Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.10, this is an llms-full.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Quiet Village Landscaping Your source for an Oasis Outdoor Living Space ## Posts ### [Residential Landscape Design in St. Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/residential-landscape-design-st-louis-mo/) **Published:** July 16, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** Your home’s landscape should be more than just attractive—it should reflect your lifestyle while increasing your property’s beauty and value. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we specialize in [**Residential Landscape Design**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) that transforms ordinary yards into functional, inviting outdoor living spaces. Whether you want a peaceful garden retreat, a welcoming front entrance, or a complete backyard makeover, our experienced designers create custom solutions tailored to your home. Our [**Residential Landscape Design**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) services combine creativity, craftsmanship, and sustainable landscaping practices to deliver beautiful results that thrive in Missouri’s climate. From concept to completion, our team works closely with you to create a landscape you’ll enjoy for years to come. ## **Why Choose Residential Landscape Design?** Investing in professional [**Residential Landscape Design**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/) offers benefits far beyond aesthetics. A carefully planned landscape improves the way you experience your property while increasing its long-term value. Benefits include: - Increased curb appeal - Higher property value - Improved outdoor functionality - Better drainage and erosion control - Lower long-term maintenance - Enhanced outdoor entertainment areas - Sustainable planting solutions - Year-round visual appeal Our team designs landscapes that seamlessly combine **Residential Landscaping**, **Landscape Installation**, and **Outdoor Living Spaces** into one cohesive outdoor environment. ## **Our Residential Landscape Design Process** Every successful **Residential Landscape Design** project begins with understanding your vision, your property, and your goals. ### **Initial Consultation for Residential Landscape Design** We start with an in-depth consultation to discuss your ideas, lifestyle, budget, and how you’d like to use your outdoor space. During this visit, we evaluate: - Property layout - Existing landscaping - Sun exposure - Drainage conditions - Soil quality - Architectural style - Existing trees and vegetation This information allows us to develop a customized **Residential Landscape Design** plan specifically for your property. ### **Custom Landscape Design Planning** Our designers prepare a comprehensive plan that may include: - **Custom Landscape Design** - **Backyard Landscape Design** - **Front Yard Landscaping** - **Garden Design** - **Hardscape Design** - **Landscape Lighting** - **Outdoor Living Spaces** - **Patio Design** - **Retaining Walls** - **Outdoor Kitchen** - Water features - Native plant selections Every design is created with functionality, aesthetics, and long-term sustainability in mind. ### **Professional Landscape Installation** After your design is approved, our experienced installation team carefully brings your vision to life using premium materials and proven construction techniques. Our **Landscape Installation** services ensure every element is completed with precision and lasting quality. ## **Features Included in Our Residential Landscape Design** Every homeowner has unique goals, which is why our **Residential Landscape Design** services are completely customized. Popular features include: ### **Beautiful Planting Design** Our experts carefully select: - Native plants - Ornamental trees - Flowering shrubs - Perennials - Seasonal color - Low-maintenance landscaping These selections create a healthy landscape with year-round beauty. ### **Outdoor Living Spaces** Expand your home’s living area with professionally designed: - **Patio Design** - Outdoor kitchens - Fire pits - Seating walls - Pergolas - Covered patios - Entertainment areas These outdoor spaces become natural extensions of your home. ### **Hardscape Design** Our **Hardscape Design** services include: - Natural stone walkways - Paver patios - **Retaining Walls** - Decorative stone borders - Garden pathways - Landscape steps Hardscape features improve both functionality and visual appeal. ### **Landscape Lighting** Professionally installed **Landscape Lighting** improves safety while highlighting your home’s architectural features and landscaping after dark. Lighting options include: - Path lighting - Accent lighting - Tree uplighting - Patio lighting - Garden lighting [![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_7213-3000x2000.jpg)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zxAxg5scf3utovve9)## **Sustainable Residential Landscape Design** Modern **Residential Landscape Design** focuses on creating environmentally responsible landscapes that require fewer resources while remaining beautiful throughout the year. Our sustainable landscaping solutions include: - Native Missouri plants - Efficient irrigation systems - Rain gardens - Pollinator-friendly gardens - Permeable pavers - Drought-tolerant landscaping - Water-efficient planting These practices reduce maintenance while supporting the local ecosystem. ## **Increase Your Home’s Value with Residential Landscape Design** Professional **Residential Landscape Design** is one of the most valuable home improvements you can make. Benefits include: - Improved resale value - Better curb appeal - Increased outdoor living space - Enhanced neighborhood presence - Lower maintenance costs - Greater buyer interest A thoughtfully designed landscape creates a lasting first impression while providing years of enjoyment for your family. ## **Why Homeowners Trust Quiet Village Landscaping** Quiet Village Landscaping has built a reputation for delivering exceptional **Residential Landscape Design** throughout the St. Louis area. Homeowners choose us because we provide: - Personalized service - Experienced landscape designers - High-quality craftsmanship - Premium materials - Detailed project planning - Transparent communication - Reliable project management - Long-lasting results Every project reflects our commitment to creating outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and functional. ## **Frequently Asked Questions About Residential Landscape Design** ### **What is included in Residential Landscape Design?** Our **Residential Landscape Design** services can include planting plans, **Landscape Installation**, patios, **Retaining Walls**, **Landscape Lighting**, irrigation systems, water features, outdoor kitchens, and custom outdoor living areas. ### **How long does a Residential Landscape Design project take?** Project timelines depend on the size and complexity of the design. After your consultation, we provide a detailed project schedule so you know exactly what to expect. ### **Can you redesign an existing landscape?** Absolutely. We specialize in renovating outdated landscapes through customized **Residential Landscape Design** solutions that improve appearance, functionality, and long-term performance. ### **Will my new landscape be easy to maintain?** Yes. We tailor every **Residential Landscape Design** to your preferred maintenance level and can recommend low-maintenance plants, irrigation systems, and sustainable landscaping solutions. ## **Schedule Your Residential Landscape Design Consultation Today** If you’re ready to enhance your home’s beauty, functionality, and value, Quiet Village Landscaping is here to help. Our experienced team creates custom[ **Residential Landscape Design** solut](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/inspiration-gallery/)ions that are thoughtfully planned, professionally installed, and built to thrive in the St. Louis climate. Whether you’re dreaming of a complete backyard transformation, elegant front yard landscaping, or a fully integrated outdoor living space, we’ll guide you through every step of the process. [**Contact Quiet Village Landscaping today to schedule**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) **your consultation and discover how our expert Residential Landscape Design services can transform your property into a beautiful, functional outdoor space you’ll enjoy for years to come.** **Categories:** Blog --- ### [St. Louis Plant Watering Guide](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/st-louis-plant-watering-guide/) **Published:** July 14, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** A simple watering guide for new plants and sod. Tips from Quiet Village Landscaping in St. Louis. **Content:** ### **TREES & SHRUBS** 1st week: All trees & shrubs must be watered 3 times, to settle the soil in the backfilled area. 1” of rain over 24 hours counts as a watering. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-14-112032.png "Screenshot 2026-07-14 112032 | Quiet Village Landscaping") *Winter watering:* Only necessary during drought. Early winter watering is especially important before the ground freezes so that the tree is insulated with moisture, after the ground freezes. ### **FLOWERS** Depending on when these are freshly planted, you will follow the guidelines below: **Spring Perennial Plantings** Week 1: Every day to every other day. Weeks 2-3: Water 2-3x per week, depending on weather. Weeks 4+: Water 2-3x per week, more in hot/dry conditions. When cooler, water less. **Summer Perennial Plantings** Week 1: Every day. Weeks 2-6: Water 2-3x per week, depending on temperatures. Weeks 6+: Water as needed, more in summer and less in fall. **Fall Perennial Plantings** Week 1: Every day to every other day. Weeks 2-4: Water 1-3x per week, depending on weather Weeks 4+: Water less as winter approaches. Water evergreens until ground freezes. **Spring and Fall Annual Plantings** Week 1: Water 1-2x per week. Weeks 2+: As needed. Depending on weather this may be every other day or once a week. **In-ground Summer Annual Plantings** Weeks 1-2: Every other day. Weeks 3+: Water 1-2x per week, depending on weather ### **SOD** Keep your new sod well-watered with these guidelines, or adjust the irrigation system as needed. New sod is not able to soak up much water at once, and too much water will cause root rot. Water regularly, but not deeply in the first week. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-14-113507.png "Screenshot 2026-07-14 113507 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Questions?** Reach out to our team at (314) 657-7050 or info@quietvillagelandscaping.com. We’re happy to help you get the most out of your new plants! **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [How to Water Newly Seeded Grass (St. Louis Lawn Care)](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/how-to-water-newly-seeded-grass-st-louis-lawn-care/) **Published:** July 14, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** A simple watering guide for newly aerated and overseeded lawns, from seed to first mow. Tips from Quiet Village Landscaping in St. Louis. **Content:** ## Watering Guide for Aeration & Overseeding You just gave your lawn a fresh start. Aeration opens up the soil so air, water, and nutrients can reach the roots, and overseeding fills in thin or bare patches with new grass. Now the most important part begins: watering. The first few weeks after aeration and overseeding make or break your results. Here’s how to keep everything on track. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_4513-3000x2000.jpeg "IMG_4513 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Week 1-3: Keep the Soil Consistently Damp** Once your seed is down, plan to water your lawn every day if it isn’t raining. The goal is to keep the soil consistently damp, not soggy, all the way down into the seedbed. - No rain? Water daily. Grass seed can’t germinate in dry soil. - Hot and dry weather? You may need to water more than once a day, since the soil dries out faster. - How much is enough? Water until the seedbed is damp all the way through, not just on the surface. A light sprinkle won’t cut it. Shallow watering keeps roots shallow too, and that makes for a weaker lawn down the road. ### **When to Mow Again** Once your new grass reaches about 3 inches tall, it’s time for the first mow. 1. Set your mower to its highest setting. 2. Only remove about 1 inch of grass at a time. 3. Keep watering consistently and continue mowing as needed. 4. Repeat this cycle until you’ve mowed the lawn at least three times. By the third mow, the roots should be well established and your lawn will be much more resilient to normal watering schedules and everyday wear. ### **A Few Extra Tips** - **Water early morning or evening.** Watering in the heat of the day loses more water to evaporation. - **Check the soil, not just the calendar.** If it’s still damp below the surface, you can hold off. If it’s dry, water sooner rather than later. - **Stay consistent.** Skipping even a day or two during germination can undo weeks of progress. ### **Have an Irrigation System?** If your system is handling the watering, make sure it’s calibrated for this stage. Newly seeded lawns need more frequent, lighter watering than an established lawn, and your regular irrigation schedule may not be set up for that. Quiet Village offers irrigation system assessments to make sure your setup is actually supporting your new seed instead of working against it. Questions about your aeration and overseeding results? Reach out to our team at (314) 657-7050 or info@quietvillagelandscaping.com. We’re happy to help you get the most out of your new lawn. **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Light Up Your Holiday Season](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/light-up-your-holiday-season/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Call Quiet Village Landscaping for a free consultation with one of our holiday lighting and decorating experts. **Content:** # Light Up Your Holiday Season November 22, 2013 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/light-up-holiday-season/#respond) ![]() Light Up Your Holiday Season ## **10% OFF Holiday Lighting Installation #### \*New Holiday Lighting Clients Only **Would you like to take some of the stress out of your holidays?** Call Quiet Village Landscaping for a free consultation with one of our holiday lighting and decorating experts. Whether you’re considering going all out this year or just adding a few personal touches, we can help. We will take care of all the details – design, installation, take down and storage. - Roof line lights - Trees and evergreens of all sizes - Wreaths and garlands - Festive outdoor containers - And much more We have a solution for any budget! Sign on before Thanksgiving for **10% off installation** (new holiday lighting clients only). Our schedule is booking up fast so call to schedule your free consultation! ![light up your landscape for the holidays](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holidaylighting2-e1575556429571.jpg) ![Quiet Village Landscaping installs holiday lighting](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holidaylighting3-e1575556513997.jpg) ![landscape display for the holiday](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holidaydisplay2-e1575556557735.jpg) ![holiday landscape planter](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holidaydisplay1-e1575556615432.jpg) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/light-up-holiday-season/&t=Light+Up+Your+Holiday+Season&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/light-up-holiday-season/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/light-up-holiday-season/&title=Light+Up+Your+Holiday+Season "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/light-up-holiday-season/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/light-up-holiday-season/&text=Light+Up+Your+Holiday+Season "Share in Twitter") Tags: [christmas decorating](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-decorating/), [christmas light installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-light-installation/), [christmas lights](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-lights/), [decorating for the holidays](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/decorating-for-the-holidays/), [holiday decorating](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-decorating/), [holiday light installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-light-installation/), [holiday lights](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-lights/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** christmas decorating,christmas light installation,christmas lights,decorating for the holidays,holiday decorating,holiday light installation,holiday lights --- ### [Hydrangea Haven: A Guide to the Best Varieties for a Stunning Yard](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hydrangea-haven-a-guide-to-the-best-varieties-for-a-stunning-yard/) **Published:** April 21, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Hydrangeas have long been considered an iconic element in landscape design. Here is a checklist of the different types of hydrangea plants you can choose from, along with their features and benefits. **Content:** # Hydrangea Haven: A Guide to the Best Varieties for a Stunning Yard April 21, 2023 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hydrangea-best-varieties-yard-landscape-design/#respond) Hydrangeas have long been considered an iconic element in landscape design. These beautiful blooms are the foundation of many stunning gardens and yards, and for good reason. Hydrangeas are not only gorgeous, with their big, showy flower heads in shades of pink, blue, white, and purple, but they’re also incredibly low maintenance. They thrive in a range of soil types and light conditions, and with proper care, they can bloom for months on end. Whether you’re looking to create a focal point in your yard or add some color and texture to your landscaping, hydrangeas are an excellent choice. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Hydrangeas-in-bloom-in-St_-Louis-Missouri-photo-by-Sally-Evans-e1680618253708-768x1024.jpg) Here is a checklist of the different types of hydrangea plants you can choose from, along with their features and benefits. We turned to our plant partner Proven Winners for recommendations you can find at local plant nurseries or sourced from Quiet Village Landscaping on your next landscape project. 1. **Hardy hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata):** This type of hydrangea is known for its large, conical flower heads that bloom in shades of white, pink, and green. Hardy hydrangeas are also incredibly tough and can tolerate a range of conditions, from full sun to partial shade. They’re also resistant to pests and diseases, making them a low-maintenance choice for any yard. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/hardy-hydrangeas-for-landscape-design-828x1024.png) 2. **Smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens):** Smooth hydrangeas are another low-maintenance option for homeowners. They produce round, fluffy flower heads that bloom in shades of white and pink. Smooth hydrangeas can thrive in both full sun and partial shade, and they’re also drought-tolerant once established. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/smooth-hydrangea-for-garden-design-830x1024.png) 3. **Oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia):** This type of hydrangea gets its name from its leaves, which are shaped like oak leaves. Oakleaf hydrangeas produce cone-shaped flower heads in shades of white and pink, and their leaves turn a beautiful reddish-bronze color in the fall. They prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Oakleaf-hydrangeas-for-backyard-design-824x1024.png) 4. **Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla):** Bigleaf hydrangeas are known for their large, mophead flowers in shades of blue, pink, and purple. They prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. One thing to keep in mind with bigleaf hydrangeas is that their flower color can vary depending on the pH of the soil. If you want blue flowers, you’ll need to plant them in acidic soil. If you want pink flowers, plant them in alkaline soil. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Bigleaf-hydrangea-for-unique-color-830x1024.png) 5. **Mountain hydrangea (Hydrangea serrata):** Mountain hydrangeas are similar to bigleaf hydrangeas but are more cold-hardy. They produce smaller, “lacecap”-style flowers in shades of pink, blue, and purple. Mountain hydrangeas prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Mountain-hydrangea-for-unique-flowers-824x1024.png) 6. **Wild hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens):** Finally, if you’re looking to add native plants to your yard, consider planting Missouri’s native variety, Wild Hydrangea. Excellent pollen source compared to other varieties of hydrangeas, apparent by the flower structure. Wild hydrangea can tolerate sun exposure and deep shade, making it a very low maintenance and adaptable variety. Smooth hydrangeas (Hydrangea arborescens) and oakleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea quercifolia) are both native to North America and provide habitat and food for local wildlife. ***Check out all the pollen in the photo below!*** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Wild-hydrangea-the-native-to-St_-Louis-plant-for-pollinators-e1680616563106-768x1024.jpg) Whether you’re looking for low-maintenance options or stunning, show-stopping blooms, there’s a hydrangea plant out there for you. Consider your yard’s sun exposure, soil type, and desired maintenance level when selecting your hydrangeas, and you’ll be on your way to a gorgeous outdoor space in no time! Also consider mixing varieties so that your yard promotes biodiversity and natural resources for wildlife. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/best-hydrangeas-for-a-st-louis-yard-1024x682.jpeg) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hydrangea-best-varieties-yard-landscape-design/&t=Hydrangea+Haven%3A+A+Guide+to+the+Best+Varieties+for+a+Stunning+Yard&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hydrangea-best-varieties-yard-landscape-design/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hydrangea-best-varieties-yard-landscape-design/&title=Hydrangea+Haven%3A+A+Guide+to+the+Best+Varieties+for+a+Stunning+Yard "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hydrangea-best-varieties-yard-landscape-design/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hydrangea-best-varieties-yard-landscape-design/&text=Hydrangea+Haven%3A+A+Guide+to+the+Best+Varieties+for+a+Stunning+Yard "Share in Twitter") **Categories:** Garden Care --- ### [Deep Root Fertilization This Fall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/deep-root-fertilization-this-fall/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Learn why you need a Deep Root Fertilization this fall! **Content:** # Deep Root Fertilization This Fall October 10, 2017 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/deep-root-fertilization-fall/#respond) It can be easy to forget that our landscape plants need to be fed (just like our lawns!). Finish off your landscaping maintenance plan for 2017 strong, by giving your trees and shrubs what they need to continue to grow and thrive in St. Louis – a deep root feeding, best performed in fall! **Why Fall for Deep Root Fertilization?** As long as the ground isn’t frozen, there’s still time to use fertilizer injections to root feed your trees and shrubs. Because tree and shrub roots will continue to grow throughout even the harshest of St. Louis winters, those roots will be able to remain healthy from the use of **beneficial fertilizers** that will remain in the soil and readily available for your plants now through the upcoming winter and spring seasons. **How to Apply Deep Root Fertilizer** A professional deep root feeding is performed by injecting a unique fertilizer solution to the top 3-9 inches of soil around the base of the shrub or tree being fertilized. The Quiet Village Landscaping [maintenance team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) creates a custom-blended fertilization treatment that is specific to the type of soil on your property. Because we treat each property with care, making sure that all of your landscaping plants are getting the best fertilization “diet” suited for their unique growing conditions. **Get Started** Whether you decide to DIY this maintenance project, or have our team of landscape and lawn care professionals take care of your favorite plants, it’s important to keep in mind that timing is everything! In St. Louis, October and November are the best months to apply a deep root feeding to both well-established and new plants. You’ll be providing them with the nutrients they need to grow and remain healthy through our dormant winter season, flourishing strong for Spring 2018! 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Snow protects and endangers our perennial plants. Similar to mulch, a good snow cover can insulate the soil. To prepare your perennial plants for the upcoming colder weather months, we’ve created a quick easy-to-use checklist for any home gardener in the St. Louis area to use, to keep their perennials properly insulated throughout the winter season: [![Winter-hiking-evergreen - Copy](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Winter-hiking-evergreen-Copy-e1575558705603.jpg)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) - Cut any dry stems off of your perennials plants to soil level after frost to neaten your garden and remove any pest eggs or disease spores that may be lingering. - Compost dead plant debris, which will create an organic soil conditioner. - Cut diseased foliage from evergreen plants and shrubs and discard it in the trash. - Prevent rodents from nesting in your soil beds by adding a 6” layer of organic material as winter mulch after the ground freezes. - Mulch perennial and shrub beds with pine needles or chopped leaves. This can protect both plant roots and the soil. Winter is also a great idea to reflect on any gardening ideas for next year. 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December 16, 2015 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/mild-winter-weather-alert/#respond) **The weather outside is…. delightful!** The holidays are just around the corner, but that isn’t bringing our usual winter chill to St. Louis. Take advantage of the unseasonably warm weather by getting a jump-start on your landscape’s maintenance. [Our team of landscaping professionals](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/meet-our-team/) are on stand-by now, ready to help you with any of the following services: - [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/construction/) – The Quiet Village crew is ready to design and install your new walkway, retaining wall, or cozy new external fire pit! - Winter Pruning - Winter Mulching - Snow Removal/De-icing Estimate (free!) ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/thermometer-mild-md1.png) [Contact us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/) to schedule your winter hardscaping or landscape maintenance project – and Happy Holidays! 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However, Quiet Village’s quality service and experienced team make us stand out above the rest. When it comes to hardscaping projects like patios, pathways and retaining walls, we shine. ### CUSTOM DESIGN It starts with the design. We do not settle for “cookie-cutter” packages, nor should you. Instead, we offer custom designs and the widest selection of quality materials. ### ![One of Rebecca's custom landscape designs](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/RECustomDesign_forweb-e1575570726243.jpg "RECustomDesign_forweb") Our designers are very detail-oriented and listen closely to our clients’ vision for each project. They take into account the client’s needs along with the site’s intended purpose. They have quite the artistic flair, going the extra mile to capture the style and personality of each homeowner. ### EXPERT TEAMS Another aspect that makes us distinct is the way our teams function. At Quiet Village, we bring together talented craftsmen with others of similar skills so that each member can support the others and continue to grow in his or her specialty. Our hardscaping team is not randomly assigned, but a group of hand-picked experts who enjoy the work and working with each other. These team members continue to gain experience in their areas of specialization through hands-on training using the latest hardscape technologies and materials. ### HIGH STANDARDS We have very high standards for our work. We utilize green practices so that our service is environmentally friendly, but the standard we must strive to meet is that of our clients. ### A JOB WELL DONE Nothing pleases us more than hearing how much one of our clients loves our work. Just recently, we designed a patio and sitting area for a family in Central West End. The original patio was brick, but the homeowners decided to give the space a fresh look by using natural stone. However, we incorporated the old brick into a border around the seating area to reuse the materials they had on hand and to add something that would bring meaning and a sense of home. The family was very pleased. ![Brick border, landscape design](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/brick_border-300x190.gif "brick_border") When we claim to be the “top dog” in St. Louis hardscaping, we are proclaiming our confidence that we will perform better than our competitors and meet your needs completely and uniquely. Tags: [custom design patios](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/custom-design-patios/), [hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/hardscaping-2/), [natural stone patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/natural-stone-patio/), [patio and pathway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/patio-and-pathway/), [paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/paver-patio/), [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/retaining-wall/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [st. louis landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscape-design/) **Categories:** Landscape Design **Tags:** custom design patios,hardscaping,natural stone patio,patio and pathway,paver patio,retaining wall,st louis landscaping,st. louis landscape design --- ### [Mid-Century Modern Techo-Bloc Permeable Paver Patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/mid-century-modern-techo-bloc-permeable-paver-patio/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** See how we transformed an outdated brick patio into a dreamy Mid-Century Modern Techo-Bloc Permeable Paver Patio alongside a new pathway leading from the driveway to the backyard pool. **Content:** # Mid-Century Modern Techo-Bloc Permeable Paver Patio – Landscape Design/Build in Olivette, MO November 2, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/mid-century-modern-techobloc-permeable-paver-patio-landscape-design-build-olivette-mo/#respond) The cool thing about landscape design/build is that every project is unique, because every home or building is unique. See how we transformed an outdated brick patio into a dreamy Mid-Century Modern Techo-Bloc Permeable Paver Patio alongside a new pathway leading from the driveway to the backyard pool. The outdoor living update brought sustainability and style together, to give this underused space the refresh it needed to be enjoyable for this MCM-style loving couple in Olivette. ![mid-century modern patio build in st. louis using Techo-Bloc](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/mid-century-modern-patio-techo-bloc-st_-louis-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-768x1024.jpg) Mid-Century Modern style homes feature clean, simple lines with big windows that are meant to bring the outdoors in. Perfect for landscape designers like us, right?! This is what we were working with when we started on this new patio installation project, replacing an crumbling clay brick patio that had been there for years. Quiet Village was hired to remove the old clay bricks that were uneven, stained and even dangerous to walk on. The new patio was created using Techo-Bloc storm pavers filled with black trap gravel in a basket weave pattern for the ultimate Mid-Century Modern patio update. Then, our outdoor construction crew cleared out some natural brush to allow for more usable space to reroute the walkway approach to the patio. This opened up space and helped to define the lines along the home’s exterior, to further highlight the Mid-Century Modern architecture. For the main patio space we used [Techo Bloc Aquastorm pavers](https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/pavers/aquastorm/) filled with black trap gravel. Techo-Bloc Paraslab was used to connect the patio to the side door and for [outdoor steps](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/walkway-paving/) winding down through the garden, which was previously grassy and difficult to walk down. Now, the homeowners can access the side pool area easily, instead of walking down a precarious pathway. This unique design allowed for the paver patio to blend effortlessly with the home’s exterior. In keeping with the style of MCM, the basket weave pattern gives a geometric block style from the 1960’s. See the patio transformation. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/techo-bloc-paver-patio-before-after-1024x1024.png) Now, the patio drains better and has a uniform, smooth finish. Permeable paver designs like this are ideal for outdoor areas that see get large amounts of stormwater run-off or have poor drainage. This patio is alongside a steep hillside leading to a creek, making it a perfect place for permeable patio like this. For best paver hardscaping material selections and options, you are always welcome to meet with someone from our St. Louis-based landscape design team. When you book an initial landscaping tour and consultation with us, we will guide you through options, project costs, and our professional recommendations on enhancing your outdoor living spaces. We work hard to make sure your investment into landscaping enhancements is going to stand the test of time, giving you outdoor living updates that will complement your home’s architecture, instead of becoming an eye-sore. From permeable paver patios to [full outdoor kitchens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-kitchen-grill-islands/) or low-maintenance garden beds, we bring the outdoors right to your doorstep every time we come! ![paver walkway and patio design build hardscaping in St. Louis by Quiet Village](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Techo-Bloc-pavers-and-patio-St_-Louis-1024x576.jpg) **Did you know?** Permeable paver patios may qualify for sustainability focused grant programs, giving you free money to make landscaping improvements! We work closely with [MSD’s Project Clear](https://msdprojectclear.org/) Grant Program and the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance’s Rainscape Rebate Programs to help homeowners embrace more sustainable landscaping improvements. We always encourage planting natives over invasive plants, and to replace a boring lawnscape with a vibrant ecologically diverse landscape! Shoutout to our amazing construction crews who brought this dream patio renovation to life. Our Oasis All-Stars make sure every hardscaping project we complete is built to last, enhancing curb appeal and life spent at home in the Midwest. They really are the best! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Building-patio-with-Techobloc-pavers-768x1024.jpg) Quiet Village Oasis All-Stars! 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Transform your outdoor living area into a refreshing oasis by adding native shade trees to your landscaping! **Content:** # Stay Cool with Shade Trees: Your St. Louis Landscaping Guide July 12, 2023 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/stay-cool-shade-trees-st-louis-landscaping-guide/#respond) In the blazing summer of St. Louis, finding relief from the scorching sun on 100-degree plus days becomes essential. As landscapers, we know the key to creating comfortable outdoor spaces lies in planting or preserving native shade trees. Not only do they offer a refreshing retreat, but they also work wonders in cooling down buildings, reducing energy consumption, and lowering electricity bills. Let’s explore the best native shade trees for St. Louis and understand how they can make a real difference in beating the heat year after year. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/shade-trees-outside-in-a-yard-st-louis-768x1024.jpg) *Shade trees were strategically kept to create shade across all seasons.* **The Cooling Power of Shade:** When outside temperatures soar, spending time under the shade of a well-established tree can be a blissful experience. Shaded areas can be up to 20-45 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than exposed spots, providing much-needed relief for anyone outside (animals included!). Moreover, [strategically placing shade trees](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/plant-installation/) around buildings acts as a natural cooling system, reducing the demand for air conditioning. This eco-friendly approach not only saves energy but also protects your property from sun-related damage. **Top Native Shade Trees for St. Louis:** 1. **Eastern Redbud:** The Eastern Redbud is a beloved choice, gracing landscapes with its stunning pinkish-purple blossoms in the spring and ample shade in the summer. This medium-sized tree is ideal for residential yards and adds a touch of elegance to any space. 2. **American Sycamore:** The grandeur of the American Sycamore is unparalleled, thanks to its broad canopy and distinctive white bark. This fast-growing tree is perfect for larger properties, providing both shade and an elegant focal point. 3. **Sugar Maple:** Known for its breathtaking fall foliage, the Sugar Maple is equally impressive during the summer. Its dense canopy offers abundant shade and a burst of vibrant seasonal colors. Ensure you have ample space for this larger tree to flourish. 4. **White Oak:** With its majestic presence and sturdy build, the White Oak symbolizes strength and resilience. Its spreading branches provide generous shade, and it can thrive for centuries, making it a wise long-term investment. See more tree or plant ideas that [recommend for most St. Louis yards here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-plants-trees-st-louis-home/). You can also find more native tree selections with information and photos on the [Missouri Botanical Garden’s webpage dedicated to trees here](https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/visual-guides/native-trees-for-missouri). **Trees to Approach with Caution:** 1. **Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica):** The Weeping Willow may be captivating near bodies of water, but its aggressive root system can cause issues with underground pipes and foundations. It’s better suited for larger, open areas away from buildings. 2. **Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum):** Though visually appealing and fast-growing, the Silver Maple’s brittle wood makes it prone to storm damage. Additionally, its roots can lead to complications with sidewalks and driveways. 3. **Bradford Pear (Pyrus calleryana ‘Bradford’):** Run, don’t wait, away from new Bradford plantings! The Bradford Pear’s springtime flowers is well-known, but it’s highly invasive, brittle, and prone to storm damage. If you’ve walked past one in spring-time, you also know how stinky they are, too. Not a pleasant plant overall! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Nice-shaded-patio-in-St_-Louis-created-with-Unilock-pavers-768x1024.jpg) *Plenty of tree shade for this paradise in Richmond Heights, MO!* **Creating Your Cool Oasis:** With these native shade trees, you can transform your outdoor spaces into comfortable, refreshing oases during the St. Louis summer. Be mindful of the tree’s size and its proximity to buildings, and consider potential issues with roots or branches. A well-planned landscaping design not only keeps you cool but also enhances the beauty and value of your property. As dedicated landscapers, our aim is to help you beat the heat while enjoying the natural beauty of St. Louis. Embrace the power of native shade trees, and let them create a cool haven for you, your loved ones, and your property. Stay cool, and relish the summer under the soothing shade of these magnificent trees. 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Quiet Village was nominated for best use of the U-Cara retaining wall systems by Unilock. The completed project features a tiered wall with stairs, privacy fence, and lighting.  **Content:** # Unilock Awards of Excellence, Landscape Designers Showcase Work December 19, 2022 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/unilock-awards-excellence-landscape-designers-showcase-work-st-louis/#respond) Unilock makes hardscaping elements we feature frequently in landscaping projects that require stone, pavers, pool decking or a retaining wall. Each year Unilock hosts the Awards of Excellence, bringing together top landscapers and contractors from across the country to recognize trend-setting landscaping transformations created by landscape designers. Quiet Village was nominated for best use of the U-Cara retaining wall systems by Unilock. The completed project features a tiered wall with stairs, privacy fence, and lighting. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-St_-Louis-MO-U-Cara-1024x768.jpg) To represent the nominated project at the awards ceremony was Ali LaRose and Dennis Evans. The landscaping renovation in Richmond Heights, MO added outdoor entertaining space for at least 40 adults to a backyard that already had a [pool](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/pool-installation-design/), but now needed areas to cook, relax, and lounge by the [new outdoor fireplace](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/). ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Unilock-Awards-of-Excellence-project-outdoor-patio-and-fire-place-kitchen-unilock-paver-patio-1024x768.jpg) Larger format flagstones in varying sizes give the patio a smooth surface texture and modern look. At the [Unilock](https://unilock.com/) Awards of Excellence event we noted a shift towards more contemporary color palettes in landscape designs, with an emphasis on blending garden elements with hardscaping elements. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Unilock-flagston-patio-and-walkway-1024x768.jpg) To get nominated, a landscaping company must be a Unilock authorized contractor with professional experience building outdoor spaces. Projects must then by staged and photographed as entry into the different categories. Quiet Village Landscaping was nominated for two categories, and traveled to Kansas City, MO for the networking and awards event. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Unilock-Awards-of-Excellence-group-of-finalists-from-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-in-St_-Louis.jpg) We proudly partner with Unilock in creating high quality outdoor living spaces that inspire people to connect with the natural beauty that surrounds us in our landscapes. Every backyard has the potential to be a paradise, and we appreciate the opportunities we have to showcase our work, and inspire more people to invest in their own at-home well being. A yard renovation of this scale starts with a detailed landscape design that outlines all materials, plants, construction work, and soil remediations needed to bring the plan to life. Landscapes need to be functional and thriving, with clients often interested in native plants, sustainable improvements, and the return on investment an outdoor kitchen, new patio, or well-established garden brings to a home. Start the process to transform your space with Ali, Dennis, or any of our talented designers. Common issues we find at homes around St. Louis are [drainage issues](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/drainage-solutions/), overgrown or oversized plants, invasive Bush honeysuckle, improperly draining lawn, not enough biodiversity, and a general lack of beauty. Plants may have been planted in the wrong place. Trees grow too big for the surrounding area. A retaining wall starts to fail. A lawn isn’t watered frequently enough. These are problems we run into and remediate for clients. You can learn more about our [design process and how we work with property owners here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design), or reach out for an in-person consultation with an outdoor living pro. As they say, “the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Get started on transforming your property with a landscape design plan. 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Discover the basics you need to know before hiring one. **Content:** # What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Landscape Designer August 11, 2021 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hiring-landscape-designer/#respond) **Want to revitalize your outdoor space with the help of a professional landscape designer?** Just like any home improvement project, you’ll get more value out of your investment with smart planning, research, and most importantly; being able to successfully communicate your goals. Pick up some tips from our landscape designers on everything they wish a client knew ahead of a consultation. Consider this information a beginners guide to selecting and working wisely with a landscape designer, with special things to consider for St. Louis (climate, soil types, elevation, surrounding features and more are extremely important!). We’ll answer some of our top frequently asked questions about working with a landscape designer, how long the process typically takes, and more. Let’s dive into it! # What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Landscape Designer - ***In a Nutshell:*** Landscape Designers are trained professionals who spend years learning about horticulture, construction, design concepts, architectural styles, and care for our outdoor environments. A landscape designer works to create a plan; similar to a blueprint or site map; that serves as a guide for professional landscapers and contractors to amend or beautify an outdoor space. A landscape design can be as simple as a hand-drawn sketch on a piece of paper or a CAD-designed rendering or 3D model of an outdoor space. Freelance designers often charge fees ranging from $300-700 or more for a custom landscape design. Full-service landscape design/install companies (*like us!*) often provide a landscape design at no cost, as long as they are the ones handling the labor and construction (or, at least a phase or section of the design concept). ### **What does a Landscape Designer do?