Business Details
44 Years
experience
Sustainable Landscape Design & Organic Gardening Experts
Robert C. Boyce, RLA has dedicated over four decades to transforming outdoor spaces through sustainable landscape architecture and horticultural expertise. Founded in 1982, our firm pioneers native ecosystem restoration, specializing in prairie, wetland, and shoreline habitats. We combine artistic vision with ecological science to create harmonious environments for residential and commercial clients. Our team holds deep expertise in organic plant cultivation, offering heirloom vegetables, native pollinators, and custom greenhouse selections. With licensure as a Registered Landscape Architect since 1990, we maintain rigorous professional standards while delivering personalized service.Our portfolio includes high-profile projects like Chicago Botanic Garden enhancements and endangered species habitat restorations. We prioritize environmental stewardship in every design, from custom stonework to bio-engineered solutions. Our staff's hands-on experience spans planting bed maintenance to large-scale ecological conversions, ensuring technical excellence across all service tiers. Client education remains central to our mission, empowering informed decisions about sustainable landscaping practices. This commitment to ecological integrity and client collaboration has sustained our reputation as trusted regional experts.
Services
Landscape Design
Native Plant Restoration
Organic Nursery
Lawn Maintenance
Custom Stonework
Pond Installation
Pollinator Gardens
Vegetable Gardening
Erosion Control
Seasonal Cleanups
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of combined landscape architecture and horticulture expertise
- Pioneers in native ecosystem restoration since the 1980s
- Offer both design and hands-on implementation services
- Maintain organic certification for plant production
- Recognized for complex ecological restoration projects
Associations and certifications
- Registered Landscape Architect (RLA)
Services
Landscape Design
Custom landscape architecture integrating ecological principles with aesthetic design. Services include master planning, planting schemes, and hardscape design for residential and commercial properties. Our approach balances functionality with environmental stewardship.
Native Restoration
Specialized restoration of prairie, wetland, and woodland habitats. We implement scientifically grounded techniques for biodiversity enhancement and erosion control. Projects include endangered species habitat creation and shoreline stabilization.
Organic Nursery
Year-round greenhouse and seasonal field-grown plant nursery. Offers heirloom vegetables, native pollinators, and ornamental species. All plants are organically cultivated without synthetic chemicals or pesticides.
Lawn Maintenance
Eco-conscious lawn and garden upkeep services. Includes mowing, bed maintenance, organic fertilization, and seasonal plantings. Focus on sustainable practices that reduce environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Custom Stonework
Handcrafted stone installations including patios, retaining walls, and walkways. Uses natural materials to create functional outdoor living spaces that complement landscape designs while preventing erosion.
People
Robert C. Boyce
Registered Landscape Architect
With 40+ years experience, Robert combines landscape architecture licensure and horticulture expertise. Pioneer in native ecosystem restoration, specializing in prairie and wetland habitats. Holds University of Illinois degree in Ornamental Horticulture.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscape design, installation, and maintenance including native plant restoration, hardscaping, pond installation, and seasonal cleanups.
Do you specialize in native plants?
Yes, we're experts in native ecosystem restoration and offer a wide selection of native pollinator plants, prairie species, and woodland vegetation.
Are organic plants available?
Our nursery offers organically grown annuals, perennials, heirloom vegetables, and herbs both at our greenhouses and local farmers markets.
Do you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we've completed major ecological restorations at locations like Chicago Botanic Garden and multiple public parks across the region.
How can I get a project quote?
Contact us directly via phone or our website to schedule a consultation and receive a customized project estimate.
