Business Details
Eco-Friendly Landscaping & Organic Lawn Care Experts
At Giving Tree Gardens, we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces into functional, sustainable ecosystems that support pollinators and enrich community life. Our approach combines organic landscaping techniques with innovative design to create low-maintenance, environmentally responsible solutions for residential and commercial clients. We offer comprehensive services including bee lawn installation, pollinator habitat creation, shoreline restoration, and year-round maintenance, prioritizing ecological health and client satisfaction. By eliminating synthetic chemicals and promoting native plant species, we help clients reduce labor while fostering biodiversity.Our team of experienced horticulturists and landscape designers works closely with property owners to develop customized plans that align with their lifestyle needs and environmental values. Through workshops and consultations, we also educate homeowners about sustainable practices that support local ecosystems. Since our founding, we have completed hundreds of projects across the Twin Cities, earning recognition for our commitment to ecological stewardship and community engagement.
Services
Bee Lawns
Landscape Design
Organic Lawn Care
Pollinator Habitat
Shoreline Restoration
Snow Removal
Highlights and features
- We implement pesticide-free landscaping practices that protect pollinators
- Our team has 10+ years creating native pollinator habitats
- We use region-specific native plant species in all installations
- Our organic lawn care improves soil health naturally
- We offer year-round landscape maintenance programs
What people say
Pesticide-free
Pollinator support
Sustainable methods
Professional team
Services
Bee Lawns
Bee lawns replace traditional turf with eco-friendly ground covers that support pollinators while reducing maintenance. This sustainable alternative combines no-mow grasses with blooming plants like clover and thyme. Clients benefit from lower water usage, reduced chemical exposure, and vital habitat creation for bees and butterflies in their own yards.
Organic Lawn Care
Our organic lawn care program eliminates synthetic fertilizers and pesticides while maintaining healthy, attractive turf. Services include seasonal aeration, compost tea applications, and natural weed control. This approach improves soil biology over time while ensuring safe outdoor spaces for families and pets through environmentally responsible maintenance practices.
Pollinator Habitat
Pollinator habitat creation establishes native plant ecosystems that support local bee and butterfly populations. We design customized spaces using regionally appropriate flowering plants that provide nectar sources and nesting areas. These gardens serve both ecological and aesthetic purposes by increasing biodiversity while creating season-long visual interest through varied bloom periods.
Shoreline Restoration
Shoreline restoration projects use native vegetation to stabilize water edges and improve water quality. We install deep-rooted plants that filter runoff while creating habitat for aquatic and terrestrial species. Our designs balance ecological function with recreational access, creating beautiful, sustainable waterfront landscapes that prevent erosion and enhance property value.
Landscape Design
Custom landscape design services create functional, beautiful outdoor environments tailored to client needs. We develop plans that integrate sustainable practices with aesthetic elements, considering factors like sunlight exposure, soil conditions, and intended usage. Our designs incorporate native plants and eco-friendly materials to create lasting landscapes that evolve positively over time.
Questions
What is a bee lawn?
A bee lawn combines low-mow grasses with blooming plants like clover and thyme to create pollinator-friendly ground cover that requires less maintenance.
Do you offer organic lawn care services?
Yes, we provide complete organic lawn care including aeration, compost application, and natural weed control without synthetic chemicals.
Can you help with shoreline restoration?
Our team specializes in creating native plant gardens along shorelines to prevent erosion and improve water quality.
How do I transition to a pollinator habitat?
We offer two transition methods: rapid installation with sod removal or gradual overseeding, both using native plant mixes suited to your property.
Do you provide snow removal services?
Yes, we offer commercial and residential snow removal for driveways and sidewalks in Minneapolis and St. Paul during winter months.