** Most landscape designers will want to meet with you on-site, so they can physically assess the property and discuss the project scope in detail. This allows for a landscape designer to determine which plants, materials, and solutions will work best for the yard. They take measurements, photos, and sometimes soil samples to start gathering the critical information they need before beginning on the actual landscape design concept. Here is an example of a front yard landscape design, along with the “before” photo. You can see how the space is being reimagined in the design concept, to remove overgrown scraggly-looking bushes and weeds to replace with a perennial garden pathway designed to enhance the home’s curb appeal and architectural layout. ![Landscape Design Created by Quiet Village Landscaping in St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-Design-Created-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x493.png) A landscape design always includes a descriptive plant list & outdoor/building material list, which indicates what goes where and quantities. Quiet Village Landscaping designers always include a bid for installation or anything else that needs to be done – like demolition, yard grading, tear-out, site preparation work, or remediation. ### **What Does a Landscape Designer Need From Me?** Much like other home remodeling projects, a landscape design starts with a vision! Even if that vision is ‘make it pretty’. Almost every person who talks to a landscape designer expresses an interest in outdoor beautification. Beauty is in the eye of the behold, and as such, every landscape design features different elements. Some people think calming greenery and a neutral color palette for their backyard garden. Some want a bountiful summer garden, with planter boxes filled with veggies and herbs. Others go for the ultimate outdoor oasis, complete with outdoor kitchen and dining space, fire feature and pool surrounded by exotic, showy plants. Even if it’s on a scrap piece of paper, jot dot what this revitalized new space will do for you. Here is where you are free to dream big – and over budget. Remember that the landscape design is all about creating the master plan for your outdoor space, not just what you need corrected or fixed immediately. Thinking about a backyard pergola-covered patio space in a few years, tell your designer so they create space for that in the drawing. You also want to think about maintenance and prepare yourself to be open to a designer’s recommendations. For example, we’ll never plant a Bradford Pear tree for a client. A now-popular biodiversity faux pas in the Midwest is the planting of invasive Bradford Pear trees by homeowners and landscapers. Chosen for their bright white spring flowers, they are notorious pest plants that crowd out native plants and produce a foul-smelling berry. Let your landscape designer guide you through choosing suitable plants and materials for your yard and their natural environment. Finally, share images or style inspiration that you like. Browse Instagram ([our account has current landscaping inspo all the time](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/)), Pinterest or Google to find photos of yards, landscape designs, or outdoor living rooms you like. One or two images can have a profound impact in conveying your personal aesthetic to influence the design. ***Popular trends or terms to search now include:*** pollinator garden, outdoor living room, backyard makeover, low maintenance landscape, monochrome garden. ### **How Long Does it Take? What to Expect from a Landscape Designer:** Getting a custom landscape design for your property is a process that can take several weeks up to several months. First you’ll meet with a landscape designer – either virtually or in-person (preferred). Once all of the details and dimensions are in place, the design phase can sometimes take days, usually a few weeks to get back to you. This is because a landscape designer is usually working on several clients at the same time. They need time to brainstorm, research, and develop ideas then put them onto paper. While some designs are more artistic than others, they are essentially an outdoor living blueprint that a homeowner or pro landscaper can follow to work on the property. For reference, below are three different styles of landscape designs. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/New-Quiet-Village-Landscape-Designs-1024x331.png) So, from first contact with a landscape designer you could expect to have your first meeting within a week or two (longer if you’re reaching out in peak season, which is late spring through summer). Then, you can expect to have the first draft of your custom landscape design within several weeks to a month or more (again, depending on timing and availability). An obvious but not super popular tip is to get a landscape design created in late fall or winter. Why? Because this is when landscape designers are the *least busy*. You’ll get the best of both worlds – your designer will have more time to devote specifically to your project and it’ll take less time, simply because their schedule won’t be as chaotic as in summer. Plus, most people don’t realize that many landscaping projects can be started in the off-season. Our expert opinion is why not tear up your yard when it’s freezing outside? You’re not using it as much anyways…. Here’s what a total yard renovation can look like right in the middle of construction. Wouldn’t you rather have this work going on when everything is dormant and gray outside? ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-Design-in-mid-construction-e1628697536968-768x1024.jpg) Most hardscaping projects can be constructed in winter, as long as the ground isn’t frozen. Outdoor lighting and sound systems can be installed in the off-season. Pergolas, gazebos, and retaining walls can be installed year-round. Even hardy evergreens, trees and shrub can be planted during off-peak timeframes. Once you have your design and any revisions are made, planning and installation can begin immediately. This is also a great time to start researching for outdoor accessories or furniture. Recent material and shipping delays have made some items waitlisted for several months. ### **Construction or Landscape Design Installation:** Now that you have your custom landscape design, you’ll need someone to bring this new vision to life. Otherwise, its just a pretty drawing. All good landscape designers have an installation crew they trust. All of our landscape designs come with a competitive bid for all materials, plants and labor needed to get the project done. This makes our full-service landscaping team a “one-stop shop” for everything outdoors – including [ongoing maintenance like mowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/). Even if you do it yourself, you’ll want to install everything according to plan for best results. This might mean visiting several nurseries to find a specific plant or purchasing certain tools/equipment needed. Then, it’s enjoyment time! Make sure to spend some time appreciating your beautifully enhanced surroundings. A new patio might be just the thing you needed to enjoy a meal outside with family and friends. As plants grow to maturity, you’ll see why landscaping should be towards the top of your list for home improvements projects. A newly installed landscape is not nearly as stunning as a well-established, thriving landscape. The general rule is about 3 years to really let a landscaped garden take shape. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Best-Landscape-Design-St_-Louis-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Construction-1024x682.jpeg) With the rise of virtual designs and “plug & play” digital platforms for landscape design, we do see enormous value in selecting a landscape designer near you. Not every design element will be suitable in every climate, or even the microclimates we experience right here in St. Louis. You might be surprised in how much adjacent properties or geographical features come into play with a landscape design. We always recommend hiring locally, and working with a designer that is available to visit your property *at least once*, in person. Working with a Quiet Village Landscaping designer is as [easy as filling out this brief online form](https://quietvillage.typeform.com/to/A8ZiSS). Or, you can search online for landscape designers working in your area. Gardening clubs, Facebook groups, and your community can also be valuable resources in finding a landscape designer near you. 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In place of the Azaleas, the Clematis’, Daylilies, and Crape Myrtles are summoning up the energy to be in full bloom these next few weeks. ![clematis, flowers landscape st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-photos-010-300x200.jpg) [![](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png "Landscape photos 010")](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) The delicate structure of the Clematis vine has very attractive flowers containing multiple colors, depending on the cultivar. The after flower is considerably showy with the unique frills growing out of the seed giving it a fine texture. For a continuing bloom time throughout the summer, cut back or ‘deadhead’ the after flower. Daylilies give the nice wispy grass texture of an herbaceous perennial. The flowers can last throughout the summer, straight into frost, depending on the weather conditions. The individual flowers generally open for one day but the quantity as a whole, makes the perennial more enjoyable throughout the summer. Planting Lilies in larger quantities help accentuate other major focal points throughout the landscape with the consistency and distinct texture of the Daylily. ![vibrant variety](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/images.jpeg) Vibrant Variety Crape Myrtles are more of a woody shrub developing beautiful panicle flowers in the summer, reddish purple foliage in the fall, crepe-papery dried flower structures in winter, and peeling bark as an added aesthetic feature all year round. Along with these distinctions, Crape Myrtles do well in the St. Louis area in terms of its deciduous, upright, spreading, and multi-stemmed growth habit. In more of the southern states, this plant can get up to 10-11’ tall, whereas in Missouri, it can grow from 2-10’ tall. Winter weather can take a toll on the upper growth, therefore, by applying a winter mulch around the base plus cutting the stems back 8”, will allow more growth in the spring. These well rounded plants can either be used as specimens in the landscape with all of their wonderful characteristics throughout the year, or can help accentuate other focal points to help them stand out. Contact our Landscape Designer for a free consultation about your landscape! 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Have you had trouble maintaining your plants in past years but you never knew why?  Your soil may be the culprit. **Content:** # Why Is Soil Testing So Important? January 31, 2014 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/soil-testing-important/#respond) Have you had trouble maintaining your plants in past years but you never knew why? Your soil may be the culprit. Before you plan out your garden this year, it’s critical for you to find out the condition of your soil. Normal soil often lacks one or more essential nutrients such as phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, sulfur, manganese, copper and zinc. However, all of the nutrients are necessary to feed your plants and keep them healthy. Sometimes the pH level of the soil, how acidic or basic it is, can be too high or too low for ideal plant growth. In that case, the dirt in your yard needs a bit of extra help to keep your plants happy. 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See how we created an outdoor space that fosters spirituality, mindfulness, and connection to nature. # The Labyrinth at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School In 2022 the family of Kristi Krey wanted to donate something to the school’s campus in her honor, after she passed away in May of 2020. The idea of a labyrinth seemed fitting and would be a benefit to the 62 acre campus of the school. The labyrinth is a Santa Rosa design style, and this one features a semi-circle retaining wall that was built to level out the ground for the walking area of the space needed for the labyrinth, that was previously sloped gently. ![labyrinth at villa duchesne ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-labyrinth-installed-at-a-church-in-St_-Louis-1024x599.jpg) Once the labyrinth design was completed, the school hosted a dedication ceremony, where the entire school, family of Kristi, and past classmates and friends gathered. The blessing was led by Monseigneur Shamleffer along with readings, prayers of the faithful, and a reading from the gospel. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Monseigneur-Shamleffer-blessing-of-labyrinth-1024x768.jpeg) Quiet Village Landscaping worked with well-known local artist Robert Fishbone on the design and installation of the labyrinth projects, which included several elements. The grounds were remediated to promote healthy soil and best drainage conditions. Following the design, bricks were placed in a recessed pattern into the earth creating the walkways of the labyrinth. The [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/) was built on the outer edge of the design. This simple retaining wall faces the wood-line of the space just behind the labyrinth, so we kept installation simple. The wall will serve to control erosion, keeping the design level and uniform. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/retaining-wall-at-Villa-Duchesne-campus-in-Frontenac-MO-1024x768.jpg) Details and a memorial flagstone dedicated to Kristy Krey were placed at the entrance of the labyrinth, which has become a popular place for visitors to leave behind a symbolic stone like the ones pictured below. Classes regularly take walks on the campus grounds, and the labyrinth is a popular place to reflect and connect with nature in a spiritual way. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/the-labyrinth-at-villa-duchesne-private-school-in-st-louis-911x1024.jpg) Once the bricks were placed, a custom grass seed blend was applied to help an ideal lawn to sprout. The area is relatively easy to mow, and aligns with the vision for this project. Now all are welcome to spend time at this reflective outdoor space. If you visit, park just on the opposite side of the main driveway at [Villa’s](https://www.villa1929.org/) campus. Then, walk over to the Oak Grove where you will also find two wooden benches. On our visit we spotted hawks, goldfinches, cardinals, and moths. In the photo below, you’ll see what the labyrinth looked like immediately after installation. [Settings](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/wp-admin/admin.php?page=itsec)![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/labyrinth-created-for-a-client-in-St_-Louis-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x768.jpeg) Labyrinths are a unique outdoor element, and you can see other [similar projects we’ve completed for clients here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/labyrinth-design-installation/). We recommend a labyrinth for properties that have spacious, unused lawn or want to add a dramatic 4-season interest element to their landscape. Labyrinths are great for places of worship that don’t feel a connection to nature or have a reflective outdoor space on campus. Designs, sizes, and stones are all custom and recommended based on size available, and style of surrounding architecture. You can get ideas from a landscape designer by filling out our new client form you’ll find right on the homepage of our website, [or here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design). You can see more project photos in our [landscaping gallery](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery). Get inspired for your outdoor living renovation. 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It’s our first in a series featuring Missouri specialist insects and their relationship with their host plants. [![Missouri Native Cup Plant](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/cup-plant-e1575490078897.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/cup-plant.jpg) Missouri Native Cup Plant With winter time fast approaching, I thought it would be fun to give you a glimpse into the kind of insects that overwinter in just one Missouri native species, the Cup plant. I hope that if you have some in your back garden or native plant space you might consider allowing the stems to remain (either standing or lying down). Those stems are still providing valuable habitat. When I think of the potential for a bustling natural winter community that may be happening in stems of my Cup plant, *Silphium perfoliatum* during the winter, Simon’s song cycles through my mind. Wisconsin entomologist Andrew H. Williams collected (in 1996) and identified (1997) over twenty species of insects and spiders overwintering in *Silphium perfoliatum* stems. In February, Mr. Williams sent a copy of his table on discovered insect and spider collections from Cup Plant stems in Grant County, Wisconsin to me upon request. He graciously has given me permission to share his findings with you. Mr. Williams’ findings are listed by taxon. I’ve done a little research to further identify the insects and glean any special behavior to pass along. I’m about to share some intriguing behavior of the Cup Plant’s winter residents in a rapid fire style Mr. Simon used in describing the zoo’s citizens. Cue Simon’s song… Many of the cup plant stem insects are entomophagous (larva who consume their insect hosts). The movie, Alien, wasn’t original, you know. Braconid wasps are entomophagous, too. Like a chalcidoid, a braconid wasp larva starts as an egg that hatches in the host insect. The host itself intended to overwinter in the Cup plant stem. After emerging from the host, some braconid larvae overwinter in the stem. Among the specimens Mr. Williams found is the *Camptomyia* sp., commonly known as a gall midge. Some fungus eating gall midge larvae exhibit a reproduction phenomenon called *paedogenesis, “…in which daughter larvae are sometimes produced inside mother larvae, eventually consuming the mother.”(p. 393)[**\[1\]**](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/1/?tab=wm#151823810681b668__ftn1)* In startled launch, the *Mordellistena convicta* or Tumbling flower beetle has a tumble caused by his habit of pulling in his legs. Did you know booklice didn’t eat the book? They ate the mold that ate the book. *Lachesilla corona* are members of the*Psocoptera* (meaning gnawed or rubbed wing) order, booklice and plantlice*.* Plant bugs of the *Miridae* family inject enzymes to turn plant tissue into a Slurpee and sip it up through their “beaks”. Mr. Williams and his colleagues also identified a mite or tick, a cicada, a Silphium borer moth larva, a checkered beetle, a katydid, a featherwing beetle (usually < one mm.) and others. All of these are food sources for birds and other wildlife. I have great fondness for a plant that defies the common patterns of nature by displaying a square stem. It gets its name from the supply of water it keeps at the base of its joined leaves that serves as a public water source for birds and small mammals. I once bumped a Cup plant and inadvertently drenched my poor husband! Once the pollinators (in abundance) are finished, the seeds provide much needed food supply to American Goldfinches. Although their brilliant yellow color is waning at this time, it still can be a spectacular sight. So, once its glory has past, its leaves curled and brown, consider cutting it in foot-long sections and simply leave in on the ground. Its winter residents will find it and still be happy to reside in a horizontal rather than a vertical home. You can also bundle up some, hollow out the ends’ tips on one side and store somewhere the solitary bees can find them for shelter. The plant serves a natural service year round! 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But what does it mean to be sustainable and how can we accomplish sustainability in the tough conditions of St. Louis? Sustainability comes down to a balancing act – balancing the needs of the environment, the needs of the economy, and the needs of both present and future generations. Sustainability is no small feat! But, anything from conserving water and energy to dealing with garden waste the right way, are steps in the right direction. Here are a few general goals for our yards. **Conserve water** – If you already have an irrigation system, convert rotary heads to low angle mist heads for turf or drip irrigation for planting beds. Install rain sensors or use a rain gauge to prevent overwatering. Mulch beds to allow the soil to retain more moisture and to allow the water to percolate deeper into the ground. **Recycle food, yard and garden waste** – Compost vegetative waste such as food scraps and lawn clippings. The resulting organic matter is a natural way to fertilize gardens, planting beds, and lawns while reducing how much we put into the trash. It also saves money as an alternative to chemical fertilizers. **Reduce the use of energy hungry equipment –** Replace gas-powered equipment with electric tools that release less pollutants into the atmosphere and create less noise. Decrease the size of your lawn by replacing it with planting beds, rain gardens or bioswales. Pull weeds by hand, it’s great exercise! **Plant native plants** – Native plants bring back our natural pollinators such as birds, butterflies, bees, and other insects. Native plants are better adapted to our St. Louis environment. Thus, they are less maintenance and more drought, flood, heat, or cold tolerant when properly sited. You can start implementing many of these tips to make a difference today. Call one of our landscape designers to see how we can make your St. Louis landscape sustainable. 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Just as it’s common to get “sticker shock” with any large-scale renovation project, the same can happen with a [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) and build project. Luckily, with smart planning and thoughtful decisions, you can add more value to your budget to get the look and feel of your dream outdoor oasis – all without letting the cost get out of control. To save money on a landscape renovation project this year, read our expert advice on the best ways you can save money on a landscape redesign, featuring some unexpected places you can trim down budget without sacrificing on quality or style. ![lawn renovation st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/save-on-lawn-renovation-300x200.jpeg) - **Use High-Impact & Low Cost Landscape Accents.** Some larger, permanent or high-use design features should always be created using high quality materials. Yet, for smaller accents and outdoor decor, you can get creative with less. Try adding affordable visual elements like garden obelisks or outdoor art work to add style to your yard. Most mailboxes can be upgraded inexpensively, adding a great statement piece right in the front of your home. - **Choose Perennials Over Annual Plants** To add flowers and plants to your plant beds, your best bet is to choose perennial plants over annuals. Perennials come back year after year, while annuals need to be bought and replanted each and every season. Best of all, Perennial plants can be divided and replanted, giving you new plants to spread throughout your landscape! - **Choose Less Expensive Materials** Hardscaping elements like patios and pathways are oftentimes major expenses in a landscape renovation. When looking to lessen your budget, you can choose to use less expensive materials either temporarily or permanently in your landscape design. For example, a landscape renovation project can be design with a gravel patio now, with the idea that it be upgraded in the future to stone or concrete. You can also scout out [local sources](https://www.houzz.com/user/quiet-village_landscaping) for salvaged materials. A favorite in St. Louis is [Refab STL](http://www.refabstl.org/)! - **Purchase Pots at End of Season Sales** Throughout winter, St. Louis plant nurseries and gardening centers will feature big sales on containers and pots. It’s a great time to stock up on large pots or planters that you’ll use in spring and summer. We recommend Rolling Ridge Nursery or Garden Heights Nursery as great local sources for large pots and containers! - **Landscape in Phases** When you want a major landscape renovation, you can consider installing the landscape design over several phases. Creating a long-term plan for your landscaping, then phasing out the work, can help to keep costs and the expense of performing work over again, within budget. Ready to begin your landscape design project in St. Louis? [Start here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSera_GFcgcByKdp_wiAM6tLQWg_2vmtCQChzNzLepntHAG2VA/viewform)! 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Even small changes in your yard or business property can make a big difference for your local ecosystem. If you want to make a positive impact this spring, here are some big and small projects that can help your yard be more sustainable and environmentally friendly: ![St. Louis Rain Garden](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMGP1943_St-Louis-Rain-Garden-300x199.jpg) ## Rain Gardens Rain gardens are attractive and functional additions to every landscape. Designed to absorb rainwater so that runoff is reduced, rain gardens are green solutions to lawn drainage problem areas. We incorporate low-maintenance native plants that benefit birds, butterflies, and other local wildlife. ![St. Louis Eco-friendly Rain Barrel](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/27860679_s-231x300.jpg)Think Green This Spring## Rain Barrels Reduce, reuse, recycle your rainwater. No need to send more runoff downstream. Conserve water to use for your landscape via rain barrels that attach to your gutters. ![St. Louis Permeable Paver Driveway](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2578_St-Louis-Permeable-Paver-Driveway-300x199.jpg) ## Permeable Pavers Install a permeable paver driveway, patio or pathway to allow water to seep through into the ground. Not only does this reduce runoff–it increases the groundwater for your landscape, positively impacting nearby plants and trees. Additional groundwater can be a valuable asset for your lawn during our hot and unpredictable St. Louis summers when we often receive little precipitation. ![St. Louis Landscape Tree Planting](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/13586410_ml-web-225x300-1.jpg) ## Woodland Restorations Trees provide habitation and food critical for your local ecosystem. Restore native species of trees on your property to restore woodlands. Talk to us about what you want to accomplish. Do you want to attract more birds to your landscape? Do you need more shade trees? Are you interested in installing fruit trees or flowering trees? There are so many possibilities. ### Want a free initial design consultation? Reach out to us at 314-657-7050 or Email Us. Tags: [eco-friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscaping/), [environmentally friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly-landscaping/), [green landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscape-design/), [green landscape plan](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscape-plan/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [landscape design and construction](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-and-construction/), [landscape design and installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-and-installation/), [permeable paver](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver/), [permeable paver driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-driveway/), [permeable paver pathway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-pathway/), [permeable paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-patio/), [permeable paver walkway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-walkway/), [planting trees](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/planting-trees/), [rain barrel](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-barrel/), [rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-garden/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [st. louis green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-green-landscaping/), [st. louis landscaping design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping-design/), [st. louis rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-rain-garden/), [tree installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tree-installation/), [woodland restoration](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/woodland-restoration/) **Categories:** General --- ### [Tips on Saving Money on Landscape Maintenance in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/tips-on-saving-money-on-landscape-maintenance-in-st-louis/) **Published:** June 14, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Reduce the costs of home landscaping with our top tips on selecting and caring for plants. **Content:** # Tips on Saving Money on Landscape Maintenance in St. Louis June 14, 2016 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tips-saving-money-landscape-maintenance-st-louis/#respond) If your like most homeowners, your looking for ways to reduce the cost of home maintenance, including landscaping costs. Keep your St. Louis yard looking good by paying special attention to the health of your perennial plants, shrubs & trees. Even if your own yard is planted with native [prairie plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/), there are certain needs that plants have, to make sure they grow well. **To help you decide what to plant where, start with our top tips to make sure your beautiful yard is affordable to maintain.** - Only install plants that can survive the climate and soil in your St. Louis, MO yard. Unfortunately, our [landscape crews](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/meet-our-team) have all too often seem plants that die due to wrong lighting conditions or improper soil. We can help by [designing your backyard paradise](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) to match your unique sunlight, size, and grade of your lawn. - Hydration is extremely important for new plants. Underwatering new plantings [is a top reason](http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/home/ct-sun-0605-garden-morton-20160601-story.html) that homeowners have bad luck growing plants in their yard. Try creating your own watering schedule for your plants, that you can modify with natural rainfall. - Keeping your new plants healthy means giving attention to the soil and any nutrients it may be lacking. Be sure to pay special attention to labels on any fertilizers you might use. Looking for more information on what to plant, and where? Give us a call at (314) 657-7050 to set-up your initial consultation appointment! 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September 20, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-ready-fall-autumn/#respond) Summer ’16 in St. Louis is coming to an end, and it’s time to start preparing your plants for the cooler temperatures that are on the way. While fall isn’t exactly the most exciting time of year for gardeners, there are still exciting things to be done in your own home garden! For example, it’s the [best time to plant trees and shrubs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/planting-services/), and cooler temperatures make laborious outdoor work that much more pleasant. Add these autumnal tasks to your to-do list, or send your requests our way and we’ll make sure the work gets done! **[![bring in outdoor plants](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/r09Q12x-300x225.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/r09Q12x.jpg)Bring in Tender Plants** When evening temperatures start to dip, it’s time to start bringing in any houseplants, tropicals, or succulents that have been outdoors for summer. Remove all dead leaves, branches, and inspect the plant for insects. This is also a great time to repot your plants with a fresh potting mix. Place your houseplants indoors, with enough light while keeping the soil lightly moist. Keep tropical plants in a cool, dark place while keeping them barely moist so that they begin to enter dormancy. **Remove Damaged Branches** While shearing shrubs isn’t recommended, autumn is a perfect time to remove limbs that are diseased, damaged or otherwise detrimental to a plant’s overall structure. **Plant Spring Bulbs** Spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils require a cold winter in order to bloom to their full potential, so planting them now in fall will ensure they get all the cold temperatures that they need. We recommend planting tulips 8″ deep and daffodils 9″ deep. **[![outdoor fall display](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-fall-decorating-ideas-flower-arrangements-60676-300x225.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-fall-decorating-ideas-flower-arrangements-60676.jpg)Make Decorations from the Garden** Pumpkins, gourds, and squashes can easily be grown in your backyard for some seasonal decorations. If the first frost is in the forecast, be sure to make good use of any remaining blooms or foliage by turning them into a locally harvested flower arrangement! For more autumn fall lawn and garden tips, check out our blog post on [Fall Tree and Shrub Planting: Do’s and Don’ts](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-tree-shrub-planting/). 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While the intention is admirable, we think there are better solutions. **Content:** # Rethinking #NoMowMay: A Thoughtful Approach to Landscaping for Pollinators May 3, 2023 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rethinking-nomowmay-thoughtful-approach-landscaping-pollinators/#respond) If you’re familiar with the viral #NoMowMay movement, you’ve likely encountered the idea of letting lawns grow wild during the month of May to support pollinators. While the concept has gained popularity, many experts argue that a more thoughtful approach is required. Dennis Evans, a landscaping specialist, shares his insights on the matter, emphasizing the importance of incorporating native plants that thrive in St. Louis. By selecting the right plants for your region, you can create a sustainable habitat that nourishes and protects pollinators throughout the entire year; not just for one month. Dennis points out several limitations of the #NoMowMay approach. Allowing grass to grow tall for a month and then abruptly mowing it can harm the very pollinators homeowners aim to protect. It can also lead to issues like fungal diseases or the potential use of pesticides to combat invasive plants. Furthermore, the sudden change in grass height can confuse insects and expose them to predators. Instead of relying solely on the #NoMowMay trend, Dennis recommends a comprehensive and strategic approach to landscaping. One effective option is to incorporate native plants that are well-suited to the St. Louis climate and soil conditions. These plants have evolved alongside local pollinators and offer the ideal food sources and habitats for them. When selecting native plants, consider species such as purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), and bee balm (Monarda didyma). These plants provide nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, while also adding color and beauty to your landscape. You can find other native plants we recommend to landscaping clients [here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/upgrade-st-louis-yard-top-5-native-plants/) and [here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/plants-st-louis-garden/)! To further support pollinators, create a diverse habitat by incorporating a mix of plants with different blooming periods. This ensures a continuous source of food throughout the strong change in seasons we see in St. Louis. Additionally, providing shelter and water sources, such as bird baths or small ponds, can enhance the overall habitat and attract a variety of beautiful birds, butterflies, bee, moths & more! By embracing these landscaping practices and selecting native plants, you can create an inviting environment that benefits pollinators and enhances the beauty of your outdoor space. Additionally, a regular [mowing routine](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/) at an appropriate height (not too short!) can help promote a healthy lawn while ensuring the well-being of both pollinators and your turf grass. Join Quiet Village Landscaping in rethinking our approach to supporting pollinators and strive for a long-term solution that goes beyond a single month. By incorporating native plants into your landscape and embracing sustainable practices, you can create a vibrant and eco-friendly habitat that thrives year-round. Tags: [\#nativeplants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/nativeplants/), [\#nomowmay](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/nomowmay/), [\#perennialplants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/perennialplants/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/) **Categories:** Lawn Care **Tags:** #nativeplants,#nomowmay,#perennialplants,landscaping --- ### [Our Mowing Schedule Explained](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-mowing-schedule-explained/) **Published:** May 19, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** The short answer is that we try to maintain a regular schedule of lawn maintenance, but that doesn't always happen. Here's why.  **Content:** # FAQ: Our Mowing Schedule Explained May 19, 2018 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/faq-mowing-schedule-explained/#respond) Since 2001, Quiet Village has been providing complete lawn mowing and yard maintenance services in St. Louis. With that experience comes best practices that we follow to ensure your lawn stays well maintained and lush all season long. One of our most frequently asked questions is **“When are you coming to mow my yard?”.** The short answer is that we try to maintain a regular schedule of lawn maintenance, but that doesn’t always happen. Here’s why. The lawn mowing crews at Quiet Village are experienced at following a well-planned schedule and route to keep our [lawn care services affordable](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/) and your yard freshly cut. Below are a few reasons why you might see us on a different day than your regularly scheduled visit: **Rain, Rain Does Delay!** Spring and summer brings some pretty serious rain and thunderstorms to St. Louis. When your yard is wet, cutting the grass can damage the turf and compact the soil. Mowing equipment can create ruts in your yard and if you do mow when grass blades are slick with water, the cuts will create an uneven shred rather than the clean, professional cut you expect after a mowing visit. **Eco-Efficiency** Every so often we adjust our lawn mowing routes for travel effectiveness, helping to keep our costs low and giving our fuel efficiency a boost. We’re committed to [environmentally friendly landscaping practices](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) by keeping our fuel usages down and being mindful of our St. Louis service area routes. These adjustments aren’t very common, but they do happen. We try our best to inform you of any adjustments and appreciate your understanding when they happen! **Growing Slow** Occasionally our grounds maintenance crews will visit a property and the grass won’t actually be long enough *to* cut. Best practices for mowing indicate grass must be tall enough to cut without damaging the lawn in the long run. While this isn’t very common for a St. Louis lawn, it does happen! Rest assured that if you are on our mowing list, we will be coming to take care of your yard shortly after a rainstorm or scheduling update. If for some reason we haven’t visited to cut your grass a few days after your regularly scheduled visit day, please contact us! We are happy to take a look at your account, but also ask that you be patient after rainfall in St. Louis Did you know that we also do larger, landscape renovation projects? Our team is capable at not only maintaining lawns but also designing and installing [outdoor lighting systems](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/), hardscaping projects like [patios, walkways, retaining walls](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/) and more! We also have an awesome “Refer a Friend” program, giving both you and your referee a [$100 account credit as a Thank You](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/refer-a-friend) for spreading the love! 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Use them to add color and life to every room in your home. Check out our top picks for dark rooms. **Content:** # The Best Indoor Plants for Low Light January 2, 2017 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/indoor-plants-low-light/#respond) Some of the most colorful and easy-care indoor plants thrive in low-light conditions. Use them to add color and life to every room in your home! Check out our top picks for darker rooms and stuffy offices. ## Philodendron, Heartleaf One of the most popular houseplants in the world, heartleaf philodendron is super tolerant of dark interiors. This fast-growing vine works amazingly well in hanging baskets. All you have to do to keep this hearty plant alive is water it when the soil feels dry to the touch. Look for newer varieties featuring vibrant colors such as ‘Brasil’ with stunning gold-and-green variegated foliage or ‘Micans’ that has purple flushed leaves and a gorgeous satinlike texture. ## ZZ Plant Are you looking for a houseplant that tolerates dark corners *and* neglect? Check out ZZ plant, *Zamioculcas zamiifolia*. This African native will do just fine even if it’s only getting fluorescent light in an office or especially low-light room. It also tolerates dry conditions, so it’s ideal for someone who travels frequently. ZZ plant looks great, too; it produces upright, slightly arching stems covered in shiny, dark green leaves. Water ZZ plant when the top inch of soil dries out. ## Parlor Palm A popular plant since the Victorian era, parlor palm, *Chamaedorea elegans*, is a slow-growing plant that does well in low-light situations. It grows 4 feet tall and makes a bold statement in any room. Parlor palm only needs to be watered when the soil feels dry to the touch, but it does help to mist the plants once in awhile during the winter. ## Boston Fern Boston ferns, *Nephrolepis exaltata*, have played a long-time and key role in interior design. These gorgeous plants grow bright green fronds that look great in urns or baskets. Boston ferns thrive in partially shady indoor and outdoor locations away from cold drafts or heat ducts. Water plant whenever the soil feels dry to the touch, and mist often during the winter to minimize leaf drop. ## Gloxinia While *Gloxinia* can’t survive in a completely dark room, it will bloom great in rooms it can receive bright, indirect light away from full sun. Simply water whenever the soil feels dry to the touch. Use warm water and avoid getting the foliage wet. You can also help it survive by feeding once a month with a houseplant fertilizer while the plant is in bloom. ## Corn Plant Corn plant, *Dracaena fragrans*, produces strapping leaves that bear a strong resemblance to, you guessed it, sweet corn. The plants grow 3-6 feet tall and thrive in low light. Corn plants are sold both in bush form or on tall, architecturally interesting bare canes. ## Peace Lily Peace lily is the queen of easy and elegant houseplants. This low-light houseplant has pure white flower spaths on tall stems. Peace lily also has shiny green foliage that looks great even out of bloom. Often sold under its botanic name, *Spathiphyllum*, peace lily makes a relatively easy to care for houseplant. It does, however, require regular watering and will wilt dramatically if allowed to dry out completely. ## Ponytail Palm Perfect for any room in your home or business, ponytail palm, *Beaucarnea recurvata*, is virtually indestructible! It’s a fascinating and unusual plant with long curling leaves sprouting from a wide and interesting-looking base that gives this plant it’s other common name, elephant’s foot palm. If you travel a lot, ponytail palm is ideal because the plant stores excess water in its large base, so it can go for several weeks without being watered. Best of all, ponytail palms are sold in a variety of heights from tabletop to tree-size. 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If you're looking to upgrade your yard's beauty game, consider adding some native plants to your landscaping. **Content:** # Upgrade Your St. Louis Yard with These Top 5 Native Plants March 23, 2023 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/upgrade-st-louis-yard-top-5-native-plants/#respond) Hey, you St. Louis homeowners! If you’re looking to upgrade your yard’s beauty game, consider adding some native plants to your landscaping. These babies are locally sourced and know how to handle the climate and soil, which means they’ll make your life a lot easier. Plus, they’re like a 5-star resort for local wildlife! So, here are the top 5 native plants that’ll turn your yard into an Insta-worthy paradise: 1. **Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa)** – Not only is this orange wildflower a total babe, but it’s also the life of the party for butterflies, especially the monarchs. It likes sunny spots and soil that’s easy to drain. And when it blooms in the summer, you’ll be the envy of your neighbors! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Butterfly-weed-missouri-native-plant-flowering-1024x683.jpeg) 2. **Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)** – This yellow flower with a dark center will make you feel like you’re at a beach party every time you look at it. It grows up to 3 feet tall and thrives in dry conditions, so you don’t have to worry about watering it all the time. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Black-eyed-Susan-flowers-native-to-St_-Louis-1024x678.jpeg) 3. **Eastern red columbine (Aquilegia canadensis)** – If you want a flower that’s as unique as you are, go for the Eastern red columbine. Its red and yellow blooms will have your yard looking like a Pinterest board in no time. And bonus: hummingbirds and butterflies love it, too! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Eastern-red-columbine-native-plants-to-St_-Louis-1024x685.jpeg) 4. **Wild indigo (Baptisia australis)** – This bad boy is like the Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson of native plants – tough, resilient, and oh-so-handsome. It grows up to 4 feet tall and produces blue-purple flowers that’ll make your heart skip a beat. And once it’s established, it’s basically indestructible.![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Native-plant-to-St_-Louis-area-Wild-Indigo-1024x683.jpeg) 5. **Joe Pye weed (Eutrochium purpureum)** – Don’t let the name fool you – this plant is anything but a weed. It’s more like the Beyonce of native plants – tall, elegant, and a total showstopper. Its pinkish-purple flowers will steal the spotlight in late summer and early fall. And did we mention it attracts bees and butterflies? #goals So, there you have it – the top 5 native plants that’ll give your St. Louis yard the makeover it deserves. They’re easy to take care of, eco-friendly, and gorgeous as heck. What more could you ask for? Check out more beautiful bloomers on our social media channels. @quietvillagelandscaping For help on where to plant these natives, how to care for them, or prepping your yard for planting, you can always contact us for a free estimate for any of our all-inclusive [landscaping services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) we provide. And, although not all natives, you can see other plants we routinely feature in landscape designs [here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/plants-st-louis-garden/). 