil base shifts by applying thick layers of compacted structural base aggregates. From private backyard courtyard installations to multi-tiered boulder terracing, our builds are made to endure.
Structural Hardscape Solutions:
- Custom Paver Patios & Decorative Estate Walkways
- Natural Stone & Boulder Retaining Walls
- Plumbed Outdoor Fireplaces & Kitchen Environments
- Permeable Paver Systems (Watershed Compliant)
Professional Tree Services
The heavily wooded lots of Rolling Green and Interlachen Park are shaded by mature oaks and elms — the kind of old, high canopy where one failed limb becomes a real threat to the roofline below. Our tree services are built for those tight, established lots: rigging out hazardous timber cleanly, without touching the house, the mature landscaping, or the neighbor's property line.
If decay or invasive insect degradation compromises your mature oaks or elms, our technical crews apply advanced friction-rigging to meticulously drop heavy limbs without touching rooflines, delicate landscaping, or adjacent outbuildings. We also provide sub-grade stump extraction to make sure your lawn or upcoming patio layout remains pristine and build-ready.
Arboriculture Services:
- Friction-Rigged Hazardous Tree Extraction
- Canopy Deadwooding & Building Clearance Pruning
- Commercial Sub-Grade Stump Grinding
Low-Impact Drainage & Excavation
Many established Edina neighborhoods face severe hydrostatic pressure and water runoff issues due to mature tree root systems and aging lot grading. Our heavy equipment operators handle everything from drainage correction to foundation sloping. We specialize in low-impact excavation, utilizing specialized machinery to preserve your existing landscape architecture.
By systematically installing clean, sub-surface French drains and catch basins, we capture and route hydrostatic pressure safely away from your foundation and into designated municipal storm infrastructure, completely eliminating water pooling variables.
Excavation Capabilities:
- Sub-Surface French Drain Systems & Catch Basins
- Low-Impact Trenching for Downspout Tiling
- Laser-Guided Foundation Grading & Soil Stripping
- Structural Retaining Wall Footing Preparation
Serving Edina & the Surrounding Area
From the historic lots of Morningside to the wooded estates of Rolling Green and Indian Hills, we work across every corner of Edina — bringing construction, arborist, and low-impact excavation crews built for tight, established lots.
Serving Edina's Finest Neighborhoods:
- Rolling Green
- Interlachen Park
- Morningside
- Indian Hills
- Sunnyside
- White Oaks
Edina Landscaping FAQ
Landscaping costs in Edina depend on the scope and complexity of the estate. Mid-size projects, like permeable paver installations, low-impact drainage correction, or hazardous tree removal, often fall between $3,500 and $8,000. Large-scale custom hardscapes, such as natural stone retaining walls and luxury outdoor kitchens, usually start around $6,000 and scale upward based on premium materials and site access.
The City of Edina actively enforces strict regulations regarding impervious surface coverage to protect local watersheds. If your property is near its limit, we design and install permeable paver systems. These utilize specialized open-graded aggregate layers that allow rainwater to rapidly filter back into the subsoil, often exempting the new surface from your property's impervious calculations.
Historic neighborhoods like Morningside and Sunnyside feature tight lot lines, narrow side yards, and mature landscaping. We deploy specialized, low-impact "mini" excavation equipment to install French drains and catch basins without destroying your existing property features. Our objective is to capture and route hydrostatic pressure safely away from your foundation and into designated municipal rain gardens or storm infrastructure.
Yes. When detailing a custom outdoor living area on the heavily wooded properties of Rolling Green and Interlachen Park, we frequently need to extract hazardous or dead trees to clear the structural footprint. Our internal tree service division executes precise friction-rigging to safely dismantle the timber over your home before we begin our hardscape work.
In Edina, as in most cities, taller retaining walls generally need a building permit and an engineered design. Furthermore, even minor grading changes can impact protected drainage easements. We handle the municipal permit applications for your project.
Absolutely. For our elite Edina residential clients, we conduct a comprehensive site survey every autumn. We utilize high-visibility staking to protect delicate turf edges and hidden irrigation heads. More importantly, every residential truck runs a rubber cutting edge, so your luxury paver, stamped, or decorative concrete driveway is cleared to bare pavement without a steel blade ever touching it.
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Call us at (612) 999-8067 or fill out the form below.
One Company, All Year
When the landscaping season ends, the same company keeps your drive and walks clear all winter.
Residential service runs on a 2 inch trigger. Once accumulation reaches it, your driveway is cleared within 10 hours after snowfall stops.
Every residential truck runs a rubber cutting edge, so a steel blade never touches your pavers or concrete. Walks and steps are included.
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