LAKE MINNETONKA'S SHORELINE SPECIALISTS
Greenwood Landscaping & Hardscapes
Exclusive Design-Build Landscaping for Greenwood, MN
Welcome to Freshwater Landscaping. Greenwood is a small city wrapped around three bays, St. Alban's, Excelsior and Gideon's, and about half of its properties sit right on Lake Minnetonka. That makes most projects here shoreline projects in one way or another: a terrace stepping down toward the water, a wall holding a slope above the lake, or drainage that has to move runoff without sending it into the bay. We plan each one around tight access and compact lots, and we handle the MCWD permitting that shoreline work in Greenwood usually needs.
- Fully Insured ($1M+ Liability)
- MCWD-DNR Shoreline Permitting
- Residential Snow Removal
Homeowners around Lake Minnetonka have left us 80+ five-star Google reviews.
Our Landscape Services
Expert Hardscapes & Landscape Design
We build elite outdoor living spaces strictly designed to withstand the volatile Greenwood climate. From the wooded lots near Meadville to the high-value lakefront properties along Lake Minnetonka, our hardscape installations utilize deep aggregate clear-rock bases and advanced drain tile to control sub-surface frost heave.
We specialize in robust lakeside fire pits, terraces, and retaining walls that handle the extreme moisture and freeze-thaw cycles of the lake without shifting or settling over time.
Lakeside Hardscape Solutions:
- Paver Patios & Permeable Walkways
- Load-Bearing Retaining Walls (Segmental Block & Natural Boulder)
- Plumbed Outdoor Fire Pits, Kitchens & Seating Areas
- Natural Stone Shoreline Protection
Professional Tree Services
Wooded lots around Meadville and the older shoreline properties carry big trees close to the house, the dock and the neighbors, with very little open ground to bring anything down. Our tree services are built for exactly that kind of lot.
When a tree is failing or leaning over a roof, our crews rig it down in sections instead of felling it, then grind the stump below grade. We also prune for wind load, which matters on lots that take weather straight off the bay.
Arboriculture Services:
- Friction-Rigged Hazardous Tree Extraction
- Canopy Deadwooding & Building Clearance Pruning
- Commercial Sub-Grade Stump Grinding
Laser Excavation & Drainage Correction
Greenwood properties face intense hydrostatic pressure from both street runoff and the lake itself. Our drainage correction experts utilize laser-transit technology to install high-capacity French drains, catch basins, and riprap buffers.
Because lakefront lots often feature extremely tight access and compact footprints, we deploy specialized, low-impact excavation machinery to control shoreline erosion and basement flooding, ensuring your foundation remains structurally sound, and we follow MCWD requirements throughout.
Excavation Specialties:
- Shoreline Erosion Control & Riprap Grading
- Strict MCWD Watershed-Compliant Drainage Systems
- Sub-Surface Water Management & Trenching
- Low-Impact Site Preparation for Lakeside Additions
Serving Greenwood & the Surrounding Area
We bring landscape construction, tree crews and shoreline excavation equipment to properties throughout Greenwood, from Meadville to the homes along St. Alban's, Excelsior and Gideon's Bays.
Serving Greenwood's Finest Neighborhoods:
- St. Alban's Bay
- Excelsior Bay
- Gideon's Bay
- Lake Minnetonka Shores
- Meadville
- Central Greenwood
Greenwood Landscaping FAQ
Landscaping costs in Greenwood vary heavily based on shoreline access and MCWD requirements. Mid-size projects, such as shoreline drainage correction or hazardous tree removal packages, usually fall between $3,500 and $7,500. Large-scale structural hardscapes, like lakeside paver patios or boulder retaining walls, often start around $6,000 and scale upward based on heavy equipment logistics.
Greenwood’s heavy soil—particularly in areas near St. Alban's Bay—requires a specialized structural approach. We set patios on compacted clear-stone bases over non-woven geotextile and install perforated drain tile behind every wall, so sub-surface water moves away from your structures rather than freezing in place.
Effective shoreline protection is critical. We deploy a combination of deep-root native plantings and heavy structural solutions, like boulder riprap, to stabilize your shoreline. This intercepts wave action, halts soil degradation, and acts as a natural bio-filter for hydrostatic runoff.
Yes. When detailing a custom outdoor living area on heavily wooded properties near Excelsior Bay or Meadville, we frequently need to extract hazardous trees. Our internal tree service division executes precise friction-rigging to safely dismantle the timber over your lakefront home or boathouse before we begin hardscaping.
Taller retaining walls usually need a city permit and an engineered design, and projects affecting shorelines or drainage easements can need MCWD approval as well. Whether you live in central Greenwood or directly on the bay, we handle the local zoning and permit requirements for your project.
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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.
Snow Removal in Greenwood