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This is great news for landowners who are looking to add sustainable features to their outdoor living spaces, such as rain gardens, bioswales, trees and shrubs or permeable pavers that work to soak up and reuse rainwater before it carries pollutants to a local stream. Landowners with property located in the Deer Creek Watershed are eligible to receive a rebate for residential, institutional, and commercial landscaping projects featuring sustainable elements. First, we recommend viewing the Deer Creek Watershed Map online, to see if you qualify to participate. [View the map her](http://www.deercreekalliance.org/maps#streams)e. Then, if you would like to participate **you are required to attend one orientation event for landowners** to learn important details about the Rainscaping Cost-Share Program if you would like to apply. Orientation details for the two available dates for 2018, Round G are below: #### **Rainscaping Cost-Share Program – Orientation Events for 2018** **Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 PM** Webster Groves Public Library 301 E Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119 Refreshments will be provided. Space is limited. [Click here to **RSVP**](http://www.deercreekalliance.org/webster_cost-share_orientation_20180927) by September 20th if you plan on attending. **Wednesday, October 10, 2018 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM** Webster Groves Public Library 301 E Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119 Refreshments will be provided. Space is limited. [Click here to **RSVP**](http://www.deercreekalliance.org/webster_cost-share_orientation_20181010) by October 3rd if you plan on attending. The landscape design team at Quiet Village has a successful track record with local programs promoting sustainable landscaping, including the Rainscaping Cost-Share Program. Several of the featured photos on the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance website are rainscaping projects designed and installed by Quiet Village! We work with landowners to maximize the rebate they receive for adding sustainable elements to their outdoor spaces. [Visit the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance website here](http://www.deercreekalliance.org/cost-share) for more information and to get signed up for one of the required orientation events. 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Our professional installation is highly customizable so that you get exactly the look and style that suits you best. Here, we demonstrate two different patterns of paver alignment: diagonal and horizontal. Permeable paver patios are environmentally friendly. Rainwater can trickle through the pavers and soak into the ground instead of contributing to stormwater runoff. [Learn more about the benefits of permeable pavers.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/ "What are the Benefits of Permeable Pavers?") 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Get brilliant outdoor upgrade ideas from our experts that add home value - and charm! **Content:** # The Best Outdoor Upgrades to Add Home Value – and Increase Your Home’s Charm Factor! May 6, 2021 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/outdoor-upgrades-add-home-increase-homes-charm-factor/#respond) ## Brilliant outdoor upgrade ideas – boost your outdoor space to increase your home’s value and charm. Is your yard looking dull and in need of a little TLC? Well, there’s no time like the present to tackle your outdoor space. If your yard is uneven and patchy, or you lack areas that you enjoy, it can impact the whole space – and your home’s value. Breathing new life into your landscaping doesn’t have to blow your budget. There are plenty of simple, high-impact upgrades to boost your space without spending a small fortune. ### High-Impact Outdoor Upgrade Ideas From well designed outdoor lighting to inexpensive perennial plantings, [shaded patios](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/mid-century-modern-techobloc-permeable-paver-patio-landscape-design-build-olivette-mo/) to boulders, there are lots of simple ways to make your yard look *good*. All it takes is a little planning and prep and you can turn any boring lawn into a lush outdoor oasis, relaxing retreat, or stylish al fresco dining space. See what our landscape design experts recommend, to easily boost your home’s aesthetic, charm, and value. ### Outdoor Lighting Systems Illuminate Dark Spaces ![Custom outdoor lighting st. louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-Lighting-System-Installed-in-St_-Louis-MO-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x575.png) We’ve all seen those cheap solar lights staked in the ground, that break easily and barely last one season. Your home deserves better than that! [Permanent landscape lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/) is one of the easiest upgrades you can make to add ambiance to your outdoor spaces. Shine a light on walkways and stairs for safety. Illuminate your trees, entertaining areas, and home’s best features with well placed outdoor lights. The impact is instant, and smart controls allow you to adjust timing, color themes, zones, and more. Just think how easy it’ll be to get festive for the holidays, parties, or just regular evenings at home. Even well established landscapes can benefit from thoughtfully designed lighting. Unlike other outdoor upgrade projects, lighting can be enjoyed as soon as installation is completed. All you have to do is download your lighting app and let the custom-color changing fun begin! ### Perennial Plantings *Pack a* *Punch* ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Perennial-plantings-in-St_-Louis-Landscaping-by-Quiet-Village-design-1024x682.jpeg) Natural stone landscaping in home garden with steps and flowerbeds Everyone loves a colorful garden, yet most yards are lacking blooming plants that provide enough eye-candy to be interesting for more weeks out of the year. The fix is easy if you pick top performing perennials featuring vivid blooms or unique features. Popular choices are Garden or Creeping phlox for early spring color (excellent groundcover), Bee balm for almost-tropical summer blossoms, Rose verbena with long-lasting flowers, or Rattlesnake master for a truly unique garden display. Perennials are perfect for most properties because they grow back more established each year, and natives require even less maintenance, when planted properly. Perennials are an excellent choice for investment properties, Airbnb’s, or rental properties. A perennial garden bed [design requires much less upkeep](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/backyard-design-improve-yard/) and mowing expenses than traditional lawn. Overly expansive lawns are out; ***biodiversity is in.*** No need to mow the lawn every week when it’s covered with beautiful plants! Perfect for smaller, court-yard style yards common in neighborhoods like the Central West End, Shaw, Skinker/DeBaliviere, Clayton, or Lafayette Square. [**Discover even more of our favorite perennial plants & tree recommendations here.**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-plants-trees-st-louis/) ### Shaded Patio Space – Pergolas are *Goals* ![Pergola Outside with Plantings](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Paver-Patio-Design-Install-St_-Louis-Quiet-Village-resized-1024x734.jpeg) Where do you currently hang out when you’re outside, in your yard? Do you have places to sit, relax, walk around, and play? If a space doesn’t come to mind, you’re not alone. Lots of homes lack an exterior layout that’s well suited to actually enjoy. Uneven lawns, overgrown plantings, harsh sunlight, and muddy areas are common problems that many homeowners face. That’s why a shaded patio space is one of the most requested landscape design requests we get. Everyone wants a protected place with seating that can be enjoyed year-round. Yards are usually graded to be even or tiered to install a paver patio and pergola overhead. A patio provides a sturdy, even surface that’s easy to clean and arrange furniture and seating around. Pergolas are a simple way to add dappled or full overhead shade to outdoor areas. Add a fan for hot summer nights, and lighting to keep the party going after dark. ***When you add an additional “living room” to your home, you increase home value, at a fraction of the price of an interior home remodel.*** ### Cool Boulders for Unique, Natural Interest ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/3-outdoor-stairs-upgrade-in-Clayton-MO-1024x768.jpg) When we talk about landscaping, we aren’t just talking about living plants. We’re also talking about other materials and elements like boulders, bird baths, wildlife habitat and irrigation systems. Boulders can be a great addition to most landscapes because they provide year-round interest in outdoor spaces. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors to match any exterior design style. Boulders can be arranged and rearranged for a fresh look. They also provide visual interest and help to break up plant-heavy areas, large swaths of grass, or boring spaces around fencing. Boulders are especially interesting in winter, when most flowers and leaves have died back. Evergreens and boulders take the main stage when it gets cold outside in St. Louis! The above photo is a front entrance staircase surrounded by boulders and rocks that we designed for a homeowner in Clayton, MO. [See more of our recent landscaping projects here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery). Other popular outdoor upgrade requests are for things like privacy plantings, brush or honeysuckle removal to create more space, or total hardscaping makeovers with [beautiful pavers, like Techo-Bloc](https://locator.techo-bloc.com/en/directory/us-mo-st-louis-63132-quiet-village-landscaping). Whatever your dream is, you can make it happen with a little planning! [See what we’ve been working on lately](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/). 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What did you love about it last year? What did you hate about it? Let your creativity blossom. Grab a pencil and paper and jot down some ideas. Feeling artistic? Sketch them out! Our team of innovative, professional landscape experts will help you translate your dream into a reality. [![]()Whether you’re imagining a relaxing water feature, a lush garden refuge, or the perfect patio for a barbecue with friends, we’ll create a custom design that captures your personal taste and lifestyle without sacrificing functionality. Do you have big dreams for a small yard? Are you looking to beautify some awkward space or fix a problem area? We do it all.](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/29763130_m.jpg) ![]()Give yourself the outdoor living space you’ll be thrilled to come home to. **Call us at 314-657-7050 today to set up a free initial design consultation.** At Quiet Village Landscaping, we’re here for you. 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What isn’t so easy to discover are *real solutions* to solving the problem of a boring, uninspired backyard. The best backyard makeovers clear out overgrown areas, make room for more usable space and are designed to require less maintenance while boosting visual aesthetic. Bring the Missouri Botanical Garden feels to your own backyard with these ideas that can be used to liven up any outdoor space, big or small. Keep it simple by focusing on 1 or 2 small areas of your yard or go all-in with a complete transformation of your entire estate. Even if your yard isn’t a total disaster, you can use these ideas to bring more beauty to your entire yard – front, back, and side-to-side! As landscapers we know that interesting plants bring the most natural beauty, so we’ll start there! ## **Easy-Care Beauties (*Plant Perennials First!*)** We see it every year; people go wild buying an overload of sun-loving tropical and annual plants, neglecting to invest in larger statement-making perennial plants or trees first. Your garden will lack height & depth if you don’t allow for perennials to mature and become a focal point of your yard. Choose native plants or cultivars to add low-maintenance beauty to your garden. Flowering quince, American beautyberry, Spicebush, Spirea, Bottlebrush buckeye, Azalea, Hydrangeas and a variety of evergreens make excellent choices to transform bare yard spaces. See more [plant recommendations](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-plants-trees-st-louis/) here. If you are selecting plants on your own, start by assessing conditions. Plants aren’t going to thrive if they aren’t placed in ideal conditions, and a struggling plant will never look good, no matter how pretty they look in pictures. Give sun-loving plants the bright, light-filled spaces they love and do the same for shade plants. Perennials can take several years to fill in and look full, like the native-forward garden design below. Familiarize yourself with the “[sleep, leap, creep](https://www.provenwinners.com/learn/planting/sleep-creep-then-leap-insights-how-perennials-grow)” general rule of thumb for newly planted native & perennial plants. It can take up to 3 years for plants to really have that WOW factor, so patience essential. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Aster-featured-with-a-mixed-perennial-border-St_-Louis-plants-1024x768-1.jpeg) ## **Plan for Pathways** The best backyards have different sections, or “outdoor rooms” that create a clear, inviting path from your home to the pool, patio, or side yard. Pavers, stones, gravel, mulch or bricks can be used to connect your backyard spaces. Larger format pavers designed with permeable features are popular for new pathway design projects. Your new outdoor walkway can then be surrounded by border garden beds or other visual elements like outdoor art that can provide privacy or pops of color. Sometimes the direction and flow for the new path is a no-brainer when you follow dusty trailways already created by foot-traffic, like the before & after sideyard makeover below. Outdated or crumbling paths can be redefined or spruced up to add an instant boost of curb appeal and aesthetic. ![backyard makeover with stepping stones ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscaping-Before_After-1024x1024-2.png) ## **Creature Comforts** Make spending more time outside irresistible by adding special features that invite you outdoors. For your yard that might mean creating a shady spot to relax in. Or, that might mean building privacy between a neighbor’s home or shared backyard spaces which is super popular for properties with a shared common space. A [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) can also create more interior privacy by creating a natural screening outside of windows or sliding glass doors and entryways. Use outdoor furniture & visual pieces to make your backyard feel more comfortable. A short retaining wall can double as an outdoor bench. A set of bistro lights always adds instantly to ambiance. Pillows, cushions, birdfeeders, umbrellas, festive glassware & colorful throws or towels all make an outdoor entertaining area feel more special. Big outdoor containers filled with plants can be strategically placed to hide utilities or bare spots. Outdoor sculptures or statement pieces like windchimes bring charm to any patio or garden. ## **Cutting Garden Classics** Smart planting can yield you a garden of endless vases filled with beautiful blooms to bring inside of gift to others. Plant Black-eyed Susans, Coneflowers, Salvia, Gladioli. Plant zinnias as an annual for huge, vivid blooms that are easy to grow and make extraordinary flowers to use in floral arrangements. Cut blooms to bring inside or enjoy them outside – the choice is yours. A few perennial favorites for a cut flower garden include: - Peony - Yarrow - Asiatic Lily - Sea Holly - Balloon Flower - Oriental Poppy - Liatris Mix plants into your existing garden beds or plan for a whole new space for a cutting garden. Unused raised vegetable garden beds can also be repurposed to plant a gorgeous new cutting garden space if you aren’t growing your own produce any longer. ## **Smart Planning** For updates beyond a few outdoor throw pillows & a hanging basket, you’ll need a plan. High-impact backyard makeover projects include outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, new patios, or a total demolition of a space that is beyond repair. A simple sketch and list of materials can work wonders for a small, DIY garden makeover. For bigger renovations, a professional landscape design will include all aspects that need to be taken into consideration. A [backyard design can be created on your own](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/backyard-design-improve-yard/), or with help from a pro. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Backyard-Makeover-Ideas-Landscaping-in-St_-Louis-1024x680.jpeg) Find more [inspiration for your backyard makeover on social media](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/). We share before and after pictures, yard renovation inspiration and information about plants. We happily answer questions, so feel free to shoot us a photo of your backyard space as-is, to get an expert opinion before you get to work. We also provide free on-site landscape design consultations anywhere in the St. Louis area – including Chesterfield. All you have to do is [send us a message](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us) to get started! 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Don't worry, we still have time to design and install affordable solutions to beautify your property - upgrades you'll enjoy for the rest of the summer and fall season! **Content:** # Summer’s Hottest Outdoor Upgrades June 26, 2017 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/summers-hottest-outdoor-upgrades/#respond) 4th of July BBQ’s and backyard parties are just around the corner in St. Louis and so far this year, we’ve been busy creating the **outdoor paradise** that our clients have been dreaming of. Does your yard still [need a little TLC](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) this summer before Independence Day parties? Don’t worry, we still have time to [design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) and install **affordable** **solutions** to beautify your property – upgrades you’ll enjoy for the rest of the summer and fall season! **Check out some of the hottest summer outdoor upgrades we can add to beautify your outdoor spaces:** **LANDSCAPE EDGING** Keep your flower beds well maintained – and your fresh new mulch in place – with landscape edging. We’ll meet with you to select the best option for your yard, with options of materials like brick, stone, or aluminum. **Prices start at $5 per Ln. Ft., installed** **SERENITY NOW** The soft splash of a fountain brings life and motion to your backyard. It attracts more birds than still water alone, and its soothing sound track transforms your space into a peaceful retreat. Get your own backyard fountain installed this season. **Prices start at $1,850!** **LIGHT UP THE NIGHT** Enjoy your home and landscape long after the sun goes down. Outdoor lighting brings out the evening appeal of any patio, pool, or garden with the perfect amount of illumination. **Lighting Kits start at $1,500.** **Also, now is the time for Summer HARDSCAPING!** [![st louis hardscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5155-300x200-1.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5155-1.jpg) Whether you’re looking to add an outdoor fire pit or an eye-catching retaining wall, we have what you need to get the job done. **Enjoy your summer, and please contact us for your outdoor oasis needs!** [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/summers-hottest-outdoor-upgrades/&t=Summer%26%238217%3Bs+Hottest+Outdoor+Upgrades&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/summers-hottest-outdoor-upgrades/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/summers-hottest-outdoor-upgrades/&title=Summer%26%238217%3Bs+Hottest+Outdoor+Upgrades "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/summers-hottest-outdoor-upgrades/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/summers-hottest-outdoor-upgrades/&text=Summer%26%238217%3Bs+Hottest+Outdoor+Upgrades "Share in Twitter") Tags: [affordable landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/affordable-landscaping/), [best landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaping/), [outdoor upgrades](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-upgrades/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living **Tags:** affordable landscaping,best landscaping,outdoor upgrades,st louis landscaping --- ### [holiday-tree-wraps-web | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/holiday-tree-wraps-web-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** holiday-tree-wraps-web December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Holiday tree wraps **Content:** # holiday-tree-wraps-web December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/holiday-decorating-and-landscaping/holiday-tree-wraps-web/#respond)[![Holiday tree wraps](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holiday-tree-wraps-web-300x195.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holiday-tree-wraps-web.jpg) Holiday tree wraps **Categories:** General --- ### [JP Horizons Face 2 Face Key Landscaping Takeaways](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/jp-horizons-face-2-face-key-landscaping-takeaways/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Everything our landscaping team learned from attending JP Horizons Face 2 Face Events for landscape professionals. **Content:** # JP Horizons Face 2 Face Key Landscaping Takeaways October 24, 2019 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/jp-horizons-face-2-face-key-landscaping-takeaways/#respond) As part of ongoing landscape management training, Quiet Village regularly sends team members to unique educational events. This year, we sent two groups to attend [JP Horizons](https://www.jphorizons.com/) Face 2 Face events. These unique events allow landscape professionals to take an in-depth look at their company culture, business goals, training, and overall health of our businesses. Not only is it a great chance to connect with like minded businesses across the country, each company gains valuable insights into what they are doing well, and what could use some improvement. We wanted to share our own experience from attending a Face 2 Face, by focusing on our key takeaways. These become goals for us to strive toward, to become truly better ‘Oasis All-Stars’. ![]()Aspire. **English is a second language to some of our team members.** We picked up a great idea: To provide business cards for team members to use, directing detailed questions or comments to our office staff, for optimal communication. **Pay based on training.** Bonuses and pay raises for landscaping crew members would be linked to completing of training programs or “levels” of mastering key landscaping tasks. **Recruiting cards.** Another great idea: recruiting cards for our team members to hand our to friends, family, or other professionals interested in [joining our team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/join-our-team)! **Information + Understanding = Action.** Without detailed information and throughout understanding, it’s impossible to expect proper action. Training should encompass proper information and assistance with full grasp of understanding. **Education & Training Tracking.** Establish a method of tracking the education and training team members have completed. **30/60/90 day employee reviews.** All new employees should be given guidance and feedback within the first 3 months of hiring. **1 on 1 employee reviews.** Every single team member is reviewed individually (not as a crew or team). Quiet Village Landscaping is excited to incorporate these key takeaways into our business practices, to enhance our landscaping services we provide. Our team will be stronger, and so will our commitment to our core values. Our entire team benefits from the training we take part in! ![best landscaping company st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Entire-Team-1024x459.jpg) To learn more about working with Quiet Village or for business collaborations, please reach out to us! We partner with St. Louis-area plant nurseries, material suppliers, [digital marketers like Sally Evans at Hot House Digital](https://www.hothousedigitalstl.com/), consultants and outdoor living pros to get projects completed. Quiet Village is a small locally owned business, and that’s who we prefer to partner with and hire! 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A checklist to use as a guide for a successful sale. March 1, 2022 [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/sell-lawn-care-irrigation-landscaping-business-checklist-owners-guide-successful-sale/#respond) Even the thought of selling your landscaping business may feel overwhelming, on top of the daily pressure to keep the company running, employees paid, and clients happy. If you want to sell your business – or want to know the value of the company you’ve created – you can start by focusing on these seven key steps to a successful sale or valuation. ## **Clarify your reasons for selling your landscaping company** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/tips-to-sell-your-landscaping-business-150x150.jpeg)Start by developing a written statement about the reasons behind the potential business sale, and what is motivating you with your company. Think about the short-term and long-term with your retirement plans, professional goals, and what you want to achieve, and how your company plays a part in those aspects of your life. ## Build a strong team with the right skills** Creating a strong “core team” is crucial to the long-term success of your business. If you can take a week long vacation without the wheels falling off your business is worth more. Ask yourself what would happen if you walked away from your business today? If your business would run without problems, then your business will be much easier to sell. *Have top employees, landscape designers, and sales people sign non-compete and non-solicitation agreements.* ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Sales-and-management-team-of-Quiet-Village-1024x768.jpg) ## **Create culture-building core values** If you don’t have company core values already established, then you should start there. Core values can change over time, but it’s important to set the foundation for how your business will operate and what is valued at the core of operations. This also helps to solidify your brand and messaging to potential buyers. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Company-Core-Values.jpg) ## Polish up your finances and bookkeeping** To even consider selling your business to someone else, the company needs to be in good financial shape. Clean up your account receivables, and polish up your billing arrangements with clients. Pre-billing is ideal to increase the valuation of your company. Hire an accountant to become involved with your bookkeeping and to file taxes appropriately and your business grows or changes over time. Any potential buyer will want 3 years of clean books. This involves separating owners benefits out in a separate line item AKA fishing boat, lake house, and travel expenses. ## **Be Open to Advice** Being open to feedback and advice from trusted advisors can be a valuable asset throughout the business owner journey, as they can offer guidance and support when needed. Connect with other landscaping business owners in your area, or become a member of local organizations. St. Louis is rich in resources for the lawn care, irrigation, or landscaping business owner to find resources to sell their business. ***A few in the Midwest:*** **Entrepreneurs Association:** EO is a large group of over 100+ business owners who help each other succeed. No matter what stage or path you are on, this group will help you grow and learn from other entrepreneurs in your area. https://www.landscapeprofessionals.org/ **National Association of Landscape Professionals:** NALP is a national organization which focuses on the lawn care, irrigation, and landscaping professionals. If you are a member there are countless resources online along with many events in the Midwest to attend. The beauty of a national organization is that owners from other cities have not problem sharing their trade secrets. It has a mentor program as well “Trail Blazers” which will match you up with someone to learn from. https://www.landscapeprofessionals.org/ **Landscape & Nursery Association of St. Louis:** This Saint Louis based lawn care, irrigation, and landscaping association focuses on local education, field days, and conferences. Quiet Village has enjoyed being a member for many years, and has made lots of valuable connections. https://www.stlouislandscape.org/ **Join a peer group.** There are many so find the group that fits the size you are at, and your personality. Search online, in Facebook community groups, on LinkedIn or other sources to find a great place for you to connect with others. ## Find the right buyer *(and explore other options)*** The key to a successful exit is finding the right buyer, someone who shares your values and vision for the company. Selling the company is not the only option for a successful exit, and business owners should explore alternatives. Ultimately, a successful exit is one that leaves the founder feeling satisfied and fulfilled, knowing that the company they built will continue to thrive and make a positive impact in the world. Prepare for the emotional aspects of exiting the company, including the loss of identity and purpose that may come with it. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Dennis-Evans-purchasing-Clayton-Lawn-Care-in-St_-Louis-1024x1021.jpg) ## **Research, read, and reflect** If you want to sell your landscaping company, there are a lot of excellent resources out there that can serve as tools to make the best decisions as a business owner. A few favorites: ***The E-Myth Landscape Contractor: Why Most Landscape Companies Don’t Work and What to do about it*** I consider this book an absolute essential for any landscaping company owner, because it changed not only the way I do business, but also how I view my business. Start here to learn the basics of how to go from a technician to a manager and owner. Not into reading? Listen to the audiobook on your next road trip or in between site visits. ***Built to Sell: Creating a business that can thrive without you*** The second book I recommend to any business owner is Built to Sell by John Warrillow. If you put the words into action, you’ll learn how to go from a manager/owner mindset to an owner/investor mindset. Learn how to take actionable steps to create a more valuable (and sellable!) company. ***Finish Big: How Great Entrepreneurs Exit Their Companies on Top*** Finish Big by Bo Burlingham explains what to do throughout every phase of selling your business – before, during and after. The book gives great real-life stories of both successful and disastrous situations that have occurred when a business owner steps into the journey of exiting their business. Learn how you can start that process earlier, to build a stronger foundation for your company, that will ultimately lead to a stronger market value. ***Halftime: Moving from Success to Significance*** Halftime is an inspirational guide to figure out what is next in your life. Many entrepreneurs hit a period of burn out. This book will help you find that next passion in life to reenergize the soul. Bob Buford’s book does have a religious undertone, but I found the lessons to be very valuable. It is never too early to start preparing and getting your business in order. If you are interested in selling your business, you can contact us to see if it might be a great fit for Quiet Village. *Article by Dennis Evans, Owner of Quiet Village Landscaping in St. Louis, MO.* [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/sell-lawn-care-irrigation-landscaping-business-checklist-owners-guide-successful-sale/&t=How+to+sell+your+lawn+care%2C+irrigation%2C+and+landscaping+business.+A+checklist+to+use+as+a+guide+for+a+successful+sale.&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/sell-lawn-care-irrigation-landscaping-business-checklist-owners-guide-successful-sale/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/sell-lawn-care-irrigation-landscaping-business-checklist-owners-guide-successful-sale/&title=How+to+sell+your+lawn+care%2C+irrigation%2C+and+landscaping+business.+A+checklist+to+use+as+a+guide+for+a+successful+sale. 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April 30, 2015 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/honk-if-you-love-landscaping-stl/#respond) Honk if you see QVL’s sweet little 2015 Chevy Sonic! Check it out, St. Louis–Rebecca, our landscape designer, has some brand new wheels. ![front view of Quiet Village Landscaping's new ride](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/carwrap0415-front-b-e1575493845557.jpg)Sittin’ pretty![rear view of Quiet Village Landscaping's new ride](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/carwrap0415-back-b-e1575493909714.jpg)Ready to ride Tags: [creve coeur](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/creve-coeur/), [landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [landscape-mobile](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-mobile/), [new car](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/new-car/), [st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis/) **Categories:** General **Tags:** creve coeur,landscape,landscape design,landscape-mobile,new car,st louis --- ### [Green Inside and Out](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/green-inside-and-out/) **Published:** May 1, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Green Inside and Out - This article was printed as a special "Green Scene" section in the Ladue News on March 28, 2014.   **Content:** # Green Inside and Out May 1, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-inside-and-out/#respond) *This article was printed as a special “Green Scene” section in the Ladue News on March 28, 2014. Reproduced with permission. Written by Julia Christensen.* Thumbs aren’t the only green things you’ll find at Quiet Village Landscaping. From reusing office supplies to recycling plant debris, the company is focused on eco-friendly practices both inside its office and out on the field. “The primary thing we’re trying to go after is sustainable landscape designs for homeowners,” says Quiet Village owner Dennis Evans, who says that from rain gardens to hardscaping, there are a multitude of ways to take an area that may be physically green and make it metaphorically ‘green.’ “Traditionally, standard landscaping used a lot of non-native plants, and they are plants that required heavy irrigation and chemical applications–they just don’t succeed and thrive in our environment. Eco-friendly landscaping incorporates the native and lower-maintenance plants.” ![]() Work with us to bring to life the landscape of your dreams. Not only can native plants help to cut back on chemical applications, but often they can withstand extreme conditions that may wither other plants. Through a practice called xeriscaping, Quiet Village can create drought-resistant landscaping, which often uses native plants that are accustomed to the weather. For homeowners hoping to maintain eco-friendliness in their landscaping, Evans recommends incorporating as many native plants as possible. “They’ll require no irrigation after established, and they’ll be resistant to disease and insects in this area.” Quiet Village’s ‘green’ responsibility doesn’t end there. As Evans says, the business is committed to recycling materials whenever possible. Lawn debris from clients’ homes is brought to a facility to be turned into mulch, for example, and plastic pots are melted through Pots to Planks program to create plastic landscape timber. Currently, Quiet Village is working with the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance as a preferred contractor to perform the rebate-supported landscaping work. “In certain municipalities, they’re trying to reduce the amount of water run-off that goes into the Deer Creek Watershed, so we’re creating rain gardens and installing permeable pavers to allow the water to slow down and go back into the ground,” Evans explains. “It’s a cleaner, better way to do it.” Quiet Village is involved in a multitude of other eco-friendly organizations, including St. Louis Green, the U.S. Green Building Council, the Horticulture Co-op of Metro St. Louis and the National Wildlife Federation. “One of the big things for us is to give back to the community and share the success that we have,” Evans says. “We encourage our employees to give back and, organizationally, we like to lead by example.” **Follow these links for more information on [organizations we support](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/organizations-supported/ "Organizations We Support") and [how we “go green”](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/go-green/ "Go Green") at Quiet Village Landscaping.** [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-inside-and-out/&t=Green+Inside+and+Out&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-inside-and-out/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-inside-and-out/&title=Green+Inside+and+Out "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-inside-and-out/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-inside-and-out/&text=Green+Inside+and+Out "Share in Twitter") Tags: [eco-friendly gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-gardening/), [eco-friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscaping/), [environmentally friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly/), [environmentally friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly-landscaping/), [go green](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/go-green/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [green lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-lawn-care/) **Categories:** General **Tags:** eco-friendly gardening,eco-friendly landscaping,environmentally friendly,environmentally friendly landscaping,go green,green landscaping,green lawn care --- ### [Green Homes Festival 2014](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/green-homes-festival-2014/) **Published:** June 18, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** The 2014 Green Homes Festival at the Botanical Gardens on June 7th was a great success! Yes, stormy showers eventually chased us inside, but the event was fabulous nonetheless. **Content:** # Green Homes Festival 2014 June 18, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-homes-festival-2014/#respond) ![Green Homes Festival](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/GH-Logo_2014_3color-300x231.jpg)Green Homes FestivalThe 2014 Green Homes Festival at the Botanical Gardens on June 7th was a great success! Yes, stormy showers eventually chased us inside, but the event was fabulous nonetheless. Despite the rain, a grand total of 3,781 people attended the show, which included over 70 exhibitors and vendors all focused on some aspect of green living. Some of the highlights included local food, live music from Eco-Elvis and Wack-A-Doo, the Green Marketplace, activities for kids, and the great variety of educational opportunities for sustainable living. ![Quiet Village Landscaping table at Green Homes Festival](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMGP1960v2-web-300x291.jpg) Our booth got a lot of attention because we were one of only two landscaping companies participating in the event. It was a great opportunity for us to educate others about the [environmental benefits of permeable paver patios, walkways, and driveways](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/ "What are the Benefits of Permeable Pavers?"). If you would like more information about installing a permeable paver patio, walkway or driveway in your landscape, give us a call to set up a **free initial consultation**. And, if you didn’t make it to the Green Homes Festival this year, put it on the calendar for next year! We’d love to see you there. Tags: [eco-friendly patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-patio/), [eco-friendly patio design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-patio-design/), [environmentally friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly-landscaping/), [environmentally friendly patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly-patio/), [green landscape company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscape-company/), [green landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscape-design/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [patio design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/patio-design/), [paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/paver-patio/), [permeable driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-driveway/), [permeable paver](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver/), [permeable paver driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-driveway/), [permeable paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-patio/), [permeable paver sidewalk](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-sidewalk/), [permeable paver walkway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-walkway/), [permeable pavers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-pavers/), [permeable sidewalk](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-sidewalk/), [permeable walkway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-walkway/), [st. louis green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-green-landscaping/), [st. louis landscape company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscape-company/) **Categories:** General --- ### [It's Late Summer... Time to Renovate](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/its-late-summer-time-to-renovate/) **Published:** July 31, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** If your lawn looks like a dejected patchwork quilt made of burlap and turf…it’s time to renovate. **Content:** # It’s Late Summer… Time to Renovate July 31, 2013 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-to-renovate/#respond) ![time to renovate](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/yard-sos-web-e1575571157673.jpg "lawn-renovation")It’s Late Summer… Time to Renovate**“Beep-beep-beep, *beeeep-beeeep-beeeep,* beep-beep-beep.”** You might recognize Morse Code for SOS, but do you recognize your yard’s cry for help? Perhaps you have noticed large areas of dying grass, or encroaching weeds and unwelcome varieties of grasses attempting to take your lawn by storm. **If your lawn looks like a dejected patchwork quilt made of burlap and turf…it’s time to renovate.** Now, let’s be practical. Having the nicest lawn on the block is only ***most*** of the reason for renovating. By springtime, your yard will be covered in a dense, green, healthy growth that resists diseases and chokes out unwanted vegetation. In our St. Louis climate, August is the optimal time to initiate this four-step process. First, we test your soil to determine if there are any problems that need special attention. Next, we eradicate weeds and unwanted vegetation. The third step includes aeration, overseeding, and fertilizing. Finally, we top-dress the soil with compost. **Make the grass greener on *your* side of the fence. Call us today to schedule your lawn renovation.** Tags: [grass patches](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/grass-patches/), [greener grass](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/greener-grass/), [lawn renovation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-renovation/), [renovate](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/renovate/), [weed problem](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/weed-problem/), [weeds](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/weeds/), [yard](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/yard/) **Categories:** General **Tags:** grass patches, greener grass, lawn renovation, renovate, weed problem, weeds, yard --- ### [Festive Outdoor Holiday Decor Ideas You Can DIY](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/festive-outdoor-holiday-decor-ideas-you-can-diy/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Here are our go-to tricks that anyone can use to add festive finishes to their own porch for the winter holidays. **Content:** # Festive Outdoor Holiday Decor Ideas You Can Easily DIY December 1, 2016 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/festive-outdoor-holiday-decor-ideas-diy/#respond) Now that we’ve celebrated Thanksgiving, Cyber Monday, and #GivingTuesday, it’s time to wrap up 2016 with festive outdoor holiday decor! Your front entrance and porch should be welcoming and is a great place to showcase your family’s unique personality. Our outdoor experts design custom-created outdoor holiday displays, and have put together some festive porch decoration ideas that you can easily do yourself. Here are our go-to tricks that anyone can use to add festive finishes to their own porch for the winter holidays. [![holiday-lights](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holiday-lights-300x225.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holiday-lights.jpg) **Choose a Theme** Select a decorating theme first, before buying anything. Do you like classic holiday color combinations like green/red and blue/white? Or, try choosing one bold color for all of your holiday lights! Even if you can’t decide on a favorite color, you can use all multi-colored lights for a gingerbread house-inspired look. **Use Found Items** Some of our favorite design tools for winter are totally free. Use tree branches or twigs found in your own yard! Dress them up for the holidays by tying ribbons or spray painting them with bright gold or silver paint. Classing evergreen cuttings and branches help to fill out the containers space. Red dogwoods add color naturally, and look really striking when it snows. **[![holiday decor outdoor](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-Christmas-Decorating-Ideas2-600x450-300x225.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-Christmas-Decorating-Ideas2-600x450.jpg)Get Creative** As you pull out holiday decor you already have, think about how to repurpose some items into new decorations for your home. Add large ornaments to outdoor containers to add a pop of color. Also try hanging wreaths from unexpected places like windows or even a back entrance (especially if it’s the most used entrance). **Decorate – but be safe!