Design
Breathe New Life into Your Landscape with Top Trends
Gardening isn’t just about plants—it’s about creating a space that nourishes the soul, invites nature in, and provides a retreat from the busy world. Some trends may come and go, but the latest shifts in landscaping are about something deeper: a connection to the environment, a love for the outdoors, and a desire for beauty…
Read MoreTop 10 Perennials for Showstopping Landscapes
Perennials are a foundational element of showstopping landscapes. They are reliable, hardy, and add depth, color, texture, and interest to your garden. When combined with colorful annuals, trees, and shrubs, your landscape design gets off to an incredible start. One of the beautiful aspects of perennials is their ability to endure winter and regrow the…
Read MoreSpecial Transformation
In southern Mequon, we had the privilege of transforming a residential property into something truly special—a landscape that invites peace, beauty, and a deeper connection to nature. What began as a functional design for stormwater management became so much more. We carved out a pond to gracefully hold water, not just for utility, but to…
Read MoreHonoring Heroes: A Landscape Rooted in Legacy
Some projects go beyond design—they carry heart, history, and hometown pride. That was the case when we were invited to help honor the legacy of the Cedarburg Fire Department (CFD), a cornerstone of the community since 1866. With a deep reverence for their rich history and a vision for the future, La Rosa Landscape Company…
Read MoreCancer Center Healing Garden – A Place of Peace and Purpose
When we were invited by the Columbia St. Mary’s Foundation to design and build a healing garden for their cancer center, we knew this was an opportunity to create something truly meaningful. The vision was clear: create a space that offers comfort, serenity, and hope to patients, their families, and the dedicated staff who walk…
Read MoreRevamp Your Curb Appeal: Landscaping to Boost Your Home’s Value
By Dan Glidden – When someone approaches your home for the first time, what’s the first thing they notice? The beauty of your lawn, the charm of your walkway, the vibrant blooms framing your entrance? First impressions matter, and when it comes to your home, curb appeal sets the tone for everything else. A well-maintained…
Read MoreExtend Outdoor Living Space with Award-Winning Outdoor Kitchen
Delivering a landscape design project that exceeds our customers’ expectations is our ultimate goal.
Read MoreUtilizing Texture in Landscape Design
Sight is the first sense that comes to mind when designing a landscape. The use of texture is a subtle but an important element of the design. Coarseness or fineness of a leaf, texture of a bark, or heaviness offoliage all plays a part in the overall look of the design. The use of plants with…
Read MorePlanting for Privacy
Planting for privacy is one of our biggest requests from homeowners. Instead of a fence, plants are an excellent choice to create privacy while also adding color, texture and seasonal interest to your property line or outdoor space. Hedges Evergreens provide year-round coverage and make excellent privacy screens. A hedge created with Arborvitaes or conifers…
Read MoreExplore These Annual Planting Options
Planting annuals next to your existing perennials, shrubs and trees will add a seasonal pop of color to your landscape beds. Annuals are available in many shapes, sizes and colors. Some produce colorful flowers while others add visual interest. Color combinations can complement, contrast or match. Use several colors in a limited palette or mix…
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