** Quiet Village Landscaping would be happy to help you decorate hard-to-reach areas of your home such as steep roof lines, tall trees, large columns and other difficult areas to reach safely. Our outdoor experts specialize in technical decoration ideas of both residential and commercial-sized buildings in the St. Louis-area. Our team would be thrilled to deck your halls this holiday season. We specialize in winter services like [festive holiday lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/holiday-light-displays-residential-commercial/), [snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/snow-plowing-and-removal/), shoveling, [ice-control and salting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/ice-control-and-salting/) and more! 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Before your lawn “goes to sleep” for the season, we have some useful lawn care tasks to help your lawn come back full and green next spring. Here are a few critical (and organic!) lawn care. [![fall time yard st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/fall-time-yard-st-louis-300x150.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/fall-time-yard-st-louis.jpg) **Fill in Bare Spots** Start by planting new grass seed in sparse lawn areas, to help thicken future grass in those areas. Planting will be most effective by first scratching the soil’s surface before you scatter seeds. Then, cover the area with a light layer of healthy soil or compost to improve germination rates. Finally, be sure to water the area frequently, keeping the new grass seed damp while it germinates. **Fertilize for Winter** As your lawn’s growth starts to slow down, it doesn’t mean you should stop feeding it. You’ll want to establish healthy grass roots that can make it through winter, so it will become greener faster the following spring. Quiet Village Landscaping uses a great [early-autumn fertilizer mix](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/fertilization/) that helps grass grow better and healthier year after year. **Eliminate Weeds** Many common weeds such as chickweed and crabgrass go to seed during fall-time, which means that lawn care should include [some weed removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/weed-and-pest-control/). We like to give landscapes one final weeding service in autumn to make sure by spring-time, we see less weeds pop up. **Rake on the Regular** An important part of fall lawn care is leaf raking. Not only will your lawn look nicer, you’ll be keeping excess leaves off of your lawn space, eliminating dead patches from appearing next spring. Especially in lawns with lots of tree coverage, a thick layer of autumn leaves can mat down your lawn and smother it. Quiet Village Landscaping is now performing our seasonal services that include [autumn decorations](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/autumn-decorations/), [leaf raking and removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/leaf-cleanup-and-removal/), and [complete fall clean-ups](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/spring-and-fall-clean-ups/). 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He had some trees cut down on his property, so she and her team used them to build a structure that can house organic debris that will break down over time into rich soil nutrients. This clever repurposing of the cut-down trees provides a natural, environmentally friendly, aesthetically pleasing and money-saving solution for our customer. Let us find creative solutions for your yard! Give us a call at 314-657-7050 or fill out our [online design questionnaire](https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/QYW6S7J "Design Questionnaire") to get started today! Tags: [compost bin](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/compost-bin/), [environmentally friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly/), [green](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green/), [natural compost bin](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/natural-compost-bin/) **Categories:** General **Tags:** compost bin,environmentally friendly,green,natural compost bin --- ### [Get $3,000 towards landscaping with Project Clear Grant!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/get-3000-towards-landscaping-with-project-clear-grant/) **Published:** June 30, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** We can help your landscaping get approved by MSD and the Missouri Botanical Garden, to be awarded $3,000 in free funding. **Content:** # Apply for a Rainscaping Grant, for $3,000 Towards Your Project! June 30, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/apply-rainscaping-msd-project-clear-small-grant/#respond) Quiet Village Landscaping has been involved with [MSD’s Project Clear Rainscaping Small Grants Program](http://www.projectclearstl.org/get-the-rain-out/rainscaping-small-grants-program/) over the past several years, and now we’re helping home and business owners apply for the 2016-17 round of grants available! Current residents and businesses of St. Louis, Missouri in the 63104, 63108, and 63110 zip codes are open to apply, and we can help! [![msd project clear](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/project_clear_logo_1200x630_01-300x158.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/project_clear_logo_1200x630_01.jpg) [Our rainscaping designs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/rain-gardens/) can help to make sure your project – and funding – gets approved by MSD and the Missouri Botanical Garden. It’s important that your design [meets all qualifications](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/sustainability/sustainability/sustainable-living/at-home/rainscaping-guide.aspx) in order to be awarded $3,000 in funding towards your rainscaping. When used effectively, rainscaping can reclaim stormwater naturally to reduce sewer overflows. Project Clear’s purpose is to reduce the volume of stormwater in our sewer system by installing landscaping and helps to capture rain where it falls, instead of allowing water to run off-site. Rainscaping can also be employed to solve drainage problems, increase aesthetic appeal, improve property value, and attract birds and butterflies! View some of our past rainscaping projects below! [![project clear rainscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Rainscaping5-300x220.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Rainscaping5.jpg) [![st louis rainscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/another-rain-garden-300x225.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/another-rain-garden.jpg) [![Rainscaping2](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Rainscaping2-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Rainscaping2.jpg) Our team is experienced in designing to the guidelines of Project Clear, and can help you get $3,000 in funding for your rainscaping project! It’s easy to get started – simply call our office at (314) 657-7050 to set an appointment with our Rainscaping Specialists to review your project. *Act today!* **Applications are due August 12, 2016** and time is needed to make sure your application is approval-ready. 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Tags: [compost](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/compost/), [dethatch](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/dethatch/), [healthy grass](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/healthy-grass/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [lawn](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn/), [lawn maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-maintenance/), [soil test](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/soil-test/), [tutorial](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tutorial/) **Categories:** Lawn Care **Tags:** compost,dethatch,healthy grass,landscaping,lawn,lawn maintenance,soil test,tutorial --- ### [Gorgeous Fall Container Garden Plants (not just Mums & Pumpkins!)](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/gorgeous-fall-container-garden-plants-not-just-mums-pumpkins/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Container gardens and plant beds set the stage for cooler weather plants that instantly add seasonal color and texture. At the end of summer, we give our gardening clients a seasonal update by replacing fading summer annuals with new vibrant fall annuals. **Content:** # Gorgeous Fall Container Garden Plants (not just Mums & Pumpkins!) September 14, 2020 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/gorgeous-fall-container-garden-plants-not-mums-pumpkins/#respond) There’s nothing better than a festive front entrance for fall! Container gardens and plant beds set the stage for cooler weather plants that instantly add seasonal color and texture. At the end of summer, we give our gardening clients a seasonal update by replacing fading summer annuals with new vibrant fall annuals. We also spruce up container gardens for a plant arrangement that will look great as the seasons start to change, September through Thanksgiving. ![container gardens for fall ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2466-200x300.jpg)These autumn-blooming plants can be used with or without ever popular mums, pumpkins, or gourds. **Fall Foliage** can be used for color instead of traditional flowers. Ornamental kale can add deep purple texture and grape holly add unique interest that will last well past the first frost (which in St. Louis can be very unpredictable!). **Ornamental Grasses** can be used to add height to your fall container garden. Grasses can even be used to add vibrant color, like rich gold or purple. **Peppers & Pansies** make a fun autumn arrangement that will last well after Halloween. **Coralbells** are frost-resistant plants that add instant impact to any end of the year container garden arrangement. **Twigs & branches** can be used to add drama that can be carried over to holiday and Christmas-themed container gardens. The redtwig dogwoods and wintergreen are excellent choices that can transition seamlessly into winter. You can also use **dried flowers mixed with live plants** in your container garden. Dried flowers can be used to add interest and fill spaces without buying lots of new plants. And finally, don’t overlook using **perennials in your fall container garden.** These can be treated as annuals at the end of the season, or you can plant them in the ground for them to grow and become established year after year. Just be sure to get them into the ground before it freezes. ![fall container garden design](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/fall-decorating-services.jpg) So, even if you have just a few container gardens, you can keep them looking festive and fun with our [seasonal decor services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/autumn-decorations/). We keep your pots and garden beds updated to look fabulous from early spring through winter. Skip the cheap, plastic decor and instead opt for sustainable decor ideas. Durable pots can be reused year after year, plants can be brought inside or composted after they die back. For full-service gardening and outdoor maintenance, reach out to our team to set-up a first initial site visit and discussion about your needs. We evaluate your property and your needs, to make sure you’ll get the best landscaping service in St. Louis. Our [award-winning landscaping team](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/quiet-village-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~2013699279) prioritizes eco-friendly approaches that brings low maintenance style to every outdoor living space. 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What you can easily find.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/foraging-edibles-in-st-louis-missouri-what-you-can-easily-find/) **Published:** April 12, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Things you can easily find to forage in and around St. Louis, Missouri. Happy Hunting! **Content:** # Foraging Edibles in St. Louis. What you can easily find and simple recipes. April 12, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/foraging-edibles-st-louis-easily-find/#respond) You usually don’t have to look very hard to find edible plants in and around St. Louis. Why? Because most yards, parks and generally grassy areas are full of them. You can pluck flowers or harvest whole plants or branches to make a variety of dishes. Go foraging right in your own backyard and beyond for edible plants you can bring home to use in simple and impressive creations. It’s the perfect stay-at-home activity for nicer-weather Quarantine days. Start by exploring your immediate outdoor area to see what types of plants and flowers you can forage easily. Or, just add foraging to your next dog walk (just bring along a small baggie or plastic container for collecting). You’d be surprised at how many of these edible ingredients can be found in a simple visual search. These edibles go from easier to harder to find, down the list from Spring to Fall-available. **What you can forage in St. Louis** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/dandellions-and-violets-st-louis.jpg)Dandelions & Violets Harvested**Dandelions** – They aren’t hard to find, with their bright yellow blossoms. Yet most people don’t think about eating them, ever. Liven up your next green salad by picking a few flowers, rinsing them, then tossing them straight in top! Or, sauté with simple herbs or a spice mix. Try drizzling with infused Olive Oil, then crisping in an air crisper or oven roasting with root vegetables. **Violets** – A Missouri native plant, you can find violets growing in lots of lawn spaces, along hiking trails and in parks. The beautiful purple flowers are easy to spot. Violets can be collected, cleaned and mixed with boiling water to create a “Violet Tea”. The tea is a cool blue color that you can use to make a delicious [Violet Lemonade](http://www.bakersbrigade.com/recipe/violet-lemonade/). **Redbud Tree Blossoms** – Redbud trees are common in St. Louis, and have beautiful flower blossoms in early Spring. Look for them in late-March / early-May. These vibrant flowers have a delicate mouth-feel. Sprinkle onto a healthy yogurt parfait or fresh garden salad. Be fancy and use to dress up frosting on a cake, cupcakes, or sugar cookies. Toss onto ice cream or sorbet! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Redbud-Salad-867x1024.jpg) **Morel Mushrooms** – These can be tricky to find, which is why they are so fun to hunt for! Morels appear in and around St. Louis every Spring. The Missouri Department of Conversation recommends hunting for morels near river bottoms in moist wooded areas along a south-facing slope. Or search near dead elm trees, in burned area, or in old orchards. April is peak season for morel hunting in Missouri. They can be prepared in a variety of ways, and you can usually find them on seasonal menus at some of the best restaurants in town. Stone Soup Cottage in Cottleville is an locavores dream that loves using foraged ingredients. Bulrush in St. Louis features foraged ingredients prominently on their menu, too. If you’re lucky enough to find wild morels, we recommend eating them simply if you just have a few; pan-seared with a little olive oil. For a bigger bounty, the options are endless just like other varieties of mushrooms. You can add morels to most dishes; pizza, pasta, gravy, sauce, tapenade, relish… Or, you can try one of these [creative recipes shared by Midwest Living](https://www.midwestliving.com/food/fruits-veggies/morel-mushroom-recipes/?)! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/morels-and-foraging-in-st-louis-1024x989.jpg) **Pawpaw** – Pawpaw trees can actually be found in Forest Park, and produce a fruit every autumn that has an exotic taste, and unique custardy texture. Pick the fruit in late-September or early-October. There is an [abundance of things that can be foraged for in St. Louis](https://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/cattails-purslane-here-are-some-local-missouri-foods-worth-foraging#stream/0). With a little research, you can find edible plants right in your own backyard, neighborhood park, or even do a little exploring at your next family gathering, to see what’s on your grandparent’s or parent’s property. For more information on foraging and edibles, you can check out the Edible Foraging Group on Facebook, or attend an in-depth class at Missouri Botanical Garden. It’s like grocery shopping in your own backyard! **Happy Hunting!** Tags: [edibles st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/edibles-st-louis/), [foraging missouri](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/foraging-missouri/), [foraging st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/foraging-st-louis/), [what to forage in st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/what-to-forage-in-st-louis/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** edibles st louis,foraging missouri,foraging st louis,what to forage in st louis --- ### [Help Bring Back Pollinator Populations in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/help-bring-back-pollinator-populations-in-st-louis/) **Published:** April 21, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Pollinators are in peril, and many people have been asking what they can do to help support local St. Louis bee, butterfly, and moth populations. **Content:** # Help Bring Back Pollinator Populations April 21, 2017 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/bring-pollinator-populations/#respond) Recently, we’ve seen an increase in attention focused on the plight of pollinators, in particular the honeybee. Honeybees are extremely important agricultural pollinators, while other native bees are also seeing population declines. The Rusty Patched Bumblebee is native to the Upper Midwest and was just added to the [U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services endangered list](https://www.fws.gov/endangered/). Many people have been asking us what they can do to help support local St. Louis-area bee, [butterfly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/bird-and-butterfly-gardens/), and other pollinator populations. Our short answer? Start by incorporating plant species that are both native to our region, and our perennial plants. Below we’re sharing a few more pollinator-friendly steps anyone can take to help bring back important pollinator populations to St. Louis. - **Attract pollinators with resources.** To attract pollinators, you’ll need to provide flowering plants with pollen or nectar. Diversity is important, because flowers with different colors and shapes will attract different pollinator species. Also, be sure to include species that bloom across the entire growing season (spring, summer, and fall). [Native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) are what our local pollinators have evolved with, so they’ll always recognize and use them! - **Plant host plants.** Just like monarch butterflies need milkweed to survive, other butterfly and moth species have particular plants they need to eat in order to develop. Use your own backyard to provide host plans that will ensure future generations of butterflies can mature. [Read more about monarchs in the Midwest here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/spotting-monarch-butterflies-st-louis/). - **Avoid pesticide use.** Outdoor pesticides are designed to kill pesky insects, yet sometimes they also unintentionally kill our pollinator friends. When you add plants to your landscape, make sure they haven’t been treated with systemic pesticides. And, if at all possible, make your entire property pesticide-free. - **Give pollinators a nesting site.** Lots of insects like to nest in bare ground, leaf litter, or even hollow stems. Allowing some space in your yard to be a little less tidy can benefit local insects. You can also build or buy an attractive bee house that will add a fun design feature to your pollinator garden! Helping pollinators starts in each and every St. Louis backyard. Native plants are critical to the survival or pollinator populations, and these [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) below are recommended by our horticulturalists to provide local bee and pollinator populations the resources they need: [![Purple Coneflowers](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/conflowers-edited-300x146.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/conflowers-edited.jpg) Bergamot, New England aster, Stiff goldenrod, Prairie blazing star, American pussy willow, Purple coneflower. The [landscape design team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/meet-our-team) at Quiet Village Landscaping strives to incorporate native plants into each and every outdoor living design, and [we’d love to discuss your ideas](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us) on bringing beautiful pollinators to your own outdoor spaces! 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This summer, you can use some of these easy and natural ways to keep mosquitoes from ruining both your outdoor parties and relaxation. - **Plant a Garden.** There are plants that mosquitoes simply don’t like – lemon balm, basil, mint, rosemary, catnip, lavender, and of course citronella are some of them. Try planting these in [your garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/gardening/), especially surrounding your outdoor entertaining areas. Hosting a party tonight? Give the leaves a quick brush or rub to release their natural oils into the air, and onto your skin! - **Ditch the Water.** Standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Evaluate your yard by looking around for standing water such as small kiddie pools, empty flower pots that have gathered rainwater, as well as pockets of wet spots in your lawn. Get rid of this standing water regularly to keep these outdoor pests at bay. - **Keep it Clean.** Shrubs, plants, and garden debris make ideal habitat for mosquitoes. Make sure you’re keeping your yard [regularly maintained](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/grounds-maintenance/) to keep pesky pests away from you and your family. - **Make a Breeze.** On balmy summer nights you can use a fan that will not only keep your guests cool, it will also help to blow your uninvited outdoor pests away! Use any of these all natural solutions in your own backyard to keep your outdoor space mosquito free this summer! 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Make sure your landscaping makes a good first impression with our tips that utilize all aspects of your front yard's space. **Content:** # Landscaping Secrets For Your Front-Yard March 20, 2017 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-secrets-front-yard/#respond) The front yard is one of the first things people catch of glimpse of when they come over or pass by your home. Make sure your [landscaping ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery)makes a good first impression with our [expert tips](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/meet-our-team/) that utilize all aspects of your front yard’s space. **Repeat Plant Types** Using several placements of the same plant type will create a sense to balance and cohesiveness in your front yard. A good base-line to start with might be 5-10 types of perennials, 3 or more varietals of shrubs, and just a few types of trees. You can work around existing plants to balance your landscape’s overall appearance. [![best landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Luxury-Home-630700-300x199.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Luxury-Home-630700.jpg) **Curve The Walkway** By adding gentle curves to your walkway, you create softened lines that add interest to your outdoor space. Lining the walkway with plants is a great way to add color that welcomes guests into your home before they even step inside! [![best landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Front-Porch-At-American-House-2263363-300x207.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Front-Porch-At-American-House-2263363.jpg)**Size Beds Correctly** If space allows, plant beds should span about half the width of the house. This ratio gives a visual illusion that your garden wraps around the whole perimeter of your house, making it feel proportionate. [![best plants st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Luxury-house-with-nicely-trimm-90420143-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Luxury-house-with-nicely-trimm-90420143.jpg) **Don’t Overlook Empty Spaces** Consider planting in the empty spaces of your property – like the area between the sidewalk and street. [![planting near sidewalk](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Victorian-House-on-White-backg-41995189-300x209.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Victorian-House-on-White-backg-41995189.jpg) **Use Veggies and Herbs** This can work especially well if you have full-sun in your front yard. Not only do [herbs and vegetable plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/fall-vegetable-gardens-plant-midwest/) add color, you and your family will be able to enjoy them! [![fresh basil](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/4f9f83838c0a176c56a2723d6b48c604-300x199.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/4f9f83838c0a176c56a2723d6b48c604.jpg) Looking for more landscape design ideas? [Quiet Village Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/reviews) specializes in custom-designed landscape plans that are ideal for your unique needs – including eco-friendly, low-maintenance, and cost-effective solutions that every homeowner can appreciate. [Feel free to contact us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/), and we would be happy to create your outdoor oasis! 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See which combination of plants look stunning, when planted together in an outdoor living space. **Content:** # Stunning Native Plant Combinations for Any St. Louis Garden April 2, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/stunning-native-plant-combinations-st-louis-garden/#respond) # Stunning Native Perennial Plant Combinations – St. Louis Edition As landscapers, we’re committed to revitalizing outdoor living spaces, and that includes incorporating plants that **belong in our backyards**. Native plants are perfect for any St. Louis yard for many reasons, and most people are into the [low maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/low-maintenance-landscaping-ideas-rain-gardens-native-plants-landscape-design/) needed to keep gorgeous native plants looking great. The most stunning gardens are artfully designed using a combination of plants that grow well together, in sun or shade. Use this list of native plant combinations to create your own stunning display that you can incorporate into your own landscape or request your favorite native plants be added to your outdoor living spaces. Plant just a few year year, or go all out with a complete overhaul of your yard! ## **Native Plant Combinations** The biggest mistake we see in unplanned landscapes is lack of repetition or groupings. Flowers of the same species planted in a matrix or bouquet create the most appealing visual aesthetic. Don’t just plant one or two of each variety, plant in multitudes! People are usually surprised to hear that a garden bed might contain 10-15 of just one type of plant, mixed in with other varietals. Don’t forget about native grasses that are meant to grow tall (no need for mowing!), and to provide [native](https://www.brightsidestl.org/) flowers with added support. Plan for around 30-50% native flowers to native grasses will create a natural meadow look. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/front-yard-landscaping-ideas-st-louis-1024x681.jpeg) ### **Native Plant Combinations for Shade** Experiment with planting one of more shade-loving plant combinations in garden spaces that get dappled or stay mostly shady throughout the day. Low (6″): In the front, along the borders, or under tree areas plant Dwarf crested iris, Wild ginger and Oak sedge. Mid (18″): Behind borders and along foundations plant Solomon seal, Rose turtlehead, Large flower Bell wort and River oaks grass. Tall (20″): In the back of a garden bed or to screen plant American spikenard, Gray’s sedge and Indian pink together. For shade gardens, you can plant a combination of Celandine poppy, Virginia blue bells, and Trillium. These gorgeous, all-native plants will give you early spring color as an alternative or paired with imported bulbs like tulips. ### **Native Plant Combinations for Sun** For sunnier spaces in your yard, try these combination of plants together. Low: Prairie dropseed grass, Lead plant and Bush poppy mallow are stunning native plants that enjoy sunny garden areas. Mid: Wild blue indigo, Bee balm and Switch grass make for a gorgeous garden display. Tall: Plant Indian grass, Giant coneflower, Asters and Amsonia together in a garden space that gets plenty of sunshine. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Alba-White-Garden-1024x344.jpeg) White Garden Native Plant Combinations ### **Classic All White ‘Alba’ Garden Combinations** The multi-color, wildflower look isn’t for everyone. Some people prefer neutral tones and simple, classic design. An Alba (All White) Garden can be designed and planted using Missouri native plants. Our favorites? Try planting Wild hydrangea, White upland aster, Culvers root, Wild quinine, and Pussy toes together. When planted together, these native plants will give your garden a monochromatic look. With landscape design, the possibilities are endless. Most of the time a garden or outdoor space is inherited when you purchase a home or property. These native plant combinations can be used for brand new garden spaces, or adapted to fit already existing gardens. To get started, visit one of our [favorite plant nurseries](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/plant-nurseries-gardening-st-louis/) and head straight to the native plant section! For larger landscape design projects that involved hardscaping elements, massive invasive plant removal and replacement, or for a customized master landscape design plan, you can take our [5-minute landscaping questionnaire](https://quietvillage.typeform.com/to/A8ZiSS) to get started on the planning process. Just like every home’s exterior is unique, so is the surrounding yard and landscape. 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The weather is still unpredictable, but there are plenty of varieties of decorative and edible plants that can get established despite cold snaps. So go ahead and get started on your flower or vegetable garden. Even if it’s too early for your desired plant, you can get ready by preparing the soil now. Feel free to [email](/contacts/) or call us if you have questions on what to plant this time of year. We’re happy to help. Tags: [flower planter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/flower-planter/), [flower planters](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/flower-planters/), [plant flowers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/plant-flowers/), [planters](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/planters/), [planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/planting-2/), [spring planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/spring-planting/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** flower planter,flower planters,plant flowers,planters,planting,spring planting --- ### [Spot Monarch Butterflies in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/spot-monarch-butterflies-in-st-louis/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Monarch butterflies migrate through St. Louis and the midwest, and we're sharing the recommended plants to fuel their journey. **Content:** # Spotting Monarch Butterflies in St. Louis! September 8, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/spotting-monarch-butterflies-st-louis/#respond) Iconic and easily recognizable – Monarch butterflies have one of the world’s most spectacular mass migrations – spanning three or more generations and up to 2,800 miles! [![monarch butterfly in st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/img_8902-300x225-1.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/img_8902-1.jpg)These orange hued pollinators make it all the way from their winter hibernation sites in Mexico to Canada and back. Monarchs play a very important role as pollinators in our local ecosystem, right here in St. Louis. And while the monarch butterfly population has overall increased from the record lows of the past three years, the population remains 32% below the historic average. This is where we all can help! August and September are peak times for their travel through the St. Louis-area. To help monarch populations thrive, start by planting milkweed and other butterfly-friendly plants in your own yard and outdoor living areas. Here is a link to the [St. Louis Monarch Mix](https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/documents/stl-monarch-mix.cfm), a recommendation of native milkweed species and other plants that provide nutrition to the butterfly through various life stages. This unique mix of plants bloom at different times in the growing season, offering seasonal color and important food and nectar sources for butterflies for the spring and fall monarch migration. Keep an eye out for these beautiful creatures and please feel free to share photos on [our Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping) when you spot them migrating through our local habitat! 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August 26, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/spotting-monarch-butterflies-midwest/#respond) ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/download.jpg)Monarch butterflies have one of the world’s most spectacular mass migrations – spanning three or more generations and 2,800 miles! The iconic and easily recognizable orange-colored pollinators make it all the way from their winter hibernation site in Mexico to Canada and back. Monarchs play an important role as pollinators in our ecosystem. August and September are peak times for their travel through the St. Louis-area. To help monarch populations thrive, consider planting milkweed and other recommended plants in your yard. Here is a link to the [St. Louis Monarch Mix](https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/planning/sustainability/documents/stl-monarch-mix.cfm), a recommendation of native milkweed species and other plants that provide nutrition to the butterfly through various life stages. These plants bloom at different times of the growing season, offering seasonal color and important food and nectar sources for butterflies for the spring and fall monarch migration. Keep an eye out for these beautiful creatures and share photos on [our Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping) when you spot them and where! 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Vertical gardening, xeriscaping, raised beds and more! **Content:** # Six Fresh Ideas for Spring Planting April 16, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/six-fresh-ideas-for-spring-planting/#respond) **You are an artist and your plot of land is your canvas. What will you create this year? Something beautiful? Functional? Sustainable? The better you define your priorities at the start, the more you can tailor your landscape to meet your needs and desires.** ## Here are a few fresh ideas for your garden this year. Have you tried any of these before? ![espalier landscape tree](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/espalier-landscape-tree-300x268.jpg) ## 1. Vertical Gardening Train small trees, shrubs and vines to grow up a trellis or wall. Certain trees and shrubs—including some apple and pear tree varieties—can be trained in the espalier style, growing in a pattern against a wall or weaving in and out of a trellis. There are many vegetables that grow well on a trellis, including varieties of cucumber, squash, indeterminate tomato, and even a perennial climbing spinach vine. Vertical gardening is a great option for small spaces or places that could benefit from a living privacy screen. ![xeriscape landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/xeriscape-landscape-300x199.jpg)Xeriscape landscaping## 2. Xeriscaping Xeriscaping is landscaping with a focus on water conservation. Limiting turf areas, choosing drought-resistant plants, installing strategically positioned shrubs and trees, and incorporating turf alternatives such as rock gardens all have a place in xeriscaping. When correctly installed and fully established, this landscape style is very low-maintenance and does not require excessive fertilization or attention. ![Retaining wall and raised bed combination near Maplewood in St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-photos-026-web-300x199.jpg)Retaining wall and raised bed combination near Maplewood in St. Louis## 3. Raised Beds Install a raised bed next to a patio or along a pathway to add a new dimension to your landscape. Raised beds can be a good place to contain certain flowers or plants that you enjoy but that have fairly aggressive spreading tendencies. Raised bed gardens drain well and their height makes them easy to weed and tend to. Consider wood frames, cement blocks, or brick, or think outside the box with reclaimed materials. Fill the beds with compost or organic fertilizer before planting, and select varieties that contrast and complement each other in height, color, texture and shape. ![Herbs add texture, flavor and fragrance](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/9703010_s-300x200.jpg)Herbs add texture, flavor and fragrance## 4. Herbs Herbs make a fragrant and flavorful addition to your garden space or landscape border. You may be surprised how many interesting and colorful variations of well-known herbs you may find, such as lemon basil and chocolate mint. Perennial herbs come back year after year, while some annual and biennial herbs “seed themselves.” You can interplant herbs with flowers for a beautiful effect, but be sure to remember which plants are okay to eat and which ones are strictly ornamental. ![Growing your own vegetables is greatly rewarding](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/14554755_s-200x300.jpg)Growing your own vegetables is greatly rewarding## 5. Vegetables Growing your own fruits and vegetables is deeply rewarding. With some research, practice, patience and a little bit of luck, you can grow some of the best produce you have ever tasted. If you are interested in growing your produce organically, limit synthetic fertilizers and pesticides and find out how to cultivate a mini-ecosystem in which plants, soil microbes and beneficial insects all help each other flourish. If this is your first attempt at vegetable gardening, start small, prepare the soil, and plant at the right time. Also, make sure to double-check how large the plants will grow–you don’t want a melon plant unexpectedly taking over your yard! ![Native plants and flowers in a rain garden installed in St. Louis by Quiet Village Landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2642-web-300x199.jpg)Native plants and flowers in a rain garden installed in St. Louis by Quiet Village Landscaping## 6. Native Plants Installing native plants in your landscape have several major benefits. Many native species are so well-adapted to our climate that they require little additional water during our extreme St. Louis summers, so they are easy on resources. Native plants and flowers provide nourishment and habitat for birds, bees, butterflies, and other local wildlife. Choose plants that flower at different times or that produce colorful berries so that you have color for three seasons of the year and you keep a steady supply of food for your garden’s little visitors. There is something very comfortable and homey about bringing native plants into your yard—it gives your landscape a very “Missouri” feel. **We are happy to offer your home or business our expertise and professional installation skills. Call our office at 314-657-7050 or [email us](/contacts/) to request a free initial design consultation.** Tags: [custom landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/custom-landscape-design/), [eco-friendly landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscape/), [environmentally friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly-landscaping/), [espalier](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/espalier/), [green landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscape/), [herb garden landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/herb-garden-landscaping/), [landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [maplewood landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/maplewood-landscaping/), [missouri native flowers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/missouri-native-flowers/), [missouri native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/missouri-native-plants/), [native flowers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-flowers/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/), [plant installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/plant-installation/), [raised bed](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/raised-bed/), [retaining walls](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/retaining-walls/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [vegetable garden landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/vegetable-garden-landscape/), [vertical gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/vertical-gardening/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design --- ### [Low Maintenance Landscaping Ideas using Rain Gardens, Native Plants & More!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/low-maintenance-landscaping-ideas-using-rain-gardens-native-plants-more/) **Published:** May 27, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** How to achieve the ultimate low maintenance landscaping look using smarter landscape design ideas! **Content:** # Low Maintenance Landscaping Ideas using Hardscaping, Native Plants & More! May 27, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/low-maintenance-landscaping-ideas-rain-gardens-native-plants-landscape-design/#respond) Some people love the hard work of gardening and meticulous lawn care. Then there’s the rest of us – who would rather spend time relaxing and letting the outdoors mostly take care of itself. Luckily, there’s more than one way to achieve the ultimate low maintenance landscaping look you’ll get the most out of! **Plant Once – and DONE!** Perennial plants are nature’s gift that keeps on giving, season after season, unlike annuals, which have to be re-planted every year. Some perennials plants are more carefree and forgiving than others. Specific plants should be chosen based on desired planting location and conditions. For example, [the perfect plants for a rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rain-gardens-rainscaping-smarter-landscaping/) will be very different to the best perennials to use for a super dry, sunny spot in your yard. **Play HARD** It might sound too simple, but less lawn equals less work! That’s our best argument for [hardscaping using pavers, decorative stones, or brick](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/). Whether you decide you a new patio, outdoor kitchen, or garden pathways, you’ll have a durable surface that never needs watering or weeding. ![low maintenance landscaping ideas paver patio pergola](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-Design-Copy-1024x682.jpeg) **Grow Native** We are [long-time supporters of growing native](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/), and as soon as you have them in your yard, it’s easy to see why. Plants adapted to their environments long before people did, so native species are a smart choice for a “lazy landscaper”. Native plants require less water, fertilizer, pesticides, and overall care than other plants. The best low maintenance landscapes blend the perfect combination of plants for your yard, [to give your garden year-round interest](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/creating-four-seasons-garden-year-round-interest/). **Easy Evergreens** There’s nothing easier than evergreens – they keep their vivid color all year long! Choose taller varieties for privacy, creeping varieties for ground cover, or dwarf varieties for flower beds. Evergreens can give any St. Louis property a much needed boost of color in winter, when everything else has died back. **Less is MORE** Instead of overcrowding a flower bed with lots of plants that need ongoing care, go with just a few high-impact varieties! You might be surprised to find that one or two nice trees paired with low maintenance, powerhouse perennials gives you more time to lounge and enjoy your time outdoors. **Plant for Rain** In St. Louis we can get a deluge of rain, followed by spells of drought – and everything in between! Choose plants that will happily absorb excessive rain. When your yard has less standing water and stops flooding, you’ll also see a decrease in mosquitoes, too. It’s a WIN-WIN! 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Get inspired to beautify your own backyard. **Content:** # Landscaping Hacks for any Missouri Gardener November 18, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-hacks-missouri-gardener/#respond) Amid the pandemic, more and more people are turning to their own yards for entertainment and leisure. Even avid gardeners can brush up their skills with our easy landscaping hacks any Missouri gardener should know. Here, we are focusing on low-maintenance gardening ideas that also incorporate the best environmental practices used in landscaping today. Ready to learn some no-fail gardening hacks from our horticulture team? Let’s dig in! # **Landscaping Hacks for any Missouri Gardener** 1. **Pick Perennials.** Every gardener should have a few keystone native plants in their garden. Why? Native plants are also perennials, meaning they grow back every year. Like trees, these plants will grow more established each year, too. They also provide critical resources to birds, butterflies, bees, insects & more. Luckily in Missouri, we have a large selection of beautiful perennial plants to choose from, that add interest and color to any yard – sun or shade. Some of our favorites include Echinacea (Coneflowers), Goldenrod, Aster, Spicebush, Coral honeysuckle, Sweetbay magnolia, and Red oak. Plants should always be selected based on yard conditions and overall landscape design. *Beginners tip:* You really can’t go wrong with coneflowers. Once planted, they spread over time, giving you a mass of bright purple blooms that couldn’t be easier to care for. **Pro tip: These can be deadheaded in late summer to encourage new blooms, just be sure to leave dried flowers at the end of the year, for birds to enjoy.** Find other [perennial ideas here](https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener.aspx)!![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/landscaping-hack-plant-coneflowers-for-low-maintenance-interest-1024x683.jpg) 2. **Embrace Less Lawn.** If you think you don’t have room for a garden; think again. Most yards feature more than enough lawn space, which was “the norm” for homes back in the day. Now, people want *usable* lawns surrounded by natural elements like trees, boulders or flowers. You can get more out of your yard by leveling a smooth, even swath of lawn and surrounding it with interesting natural elements. Replace a plain, hard to mow hillside with a cascading garden or tiered retaining wall. Add shrubs and plants around your front entrance instead of grass that you constantly have to fertilize, mow, and maintain. Don’t be fooled; lawn space is high maintenance and can easily replaced with [lower maintenance hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/low-maintenance-landscaping-ideas-rain-gardens-native-plants-landscape-design/), plants, or even a rock garden. 3. **Create Pathways to Replace Bare Side Yards.** Often used to access the backyard, side yards can be a sight for sore eyes with compacted, bare soil that gets muddy every time it rains. Luckily, the solution is pretty simple, when you replace that heavily traffic space with a paver pathway or stepping stones. The surrounding area can be mulched to keep weeds away, or add plants like we did for a landscaping client in the photo below. These evergreens will fill in and pull double-duty as privacy screens between the two backyards and will absorb more stormwater run-off, leaving you with a healthier yard! ![Outdoor Walkway Construction](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscaping-Before_After-1024x1024-2.png) 4. **Crowdsource Your Collection.** Next time you take a walk around the block or get together outside, take a look around to see if you can divide and trade plants with a friend! Perennials grow best when they have room to spread, and oftentimes you see large masses of well-established perennials that can be divided and replanted in other areas of the yard, or in your own yard! Get free plants by “shopping” the backyard of neighbors, friends, and family. With a little bit of work, you’ll be helping both gardens thrive. Plants that should be divided every once in awhile include hostas, creeping phlox, iris, peonies, and coneflowers. 5. **Plant to “Bridge the Gap” in Bloom-Times.** If you live in Missouri, you are familiar with our “bloom or bust” outdoor living season. We experience extreme temperature differences throughout the year, and most gardeners put little thought into expanding the bloom-time of their landscape. With a little planning, your garden can be blooming for months longer just by selecting different plants. We love native Asters or Goldenrod for late-fall interest and Penstemon or Celandine poppy for early, low maintenance blooms. For additional months of color, give bulbs a try. Plant them in fall, for an ultra-early spring burst of color. 6. **Leave the Leaves (and a large, artfully placed log, too!).** Every fall we clean-up and haul off thousands of pounds of leaf litter from yards. Most homeowners prefer a completely neat and tidy yard over winter. Yet, if you leave some leaves in your garden beds and around trees, you’ll be doing our local wildlife a huge favor. Wildlife needs habitat to survive winter in Missouri, and even some leaf litter can be a huge help to our outdoor environment. Large limbs and logs can also provide much needed habitat for wildlife, while providing winter interest to your yard. 7. **Dig into Design.** Most people don’t have a master plan for their outdoor space, and it shows. A landscape design gives you a plan to follow, that you can work on throughout the year. Once you have a design for your yard, you can go all out by installing statement elements like a new paver patio or outdoor kitchen, then working on adding more and more trees and plants throughout the years. Or, you can start with a simple new garden bed in the front yard first. You don’t have to do everything at once, but with a landscape design, you’ll have an easy to understand guide on what to do next. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-Designer-in-St_-Louis-1024x682.jpg) 8. **Spread Out Spending.** Plants, soil, rocks, and materials for gardening can get expensive. To keep your gardening habit affordable, you can spread out spending throughout the year to take advantage of plant sales, nursery specials, or opportunities for free natural materials you can source locally (Facebook groups like St. Louis Native Plant Swap or St. Louis Sustainable Backyard Tour regularly have people posting about plant giveaways or free saplings, and you can find community resources for free mulch and compost, too!). Of course, the **easiest landscaping hack of all** is to hire a professional, like Quiet Village Landscaping to do [all of the gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/gardening/) and hard work around your yard! Over the past 20 years we’ve been in business, we’ve picked up some serious gardening skills, and put them to good use in every yard that we care for. Landscaping smartly is our passion, and we take the guess-work out of planning, designing, planting, and care. We dig in deeply to sustainably care for outdoor spaces so that they not only live, but thrive. If the pandemic has you peeking out of your window, wishing for greener views, we’re here for you. Get more landscaping and gardening hacks [from our blog here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/). We regularly share the best ideas for the outdoors with wonderful plant recommendations, landscaping ideas, gardening tips and tricks of the trade. You can also find plenty of [outdoor inspiration on our Instagram page](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/), filled with seasonal content to keep you engaged with gardening tips perfect for any Missouri yard. Thanks for reading! 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These fluctuating temperatures can be confusing to home gardeners, wondering what they should do to maintain and care for their lawn. So, our team of landscape experts has created this quick cheat-sheet list of simple tasks that you can use, so that when you do make it outdoors, you can easily do the things that will have a big impact on your outdoor space for the upcoming year, all leading up to a successful Spring season! **February Lawn and Garden Tips** - As snowfall is melting, lawns can become overly wet. Avoid damage to your lawn by keeping your foot traffic across lawn-space to a minimum while grass is wet or frozen. - Consider providing a water source and bird houses, to encourage native birds to nest in your yard. Also, planting a variety of shrubs, trees, and evergreens can provide a wild food source and natural nesting habitat for birds as well. - Did you receive cut flowers for Valentine’s Day or other special occasion? Extend their life by performing the following steps: 1. Recut stems underwater. This ensures no air gets into the stem. 2. Remove any stem foliage that would be underwater. 3. Use a flower preservative. Most cut flower arrangements come with a commercial mix, but you can make your own! Mix 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of bleach in a quart of warm water, then simply pour into your vase. - If your houseplants are showing signs of new growth, be sure to fertilize them. However, don’t fertilize plants that are still dormant just yet. Have other questions about your lawn or garden? [Contact one of our team members](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/) with your question, and we’d be happy to help! Or, even [sign up for our monthly newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/), that keeps you up-to-date with the latest in local and native plant news and care information. 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This is especially important for newly planted trees or evergreens. Recently, the Missouri Green Industry Alliance ([MoGIA](https://www.mogia.org/)) issued a press release urging both homeowners and commercial landscape property managers to take advantage of warm days and get supplemental water to their landscape plants. Their concern is compounded by the extremely mild fall season of 2017, and the opportunity it provided for extended fall planting of vulnerable new landscape shrubs, trees and turf grass, as well as perennials and groundcovers. Typically in St. Louis, fall planting is considered desirable by landscaping professionals, because normal fall weather provides cooler days and increased precipitation that helps newly planted materials grow roots and become better established in their [environment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green). By the end of 2017, abnormal dryness to extreme drought was impacting nearly all of Missouri, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. ![water your plants st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/man-hand-garden-growth-300x200.jpg)Quiet Village Landscaping is recommending that homeowners in St. Louis take advantage of any warm winter days to [water all outdoor plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/grounds-maintenance/). It’s also important to drain hoses, turn off spigots and keep any irrigation systems winterized to save from any damaged plumbing. **Water your plants and shrubs this winter, to relieve them from drought stress!** If you’re like many of us, and have trouble finding the time in your schedule to take care of your landscaping – you’re in luck! Quiet Village Landscaping is currently preparing [2018 landscaping maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) agreements for properties in Clayton, Ladue, Central West End, Town & Country, Creve Coeur, and more. We provide hassle-free landscape maintenance services by our team of dedicated landscape professionals. We would be happy to provide you with a quote for the upcoming 2018 season. [Just click here to get started](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us)! 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Water will now filter directly into the ground and snow and ice will melt away more rapidly for these homeowners instead of melting and refreezing on the pavement. Find out more about the benefits of permeable pavers at [https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/ "Benefits of Permeable Pavers"). 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This voluntary program financially assists landowners in the Deer Creek Watershed wishing to landscape their yards to improve stormwater management. **Watch this video on how to save money and reduce stormwater runoff via the Deer Creek Alliance’s RainScape Rebate Program.** Click on the image above or follow this link to watch the video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKj7royML3o](http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001aXoQb6xH3VqSO3sXP6kAJBxbWA7AcjGi5siHvkIt49FQFDIWsUtqeNlHdryRJwZ8MfD2aWp8IUEeBAt_G92RuH6S5XmEXUtli5M7GLygs5mYJfoMQyGJZ1fkuRLochU-bYbxkU8OxM6jNWmp_9sh35EJ60Y4Q_uMKxQHvvojQxCFpK4nol8wnSztMn4_XwwtOJ6_0acLEwwsJtZVNO2G9qaSnrgGBRgB9PGVxF_eA3y6bj57vlFa8M0Ov7itxbDvMHugUFcfHrOAsMrWv8GcFFBfmf5h7WVc6DQBKFh_4PDIuCdy-Q-MKSBevzgTi8aTwQLTMK8fzU4PDvs140UaJEJfCWO6Kbcq&c=&ch=%22%20%5Ct%20%22_blank) **![rainscape video, landscape design, youTube](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/RainScapeYouTubeVid-e1575559763784.png)** Rebates of up to $2,000 are available. The application deadline is **February 12, 2014.** Visit [www.deercreekalliance.org](http://www.deercreekalliance.org "Find out more about RainScape Rebates.") to learn more. In addition, for a limited time Missouri Botanical Garden in offering a **RainScaping Prize Drawing.** Go to [www.mobot.org/rainscaping](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/sustainability/sustainability/sustainable-living/at-home/rainscaping-guide.aspx "Enter Drawing by February 11, 2014") by February 11, 2014 for a chance to win a $500 gift certificate for Shaw Nature Reserve’s Spring Wildflower Market in May or one of five other rainscaping prizes valued at $350 to $1000. Tags: [deer creek alliance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/deer-creek-alliance/), [Deer Creek Watershed Alliance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/deer-creek-watershed-alliance/), [green landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscape/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [money back on rainscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/money-back-on-rainscape/), [rain scape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-scape/), [RainScape rebate](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscape-rebate/), [rainscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscaping/), [reduce runoff](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/reduce-runoff/), [reduce stormwater runoff](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/reduce-stormwater-runoff/) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage **Tags:** Deer Creek Watershed Alliance,RainScape rebate,deer creek alliance,green landscape,green landscaping,money back on rainscape,rain scape,rainscaping,reduce runoff,reduce stormwater runoff --- ### [MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Grant : What You Need to Know](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/msd-project-clear-rainscaping-grant-what-you-need-to-know/) **Published:** January 28, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Details on the MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Grant Program, giving up to $4,000 for landscaping for homes and businesses in St. Louis! **Content:** # MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Grant : Everything You Need to Know January 28, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/msd-project-clear-rainscaping-grant/#respond) We’re no strangers to the MSD Project Clear Rainscaping [Grant Program](https://www.projectclearstl.org/smallgrants/). Every year we work with property owners to complete the process ([see our last update about the program here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rainscaping-cost-share-program/)) for free money for landscaping! We create sustainably-minded [landscape designs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) that incorporate all of the required rainscaping features that are critical to securing the money offered through the rebate program. It’s a great way to invest in sustainable features that aren’t just smart, they look good too. # **MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Grant Program** In 2019, homeowners in the program area could get up to **$4,000 for rainscaping projects**. These rainscaping designs and installation projects need to include some of the following key features that can dramatically improve the overall look, functionality, and ongoing maintenance of a property. Below is a before/after outdoor property transformation we designed and installed for a landscape design client. You can see the severe flooding in the yard that would last for days, mucky and gross. Now, the landscape better handles the water run-off with a natural-looking rain garden and native plantings suited for the soil conditions. The yard requires way less maintenance, looks better, and isn’t a sloppy mess! ![rainscaping design before and after transformation](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/before-and-after.png) **What Your Rainscape Needs:** **Lawn Alternatives:** This is something any plain, cookie-cutter yard can benefit from. Replace an area of turf grass with a garden bed of long-blooming perennial plants, shrubs, trees, groundcover, and native grasses. One or two new garden beds is all it takes to add no-maintenance interest to home. Native plants and other lawn alternatives are a great way to improve the biodiversity in your yard, inviting butterflies and birds! **Woodland Restoration:** Lots of homes have invasive species in their yard, like notoriously nasty [Bush Honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/get-rid-invasive-honeysuckle/). Through the Project Clear Program, you can get money to remove these pest plants and replant those areas with native alternatives. **Rain Garden:** A key feature of rainscaping projects is a rain garden, shown below. Rain gardens are designed in a landscape to catch and hold stormwater runoff from surfaces like driveways, roofs, and compacted or large lawn spaces. Rain gardens area also beneficial to yards that experience flooding, ponding, or generally wet areas. When designed properly, a rain garden is a enhancement to your yard, with blooming perennial flowers, plants, native grasses, and boulder features incorporated into the design. ![Rainscaping Project](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_9599-Copy-1024x658.jpg)**Permeable Pavers:** Permeable pavers are a great way to help keep rain water away from storm sewers and back into the natural ecosystem. While permeable pavers are more expensive than traditional paving, these costs can be off-set by the Project Clear Grant Program. The money is well spent for yards that experience heavy flooding, because not only are you able to expand or keep your patio space, but you can improve overly damp conditions that keep you from enjoying your own yard! ![quiet village permeable paver patio builder](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_9393-1024x682.jpg)**Boulders and Rock Beds:** This is a feature like to incorporate into rain garden designs. Large boulders create year-round interest in yards, which is especially important in St. Louis where everything dies back in Winter. Boulders and rock features create a unique look in any rain garden bed, rainscaping element, or other landscaping features that are designed to improve water mitigation. Below is an low-maintenance design that transformed a small front lawn to a beautiful garden space that once established, will require little homeowner maintenance; way less than mowing traditional turf grass week after week… ![new rain garden project](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1020-1024x682.jpg)There are also small applicable elements that can be used in the MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Program, like rain barrels. And, while most of our photo examples are residential properties, **small businesses and commercial properties can apply under the same application process too!** This is a *heavily underutilized* way to make enhancements to your property, improve your impact on the environment, AND get money for taking action! We are committed to making sure our clients transform their yards in an environmentally friendly way, that improves curb appeal and functionality of your own outdoor oasis. What’s important is to NOT miss critical application dates for required steps, such as the required Landowner Orientation Workshops, Application due date, and more. It takes a little effort, but we’ve found it’s usually well worth the investment in time and coordination with our team to secure an extra $4,000 towards your landscaping project. **Keep updated with key details from the Project Clear website, or [follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping) or [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/). We’ll be sharing key program details for the 2020 season as they are released by MSD.** For now, think about what changes you’d like to see in your yard. Whether it’s lower maintenance and less mowing, more beautiful plants, or more space to play and entertain, we can help guide you towards a new yard that you can be proud of. Tags: [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [landscape designer](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-designer/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [MSD Project Clear](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/msd-project-clear/), [MSD Rainscaping Grant](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/msd-rainscaping-grant/), [rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-garden/), [rainscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscaping/) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage **Tags:** MSD Project Clear,MSD Rainscaping Grant,landscape design,landscape designer,landscaping,rain garden,rainscaping --- ### [Prepare Your Outdoor Pond for Winter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/prepare-your-outdoor-pond-for-winter/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** A backyard pond is a magnet for wildlife and fall leaves. Here's how to keep it clean. **Content:** # Preparing Your Outdoor Backyard Pond For Winter November 3, 2017 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/preparing-outdoor-backyard-pond-winter/#respond) Backyard ponds or in-ground water gardens are a great way to add interest to your landscape and help support local wildlife. Garden ponds can also be benificial for growing specific types of plants, flowers, and even creating habitats for fish or amphibians. In St. Lo[![what to do with pond in winter](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-234542-200x300.jpeg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-234542.jpeg)uis, we can all tell from the sudden drop in temperatures recently that winter is coming. This year, don’t let falling leaves and other decaying matter imbalance your pond’s water chemisty. Especially during frost, toxins from decomposing plant and fish waste can get trapped under ice, suffocating overwintering amphibians and fish. In falltime, skim your pond’s surface with a net, ideally once a day or more often, depending on the leaves and fallen debris your pond location may get. Also, depending on your pond’s size and wintertime low temperatures, you can use a submerged bubbler or aerator to keep a hole open in ice. You can also help to keep your pond clean by trimming back hardy water plants, and lifting less hardy varieties before frost. Quiet Village Landscaping offers landscape design services that incorporate natural looking and [native habitat supporting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/bring-pollinator-populations/) elements that make your property the outdoor oasis you’ve always wanted. We have experience creating and maintaining ponds as well as selecting the supplies you’ll need for a backyard pond feature (pond filtration system, landscape/pond lighting, aquatic plants, fountains, bubbling boulders, and more). We’re experts at creating outdoor living spaces for you and your family to enjoy, such as bird & butterfly gardens, [shade gardens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/shade-gardens/), outdoor bubbling boulders and small backyard water features, poolscapes, and more. To get started, just [contact us online](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/) or at (314) 657-7050. 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October 30, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pondless-waterfall/#respond) By: Evan Winkler, Landscape Design Assistant This month a small group of landscape professionals, including our Design Assistant [Evan Winkler](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/meet-our-team/), gathered at the [Covenant House](http://covenanthousemo.org/) to participate in a Pondless Waterfall Workshop hosted by [MPR Supply Company](http://www.mprsupply.com/). The Covenant House is a non-profit here in St. Louis, which provides emergency shelter to homeless youth; as well as providing the skills and resources to become successful members of our community. As part of that mission, the Covenant House is turning an empty side yard into a serenity garden. Many at-risk youth suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and the garden will be a safe place for reflection and meditation. What started as digging a hole in the ground quickly became a one-of-a-kind pondless waterfall. Now anchoring the northeast corner of the future serenity garden, a pondless waterfall in this location has many benefits. [![Pondless Waterfall](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/20151029_1259251-300x169.jpg)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) - Reduces street noise - Visually appealing - Virtually maintenance-free - Perfect for setting where liability and safety might be a concern - A great alternative to more demanding ponds For more information on pondless waterfalls or if you’d like to speak with a Quiet Village Landscaping expert on creation of your own pondless waterfall, please contact our office at (314) 657-7050 or [email us.](/contacts/) It was a privilege for Quiet Village to take part in this workshop which was both educational and supportive to the efforts of our community. Tags: [eco landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-landscaping/), [landscaping company st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping-company-st-louis/), [maintenance free landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/maintenance-free-landscaping/), [pond alternative](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pond-alternative/), [pondless waterfall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pondless-waterfall/), [pondless waterfall st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pondless-waterfall-st-louis/), [serenity garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/serenity-garden/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care, Outdoor Living **Tags:** eco landscaping,landscaping company st. louis,maintenance free landscaping,pond alternative,pondless waterfall,pondless waterfall st. louis,serenity garden --- ### [Landscaping and Grounds Tour of Busch Stadium](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscaping-and-grounds-tour-of-busch-stadium/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping team joined the Landscape & Nursery Association of Greater St. Louis on a behind-the-scenes landscaping and grounds tour of Busch Stadium in Downtown St. Louis. **Content:** # Landscaping and Grounds Tour of Busch Stadium August 22, 2017 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-grounds-tour-busch-stadium/#respond) In July, the Quiet Village Landscaping team joined the [Landscape & Nursery Association of Greater St. Louis](http://www.stlouislandscape.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/home.home/index.htm) on a behind-the-scenes landscaping and grounds tour of Busch Stadium in Downtown St. Louis. We toured alongside several other local St. Louis-area nurseries, landscaping companies, and industry professionals for a walking tour of the landscaping features of our beloved Busch Stadium where the [St. Louis Cardinals](https://www.mlb.com/cardinals) play, giving us a glimpse inside the Fox Sports Midwest Broadcast Box and the ballpark grounds, followed by lunch in Cardinals Nation. **We thought we would share some of the interesting facts we learned about the Busch Stadium grounds here on our blog, and share a few fun snaps of the tour too!** - The grass at Busch Stadium is a HGT Bluegrass that is grown in Fort Morgan, Colorado. This bluegrass has a difficult time growing in hot climates, so during the hot St. Louis summer months of June, July, and August, a chilled water system works to distribute sixty degree water throughout the field, simulating a cooler climate. - Busch Stadium’s infield, base paths, pitcher’s mound, and home plate area are made up of a unique high clay mixture. - The field requires 23 employees to maintain. The crew includes Head Groundskeeper, Assistant Head Groundskeeper, Operation/Field Crew Memebers, and several part-time seasonal positions. - On game days, the crew arrives at 7:00 a.m. to remove a protective tarp, tend to the infield dirt and mounds, clean the bullpens, edge the outfield grass, paint foul lines, mow the grass, and maintain moisture throughout the field until batting practice at 2:30 p.m. - Busch Stadium hosted the 2009 All-Star Game and received rave reviews on the Arch and Court House mowing design. - In July 2011, the field was completely removed for the first time in stadium history for the U2 360 tour, and replaced immediately after the concert. Below are a few behind-the-scenes photos from our tour, taken by our Marketing Manager from [Hot House Digital](http://www.hothousedigitalstl.com/), Sally Evans: ![landscapers st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5309-1.jpg "IMG_5309") ![busch stadium grounds](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5286.jpg "IMG_5286") ![busch stadium tour](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5295-1.jpg "IMG_5295") + ![IMG_5279](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5279-1.jpg "IMG_5279") [![IMG_5281](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5281-1.jpg "IMG_5281")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-grounds-tour-busch-stadium/img_5281/) ![IMG_5306](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5306.jpg "IMG_5306") ![IMG_5297](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5297-1.jpg "IMG_5297") Our next landscaping field trip will be to the aeroponic rooftop greenhouse of [Charleville Brewing Company’s new St. Louis location](http://www.charlevillebeer.com/)! We’ll get a sneak peek tour from Hamilton Farms, to see how their delicious produce is grown from heirloom seeds in their new state of the art growing facility! Tags: [busch stadium field maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/busch-stadium-field-maintenance/), [busch stadium grounds tour](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/busch-stadium-grounds-tour/), [busch stadium landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/busch-stadium-landscaping/), [landscaping st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping-st-louis/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** busch stadium field maintenance,busch stadium grounds tour,busch stadium landscaping,landscaping st. louis --- ### [How We All Ended Up Standing in a Dumpster](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/how-we-all-ended-up-standing-in-a-dumpster/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** "So there we were, ankle-deep in Christmas lights, standing in a dumpster...". Quiet Village Landscaping had a blast sorting holiday lights. **Content:** # How We All Ended Up Standing in a Dumpster December 20, 2013 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Volunteer Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/volunteer-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/volunteer-st-louis-green/#respond) ![sorting holiday lights for st. louis green, Quiet Village Landscaping's got this](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/wegotthis-web1-e1575571737697.jpg) **“So there we were, ankle-deep in Christmas lights, standing in a dumpster…”** Quiet Village Landscaping had a blast sorting holiday lights with our friends at [St. Louis Green](http://stlouisgreen.com/) on Wednesday, December 11th. Folks dropped off old Christmas lights that didn’t work anymore at various locations, donating them to St. Louis Green. Our mission was to extract plastic bags, miscellaneous Christmas decorations, and light attachments, put them in the appropriate bins and place the strings of lights into a huge dumpster sitting outside the warehouse. ![Quiet Village Landscaping team in a dumpster of recycled holiday lights](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMGP1648-300x260.jpg) One of the great things about the light sorting is how it is a group effort among businesses in the St. Louis area. Over the past week or so, several other businesses had started filling the huge dumpster with lights. St. Louis Green estimated that it would take us about three hours to sort the lights that they had on hand. However, our motivated team sorted them in a blazing fast time of one hour. When we were done, we had to take a group picture while standing on top of the lights in the dumpster, which contained 12,000 pounds of lights! Check out our appearance in St. Louis Green’s blog at [http://stlouisgreen.com/blog/2013/12/16/quiet-village-landscaping-sorts-lights/](http://stlouisgreen.com/blog/2013/12/16/quiet-village-landscaping-sorts-lights/ "QVL Sorts Lights"). Happy holidays, everyone. Now go out of your way to do something nice for somebody this season. It’s worth it every time. ![]() How We All Ended Up Standing in a Dumpster [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/volunteer-st-louis-green/&t=How+We+All+Ended+Up+Standing+in+a+Dumpster&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/volunteer-st-louis-green/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/volunteer-st-louis-green/&title=How+We+All+Ended+Up+Standing+in+a+Dumpster "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/volunteer-st-louis-green/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/volunteer-st-louis-green/&text=How+We+All+Ended+Up+Standing+in+a+Dumpster "Share in Twitter") Tags: [christmas volunteering](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-volunteering/), [go green christmas](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/go-green-christmas/), [green christmas](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-christmas/), [green volunteer work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-volunteer-work/), [holiday volunteering](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-volunteering/), [st. louis green](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-green/), [volunteer](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/volunteer/), [volunteering](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/volunteering/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** christmas volunteering,go green christmas,green christmas,green volunteer work,holiday volunteering,st. louis green,volunteer,volunteering --- ### [Fall Leaf Cleanup St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-leaf-cleanup-st-louis/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping performs a fall leaf cleanup at a St. Louis residential property. **Content:** # QV Time-Lapse – Fall Leaf Cleanup November 25, 2015 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-lapse-fall-leaf-cleanup/#respond) Watch the Quiet Village Landscaping team perform a [leaf cleanup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/fall-cleanup-leaf-removal/) at one of our residential properties! [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-lapse-fall-leaf-cleanup/&t=QV+Time-Lapse+%26%238211%3B+Fall+Leaf+Cleanup&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-lapse-fall-leaf-cleanup/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-lapse-fall-leaf-cleanup/&title=QV+Time-Lapse+%26%238211%3B+Fall+Leaf+Cleanup "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-lapse-fall-leaf-cleanup/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/time-lapse-fall-leaf-cleanup/&text=QV+Time-Lapse+%26%238211%3B+Fall+Leaf+Cleanup "Share in Twitter") **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care --- ### [Happening Now - St. Louis Fall Leaf Clean-up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/happening-now-st-louis-fall-leaf-clean-up/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Autumn is here, which means pumpkin spiced-everything and the naturally beautiful shades of orange, red, yellow and browns to come through in our plantings and trees. **Content:** # Happening Now – St. Louis Fall Leaf Clean-up October 15, 2015 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-fall-lawn-leaf-clean-up/#respond) Autumn is here, which means pumpkin spiced-everything and the naturally beautiful shades of orange, red, yellow and browns to come through in our plantings and trees. It’s also a great time to enjoy cooler temps in your own backyard. [![fall leaf](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/fall-leaves1-300x169.jpg)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) Happening Now – St. Louis Fall Leaf Clean-up Your preparations should start now, by getting scheduled for our professional-level fall services: - **Leaf clean-up – [Check out our St. Louis Fall Clean-up Page for more info!](http://quietvillagelandscaping.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6fa81e423ccd62deccb7f0632&id=b38ff51534&e=81e1083b89)** - **Gutter Cleaning** - **Winter Pruning** - **Winter Mulching** - **Snow Removal/De-icing Estimate (free!)** - [**Holiday Decorations**](http://quietvillagelandscaping.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6fa81e423ccd62deccb7f0632&id=7be599c60c&e=81e1083b89) Quiet Village Landscaping will meet your lawn maintenance needs this fall. We offer competitive rates for leaf removal and fall cleanup services for your St. Louis yard. Our professionals use specialized equipment, such as portable leaf vacuum systems, to remove leaves and twigs from garden beds and turf efficiently and effectively, leaving your yard looking good. Save yourself some time and backache this fall and look to the experts! **To give your lawn the best care, we recommend scheduling a leaf cleanup three times this fall: once in early autumn, again before Thanksgiving, and once more before Christmas.** This helps your grass breathe easy and gets your St. Louis yard into shape for holiday gatherings. Don’t let leaf-clutter prevent you from enjoying the beauty of the changing seasons. Give us a call today to set up a free estimate for your yard! 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Plus, we've sprinkled in some valuable pricing tips and cool cost-saving strategies to keep your budget from getting buried. **Content:** # Essential Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Snow Removal Company in St. Louis July 4, 2023 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/essential-questions-hiring-commercial-snow-removal-company-st-louis/#respond) Are you a property manager or commercial building owner in St. Louis preparing for the upcoming winter season? Finding a reliable commercial snow removal company is crucial to ensure safe and accessible pathways for your employees and visitors. When it comes to snow and ice coverage, partnering with a professional snow removal service in St. Louis can make all the difference. To help you make a snow-savvy decision, we’ve rounded up the essential questions you need to ask before hiring a snow removal company. Plus, we’ve sprinkled in some valuable pricing tips and cool cost-saving strategies to keep your budget from getting buried. So, let’s sleigh this winter together and make sure you’re covered for every kind of winter storm – snow, sleet, ice, and everything in between. ![commercial snow removal and plowing in St. Louis ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/parking-lot-snow-plowing-st-louis-1024x683.jpeg) ## **Do you offer 24/7 commercial snow removal service in St. Louis?** Winter storms often strike unexpectedly, so it’s crucial to hire a snow removal company in St. Louis that offers around-the-clock service. Ensure they have the capability to promptly respond to your snow removal needs, including weekends and holidays. ***Quiet Village has a dedicated snow team and emergency phone number for clients to call or text at any time during a snow storm event in St. Louis.*** ## **How experienced are your St. Louis snow removal crews?** Experience matters when it comes to snow removal. Inquire about the company’s history and the expertise of their crews in handling St. Louis winters, snowstorms, and ice storms. A seasoned team will possess the knowledge and skills to tackle various snow and ice removal challenges efficiently and effectively. Ask if they know how to plow parking lots, treat high-traffic areas, apply de-icer properly, and check for hazardous snow or ice build-up. ***Quiet Village has been covering and expanding snow routes in St. Louis since 2001. We now have 7 full-time dedicated crews for snow care in our service area that includes Chesterfield, Creve Coeur, Maryland Heights, Clayton and beyond.*** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/fleet-of-snow-removal-trucks-at-Quiet-Village-snow-plows-300x193.png) ## **What type of equipment do you use for snow removal?** Ask the company about the equipment they utilize for snow removal in St. Louis. Dependable heavy machinery, such as plows, snow blowers, and de-icing equipment, can significantly impact the speed and quality of their work. Also ask about equipment maintenance practices. ***Not every snow removal company has a full-time mechanic like we do!*** ## **Can you provide references or testimonials from St. Louis clients?** Requesting references or testimonials from current or previous clients is an excellent way to assess the reliability and professionalism of a snow removal company. Reputable companies will gladly share this information, allowing you to gain insights into their level of customer satisfaction. You can also check out reviews on Google, Facebook, or Nextdoor. ***Quiet Village is a Google Guaranteed company, and a Neighborhood Favorite on Nextdoor.*** ![24 hour snow removal by Quiet Village in St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/24-hour-snow-removal-by-Quiet-Village-1024x576.jpg) ## **Ways to Save Money on Snow Removal in St. Louis:** 1. **Long-term contracts:** Consider multi-year contracts to potentially save costs and ensure consistent service quality throughout the contract period. 2. **Bundling outdoor services:** If you have multiple vendors for [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance), [lawn care services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/), irrigation, or gardening in St. Louis, bundling them together with snow removal may lead to better rates. 3. **Prioritize essential areas:** Identify high-traffic areas on your property that require immediate attention during snowstorms. By focusing on these areas first, your snow removal company may reduce overall costs. ## **Red Flags to Watch Out For:** 1. Lack of proper licenses and insurance coverage for St. Louis. 2. Inability to provide references or testimonials from local clients. 3. Limited or outdated snow removal equipment for St. Louis winters. 4. Poor communication or unresponsive customer service. 5. Vague or overly optimistic promises without concrete plans specifically tailored to St. Louis weather conditions. When it comes to winter snow removal in St. Louis, hiring a professional and reliable company is worth it. By asking the right questions, watching out for red flags, and exploring cost-saving strategies, you can make an informed choice. It’s crucial to find a snow removal company that aligns with your specific needs, offers dependable service, and ensures the safety of everyone in your life during the winter season. Stay safe and enjoy a worry-free winter in St. Louis with exceptional landscaping and snow removal services! Tags: [commercial snow removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/commercial-snow-removal/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** commercial snow removal --- ### [Do You Need a Retaining Wall?](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/do-you-need-a-retaining-wall/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Retaining walls are everywhere, if you're looking for them. Here what you should keep in mind for a new retaining wall project. **Content:** # Do You Need a Retaining Wall? October 3, 2018 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/do-i-need-a-retaining-wall/#respond) Retaining walls are everywhere, if you’re looking for them. Homes, businesses and schools all use them along property lines, landscaping, and steep grades. So, do you need a retaining wall? And if so, what do you need to consider before building or hiring a hardscaping company to design and build it for you? There are some things you’ll need to keep in mind as you make decisions on the functionality and overall style of a [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/). ### **What Does a Retaining Wall Do?** In the past, retaining walls were designed for function only, mainly to hold back soil along steep grades of land. Now landscape designers are working with home owners to use them to create beautiful – and functional – outdoor living spaces. Retaining walls are typically found in places that need extra support to prevent downhill erosion. Retaining walls can also be used to manage water runoff, which is especially effective when paired with a [functional rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/rainscaping/). Retaining walls provide usable land, to create terraces of level area in your yard. Retaining walls can also provide additional outdoor entertaining areas by providing extra outdoor seating. ![retaining wall st louis mo](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_0140-300x200.jpg) ### **Thing to Consider for a New Retaining Wall** When you begin planning a new retaining wall project, it’s important to take into consideration it’s overall function and appearance. If the new retaining wall is located in a highly visible area like your front entrance or business storefront, you may consider upgrading the type of material used or incorporate some captivating design elements. Alternatively, if the retaining wall is being built for functionality only then you can save on money by selecting more affordable building materials. You’ll also need to consider the general size, scope and budget for the retaining wall project. Natural stone is more expensive than manufactured blocks. However, manufactured blocks such as [Versa-lok](https://www.versa-lok.com/), Belgard, and Anchor Wall Stone are available in many color options and textures. This can be great to match the architecture of newer homes and buildings, however these may not match the original architecture of some of St. Louis’ older historical homes in Ladue, Central West End or Clayton. ### Retaining Wall Pros ![large retaining wall](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_9648-300x200.jpg)Some homeowners decide to build their own retaining wall, which is fine for smaller projects under 2 feet high. For higher retaining walls, it’s best to schedule a consultation with an experienced outdoor living expert in your area. Not all stones are suitable for larger retaining walls and certain considerations need to be kept in mind when designing a large retaining wall, such as foot or vehicle traffic above or use. The costs of building a retaining wall can add up quickly, so it’s important to think of them as an investment, a project that you don’t want to have to revisit later due to failure or improper building techniques. Looking for more info on retaining walls? Visit the Quiet Village page [dedicated to retaining walls here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/). Or, you can always schedule a consultation with a landscape design team member. Oftentimes people think of large outdoor projects being completed in Spring and Summer. However, there are plenty of benefits in scheduling a fall or winter hardscaping project! By scheduling your project during the “off-season”, you’ll benefit by not having your yard a mess when you’d rather be enjoying it instead. Plus, we’re able to do less damage when flowers and plants aren’t in full bloom. Contact us about getting started on your retaining wall or [patio project](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/) through winter, so it’s ready for Spring and Summer parties! Tags: [hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/hardscaping-2/), [landscaping company near me](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping-company-near-me/), [outdoor living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-living/), [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/retaining-wall/), [st. louis landscaping company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping-company/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living **Tags:** hardscaping,landscaping company near me,outdoor living,retaining wall,st. louis landscaping company --- ### [Every 2021 Outdoor Living Design Trend in One Place](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/every-2021-outdoor-living-design-trend-in-one-place/) **Published:** January 6, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** See what the outdoor design pros are predicting will be the hottest trends in outdoor living for 2021. We include our favorite landscape design trends. **Content:** # Every 2021 Outdoor Living Design Trend in One Place January 6, 2021 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/2021-outdoor-living-design-trend-place/#respond) After a year of uncertainty one thing is clear; everyone is ready for *change* this year. Bright, thoughtful design is in this year, as we discover the latest design trends for 2021. See what the creative design pros (including our team!) are predicting will be the hottest trends in outdoor living design for 2021. # **The “Year of the Pergola” – An outdoor paradise favorite feature** The design pros over at [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/magazine/36-home-design-trends-ready-for-takeoff-in-2021-stsetivw-vs~142229851?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u15263&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery0_0&newsletterId=15263) are calling 2021 the “Year of the Pergola”. If your yard needs an inviting outdoor space, then shade will be your most in-demand element. An affordable way to add immediate shade to any outdoor space is with a pergola. They are big enough to cover entire living spaces with plenty of comfortable shade from the sun or protection from rain (and even snow!). Pergolas can be designed or styled to provide everything from dabbled shade or full shade protection, customizable for the seasons or weather conditions outside. See some of our [recent pergola projects](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/pergolas-arbors/) online, or consult one of our landscape designers to see if a new pergola would be the perfect addition to your yard this year. ![pergola design st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Year-of-the-Pergola-Design-1024x1024.jpeg) # **The Year of the Sunflower (and Hardy Hibiscus!) – Bright flowers for an optimistic 2021 outlook** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Sunflower-design-trend-of-the-year-2021-169x300.jpg)Each year The National Garden Bureau select different plants in their “Year of the Crops”. 2021’s plant selections included some of our favorites to use in landscape designs. This year, we celebrate **Sunflowers** and **Hardy Hibiscus**. Both plants can be grown easily in the Midwest, with perennial options available for both flowering plants. Sunflowers are bright, cheerful, and available for outdoor living designs in a variety of sizes and specimens (not just the giant variety pictured here that is so popular in photography). Hardy Hibiscus has long been a St. Louis favorite for adding tropical summer interest with big, dramatic blossoms that are perfect for St. Louis pool designs and the surrounding landscaping. Anyone who loves tropical getaways and exotic vacations away from St. Louis will love this plant that grows back year after year, as one of the most tropical perennial plants that survive winters. Bright cheerful yellows aren’t just trending for landscapes; it’s also one of the featured [Pantone Color of the Year for 2021](https://www.pantone.com/color-of-the-year-2021). Illuminating Yellow is paired with Ultimate Gray that is meant to convey strength and hopefulness. Interior and exterior designs will see more use of bright yellow in plant selections, outdoor décor and landscape designs. In Missouri, we have several native Sunflower options with long bloom-times to maximize the days you’ll see these beautiful blooms in action when added to your own home garden. *Ox-eye Sunflower is a favorite at Quiet Village Landscaping*. # **2021 Missouri Native Plant of the Year – Lanceleaf Coreopsis (*Coreopsis lanceolata*)** Bright yellow continues in 2021 trends with the Missouri Native Plant of the Year, Lanceleaf Coreopsis. This native perennial plant has attractive flowers that are especially important to pollinators in the early growing season, when they begin to bloom around May & June in the St. Louis area. Also referred to as Tickseed, this is a great option for most gardens. We usually plant these in dry or low-maintenance garden designs, because they are drought tolerant and can grow well in average to poor soil conditions. It’s a tolerant and cheerful plant… what every 2021 garden space needs! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Lanceleaf-Coreopsis-1024x682.jpg) Pictured above: 2021 Missouri Native Plant of the Year – Lanceleaf Coreopsis, photo taken in 2014 *Quiet Village Landscaping specializes in eco-friendly landscape design practices, including selection of top performing [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/). Talk to your landscape designer about incorporating the best native plants for you yard, into your custom landscape design!* # **2021 Gardening Trends – Bringing the indoors outside** Virtually everyone was spending more time at home last year, and getting more enjoyment out of your home has never been more important. You’re home, so why not enjoy it?! That’s why we are all about Better Homes & Gardens number two pick for [2021 Gardening Trends](https://www.bhg.com/gardening/gardening-trends/2021-gardening-trends/) – **bringing the indoors outside with outdoor living spaces**. They are calling [backyards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/backyard-design-improve-yard/) the new living room, and as outdoor living designers, we’re all about enhancing and beautifying bare or unused outdoor spaces. If we learned anything from the past year it’s that homes, restaurants, and business have a lot to gain from a functional outdoor space. So, it’s no surprise that the Norwegian term for this – *frilufsliv –* is trending. 2021 will be full of backyard renovations and focus on patios, fire pits, outdoor lighting and comfortable outdoor entertaining areas that delight. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Bringing-the-indoors-outside-backyard-design-1024x682.jpeg) Bringing the indoors outside, by creating inviting outdoor living spaces. # Large Scale Outdoor Living Projects – Creating multiple rooms outside A growing trend in outdoor living design is [creating multiple spaces](https://www.belgard.com/blog/2020/12/19/2021-outdoor-living-trends-forecast/), or “outdoor rooms”. Natural stone and paving producer Belgard has found that more homeowners are interested in outdoor areas with multiple rooms that can be used for entertaining, relaxing, and even at-home schooling and remote work. More time at home means you need also want close places to move into, or spend time away from your typical indoor hangout spaces or at-home office. Extending living spaces into the yard can be a creative way to add square footage to the spaces you can enjoy at home. With the right design, anyone can spend more time outside during their daily routines. Yoga, reading, texting, emailing, cooking, and unwinding all come to mind! One popular request for our clients in St. Louis and Chesterfield continues to be an outdoor fireplace or firepit. A source of heat extends both the number of days and amount of time that can be spent outdoors comfortably. A wood or gas firepit gives added ambiance to even small backyard patio spaces. We’ve also seen an increase in multiple outdoor features as a way to create additional places for groups to gather outside, like the photo below. Outdoor spaces provide valuable entertaining spaces that are social distancing friendly, no matter what special features they include. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Pergola-and-outdoor-firepit-1024x682.jpeg) We’ll continue to add to this list as we see more outdoor living design trends develop over the year. To see more outdoor living trends, [check out our Instagram page](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/). We post trendy concepts, landscape design inspiration, and completed projects from our team of landscape architects, designers, and gardeners. If you’re ready to start planning your new outdoor living space, then you might be interested to read our article discussing [price points for outdoor living spaces, like a new patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/). The cost to create a new outdoor living space can vary widely depending on the project scope, material selection, and more. We work to guide you through this process from idea to installation, and look forward to working with you to create an outdoor oasis you’ll enjoy! 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Then it's time to invest in landscaping. Not only will it make your home look beautiful, but it can also add some serious cash to your pockets. **Content:** # Enhancing Your Property’s Value: The Art of Landscaping Investment February 3, 2023 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/enhancing-propertys-value-art-landscaping-investment/#respond) Are you ready to level up your property game and increase your home’s value? Then it’s time to invest in landscaping. Not only will it make your home look beautiful, but it can also add some serious cash to your pockets. According to a study by the National Association of Realtors, a well-landscaped home can increase its value by up to 20%. Here are the top five ways to invest in landscaping upgrades, listed in order of the biggest bang for your buck: ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/investing-in-landscaping-1024x683.jpeg) 1. **Hardscaping:** Want to create a backyard oasis that will have your friends and family begging for a BBQ invite? Then hardscaping is your answer! Adding elements like patios, walkways, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens can increase your home’s value by up to 20%. It’s like adding another room to your home, with a killer view. 2. **Landscape Lighting:** Who says the party has to end when the sun goes down? Adding outdoor lighting not only makes your home look gorgeous at night but can also improve safety and security. This upgrade can increase your property value by up to 15%. New outdoor lighting systems feature LED color-changing bulbs that allow you to change the light colors to match your mood for the holidays, big games (Cardinals, Blues, CITY SC!), or party themes from your phone. 3. **Trees and Shrubs:** Nothing says “I have my life together” like a well-maintained yard with mature trees and shrubs. Plus, they provide shade and can help lower energy costs. Planting some greenery can increase your home’s value by up to 10%. They say that the best time to plant a tree is yesterday, so add this to the top of your list to allow plants to mature and fill-in for you to enjoy, or to look their best when you are ready to sell. 4. **Lawn Maintenance:** A healthy and well-manicured lawn can do wonders for your home’s curb appeal. Regular mowing, fertilizing, and weed control can increase your home’s value by up to 5%. Let’s keep those lawns looking lush with our signature Lawn Care Plus program, which also includes [aeration and overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/aeration-and-top-dressing/) in the fall. 5. **Flower Beds:** Who doesn’t love a pop of color? Adding some flower beds to your yard can make your home look more attractive and increase your property value by at least 3%. Plus, it’s a fun opportunity to show off your personal style. Be sure to select a few [beneficial native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/upgrade-st-louis-yard-top-5-native-plants/), too. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to invest in landscaping and turn your home into the envy of the neighborhood. Contact a professional landscaping company like Quiet Village Landscaping and start planning your dream yard today! 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If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services. If you still have any questions or concerns, please contact us. **SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS** ***This summary provides key points from our privacy notice, but you can find out more details about any of these topics by clicking the link following each key point or by using our table of contents below to find the section you are looking for. You can also click*** [***here***](#toc) ***to go directly to our table of contents.*** **What personal information do we process?** When you visit, use, or navigate our Services, we may process personal information depending on how you interact with Quiet Village Landscaping and the Services, the choices you make, and the products and features you use. Click [here](#personalinfo) to learn more. **Do we process any sensitive personal information?** We do not process sensitive personal information. **Do you receive any information from third parties?** We do not receive any information from third parties. **How do you process my information?** We process your information to provide, improve, and administer our Services, communicate with you, for security and fraud prevention, and to comply with law. We may also process your information for other purposes with your consent. We process your information only when we have a valid legal reason to do so. Click [here](#infouse) to learn more. **In what situations and with which parties do we share personal information?** We may share information in specific situations and with specific third parties. Click [here](#whoshare) to learn more. **How do we keep your information safe?** We have organizational and technical processes and procedures in place to protect your personal information. However, no electronic transmission over the internet or information storage technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, so we cannot promise or guarantee that hackers, cybercriminals, or other unauthorized third parties will not be able to defeat our security and improperly collect, access, steal, or modify your information. Click [here](#infosafe) to learn more. **What are your rights?** Depending on where you are located geographically, the applicable privacy law may mean you have certain rights regarding your personal information. Click [here](#privacyrights) to learn more. **How do I exercise my rights?** The easiest way to exercise your rights is by filling out our data subject request form available here: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ , or by contacting us. We will consider and act upon any request in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Want to learn more about what Quiet Village Landscaping does with any information we collect? Click [here](#toc) to review the notice in full. **TABLE OF CONTENTS** [1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?](#infocollect) [2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?](#infouse) [3. WHEN AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?](#whoshare) [4. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?](#inforetain) [5. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?](#infosafe) [6. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?](#infominors) [7. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?](#privacyrights) [8. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES](#DNT) [9. DO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?](#caresidents) [10. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?](#policyupdates) [11. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?](#contact) [12. HOW CAN YOU REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE THE DATA WE COLLECT FROM YOU?](#request) **1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?** **Personal information you disclose to us** ***In Short:*** *We collect personal information that you provide to us.* We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you express an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and Services, when you participate in activities on the Services, or otherwise when you contact us. **Personal Information Provided by You.** The personal information that we collect depends on the context of your interactions with us and the Services, the choices you make, and the products and features you use. The personal information we collect may include the following: - names - phone numbers - email addresses - mailing addresses - contact preferences **Sensitive Information.** We do not process sensitive information. All personal information that you provide to us must be true, complete, and accurate, and you must notify us of any changes to such personal information. **2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?** ***In Short:*** *We process your information to provide, improve, and administer our Services, communicate with you, for security and fraud prevention, and to comply with law. We may also process your information for other purposes with your consent.* **We process your personal information for a variety of reasons, depending on how you interact with our Services, including:** - **To deliver and facilitate delivery of services to the user.** We may process your information to provide you with the requested service. - **To comply with our legal obligations.** We may process your information to comply with our legal obligations, respond to legal requests, and exercise, establish, or defend our legal rights. **3. WHEN AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?** ***In Short:*** *We may share information in specific situations described in this section and/or with the following third parties.* We may need to share your personal information in the following situations: - **Business Transfers.** We may share or transfer your information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business to another company. **4. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?** ***In Short:*** *We keep your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy notice unless otherwise required by law.* We will only keep your personal information for as long as it is necessary for the purposes set out in this privacy notice, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (such as tax, accounting, or other legal requirements). No purpose in this notice will require us keeping your personal information for longer than 1 year . When we have no ongoing legitimate business need to process your personal information, we will either delete or anonymize such information, or, if this is not possible (for example, because your personal information has been stored in backup archives), then we will securely store your personal information and isolate it from any further processing until deletion is possible. **5. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?** ***In Short:*** *We aim to protect your personal information through a system of organizational and technical security measures.* We have implemented appropriate and reasonable technical and organizational security measures designed to protect the security of any personal information we process. However, despite our safeguards and efforts to secure your information, no electronic transmission over the Internet or information storage technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, so we cannot promise or guarantee that hackers, cybercriminals, or other unauthorized third parties will not be able to defeat our security and improperly collect, access, steal, or modify your information. Although we will do our best to protect your personal information, transmission of personal information to and from our Services is at your own risk. You should only access the Services within a secure environment. **6. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?** ***In Short:*** *We do not knowingly collect data from or market to children under 18 years of age.* We do not knowingly solicit data from or market to children under 18 years of age. By using the Services, you represent that you are at least 18 or that you are the parent or guardian of such a minor and consent to such minor dependent’s use of the Services. If we learn that personal information from users less than 18 years of age has been collected, we will deactivate the account and take reasonable measures to promptly delete such data from our records. If you become aware of any data we may have collected from children under age 18, please contact us. **7. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?** ***In Short:*** *You may review, change, or terminate your account at any time.* If you are located in the EEA or UK and you believe we are unlawfully processing your personal information, you also have the right to complain to your local data protection supervisory authority. You can find their contact details here: [https://ec.europa.eu/justice/data-protection/bodies/authorities/index\_en.htm](https://ec.europa.eu/justice/data-protection/bodies/authorities/index_en.htm). If you are located in Switzerland, the contact details for the data protection authorities are available here: . **Withdrawing your consent:** If we are relying on your consent to process your personal information, which may be express and/or implied consent depending on the applicable law, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us by using the contact details provided in the section “ [HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?](#contact) ” below . However, please note that this will not affect the lawfulness of the processing before its withdrawal, nor when applicable law allows, will it affect the processing of your personal information conducted in reliance on lawful processing grounds other than consent. **Opting out of marketing and promotional communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing and promotional communications at any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link in the emails that we send, or by contacting us using the details provided in the section “ [HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?](#contact) ” below. You will then be removed from the marketing lists. However, we may still communicate with you — for example, to send you service-related messages that are necessary for the administration and use of your account, to respond to service requests, or for other non-marketing purposes. **8. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES** Most web browsers and some mobile operating systems and mobile applications include a Do-Not-Track (“DNT”) feature or setting you can activate to signal your privacy preference not to have data about your online browsing activities monitored and collected. At this stage no uniform technology standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals has been finalized. As such, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals or any other mechanism that automatically communicates your choice not to be tracked online. If a standard for online tracking is adopted that we must follow in the future, we will inform you about that practice in a revised version of this privacy notice. **9. DO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?** ***In Short:*** *Yes, if you are a resident of California, you are granted specific rights regarding access to your personal information.* California Civil Code Section 1798.83, also known as the “Shine The Light” law, permits our users who are California residents to request and obtain from us, once a year and free of charge, information about categories of personal information (if any) we disclosed to third parties for direct marketing purposes and the names and addresses of all third parties with which we shared personal information in the immediately preceding calendar year. If you are a California resident and would like to make such a request, please submit your request in writing to us using the contact information provided below. If you are under 18 years of age, reside in California, and have a registered account with Services, you have the right to request removal of unwanted data that you publicly post on the Services. To request removal of such data, please contact us using the contact information provided below and include the email address associated with your account and a statement that you reside in California. We will make sure the data is not publicly displayed on the Services, but please be aware that the data may not be completely or comprehensively removed from all our systems (e.g., backups, etc.). **10. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?** ***In Short:** Yes, we will update this notice as necessary to stay compliant with relevant laws.* We may update this privacy notice from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Revised” date and the updated version will be effective as soon as it is accessible. If we make material changes to this privacy notice, we may notify you either by prominently posting a notice of such changes or by directly sending you a notification. We encourage you to review this privacy notice frequently to be informed of how we are protecting your information. **11. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?** If you have questions or comments about this notice, you may email us or by post to: Quiet Village Landscaping 9810 Page Ave. St. Louis, MO 63132 United States **12. HOW CAN YOU REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE THE DATA WE COLLECT FROM YOU?** Based on the applicable laws of your country, you may have the right to request access to the personal information we collect from you, change that information, or delete it in some circumstances. To request to review, update, or delete your personal information, please visit: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ . This privacy policy was created using Termly’s [Privacy Policy Generator](https://termly.io/products/privacy-policy-generator). **Categories:** General --- ### [Bird and Butterfly Landscaping in St. Louis and the Midwest](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/bird-and-butterfly-landscaping-in-st-louis-and-the-midwest/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Birds and butterflies in St. Louis and the Midwest are in trouble and need our help. Check out our landscaping tips for what you can do to help **Content:** # Landscaping That’s For the Birds November 19, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-thats-birds/#respond) As many of us dust off and install our feeders for the winter, it’s worth considering what more we can do in our landscaping for our feathered friends. Birds are in trouble and need our help. In the past 400 years we have lost 9 species in North America – today nearly half of our bird species in North America are considered threatened ([that’s 314 species!](https://www.audubon.org/news/314-north-american-bird-species-threatened-global-warming-audubon-scientists)). So what can we do to support them in our own yards? ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Untitled-design-300x169.jpg) - **Plant Native Plants** – Native plants serve as food sources for our insect population (especially slow-moving, nutritionally dense caterpillars) and in turn support our birds. **All** birds depend on insects to feed their young – even hummingbirds! That hummingbird feeder is essential for busy adults, but does nothing to build the bones and muscle of growing baby birds. An oak tree supports 518 different species of [butterfly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/spotting-monarch-butterflies-midwest/) and moth caterpillars; violets support 27 species – in contrast, hostas, daylilies and monkey grass support 0. - **Keep (or plant) trees** – Yes, this time of year they’re a pain (unless, of course, you’ve called Quiet Village to take care of them for you!). A flowering dogwood, our Missouri state tree, provides nectar for pollinators, berries for birds, food for caterpillars, and good nesting sites. - **Wait to do your clean-up until the spring** – For tidiness’ sake and good neighbor relations, clean up your front yard now. But leave your back beds until spring. Many of your perennials, such as coneflowers and asters, provide seeds for the birds over winter. And the leaf litter in your beds is an important over-wintering site for many of our caterpillars. - **Offer free water** – Bird baths or low volume [pondless waterfalls (see our previous post)](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/pondless-waterfall/) our great additions to your yard. Water is especially important over the winter, our driest season of the year. - **Provide winter cover** – Evergreens are the best option, but even dense shrubs help our birds ride out the cold of winter and protect them from predators. Our only native evergreen in the St. Louis area, the Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana), will provide both cover and a food source with their gin berries. - **Save trees that contain holes for nesting** – When safety allows, keep your dead trees that provide nesting sites for our cavity-nesting birds such as owls, woodpeckers and our feeder favorites – chickadees. Backyard bird feeding is a great first step but considering one or more of these items to create a true habitat in your yard. You’ll be amazed with the new birds you will start to see and will probably start noticing the array of other creatures that start calling your yard home. For more information on what more you can do for the birds, contact the St. Louis chapter of the Audubon Society and ask about their [Bring Conservation Home Program](http://stlouisaudubon.org/conservation/BCH/index.php) . Rebecca Eisele, one of our landscape designers, has a passion for birds and would love to help you get started. 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August 3, 2017 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/sneak-peek-vibrant-autumn-spring-blooming-bulbs/#respond) Besides keeping plants well-watered while temps are high, now is the perfect time to look ahead to fall and fall-planted bulbs! We’re now offering pre-order opportunities for popular Mums, Tulips, and Daffodils now, to get [vibrant colors added to your landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/plant-installation/) this autumn and next spring. Browse some of our favorite color blends below: **Glorious Garden Mums (and more!)** Mums are a fall favorite in St. Louis, and we love accenting autumn mums with ornamental cabbage, kale, pansies, and native grasses. Best of all, [Quiet Village Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/tree-shrub-planting-fertilization-pruning/) can add fabulous mums to your yard, starting at $167, installed (100 sq. ft.). **Tasteful Tulips** [![tulips st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-86734-300x200.jpeg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-86734.jpeg)Tulips are a perennial flower that blooms in spring, yet is planted in the fall, 6-8 weeks before a hard frost is expected. Some of our favorite tulip varieties include White Hot (vivid white and red flowers, great for Cardinals fans!), Cake Walk, Black Tie, Prosecco and more. Our landscaping crews can plant a selection of beautiful flowers for spring, starting at $124, per 100 sq. ft. **Dazzling Daffodils** Cheerful, sunny daffodils are another spring-blooming favorite in St. Louis. Daffodils are hardy and easy to grow perennials that are both der-resistant and rodent-proof (animals don’t enjoy the taste of the bulbs in the Narcissus family). Some of our office favorites include Pink & Lemon, Starry Night, Flower Parade, Golden Earring, and other colorful varieties. The Quiet Village gardening team can add daffodils to your property, starting at $124, installed (100 sq. ft.). As always, our team of landscape design professionals can help you select flowers that will work best for you and your unique property. We take into consideration the amount of shade, space, and overall feel of your property, to give you the best outdoor look. Looking for inspiration? [Visit our Houzz page](https://www.houzz.com/projects/users/quiet_village_landscaping)! It features recently completed projects, from homes and properties right here in St. Louis! 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Find out here!  **Content:** # Leaf Removal Dates for St. Louis Neighborhoods – Find Your 2020 Pick-up Dates Here! October 12, 2020 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/leaf-removal-dates-st-louis-neighborhoods-find-2020-pick-up-dates/#respond) Need to know when your City is doing leaf removals? Find out here! Every neighborhood in St. Louis schedules curbside leaf pick-ups on different days throughout fall. We keep track of these schedules so we can plan for the best times to blow leaves to the curb or schedule other [end of the season services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services) for our clients. Find your City on our list below, or contact us to get an updated quote for leaf removal. ![Best Gardening Company St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Leaf-Removal-in-St_-Louis-1-1024x575.jpeg) - **City of Creve Coeur, MO – Leaf Clean-up Schedule** **Ward Week Of** 3&4 November 2 1&2 November 9 3&4 November 16 *Catch up Week* November 23 1&2 November 30 *Catch up Week* December 7 3&4 December 14 1&2 December 21 The City of Creve Coeur requests that leaves should be placed by the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Monday of the scheduled pickup week to ensure collection. - **The City of [Olivette](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis/olivette/) – Curbside Leaf Collection Schedule** SECTION 1: ALL STREETS NORTH OF OLIVE, AND ALL STREETS OFF OF WARSON RD. PASS 1. NOV 3rd, PASS 2. NOV 18th, PASS 3 DEC 2nd, PASS 4 DEC 15th SECTION 2: ALL STREETS SOUTH OF OLIVE AND NORTH OF OLD BONHOMME, INCLUDING THE NORTH SIDE OF OLD BONHOMME. EXCLUDES STREETS OFF OF WARSON, SOUTH OF OLIVE PASS 1. NOV 4th, PASS 2. NOV 19th, PASS 3 DEC 3rd, PASS 4 DEC 16th SECTION 3: ALL STREETS SOUTH OF OLD BONHOMME INCLUDING THE SOUTH SIDE OF OLD BONHOMME PASS 1. NOV 5th, PASS 2. NOV 20th, PASS 3 DEC 4th, PASS 4 DEC 17th EACH SECTION MAY BE COMPLETED IN ONE DAY OR COULD TAKE UP TO ONE WEEK (7 DAYS) PER PASS TO COMPLETE DEPENDING ON WEATHER CONDITIONS AND VOLUME. ALL PILES MUST BE OUT BEFORE 7 AM OF THE SCHEDULED START DATE. - **The City of [Ladue](https://www.cityofladue-mo.gov/) – Leaf and Brush Collection Schedule** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/2020-fall-leaf-schedule-ladue.png) - **University City – Curbside Leaf Collection and Yard Waste Schedule** East Area for 2020 November 16-20 December 14-18 Central Area for 2020 November 2-6 November 30-December 4 West Area for 2020 November 9-13 December 7-11This year, University City is not requiring the City Yard Waste Sticker on any brown biodegradable bags, and in January will have holiday tree collection pick-ups. - **City of Chesterfield – Leaf Clean-ups & Yard Waste** At this time, Chesterfield residents do not have curb-side services for leaf clean-ups. Quiet Village Landscaping is available for full-service leaf removal and disposal in the Chesterfield area. We ask that all new clients [fill out this form](https://quietvillage.typeform.com/to/A8ZiSS) to get scheduled for a quote for 2020 fall services. - **City of Frontenac – Fall Leaf Collection** The City of Frontenac provides curb-side leaf collection services. The detailed schedule can be found online. Quiet Village is available for other outdoor care projects in Frontenac. If you don’t see your City listed above, you may not have City provided fall leaf collection services. You can visit your City website for more details, or call us to check on our detailed list of St. Louis-area leaf collection dates. Tags: [fall landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fall-landscaping/), [leaf clean ups](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/leaf-clean-ups/), [leaf collection](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/leaf-collection/), [leaf removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/leaf-removal/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** fall landscaping,leaf clean ups,leaf collection,leaf removal --- ### [Let Us Decorate Your Home or Business for the Holidays!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/let-us-decorate-your-home-or-business-for-the-holidays/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** We decorate homes and businesses for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Festivus, so you’re free to focus on the things that matter most. **Content:** # Let Us Decorate Your Home or Business for the Holidays! December 3, 2014 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/holiday-decorating-and-landscaping/#respond) ![Home decorated for the holidays with lights](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/home-holiday-decoration-lights-web.jpg "home-holiday-decoration-lights-web") ![Holiday tree wraps](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holiday-tree-wraps-web-1.jpg "holiday-tree-wraps-web") ![Business Holiday Decorating](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/commercial-holiday-decorations-web-e1575571322953-2.jpg "commercial-holiday-decorations-web") Let Us Decorate Your Home or Business for the Holidays! ![Holiday Container](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holidaydisplay2-e1575571397203-1.jpg "Holiday Planter Container") [![Holiday Wreath](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/holiday-christmas-wreath-web-e1575571351145-2.jpg "holiday-christmas-wreath-web")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/holiday-decorating-and-landscaping/holiday-christmas-wreath-web/) [![Holiday Container](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/christmas-trees-containers-web.jpg "christmas-trees-containers-web")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/holiday-decorating-and-landscaping/christmas-trees-containers-web/) At Quiet Village Landscaping, we believe the holidays should be fun, not frustrating. That’s why we provide a complete, hassle-free holiday decorating service, including decoration sourcing, set up, take down and storage. Come to us for everything from tree wraps to roof lines to lawn ornaments and decorations. We decorate homes and businesses for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Festivus, so you’re free to focus on the things that matter most. Visit our brand-new website to learn more: [LightUpSTL.com](http://www.lightupstl.com "Holiday Decorating Website"). Tags: [christmas](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas/), [christmas lights](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-lights/), [Festivus](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/festivus/), [Hanukkah](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/hanukkah/), [holiday decorating](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-decorating/), [Kwanzaa](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/kwanzaa/), [st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis/), [st. louis holiday decorating](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-holiday-decorating/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** Festivus,Hanukkah,Kwanzaa,christmas,christmas lights,holiday decorating,st louis,st. louis holiday decorating --- ### [Leaf Removal and Fall Cleanup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/leaf-removal-and-fall-cleanup/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping is here to meet your lawn’s needs this fall.  We offer a competitive rate for leaf removal and fall cleanup services. **Content:** # Leaf Removal and Fall Cleanup November 1, 2013 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/leaf-removal-fall-cleanup/#respond) ![Leaf removal and fall cleanup service, landscape maintenance](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/16419297_m-e1575555955269.jpg)Leaf Removal and Fall CleanupIn St. Louis, we love the vibrant colors that our trees display in autumn. However, we don’t love the back-breaking work of cleaning up fallen leaves, sticks, or—heaven forbid—stickerballs from those Sweet Gum Trees! Quiet Village Landscaping is here to meet your lawn’s needs this fall. We offer a competitive rate for leaf removal and fall cleanup services. With specialized equipment such as portable leaf vacuum systems, we remove leaves from garden beds and turf efficiently and effectively, leaving your yard looking good. We are happy to haul away the leaves to be composted. However, you can avoid the disposal cost by requesting us to put the leaves on the street a week before your scheduled curbside leaf pickup. Please follow the links below to double-check the curbside pickup schedule for your neighborhood. The Curbside Leaf Pickup service is brought to you by city tax revenue, so call your city’s public works office if you are unsure whether or not you have access to this service at this time. **Curbside Leaf Pickup Schedules:** [Clayton](https://www.claytonmo.gov/Home/ShowDocument?id=1640) [Creve Couer](http://www.creve-coeur.org/index.aspx?NID=329) [Ladue](http://www.cityofladue-mo.gov/brushleafcollection.aspx) [Richmond Heights](http://www.richmondheights.org/search.php?q=leaf) [University City](http://www.ucitymo.org/index.aspx?NID=112) To give your lawn the best care, we recommend scheduling a leaf cleanup three times this fall. Once in early autumn, again before Thanksgiving, and once more before Christmas. This helps your grass breathe easy and gets your yard into shape for company. Don’t let leaf-clutter prevent you from enjoying the beauty of the changing seasons. Give us a call today to set up a free estimate for your yard! Tags: [fall clean up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fall-clean-up/), [fall cleanup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fall-cleanup/), [fall landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fall-landscaping/), [leaf clean up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/leaf-clean-up/), [leaf cleanup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/leaf-cleanup/), [leaf removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/leaf-removal/), [professional leaf removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/professional-leaf-removal/), [rake leaves](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rake-leaves/), [raking](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/raking/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** fall clean up,fall cleanup,fall landscaping,leaf clean up,leaf cleanup,leaf removal,professional leaf removal,rake leaves,raking --- ### [Lawn Maintenance: Claim Your FREE Walkthrough and Estimate](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-maintenance-claim-your-free-walkthrough-and-estimate/) **Published:** February 21, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Lawn Maintenance: Claim Your FREE Walkthrough and Estimate - The weather is starting to show hints of spring -- it's time to start thinking about your lawn again. **Content:** # Lawn Maintenance: Claim Your FREE Walkthrough and Estimate February 21, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/lawn-maintenance-free-estimate/#respond) ![Lawn Maintenance](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/free-estimate-lawn-care-02-300x212.png)Lawn Maintenance: Claim Your FREE Walkthrough and Estimate**Lawn Maintenance: FREE Walkthrough and Estimate** Discover the benefits of our year-long maintenance plan The weather is starting to show hints of spring — it’s time to start thinking about your lawn again. Maintaining your lawn and garden is very hard work, and troublesome problems like drainage issues, unhealthy grass, or weed invasion only contribute to the frustration. Plan ahead to give your lawn the premium care it deserves without all the hassle. Sign up for a year-long maintenance plan with Quiet Village Landscaping. We offer the full range of professional-grade maintenance services. We keep your grass healthy, lush, and weed-free with lawn renovation, overseeding, sodding, aeration, top-dressing, and turf fertilization. We keep your yard neat with mowing, edging, pruning, mulching, bed maintenance and seasonal color displays. We can serve you with irrigation maintenance, clean-ups, and soil testing so that you can enjoy your outdoor living space. 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We take pride in our careful work, environmentally friendly methods, and quality materials. So take some of the stress out of your life—**contact us today to [claim your FREE walkthrough](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/ "Contact Us") of your property and receive an estimate on a yearly maintenance plan at no extra cost.** We can’t wait to hear from you! 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Mow smarter with our expert tips on maintaining a healthy lawn, year round! **Content:** # Lawn Care: How to Care for Your Lawn the RIGHT Way March 2, 2018 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proper-lawn-care/#respond) Lawn care goes beyond just cutting your grass when it gets too long. Mow smarter this year with our expert tips on maintaining a healthy lawn, year round! Our lawn care manager Robert Boehm shares information on general mowing guidelines as well as what height your mower should be set to, depending on what type of grass you have in your own yard. Pick up his expert lawn care tips below! **Mowing** In order to maintain a quality lawn, the turf must be mowed correctly. Mowing is considered a stress to the grass plant. It removes leaves that generate energy for plant growth and development. To survive, the grass plant uses reserve carbohydrates to regrow leaves. In order to minimize plant stress from mowing, mow tall and frequently so that no more than ⅓ of the leaf blade is removed with a single mowing. Mow at the high end of the recommended range of mowing heights for the different turfgrasses will produce the best lawns. **General Lawn Mowing Tips** - Make sure your lawn mower’s blades are sharpened. - Avoid mowing wet turf. - Alternate the mowing pattern to avoid soil compaction and wear. - Most mowers should be set at the highest setting. - Mow often enough not to remove more than ⅓ of the grass blade at any mowing. **The Proper Mowing Height** The following mowing heights pertain to the types of grass in our area. - Tall Fescue 3.0”-4.0” - Fine Fescue 2.5”-3.0” - Kentucky Bluegrass 2.5”-3.0” - Perennial Ryegrass 2.5”-3.0” - Zoysiagrass 2.0”-3.0” - Bermudagrass 2.0”-3.0” ![best lawn mowing company st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/mowing-300x200.jpg)When a lawn is mowed incorrectly, the turf can become thin and allow weeds to invade. Turf mowed too short will have a poorly developed root system and have less tolerance to disease, insects and drought. This year, our lawn care teams are using a new organic material called C20 that will build the soil. It will feed the soil microbes already in the soil that feed the plants. It will also help your soil become more porous and less compacted without [aeration](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/aeration-and-top-dressing/). As a result C20 builds the soil and will allow the nutrients already in the soil to become more readily available to the turf. Control for broadleaf weeds will be applied later this season, because the soil temperature is still too low for weeds to come up. Interested in learning more? Visit our [lawn mowing and trimming](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/) page to learn more about proper landscaping maintenance. You can also visit our [St. Louis-area lawn care services map](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis) to see if we’re mowing grass in your neighborhood. *Article written by: Robert Boehm, Lawn Care Manager at Quiet Village Landscaping.* [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proper-lawn-care/&t=Lawn+Care%3A+How+to+Care+for+Your+Lawn+the+RIGHT+Way&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proper-lawn-care/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proper-lawn-care/&title=Lawn+Care%3A+How+to+Care+for+Your+Lawn+the+RIGHT+Way "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proper-lawn-care/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proper-lawn-care/&text=Lawn+Care%3A+How+to+Care+for+Your+Lawn+the+RIGHT+Way "Share in Twitter") Tags: [best mowing height](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-mowing-height/), [lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care/), [lawn care st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care-st-louis/), [lawn care tips](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care-tips/) **Categories:** Lawn Care, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** best mowing height,lawn care,lawn care st louis,lawn care tips --- ### [Lawn Care Plus+ All-Inclusive Lawn Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-care-plus-all-inclusive-lawn-maintenance/) **Published:** March 15, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping is now offering a full-service Lawn Care Package, to keep your lawn looking great year-round. **Content:** # New Spring Service! Lawn Care Plus+ March 15, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/spring-service-lawn-care-plus/#respond) **Our new Lawn Care Plus+ Program consists of everything you need to promote a healthy, green lawn all season long!** For one flat monthly rate, uniquely customized to your property, our program includes: - 6-Step Fertilization & Weed Control - Fall Aeration - Over-Seeding - Nutsedge Treatments - Lawn Analysis by our Turfgrass Professionals - Plus, we have [Organic Options Available](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/go-green/) Lawn Care Plus+ is developed![best lawn care st. louis quiet village](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) around recommendations and best practices of the University of Missouri’s Turf Research. This new program takes all-inclusive care of your lawn from March through November, so *now* is the time to sign-up to receive the full benefits to maintaining your healthy outdoor space. **If your interested in learning more, or scheduling your service for 2016, [please give us a call at (314) 657-7050](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/).** Tags: [organic lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/organic-lawn-care/), [spring lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/spring-lawn-care/), [spring lawn clean-up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/spring-lawn-clean-up/), [st. louis lawn maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-lawn-maintenance/) **Categories:** Lawn Care, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** organic lawn care,spring lawn care,spring lawn clean-up,st. louis lawn maintenance --- ### [Ways to Remove Bush Honeysuckle and Why It's Important for Biodiversity](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/ways-to-remove-bush-honeysuckle-and-why-its-important-for-biodiversity/) **Published:** April 5, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Learn the top 6 ways a homeowner can remove invasive bush honeysuckle from their property, and the best native placement plants. **Content:** # Ways to Remove Bush Honeysuckle and Why It’s Important for Biodiversity April 5, 2023 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ways-remove-bush-honeysuckle-important-biodiversity/#respond) Invasive bush honeysuckle has become a serious problem for homeowners and the environment in St. Louis. This non-native shrub grows quickly and crowds out native plants, harming local ecosystems. It is important for homeowners to remove bush honeysuckle from their property to help restore the balance of the natural environment. Here are the top 6 ways a homeowner can remove invasive bush honeysuckle from their property, and the best native replacement plants if you are left with a bare landscape after removal. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/removing-bush-honeysuckle-from-property-1024x576.png) 1. **Hand Pulling** The most effective way to remove small bush honeysuckle plants is by hand pulling. Wear gloves and use a shovel or weed wrench to dig out the root system. It’s essential to remove the entire root system to prevent the plant from growing back. 2. **Cut Stump Treatment** For larger bushes, cut the stem near the base and apply an herbicide to the stump. This method is called cut stump treatment. Herbicides such as glyphosate or triclopyr are effective at killing the roots and preventing regrowth. It’s important to follow the label instructions and apply herbicides carefully to avoid harming other plants. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/removal-of-bush-honeysuckle-from-wooded-area-in-St_-Louis-home-768x1024.jpg) 3. **Foliar Spraying** Foliar spraying is another effective way to remove bush honeysuckle. This method involves spraying the leaves with an herbicide, which is then absorbed into the plant’s system and kills the roots. However, this method is only effective when the plant is actively growing, usually in the spring or fall. 4. **Controlled Burning** Controlled burning is a method used by professionals to remove larger areas of bush honeysuckle. The fire burns the plant’s leaves and stem, killing the above-ground portion and leaving the roots intact. This method is only recommended for larger areas and should only be done by professionals. 5. **Mechanical Removal** Mechanical removal involves using heavy machinery to remove large areas of bush honeysuckle. This method is only recommended for areas that are inaccessible or have a large amount of bush honeysuckle. However, this method can cause damage to the soil and should only be done by professionals. 6. **Combination Approach** A combination of methods is often the most effective way to remove bush honeysuckle. For example, cutting the stem and then applying an herbicide to the stump will prevent the plant from growing back. Using a combination of methods will ensure that the plant is completely removed and will not regrow. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Clearing-invasives-from-a-backyard-in-St_-Louis-768x1024.jpg) **Why Removing Bush Honeysuckle is Important for the Environment in St. Louis** Bush honeysuckle is not native to the St. Louis area and has no natural predators. As a result, it grows quickly and out-competes native plants for resources such as water, light, and nutrients. This leads to a decrease in biodiversity and the loss of habitat for native species. Removing bush honeysuckle will allow native plants to return and provide habitat for local wildlife. **How a Professional Landscaper can Help** A landscaper can help homeowners remove bush honeysuckle from their property by providing expert advice and implementing the best removal methods. They can also help homeowners choose native plants to replace the honeysuckle, which will promote biodiversity and provide habitat for local wildlife. A landscaper can also provide ongoing maintenance to ensure that the native plants thrive. **Good Plants to Replace Honeysuckle** There are many native plants that can replace honeysuckle, such as: - **Eastern Redbud:** A small tree that produces pink flowers in the spring. - **Black-eyed Susan:** A perennial flower that attracts pollinators and provides food for birds. - **Spicebush:** A shrub that produces yellow flowers in the spring and red berries in the fall. - **Butterfly Weed:** A perennial flower that attracts butterflies and provides food for caterpillars. - **Virginia Creeper:** A vine that provides habitat for birds and produces red berries in the fall. Find more native plant recommendations in many of our other blog articles, including [this one that lists our top favorites](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/upgrade-st-louis-yard-top-5-native-plants/) that perform well in most yards. They are hardy plants that are beautiful, too! You can also see other [top performing plants we frequenty feature in landscape designs here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/plants-st-louis-garden/). 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Hit the mat for an hour-long all-levels class (all ages and abilities welcome!) specifically tailored to women. **Content:** # We’re Hosting a FREE Women’s Self-Defense Class! January 4, 2018 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hosting-free-womens-self-defense-class/#respond) Join us for a free, one hour self-defense class led by Mixed Martial Arts Instructor, Daniel Isaac, at Quiet Village Landscaping’s new office. Hit the mat for an hour-long all-levels class (all ages and abilities welcome!) specifically tailored to women. Friday, January 26th from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. This self-defense basics class will teach you how to defend yourself against common chokes, grabs, bear hugs, and other attacks. Gain confidence and learn life saving skills as well as situational awareness in a safe space. After class, stick around for wine, beer, drinks, and light appetizers. You can also tour our new office location, ask questions about your plants or pick-up a few landscaping tips, as well as get to know our team! If you have any specific needs, concerns, injuries, or limitations, please let us know via your RSVP, or connect with the teacher directly before the class begins. **Reservations are required**, and please feel free to bring a guest! Call our office at (314) 657-7050 to reserve your spot in this unique class experience! 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With increased awareness about this problematic pest plant, we’re sharing some of the best ways any property owner can work to get rid of Bush Honeysuckle. ## **Honeysuckle Removal & Control** Invasive bush honeysuckle can be removed any time of the year in St. Louis. However, we recommend early spring and late fall, because it has leaves when most other shrubs and trees don’t. This also helps to be able to identify these plants, for easier removal. You can work in sections or phases to remove honeysuckle off of your own property or even talk to your neighbors and community members about ways to remove honeysuckle in your neighborhood. Once you’ve successfully ID’ed the invasive plant, you can get started on removal with these easy steps. 1. ### **Hand Pull Small Honeysuckle Plants.** Small plants can be easily pulled from the ground using just your hands or small hand shovel. 2. ### **Stump and Stem Cutting.** Honeysuckle grows fast. Larger plants can be trimmed close to the root, then treated with herbicide. 3. ### **Dig Out Plant Roots.** Expansive honeysuckle bushes can be removed by digging out the roots entirely with shovels. 4. ### **Call in the Pros.** Overtime, honeysuckle can form into large masses, requiring considerable time to remove. Consider hiring a landscaper or gardener to remove giant swaths of honeysuckle. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bush-honeysuckle-1024x604.png)Invasive Bush HoneysuckleThere are several effective methods for removing invasive honeysuckle, depending on size. Typically you can remove the invasive plant by cutting the plant stem as close to the ground as possible, then applying an appropriate herbicide (you can find this at gardening centers, Home Depot, or Lowe’s) to the cut stem. Keep in mind that any and all stems that are left without a herbicide treatment are likely to quickly resprout and grow back. Herbicide is recommended over digging up the entire plant (especially large, established masses), because digging up large bush honeysuckle plants can cause damage to other plants and could cause soil erosion or other issues when removing the honeysuckle on your own. Our landscaping team of outdoor experts and gardeners continuously [removes invasive honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/weed-and-pest-control/) from client properties and we are proud of our efforts in providing [environmentally conscious landscaping services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) to homeowners and businesses who don’t have the time or resources to remove extensive amounts of bush honeysuckle from their property on their own. If you don’t know what plant you have in your yard, or are wondering if it’s honeysuckle, just send us a photo and we will help you identify the plant. Send your photo for assistance in plant identification. It’s important to know what plants you have to know the best way to remove, transplant, or take care of them. If you have an area that needs professional help with honeysuckle removal, let us know! [We would be happy to help](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us), including assisting with volunteer efforts for community projects get rid of this invasive pest plant. Together, we can help re-established native plants into our own backyards and surrounding communities. Tags: [get rid of honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/get-rid-of-honeysuckle/), [honeysuckle removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/honeysuckle-removal/), [how to remove bush honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/how-to-remove-bush-honeysuckle/), [how to remove honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/how-to-remove-honeysuckle/), [remove bush honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/remove-bush-honeysuckle/), [remove honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/remove-honeysuckle/), [removing invasive honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/removing-invasive-honeysuckle/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** get rid of honeysuckle,honeysuckle removal,how to remove bush honeysuckle,how to remove honeysuckle,remove bush honeysuckle,remove honeysuckle,removing invasive honeysuckle --- ### [home-holiday-decoration-lights-web | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/home-holiday-decoration-lights-web-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** home-holiday-decoration-lights-web December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Home decorated for the holidays with lights **Content:** # home-holiday-decoration-lights-web December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/holiday-decorating-and-landscaping/home-holiday-decoration-lights-web/#respond)[![Home decorated for the holidays with lights](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/home-holiday-decoration-lights-web-300x195.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/home-holiday-decoration-lights-web-1.jpg) Home decorated for the holidays with lights **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care --- ### [Front Yard Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/front-yard-landscaping/) **Published:** May 8, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Looking to boost your home's curb appeal? Pick up our front yard landscaping suggestions that highlight the features of your house.  **Content:** # Front Yard Landscaping May 8, 2019 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/front-yard-landscaping/#respond) Looking to boost your home’s curb appeal? Pick up our front yard landscaping suggestions that can help to highlight the features of your house. ![front yard landscaping st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5368-300x200.jpg) Gone are the days of a basic front yard filled with turf grass. Most homeowners are now looking for ways to increase their homes value by adding curb appeal with front yard landscaping. While it does take some time for plants to grow large and fill out spaces, by getting started on landscaping ideas now, your home will only look more beautiful over the years! Just keep in mind that while some ideas are universally useful, you do need to take into consideration placement and types of plants you are selecting so that your landscaping thrives in St. Louis. **Container Gardens** Add immediate curb appeal to any front yard area with a collection of potted container plants. Containers are great because they can be used even in small spaces or where there isn’t much room to plant into the soil, like in urban areas. You can also move and re-position pots which is great for use on porches, patios, driveways or decks. Balance different sized containers to create a pleasing collection of plants, in which you can grow a variety of plants including edibles for cooking! **Designed for Privacy** Some homeowners choose to create a private oasis with plants in the front yard. If done correctly, privacy landscaping will also enhance curb appeal. **Driveway Landscaping** Curb appeal starts right at the property line, or where visitors will pull into a driveway. Take your driveway and plantings surrounding the immediate area into consideration, as it’s the first impression many will have of your home overall. **Front Door Ideas** Even if you don’t regularly use your front door as an entrance, you’ll want to pay attention to this as a focal point of your front yard landscaping. You can add seasonal color to your front door area with hanging baskets, window boxes, or a container garden. **Seasonal Plant Beds** Typically, we recommend a collection of plants to be featured in one plant bed area that will compliment each other throughout the growing season. Average bloom times and color phases are carefully thought out to make sure your front yard landscaping will always have “something going on.” [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/front-yard-landscaping/&t=Front+Yard+Landscaping&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/front-yard-landscaping/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/front-yard-landscaping/&title=Front+Yard+Landscaping "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/front-yard-landscaping/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/front-yard-landscaping/&text=Front+Yard+Landscaping "Share in Twitter") Tags: [front entrance landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/front-entrance-landscaping/), [front yard](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/front-yard/), [front yard landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/front-yard-landscaping/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/) **Categories:** Landscaping **Tags:** front entrance landscaping,front yard,front yard landscaping,landscaping --- ### [Landscaping Forest Park | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscaping-forest-park-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Landscaping Forest Park December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Landscaping Forest Park **Content:** # Landscaping Forest Park December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2796/#respond)[![Landscaping Forest Park](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2796-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2796.jpg) Landscaping Forest Park **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [St. Louis Forest Park Landscaping: Honeysuckle Removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/st-louis-forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping Co. volunteered with St. Louis' Forest Park Forever to remove invasive honeysuckle and other plants. **Content:** # Forest Park Landscaping: Honeysuckle Removal November 17, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Volunteer Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/volunteer-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/#respond)[ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2826/) [![Quiet Village Landscaping Team Forest Park](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2826-1.jpg "Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Team-Forest-Park") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2826/) [![Forest Park Landscaping Honeysuckle Removal Map](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal.jpg "Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/forest-park-map-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/) [![Landscaping Forest 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](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2800/) [![Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2808.jpg "Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2808/) [![Forest Park Landscaping Work](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2818.jpg "Forest-Park-Landscaping-Work") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2818/) [![Forest Park Landscaping Day](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2828-1.jpg "Forest-Park-Landscaping-Day") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2828/) [![Dennis Landscaping Co 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Landscaping")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2814/) Before Honeysuckle Removal [![After Honeysuckle Removal](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2817.jpg "After Honeysuckle Removal Forest Park Landscaping") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2817/) After Honeysuckle Removal On Friday, November 14th, Quiet Village Landscaping Co. volunteered with St. Louis’ Forest Park Forever Nature Reserve staff and Park Ecologist Peter VanLinn III to clear away invasive plants and trees. Despite the 34-degree weather, we removed honeysuckles, mulberries and other invasive species from a large plot of land in-between the Highlands golf course and Jefferson Lake. We ground up the plants so that the wood chips could be used for compost. Afterwards, Dennis had all of us over to his house for a BBQ. Now that’s what we call a good day! Tags: [forest park](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/forest-park/), [honeysuckle](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/honeysuckle/), [invasive](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/invasive/), [landscape maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-maintenance-2/), [mulberry](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/mulberry/), [plant removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/plant-removal/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [volunteer work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/volunteer-work-2/) **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community **Tags:** forest park,honeysuckle,invasive,landscape maintenance,mulberry,plant removal,st louis landscaping,volunteer work --- ### [Forest Park Honeysuckle Removal Day | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/forest-park-honeysuckle-removal-day-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Forest Park Honeysuckle Removal Day December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Forest Park Honeysuckle Removal Day **Content:** # Forest Park Honeysuckle Removal Day December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_1910/#respond)[![Forest Park Honeysuckle Removal Day](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1910-300x97.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1910-1.jpg) Forest Park Honeysuckle Removal Day **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Eco-Friendly De-Icer for Winter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/eco-friendly-de-icer-for-winter/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** This winter, we're offering an eco-friendly alternative to most de-icer products available on the market today, with free delivery!  **Content:** # Eco-Friendly De-Icer for Winter November 26, 2018 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/eco-friendly-de-icer-winter/#respond) This winter, we’re offering an eco-friendly alternative to most de-icer products available on the market today, with free delivery! Year-round our landscaping services are focused on providing environmentally friendly alternatives in our landscaping designs, installations and the products we use. This year, we’re taking it a step further by offering eco-friendly de-icer with free delivery to those in our St. Louis service area. Homeowners are able to purchase a reusable 50 lb. bucket and as many bags as requested throughout the winter-time. Large property or business owners can get special pricing on 36 or 49 count pallets, and all orders include free delivery (within our [service area only](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis)). **![ice melt st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/eco-friendly-de-icer-285x300.jpg)Environmentally Friendly Ice Melt** - Eco-Friendly - Pet Friendly Choice - Easy to Handle - Safer for Landscapes - Ideal for Spreading - Safer for Concrete & Walkways - Lasts 4-6 Hours (traditional ice-melts last only 1-2 hours). Plus, the lime green color is very easy to see. Keep your walkways, driveway and parking lots safe for visitors with an environmentally friendly de-icer that’s safe for you and your pets. Ice melt bags start at $35.36 with pricing on pallets available by calling our office at 314-657-7050. You can also get [extended winter services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services) like [snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/snow-plowing-and-removal/), ice control or holiday decorations by Quiet Village Landscaping. 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November 11, 2019 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/eco-friendly-snow-plowing-salting-shoveling-it/#respond) Winter is St. Louis is really unpredictable. Some years we gets massive amounts of ice and snow, with severe winter weather advisories popping up *all the time*. Other years, temperatures stay mild, with little to no snow. No matter what weather is on the horizon this season, our outdoor crews are ready! We provide on-demand snow services for families and businesses, working around the clock when needed to make sure driveways, parking lots, walkways and stairs are safely cleared of snow, and salted for safety. Wondering how we stick to our core values of sustainability, to make sure we keep even our Winter services eco-friendly? Read on! **Eco-Friendly Snow Plowing, Salting & Shoveling in St. Louis** As autumn leaves begin to fully drop along with temperatures, we being to prepare for our [Winter services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services). In addition to installing [Holiday lights](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/holiday-light-displays-residential-commercial/) and outdoor decor, we start getting our snow removal equipment and tools ready for the season. Key steps include a full mechanical inspections of our vehicles, plows, and salt spreaders. We also provide safety training to our team to ensure they are driving, walking, and working safely during storm and ice events. Next, we work to make sure our services are as eco-friendly as possible. Before each and every snowfall event, we re-calibrate our salt spreaders and equipment to make sure we’re only using as much [eco-friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) ice melt as is needed, per outside conditions. This step is commonly skipped over by other landscaping companies, who are too rushed to care about the harm over-salting does to our environment, roads, and landscaping! 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Renovating your lawn can be especially effective when paired with our 6-step fertilization program. Our lawn renovation process transforms your lawn space from a weedy, patchy mess to a lush, green carpet. Before the Quiet Village team performs any lawn renovation work, we first start with soil samples that give us information on what we need to add or modify in your soil to improve the overall quality and establish grass. We then perform the following steps: **Weed Spray:** If you have a particularly weedy lawn containing clover, violet, yellow nutsedge, and crabgrass, we’ll use a broadleaf weed spray to eliminate any invasive weed plants in your lawn. **Dethatch:** Overtime, some yards become one thick knot of thatch. This can be a particularly challenging problem in any lawn with bermuda or zoysia grass. By dethatching your lawn, light and nutrients is able to reach your soil, and improve lawn quality. **Aerate:** Aeration removes 2-3″ plugs from the soil and places them on top. This allows water, oxygen and fertilizer to get to the root level, as well as reducing soil compaction over the entire lawn space. **Overseed:** We spread grass seed across your entire lawn to thicken bare areas and establish grass in areas that have had weeds and invasive grasses removed. **Compost:** The best natural fertilizer is dark black compost. With irrigation and rain, and nutrients from the top-dressing are absorbed into your soil and grass. **Water:** It’s very important to keep your newly treated lawn hydrated over the first several weeks, after a lawn renovation has been performed. Want to know more about our lawn renovation process? 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Before & after photos show the awesome transformation! **Content:** # Build-A-Bear Sculpture & Outdoor Plaza Design/Build at Union Station August 18, 2022 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/build-a-bear-sculpture-outdoor-plaza-design-build-union-station/#respond) Not everyone knows that the Build-A-Bear headquarter office is in St. Louis, right at Union Station. To mark their 25th business anniversary, Build-A-Bear wanted to create something unique to enhance the visitor experience outside of their flagship Build-A-Bear studio and home offices to celebrate the milestone. Working with a team of architects and contractors in St. Louis, we reimagined an unused outdoor area with the iconic **Build-A-Bear bear** as a sculpture for the centerpiece. See how we transformed the otherwise ordinary – and uninspiring – front entrance at the headquarter offices of Build-A-Bear into an inviting outdoor plaza for visitors to enjoy, and take memories with! # Build-A-Bear Sculpture & Patio Design/Build at Union Station ## *Before:* Union Station has seen some amazing improvements lately, and the outdoor courtyard adjacent to the Build-A-Bear buildings were overgrown, with a landscape that has taken over with traditional landscape plants that don’t provide dimension or impress. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Build-a-Bear-Headquarters-office-landscaping-renovation-1024x768.jpg) You can see that ivy has taken over the garden beds, and the uncared for rose bushes look scraggly with very few flowers. This landscape wasn’t planted with overall interest in mind, but rather to establish a few ornamental plants that at the time were considered crowd-pleasers and easy to take care of. ***Both of these plants definitely got overplayed in the 80’s!*** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/new-patio-installation-for-build-a-bear-headquarters-in-st-louis-1024x768.jpg) The courtyard renovation began with a full tear out of unwanted garden plants so we could level the dirt to create an outdoor patio with a wraparound retaining wall and border detailing to help the layout act as a pedestal for the eventual bear sculpture installation, which was going in last. You can already see how much more functional space this clearing and grading work has already provided. An entirely new space is created right next to the Union Station parking lot and front entrance of Build-A-Bear. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/new-patio-being-installed-at-Union-Station-in-downtown-St_-Louis-1024x768.jpg) This hardscaping project needed special detailing and features to serve as the pedestrian space for the bear sculpture that will be placed in the middle of the new paver patio. We created an actual pedestal for the bear to be placed on, along with a decorative border in a diamond shape to make it easier for the bear to be used as a cute backdrop for photos. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/build-a-bear-statue-at-Union-Station-construction-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x768.jpg) With the hardscaped area in place, Henry our construction crew leader was able to test the space we needed for the sculpture placement. Brick, stone pavers, and concrete were used to add seating and a focal point to this section of the courtyard garden space in between the two buildings. Next we started planting an ideal selection of [foundational plantings](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/foundation-plantings/) that are both tall and thick enough to naturally hide the parking lot and ‘concrete jungle’ located just beyond the courtyard. These mostly evergreen plantings help to establish the feeling of an outdoor room or special spot that families can enjoy while visiting Build-A-Bear or any of Union Station’s many family-friendly attractions. We planted a design featuring Crimson Queen Japanese Maples, Green Velvet Boxwoods, Taylor Junipers, and Alberta Spruces to add natural beauty in the plaza area. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/new-garden-installation-for-downtown-st-louis-1024x768.jpg) ## *After:* With the bear sculpture in place, outdoor lighting and final touch-ups were made to increase night-time visibility and promote accessibility to visitors year-round. Everyone is welcome to visit the public outdoor space directly next to the [Union Station](https://www.stlouisunionstation.com/) South Lot off of S 18th Street at the entrance of the parking lot and next to the Build-A-Bear Workshop at Union Station. The life-sized bear is ready for photos, memories, and time well spent enjoying downtown St. Louis. The bear sculpture is reminiscent of the bear seen in the iconic logo design of Build-A-Bear, with the design reflecting the well-known Heart Ceremony with the red heart on the bear’s chest. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Build-a-Bear-Sculpture-1024x768.jpg) We were so honored to be a part of the team that brought this outdoor art space to life. Artifex was the lead architect and we worked with [Garden Heights Nursery](https://www.gardenheights.com/) to purchase evergreens and surrounding plants. The project took several months of demolition, tear-out, and final installation of all pieces. The pavers used were Whitacre Greer engravable pavers in 8″ x 8″. Surrounding pavers were sourced from Pine Hall Brick, with retaining wall / sitting wall made from Versa-lok Brittany Beige color blend stone blocks. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Union-Station-family-friend-art-installation-by-Quiet-Village-1024x768.jpg) You can see even more videos and photos of the process on our [Instagram page](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/). We know this public outdoor space will provide enjoyment and a feel of community for Build-A-Bear visitors and the team that makes all of the magic happen at the headquarters office. We congratulate the iconic company on 25 years in business in 2022! Thank you for making us a part of the magic in your celebrating of bringing joy to the world with personalized teddy bears. Learn more about Build-A-Bear here: https://www.buildabear.com/ To start your own outdoor renovation project, [contact us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/) to get an expert opinion and quote for bringing your outdoor dreams to life with hardscaping, plants, [irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/irrigation), outdoor lighting, or more specialized projects like this, or an outdoor labyrinth, art installation, or public garden space. 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Because of our dedicated team and tasteful clients, we were able to create beautifully enhanced outdoor living spaces across the St. Louis area. Some of our most expansive designs included outdoor features like [retaining walls](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/), new patios, outdoor kitchens and fire places and ponds. All of our landscape designs feature our signature emphasis on sustainable elements, using native plants, permeable pavers, water conservation and stormwater management best practices whenever possible. Because of this [commitment to sustainability](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green), we were awarded the [Environmental Stewardship Award](https://www.landscapeprofessionals.org/nalp/nalp/membership/awards/environmental-stewardship-award.aspx) from the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Here is a complete listing of business awards recently received by our team: **National Association of Landscape Professionals** Environmental Stewardship Award 2018 Winner **Houzz** Best of Awards 2018 Winner **St. Louis Small Business Monthly** Small Business Awards Future 50 Winner **At Home Magazine** Architect & Designer Awards (ADA Awards) 2018 Finalist ![best landscaping design team](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/48408183_10156910653150775_4803080726188654592_o-300x146.jpg) We’re excited to kick-off another season of environmentally conscious landscaping in St. Louis! Our team is committed to going beyond View some of our other [past awards here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about). And, now is a great time to begin the process of planning for, and designing your new outdoor living space. Take advantage of the “slow” winter season to get ideas and a professional design created before the busy, busy spring and summer swing when everyone else in St. Louis is hoping to get their outdoor spaces spruced up just ahead of Mother’s Day or Easter entertaining. Getting started on a new landscape design is easy. Just reach out to us with your basic project details (property address, desired project features, etc.), and we’ll set an appointment for you to meet with one of our experienced [landscape designers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design). They will meet with you on-site to discuss your project, take measurements and more. Happy New Year, and we look forward to working with you soon! 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May 8, 2018 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/attend-green-living-festival-missouri-botanical-garden/#respond) This summer, make time to help your family live green while enjoying a hands-on festival at our beautiful Missouri Botanical Garden! Formerly the **Green Homes Festival**, Hosted by the EarthWays Center, this annual festival explores the links between sustainability, energy efficiency, conservation at home and a healthy environment. Quiet Village Landscaping participates by providing insights and our own outdoor living experts to share our wisdom on incorporating sustainable landscape design and “naturescaping” to your own home (or investment property!). Talk to our landscape design team about: - The Importance of [Native Plantings](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) - Bird & Butterfly Gardens - [Rain Gardens & Rainscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/rainscaping/) - [Organic Gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/organic-backyard-gardening) - Habitat Creation - [Naturescaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/naturescaping-native-plants-missouri/) - Planting Beneficial [Pollinator Host Plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/planting-pollinator-host-plants/) - And, any other landscape, plant or flower questions you might have! Event Details: **Green Living Festival** Missouri Botanical Garden Saturday, June 2, 2018 9:00 am – 4:00 pm \*Festival is held rain or shine.\* The [Green Living Festival](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/green-homes-great-health-festival/festival-archives.aspx) is a unique, with presentations and demonstrations by a curated selection of organizations and companies in the Greater St. Louis area who are committed to sustainable practices and education. Quiet Village Landscaping has been the selected outdoor living professional for the past several years and we’re looking forward to the 2018 Festival! **Check out a few photos of Quiet Village at past festivals, and we hope to see you at the 2018 Green Living Festival!** [![green living festival missouri botanical garden](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/image001.jpg "green living festival missouri botanical garden")](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) [![mobot green homes festival](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/MoBOT-Green-Homes-Fest-Group-Shot.png "mobot green homes festival")](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) [![Green Homes Festival](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Green-Homes-Fest-2016.jpg "Green Homes Festival")](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) Tags: [green homes festival](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-homes-festival/), [green living festival](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-living-festival/), [missouri botanical garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/missouri-botanical-garden/), [naturescaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/naturescaping/), [st louis festival](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-festival/), [sustainability](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/sustainability/), [sustainable landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/sustainable-landscaping/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** green homes festival,green living festival,missouri botanical garden,naturescaping,st louis festival,sustainability,sustainable landscaping --- ### [Adopt-A-Highway Missouri - See a Beautification Project in Olivette Unfold](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/adopt-a-highway-missouri-see-a-beautification-project-in-olivette-unfold/) **Published:** May 25, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** See an Adopt-A-Highway Missouri Landscaping Beautification volunteer project unfold in Olivette, MO. Bringing biodiversity to our local community. **Content:** # Adopt-A-Highway Missouri – See a Beautification Project in Olivette Unfold May 25, 2022 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/adopt-a-highway-missouri-beautification-project-olivette-unfold/#respond) Since the 80’s, people have been volunteering [all across our beautiful state](https://www.modot.org/adopt-highway) in order to help keep it that way. Quiet Village decided to join the effort in 2020, in an idea inspired by our [commitment to sustainability](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) and participation in the St. Louis Green Business Challenge. Our team of landscape designers, horticulturalists and eco-champions all came together to fulfill every type of adoption available. See how the beautification project has unfolded as we get closer to **planting a gorgeous garden for our community to enjoy in Olivette, MO.** # Adopt-A-Highway Missouri – Beautification Project in Olivette As a participating volunteer group in the program, you have four options as an adopter. Volunteers can choose to clean up litter, mow grass, beautify through landscaping, or to Grow Native! by planting native MO wildflowers or grasses at the adopted roadway location. Our sustainability team decided to select all three options, as long as the area was easily accessible in order to pick up trash, mow grass, and keep an eye on the landscape design and plantings that are to be designed. **Progress!** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/new-community-garden-in-Olivette-300x300.jpg) We then coordinated with MoDOT to adopt a unique off-ramp intersection space just down the road from the Quiet Village office at Olive Blvd. and Highway 170. This is a very busy intersection that seemed to get lots of litter. The intersection offered uninspiring views with some grass mixed in with a heavy blend of weeds and overgrown brush. The first volunteer event we organized saw us picking up several bags of trash and developing the garden beds for the new native plant-focused landscaping. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/adopt-a-highway-litter-clean-up-st-louis-missouri-Quiet-Village-team-1024x1024.jpg) Adopt-A-Highway Volunteers Then, construction crews brought in a construction dingo to start reshaping the ground & soil layout to help all new plantings survive. The existing soil conditions were less than ideal, so we are taking additional steps to make sure the new community garden will become established with healthy roots & good drainage. Heavy commuter traffic, use of salt for snow melt, littering, and general use all contribute to the lack of beauty, biodiversity and visual interest in this outdoor area. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscaping-beautification-project-in-Olivette-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x1024.jpg) Construction crews working their magic in Olivette. The new wildflower garden beds are now formed using steel landscaping edging to bring natural curves to the design. This first phase of landscape design installation allows for the concept to be established while removing weeds that would otherwise have to be continuously cut throughout the growing season (spring-fall in St. Louis). This saves us ongoing maintenance and helps our local community visualize the changes that are underway in this longer-term volunteer project. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/adopt-a-highway-wildflower-beautification-grow-native-1024x1024.jpg) Wildflower Beautification in Progress. Here you can start to see how the space will transform as we continue working on this beautification project alongside our frequently used roadways. If the middle shape looks familiar, that’s intentional! We hope to inspire people to be creative in their gardens at home or at work. We want this garden to give our neighbors, friends, and clients a bit of joy in their daily commute. And, we also want this to serve as a place of learning. When you see beautiful plants that thrive well in St. Louis, we hope it inspired you to plant a few in your own bare yard spaces! The next phase of the project will involve bringing in plants, rock material, soil & plant ID tags. We anticipate having more completed soon. Quiet Village is also committed to cleaning up litter 4 times a year at this intersection. A mowing crew visits this site bi-weekly to mow and pick up trash. Then, we host a volunteer meet-up with our office team to pick-up larger debris in surrounding areas that go beyond our volunteer mowing space. Follow along on the beautification on social media (find Quiet Village on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping) or [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/)) or check back here as we post updates! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/adopt-a-highway-volunteers-st-louis-Quiet-Village-1024x1024.jpg) Julia & Jessica volunteering! 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Find out when yours is scheduled here! **Content:** # City Leaf Clean-up Schedules Near You, 2018 Edition October 8, 2018 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/city-leaf-clean-up-schedules-you-2018-edition/#respond) **It’s officially fall, ya’ll!** City Leaf Clean-ups around St. Louis are starting for the 2018 season. So, as your landscape begins to transform from lush green to the stunning fall foliage we get in the Midwest, it’s time to mark your calendar for pick-up dates for your leaf and lawn debris. To help you stay on top of your landscaping maintenance, we’ve put together our annual list that shows when your city is coming around your neighborhood for leaf collection, yard debris, or other seasonal services. Even if your neighborhood doesn’t offer fall leaf collection services, [we can help](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/)! Just give us a call and we can swing by with our leaf vacuum track that quickly hauls away your leaves, keeping your yard looking great through Halloween and Thanksgiving! ## 2018 Leaf Collection Schedules Around St. Louis ![leaf collection schedule](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2277-1-150x150.jpg) ### **Creve Coeur, MO Leaf Pick-up** The City of Creve Coeur begins Leaf Vacuuming and Limb Chipping season the first week in November for 2018. Wards 1 & 2 receive fall services the weeks of November 12, December 3, and December 17. Wards 3&4 receive fall services the weeks of November 5, November 26, and December 10. [Get more details from the City of Creve Coeur here](https://creve-coeur.org/329/Leaf-Vacuuming-Limb-Chipping). ### **Olivette, MO Leaf Collection Schedule** The City of Olivette offers leaf pick-ups, scheduled in sections for 2018. If you live in Olivette, [visit the City website here](https://www.olivettemo.com/199/Curbside-Leaf-Collection) to see what section your property falls within to determine which leaf collection pass you will need to be ready for. ### **Ladue, MO Fall Leaf Pickup Schedule** Ladue, MO offers leaf collection services from October 1st to December 31st. Notification cards are mailed out in September for October, November and December leaf pick-up dates. Collection dates are organized in sections for 2018. [Find your leaf pick-up section here](https://www.cityofladue-mo.gov/departments/public-works-department/leaf-and-brush-pickup-schedule-125). ### **Clayton, MO Fall Leaf Collection Schedule** For 2018, Clayton residents will be scheduled for leaf collection, with a [detailed schedule available online here](https://www.claytonmo.gov/home/showdocument?id=3066). Leaf pick-up information is organized by date as well as subdivision or neighborhood to be serviced. Leaves must be raked into curb-line without bags or limbs. ### **Rock Hill, MO Leaf Collection Guide** Rock Hill provides leaf pick-ups on a two week alternative schedule from November through January. Leaf and brush collection in Rock Hill is scheduled based on regular trash services. [Watch the Leaf Collection Guide the City of Rock Hill uploaded her](http://www.cityofrockhill.com/departments/public-works/more/public-works/yard-waste/seasonal-leaf-collection)e, or you can check out your color-coded leaf pick up schedule [here](http://www.cityofrockhill.com/departments/public-works/more/public-works/yard-waste/seasonal-leaf-collection)! ### **University City, MO Leaf Collection Schedule** Often called “Tree City”, U-City picks up leaves starting at the end of October, going through December for 2018. You can view [East, Central and West Area collection dates here](https://www.ucitymo.org/705/Yard-Waste-Leaf-Collection-Mulch). Residents can also pick up mulch at Heman Park this year, or schedule a home delivery by calling 314-505-8560 (keep in mind that delivery fees do apply). ### **Chesterfield, MO Leaf Collection** Chesterfield doesn’t offer residents leaf collection services, but we do! If you live in Chesterfield, trust our landscapers with an [end-of-season yard clean-up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services) that includes [leaf removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/leaf-cleanup-and-removal/) or collection, collecting yard debris and waste or removal of any small shrubs or trees that are overdue for removal. We provide [year-round landscaping services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services) to keep your home looking its best, with seasonal outdoor decor, [snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/snow-plowing-and-removal/) and salting, ice control and more. Call or email us to get a quote for the 2018 Holiday Season! 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December 28, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/recycle-christmas-tree/#respond) Recycle your Christmas tree after the holidays by donating it to be re-purposed into mulch and wood chips at the following St. Louis-area locations: ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/ChristmasTree-Recycling-300x300.jpg) Christmas Tree Recycling Locations – St. Louis We hope you enjoyed your holidays! 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See how we do it! **Content:** # Commercial Snow Plowing December 4, 2019 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/commercial-snow-plowing/#respond) Not all landscaping companies handle commercial snow plowing. Why? Because commercial properties oftentimes need detailed care and attention. Commercial properties include businesses like restaurants, retail, breweries, offices, or stores. Busy places like this demand a high level of attention to detail that not all [snow removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/snow-plowing-and-removal/) companies are able to provide. ![snow plowing for businesses st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/20160120_004037-1024x575.jpg) This can be particularly hard to organize for commercial snow plowing companies in St. Louis, because of our famously unpredictable weather. We all know how it goes; one day might be in the high 60’s in December, while the next we get a below freezing snow storm that shuts down schools and half of the City. We also don’t know when snow storms will hit. Last year we saw lots of weekend snowstorms, and our winter care team works unusual hours to make sure parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and pathways were properly snow plowed, shoveled, and treated with ice melt, working around the clock to make sure people were safe while traveling to and from their properties. Depending on the type of business you may have, your snow plowing contract should reflect the services that best fit your needs. For example, a restaurant would need their parking lot, walkways, stairs, and sidewalks cleared before the restaurant opens. However an office that’s closed every weekend wouldn’t necessarily need snow plowing services ongoing through the weekend, they would only need snow removal ahead of office opening Monday morning. Other businesses rely on the severity of the snowstorm to dictate services. We might not visit a certain property unless we receive 2 inches of snow or more, to help save on costs. Or, we might only visit once per snowfall event. To help commercial clients keep their properties well maintained all winter long, we provide free delivery for eco-friendly ice melt. It’s easy to apply to help keep often used walkways nice and clear of snow or ice, in between snow plowing visits. For commercial snow plowing, we’ll get you a custom quote based on the size of your parking lot, driveway, sidewalks, and walkways. All of our snow services are full-service. That means we give you a high level of care that’ll keep you and your business [clear of snow and ice](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/ice-control-and-salting/) when you need it. Don’t risk injury or hassle with unreliable methods of getting snow out of your way. We work with commercial building property managers, office managers, administrative assistants, and business owners to make sure our outdoor services are aligned with their needs, year-round. Get in touch with us, to see if the Quiet Village team can take care of your snow plowing needs this year! Tags: [commercial snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/commercial-snow-plowing/), [restaurant snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/restaurant-snow-plowing/), [snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/snow-plowing/), [snow plowing st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/snow-plowing-st-louis/), [snow shoveling](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/snow-shoveling/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** commercial snow plowing,restaurant snow plowing,snow plowing,snow plowing st louis,snow shoveling --- ### [A Backyard Design to Improve Your Yard](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/a-backyard-design-to-improve-your-yard/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** If your yard feels lackluster, a backyard design is what you need to improve your yard and outdoor enjoyment of your home. Get a backyard design you'll love. **Content:** # A Backyard Design to Improve Your Yard December 4, 2020 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/backyard-design-improve-yard/#respond) Everyone wants a backyard they can enjoy. Some are lucky enough to move into a home that has a beautiful backyard space. The rest of us need help creating a backyard design that looks as beautiful as it is functional for our family to enjoy. A great backyard starts with a great design, and landscapers like us have a few tried and true ideas that anyone can use to immediately get more enjoyment from they space they should be using more… right in their own backyard! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Hardscaping-Design-Build-1024x682.jpeg) # Backyard Design to Improve Your Yard Now more than ever, people are seeing the value in improving their backyard design. As we spend more time at home, we might as well enjoy it, right?! So, you’ll need a fresh design that incorporates your wish-list of wants so you’ll be drawn outside, to enjoy this often underused space of your home. ## Start with your Wish List This is the fun part. Write down a list of things you’d like to do in your yard. Don’t make it complicated, just write down your ideas as a starting point to getting started on the best backyard design for you. Maybe you want to cook outside more. Maybe there is an ugly, overgrown corner of plants that you don’t want to look at anymore. Or, maybe you want a place to practice yoga, play with your children, or grow your own veggies. Whatever you want to do, write it down. Your wish list will help to make sure you get what you want out of your backyard design. Consider the different seasons, too. What you do in your backyard will be different in February compared to August (especially in St. Louis!). Popular backyard design wish list ideas we’ve seen: - Flat, [level lawn space](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/lawn-grading/) for games, sports, and play. - Shaded areas for entertaining and relaxing. - Rows of trees and garden beds planted for privacy and shade. - Plants moved around or removed for an improved aesthetic. - New patio for dining outside and less lawn care [maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance). - Removing invasive plants that quickly become overgrown and unsightly. ## Define your Style (and Home Style) Just like interior designers practice a multitude of different styles and design aesthetics, so do landscape designers. No two homes or yards are alike, which is why the best backyard designs are custom. Most people inherit a landscape design (or lack thereof) from the previous homeowners, so it may not fit your tastes, or even the architectural style of your home. Backyards should feel like a natural extension of the home, with a style to match. A backyard design should include plants and materials that match the aesthetic of the home and outdoor surroundings. And, your own personal tastes and preferences should be reflected in the backyard design you use. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Back-yard-design-patio-fire-pit-e1607123554796-1024x1024.jpg) ## A DIY or Professional Backyard Landscape Design This is where most homeowners get stuck, because they don’t know if they should hire a professional or start working on a DIY landscape design. Look around, and you’ll likely spot plenty of both in your own neighborhood, and you’ll probably be able to tell which is which pretty quickly. We’ve even seen many DIY yards that skipped the design part all together. Most people have the ability to create a quick sketch of the outside parameter of their home, and draw in a few spaces they would like garden beds or plants. However, they may not be sure which plants to select for which areas. Or, they don’t know what will grow best in different areas of the yard. Planning and plant selection are the main reasons why we highly recommend a landscape designer for any major landscape design changes. Our landscape designs are free for our existing customers, and included with the cost of installation. A professional landscape design gives you all of the insights you need to make your wish list come to life, without any of the guess work a DIY design brings. You can [learn more about our landscape design process here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design), and even sign up for get a free consultation with one of our designers! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-1024x1024.png) ## Backyard Design Budgeting & Timing Now that you have your wish list and style ideas in place, you’ll need to think about the cost and timing for your backyard design. Spending on a backyard renovation project varies depending on what needs to be done. Minor improvements and landscaping enhancements can be made for around $5,000. Larger backyard design projects can be installed for approximately $10,000 or more. Hardscaping elements like a [new patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/) or outdoor kitchen cost more than new garden beds, lawn grading, and plantings. Keep in mind that each project is unique, and it’s likely that the larger your yard is, the larger your budget on a backyard design will be to have the biggest impact. A backyard design should be planned around the seasons and your needs. If your design includes lots of new trees and plantings, then you’ll want to make sure you have your design ready to go during planting season (in St. Louis, the best times to plant are spring and fall). You may have a special event or time you’d like your backyard design completed by, so it’s important to have your design ideas in place to give yourself at least a month or so for installation. This is especially true for hardscaping projects, or a backyard design that includes special features, unique specimen plants, or other uncommon features. By far the best time to start on a new backyard design is winter. All landscape companies and landscape designers are less busy during the cold, winter months. This means they will have more time to meet with you and spend on your design. Hardscaping projects can be constructed when it’s cold outside, and you aren’t using your yard as much (if at all), and [new plants](https://grownative.org/resource-guide/landscape-designers/) can be planted as soon as the weather allows. Instead of waiting until spring, start the planning process in winter! ## Get Started on your Dream Backyard! With your wish list in hand, it’s time to get the ball rolling. Save photos of backyard design ideas you love, or take photos of yards in your area that make you smile. You can start sketching a simple design yourself, or [meet with a landscape designer](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) to plan your very own backyard oasis. Soon you’ll be enjoying your own home even more, while boosting curb appeal and home value in the process. What makes a house a home is the unique charm you bring to the outdoor spaces that surrounds it. [Get inspired](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/) for your own yard, to bring your dream backyard to life. Even small improvements can have a big impact on the quality of life you enjoy in the comfort of your own backyard. You can learn a few more [DIY gardening hacks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-hacks-missouri-gardener/) on our previous blog post here! 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It’s a style of [garden design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) that balances a well-chosen mix of [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) & perennials, annuals, flowering shrubs, and ornamental trees that provides year-round interest and color to your landscaping. Most home gardens are loaded with blossoms in spring and early summer only. Why? Because it’s when the majority of flowering perennials, shrubs and trees bloom. This gives your garden a burst of color that, while beautiful, is short lived. Our seasons are dramatic in St. Louis, which makes this style of landscape design especially key in creating an outdoor oasis you can appreciate all throughout the year, not just over a month or two. ![four seasons garden st louis landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/1M5A3228.jpg) With a little thoughtful planning, though, there can be something in your yard to delight the senses at every time of the year! In a well-balanced landscape design you might have spring-flowering Daffodils, Tulips, Iris, Peonies, Forsythia, Azaleas, Lilacs, Rhododendrons, and Dogwoods that then give way to summer-flowering Poppies, Coneflowers, Daylilies, Catmint, Astilbe, and Hydrangeas. Shade-loving plants like Hostas, Coral Bells, and Golden Hakone Grass brighten garden beds with their vibrant foliage. Annual Lantana and Impatiens keep their color till around Halloween, when the Red Maples become a showy red and Ginkgo leaves turn golden yellow. The ornamental bark of these trees also adds landscape interest throughout the winter months, as do the red fruits of the Hawthorn tree and the evergreen form and color of the conifers, which range from tall Blue Spruces to White Pines with beautiful, long needles. To create your own Four Seasons Garden you can start by keeping track of what flowers when to determine where your garden could use more interest. Then you can research, plant, and experiment to learn about plants that have ornamental value during those times of the year. At Quiet Village, our landscape designers always keep Four Seasons Gardening at the front of mind. Our design team always recommends native plants that have long-lasting landscaping interest. **Here are a few of our favorite Missouri native plants that bring no-maintenance life to any outdoor space!** - **Threadleaf Blue Star** – Spring flowers, soft texture, yellow fall color - **Rattlesnake Master** – Interesting summer blooms, striking foliage, fragrant, wonderful dried flower. - **Little Bluestem Grass** – Blue/gray/green foliage that turns a scarlet brown in the fall almost glowing on a rainy day. - **American Beautyberry** – Early summer blooms, beautiful fall berry production that persists into the winter. - **Prairie Dock** – Huge, interesting leaves, whimsical flower, late season blooms. - **Blue False Indigo** – Spring blooms, followed by beautiful seed pods. - **St. John’s Wort** – Summer blooms, followed by beautiful fruit. - **Purple Coneflower** – Summer blooms, followed by interesting spent flower structures which are great food source for finches. - **Christmas Fern** – Evergreen, small fern for the shade. ![native plants st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/1M5A3271.jpg) Note that these plants will all thrive in different growing conditions. [Research each native plant](https://www.brightsidestl.org/what-we-do/demonstration-garden/native-plants/) specifically, or let us know which plants you like and we can assist in placing them in your landscape design. 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The kick-off to July has been damp so far, bringing with it sewer overflow, yard flooding, and in some cases, need for rain mitigation. Luckily, [Quiet Village Landscaping is here to help!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/rain-gardens/) While we can’t control the weather, we can create effective landscaping designs that help to mitigate the damage caused by saturated soil conditions. We incorporate our landscape designs with proper planting design, water features, catch basins, rain barrels, permeable pavements and other efforts. [![msd project clear](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/project_clear_logo_1200x630_01-300x158-1.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/project_clear_logo_1200x630_01-1.jpg) We are especially excited to share that right now, certain St. Louis-area residents qualify for a $3,000 Rainscaping Grant, through [MSD’s Project Clear Rainscaping Small Grants Program](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/apply-rainscaping-msd-project-clear-small-grant/). Our rainscaping designs can help to make sure your business or residential landscaping project gets approval and funding through the program. Current residents and businesses located in the 63108, 63108, and 63110 zip codes are eligible to apply, and our landscape design team would love to help! 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Cool-season grasses in particular need a fall feeding to get ready for spring next year. Here are a few of our green industry tips on how to winterize your own lawn. **Fall Lawn Fertilizing** - [Fertilize cool-season grasses](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/fertilization/), like fescue, bluegrass, and ryegrass in September, October or November. - Fertilize warm-season grasses, like Bermuda, Zoysia, and St. Augustine in July, August or September. **[![blow leaves](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/blow-leaves-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/blow-leaves.jpg)Help Control Lawn Disease, Weeds and Insects** - To help prevent lawn diseases during the fall and winter, remove fallen leaves from your yard. Leaves left on your lawn encourage diseases by preventing sunlight and air from reaching the grass. Use a rake or blower to collect the leaves, and add them to your compost pile. Or, [give us a call to schedule your fall leaf clean-ups](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/leaf-cleanup-and-removal/). We’ll remove yard waste as well! **Fall Lawn Mowing and Composting** - The best time to [spread mulch](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/edging-and-mulching/) is early fall, spring and summer. This is partly because mulch retains heat and moisture. **Winterize a Warm-Season Lawn** - Starting with the first freeze of the season, a warm-season lawn will begin to change from green to brown. This period of dormancy is a natural part of the life cycle for turf grass. This makes fall a great time to overseed your dormant lawn with a cool-season grass to maintain a greener lawn appearance. 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Other problems may adversely affect your lawn such as invasive plants, heavy shade, compaction, or fungal or insect activity. If your lawn needs help, give us a call. Our lawn care professionals can examine your lawn’s problem areas to determine the cause and the best solution for long-term results. We offer environmentally friendly solutions. **For best results, dead or thin spots need to be replanted or renovated late May – early June, so get in touch with us soon!** Tags: [lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care/), [lawn maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-maintenance/), [lawncare](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawncare/), [st. louis lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-lawn-care/), [zoysia grass](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/zoysia-grass/) **Categories:** Lawn Care **Tags:** lawn care,lawn maintenance,lawncare,st. louis lawn care,zoysia grass --- ### [All Natural Garden Soil Additives](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/all-natural-garden-soil-additives/) **Published:** April 28, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Here are a few all-natural soil additives that are amazing to use, to get your garden soil as healthy as possible! **Content:** # Awesome – and All Natural! – Garden Soil Additives April 28, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/all-natural-garden-soil-additives/#respond) Everyone on our team knows about using eco-friendly alternatives for [landscape maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) and home [gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/gardening/). Whenever possible, it’s always a great idea to switch to environmentally healthy options for maintaining your outdoor space. We have a few secrets that we use that can help to enable any home gardener to incorporate organic and natural solutions into their own outdoor program. Here are a few all-natural soil additives that are amazing to use, to get your garden soil as healthy as possible! **[![garden soil additives](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Soil-300x219.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Soil.jpg)Worm castings.** These can help to create a strong soil structure and they also help to hold moisture so you’re able to water your garden less. **Rotted Manure.** Rotted manure’s nutrient rich content helps to build a strong structure of carbon compounds within your soil, and can easily be found at gardening centers and local farms. Rotted manure can be added to garden soil before planting and added again as a top dressing around plants. **Homemade Compost.** Simply by using grass clippings, kitchen scraps, coffee grounds, dried leaves and other natural things from your home you can create your own “black gold” for your garden beds! Compost has beneficial nutrients in it, which helps your garden soil to be the perfect place for microbes. Compost makes a great top dressing to smother weeds around your healthy plants. Looking for more environmentally friendly ideas and gardening tips? 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It’s late February, and it already feels like St. Louis has made it through the tough of winter. Spring is on the way, signaling the start for preparations. For those with a green thumb, this means getting the gloves, spade, and soil out of the shed to kick off the gardening season. Here are Quiet Village Landscaping’s three things you should keep in mind before the weather warms up and the sun shines bright! 1. **Begin Seeding Now.** The beginning of spring is the perfect time to get a jump-start on seeding. It might seem like a daunting task, yet starting plants from seed can be surprisingly easy! Consult with our outdoor care experts for advice on how to see sprouts of green in no time. 2. **Enjoy Early Bloomers.** Pansies are one of our favorite early blooming flowers (this year, notice the them early in the spring season). Colorful pansies add early color to landscapes and containers before roses, tulips, or lilies. Early spring also makes for great timing for planting pansies, because these fun flowers thrive best in cooler weather. 3. **Try Containers Too.** St. Louis is notorious for ever-changing weather, so some gardeners may be weary of planting flowers too soon. Container gardens can be a great option to enjoy colorful blooms with the option to move them indoors during a cold-snap or severe storm event. As always, our team of outdoor living space experts are available to perform seasonal services for your property, like [spring clean-ups](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/spring-and-fall-clean-ups/), fertilization, lawn aeration, gardening maintenance, mulching, [hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-kitchen-grill-islands/) construction, and more! Give us a call at (314) 657-7050 for any of your outdoor living needs. 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Garden Heights Nursery, Missouri Wildflower Nursery & More! **Content:** # The Best Plant Nurseries & Gardening in St. Louis December 11, 2019 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/plant-nurseries-gardening-st-louis/#respond) Looking for plants in St. Louis? Shop local by stopping by one of our favorite plant nurseries & gardening centers in town. All of our favorites are locally owned and carry high quality plants, gardening tools, mulch, containers & more! Skip the big box stores and #shoplocal! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/best-plant-nursery-st-louis-1024x682.jpg) Garden Heights Nursery # **The Best Plant Nurseries & Gardening Stores in St. Louis** ### **Garden Heights Nursery** We love Garden Heights! You can find them right off of Big Bend Blvd. in Richmond Heights, MO. They carry a great selection of perennial plants, trees, shrubs, herbs and veggies. We also love the assortment of indoor plants, succulents and cute terrariums. Inside the gardening center you’ll find unique gifts, seeds, and other locally made products. Garden Heights also goes big for the holidays… it’s one of our favorite places for live Christmas trees, holiday gifts, candles and other fun stuff. They are truly the perfect one-stop shop for DIY-gardeners! We highly recommend visiting for unique gift ideas, indoor plants, and decorative containers for potted plants – indoor and out! ### **Missouri Wildflower Nursery** Ok, so Missouri Wildflower Nursery isn’t located in St. Louis, but we LOVE them anyway! It’s \*the\* go-to destination for plants and seeds that are native to Missouri. Here you’ll find popular perennials along with harder to find native plants that you can’t find in St. Louis. If it’s a native, they’ll have it! We appreciate that they bring their seeds and plants to St. Louis during the Spring and Fall (the best time to plant perennials plants) to drop-off locations like the native plant sale held annually at Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood, MO. Check them out, pick out your favorite native plants, and make sure we add them to [your landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design)! ### **Flowers & Weeds** Flowers & Weeds is a unique destination for plant lovers. Attend a terrarium class, swing in for a fresh bouquet of flowers, or buy yourself a lush indoor plant for your home or office. Have an event coming up? Flowers & Weeds can design your floral arrangements! You can even find them showing off their immense talents at the annual St. Louis Art Museum’s Art in Bloom event. They truly are artists with plants, and we love them for the creativity they bring to our green industry. ### **Bowood Farms** A gardening center with a cafe?! Sounds like a perfect stop to us! Bowood is a cool plant nursery with an outdoor gardening center and the popular Cafe Osage. Here you can sit outside among the plants enjoying breakfast, lunch, or a glass of wine. We love Bowood Farms for giving us a fun place to savor time outside with our favorite things…. plants! They are open year-round, but we love visiting when the weather is \*just right\*, so we can linger outside. ### **Garden Gate Shop** How can you not love the Garden Gate Shop at The Missouri Botanical Garden? Shop here and you’re supporting an iconic St. Louis institution that does so much for plant education, gardening, landscape design, outdoor inspiration and more. We make a point to come here as a team once a year to enjoy the beautiful garden grounds and be surrounded by some of the finest examples of landscape design and maintenance in our City. It’s a St. Louis treasure! You can also search on sites like [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/quiet-village-landscaping-st-louis-2) or St. Louis Magazine to find other local resources for all things gardening, plants, design, and style. We also like Ladue News, Vital Voice, and Design STL for outdoor living inspiration and ideas focused on home & gardening right here in St. Louis! 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Want to know what to plant in your garden for maximum curb appeal? Let’s dive into it! Years ago “keeping up with the Joneses” meant a nice home and a plain grass yard, the more green lawn space the better! While you can still find plenty of plain jane yards all over St. Louis, we are finding that more people want individuality, functionality and creativity with their landscapes. That means more flowering shrubs, more unique trees, longer bloom-times, and more diversity in your collection of outdoor plants. Showcase your style with a sleek, minimalist backyard or a more Goodbye boring yard; hello outdoor living room, butterfly garden or outdoor oasis to enjoy! Plant selection is often guided by likes and dislikes. Throughout our years as professional landscape designers, we’ve found that at the end of the day, most people want the same things. These are some of the best plants and trees that require little to no maintenance, feature long bloom times, and provide interest over more than one season (*sorry Surprise Lily*). This is our most up-to-date selection of top performing plants that will grow well in most St. Louis yards. - ## **Coneflowers (Echinacea)** At the top of our list is a what-should-be iconic flowering plant in Missouri that makes it into lots of our [landscape designs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/backyard-design-improve-yard/). Blooming between June and October in St. Louis, Coneflowers boast bright blossoms and are available in a variety of colors and sizes. Many varieties including several Missouri native plants are usually available at plant [nurseries](https://www.gardenheights.com/). Coneflowers are hardy perennials and need at least partial sun to thrive. Keep them out of your shade garden, but they will grow just fine in a semi-shaded patio space or front entrance. Flowers can be dead-headed to promote new flowers, and we recommend leaving spent blooms alone after fall, for birds to enjoy the seedheads. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Purple-coneflowers-and-hydrangeas-in-garden.jpg) Purple coneflowers and hydrangeas Coneflowers add a pop of color to existing garden beds, or can be used in a summer container garden display then planted into the ground in fall. If we could add coneflowers to every yard in St. Louis, we would. They are beautiful and beneficial to our fragile local ecosystem of wildlife. - ## **Garden Phlox / Creeping Phlox / Sand Phlox (native)** Phlox is another must-have plant, serving a gorgeous burst of color that grows well both as a groundcover or wall creeper. Try Sand phlox for a Grow Native themed garden, or go bold with other hot pink & purple phlox types like the plants in the photos below. You can see the difference a few years makes in the size and spread of phlox. Get them in the ground early so you can watch them fill-in and bloom a few years, then divide and add to other parts of your yard. Or, you can gift divided plants to others or giveaway at plant swaps. ![phlox planted in garden st louis landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Creeping-phlox-landscaping-in-St_-Louis.jpg) Established Creeping Phlox Plant ![Newly planted Phlox plant, starting to fill-in.](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/newly-planted-garden-phlox-at-Quiet-Village-Landscaping.jpg) - ## **Little Bluestem** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/little-blue-stem.jpg)Think beyond basic turf grass by adding some interesting ornamental grasses to your yard! Little Bluestem (*Schizachyrium scoparium)* offers seasonally-changing beauty including winter garden interest. Grass has a unique blue tint in spring and summer, followed by purple-bronze flowers and foliage in fall that lasts into winter. Little Bluestem is commonly used in rain garden designs or to provide low-maintenance interest to sunny areas. Best of all, this ornamental grass only has to be cut back once per year, in winter or early spring! - ## **Green Giant Arborvitae** These evergreen trees aren’t native to Missouri, but they are popular and highly functional. Green Giants provide excellent winter interest and is our go-to for natural privacy and wind screening. It’s narrow enough to fit into most yard spaces that need a larger tree that won’t lose all of it’s leaves in winter. Perfect to use between yard spaces, patio or pool areas to provide privacy between neighbors. Grows well in most soil conditions. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/best-plants-for-St_-Louis.jpg) - ## **Aster** Asters are one of the last wildflowers to bloom in St. Louis, making them a “keystone” perennial plant. They are an excellent choice to bring vibrant interest to gardens, with vivid blooms appearing in late fall that last well into winter. They provide stunning contrast to fall foliage with their bright purple and blue flowers. Aromatic Asters are [native to Missouri](https://grownative.org/native_plants/aromatic-aster/) and brighten up any garden with their vivid flowers. Grows well in partially sunny, full sun outdoor spaces. A pollinator favorite and important late-season wildlife resource available in several varieties. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Aster-featured-with-a-mixed-perennial-border-St_-Louis-plants-1024x768-1.jpeg) Asters featured in a mixed perennial border. - ## **Coral Bell aka Alumroot (Heuchera)** Like Coneflowers, Coral Bell is a versatile plant that comes in a multitude of varietals and colors. Heuchera americana is the Missouri native plant and you can find other popular varieties in purple, red, green, pink and more. Grows best in areas with plenty of sun to partial shade. A great low-maintenance plant with showy foliage. - ## **Spicebush** Spicebush is a lovely shrub that provides stunning fall foliage and small red fruit that birds love. This native plant is critical to the Swallowtail butterfly, whos larva (caterpillar) feeds on the leaves. Spicebush is excellent when planted along a border or in a large garden bed. Spicebush is always at the top of our list when a client request native plants that are beneficial to butterflies! Semi-shade to full sun. - ## Butterfly Bush ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Butterfly-Bush-e1679434586250-768x1024.jpg) If you love butterflies, moths, and showy purple flowers, this is the plant for you! This is a pretty flowering shrub to use as a focal point in your larger garden beds or in a border garden design. Spent flowers can be clipped for added weeks of bloom-time, and to help pollinators throughout the changing seasons – especially the end of summer when Monarch butterflies migrate through our region. Visit any local plant nursery or gardening center and you’ll find a vast selection of plants and trees available. Above are some of our favorite low-maintenance and stunning plants we use in landscape designs frequently, but there are so many other great options to choose from. New nativar, hybrid, and specialty plants are debuted every year, or you can contact places like Missouri Wildflower Nursery to get true native seeds, small plants and shrubs. Tip: They are one of the best places to find native hydrangeas and coneflowers in our area. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Native-Hydrangea-Missouri.jpg) Native Hydrangea ## **Some other amazing plants for St. Louis include:** - American beautyberry - Red buckeye - Eastern redbud - Pawpaw - Milkweed (several varieties available, all important to pollinators especially the Monarch butterflies!) - Heliopsis The list of best plants for growing in St. Louis doesn’t stop here. Soil and sun conditions have a big impact on a plants performance. Most plants look best planted in mass or [grouped together](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/stunning-native-plant-combinations-st-louis-garden/) with other plants like the photo above. Select plants based on color, bloom time, aesthetic or benefits to wildlife to create an outdoor oasis you’ll enjoy spending time in. Need advice on what to plant where? Ask a designer! You can get a [custom landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) for your own home starting at just $200. A design will guide the way towards a yard that impresses the neighbors and gets more beautiful with time. If your yard isn’t becoming more beautiful year after year, all it takes is a plan, planting and patience to have your very own at-home botanical garden. 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It is crucial to not only select the best quality around the St. Louis area from a nursery or greenhouse, but to select what is best suited for the landscape. Observing the site characteristics decreases maintenance practices each year which will ultimately save time and money as well as allowing the gardener to have desirable and functional qualities in the landscape. When correctly evaluating the site these need to be considered to have a positive long-term effect: ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/tree_forms_color%20copy_papyrus_rv.jpg) **Long-term Effect:** Both the environmental and urban aspects make an immense difference in site evaluation. From light, slope, wind, and salt exposure to overhead wires, buildings, signs, and street security lights, there is a lot to take into consideration. **Maintenance Practices:** Understanding the site and how it will be managed after planting is another critical factor. Maintenance issues such as irrigation, pruning, fertilization, pest control, and cleanup will affect whether or not the tree will be sustainable in its environment. This can also determine how much time and money is necessary to conserve it. **Sustainability:** The function of the tree is another important factor to consider in form, longevity, mature size, canopy density, wood strength, and growth rate. Both deciduous and evergreen trees contain ornamental values; deciduous is preferred for urban landscapes because of its canopy and evergreens are recommended for streets because of their upright structures and year-round shade. **Ornamental Value:** After narrowing down the list of trees that will survive these conditions, selecting them for their desirable attributes is the final step. Deciduous and evergreen trees are two main categories to choose from after the site evaluation. Ornamental characteristics are usually more desirable for the garden at home with flowers, fruits, fall color, fragrance, texture, and bark. Evergreens can help commercial landscapes with wind resistance, shade, texture, and structure. All these play important roles in planting a tree. Let us help you get started in the process of tree selection by contacting our Landscape Designer to pick out the right tree for your landscape. Tags: [landscape plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-plants/), [planting a tree](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/planting-a-tree/), [site evaluation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/site-evaluation/), [Tree Selection](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tree-selection/) **Categories:** Landscape Design **Tags:** Tree Selection,landscape plants,planting a tree,site evaluation --- ### [Winter Mulching to Protect Plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/winter-mulching-to-protect-plants/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Add a fresh layer of mulch this winter for happy plants! **Content:** # Winter Mulching to Protect Plants November 8, 2017 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/winter-mulching-protect-plants/#respond) **Add fresh mulch this winter for happy plants!** Every winter St. Louis experiences freezing temperatures, which can damage plants. So, while most of us only think of [mulching our yard and plant beds](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/edging-and-mulching/) in the spring and summer to keep unwanted weeds at bay and to retain moisture, there are useful reasons to perform [winter mulching too](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/edging-and-mulching/). Adding mulch to plant beds in winter is a great way to protect your plants while they’re dormant. Winter mulching is beneficial because it keeps the ground frozen by shielding it from the warmth of the sun. A steady temperature helps to keep the plant in dormancy and prevents and new premature growth during any warm spells. Tender, new growth too soon only results in more winter die back. Not only will your plants start spring off strong and healthy, your landscape will look nice and tidy this winter instead of getting a severe case of “the winter blahs” that is so common around St. Louis. Ideally, you should mulch plants before consistent freezing temperatures, regardless of the time of year. In Missouri, November and December is usually the best time to perform winter mulching. Keep your [landscape plants and trees](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/planting-services/) cozy this winter, by adding a warm blanket over your plants this winter (just like you do on your own bed). Quiet Village Landscaping offers [plant bed maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) including mulching and edging to the St. Louis metropolitan area. We love mulching because it’s a beneficial way to enhance the look of your property and care for your favorite trees and shrubs. We know that your outdoor living spaces are an important extension of your home, and we pride ourselves in giving families more time to enjoy outdoor activities in their outdoor spaces, creating unique places to spend more time outside, such as mindfulness gardens, outdoor meditation areas, corporate wellness areas, lunch and break gardens, and more! 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Has your yard suffered from winter damage? Learn what to look out for, and what steps you can take to keep your garden looking its best, even in the harshest of winter conditions. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Winter-gardening-tasks-for-St_-Louis-300x200.jpeg) ## **Winter Gardening – Problem Spotting** In St. Louis we experience snow, ice, dramatic freeze/thaw cycles, biting wind, and heavy salt use to melt snow and ice in winter. If you are experiencing any of these winter weather patterns, you may need to take action. **Harsh Winter Conditions for Plants – Freeze/Thaw Cycles** Problems can pop-up in any garden simply from normal winter weather patterns in the Midwest. Luckily, most of these challenges can be alleviated by selecting plants that are cold hardy in our growing zone – **St. Louis (along with Missouri and Illinois) is in the central growing zone, or zone 6** – as well as suited to the area in your garden where they are being planted (sun, shade, soil conditions, etc.). Along with supporting biodiversity, sustainability, and providing for pollinators, native plants bring a natural advantage here compared to imported plants, tropical, or hybrid plants. We typically recommend a native-forward approach to [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design). Native plants provide a natural advantage to our climate, year-round. You’ll also see more diverse wildlife in your property with more diversity in your plantings, which can also include great performing cultivars and hybrids. **Ice – Damage from Ice Storms** ![ice damage in st louis landscaping help](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Ice-damage-in-the-garden-how-to-care-for-your-plants-1024x681.jpeg) While ice storms aren’t common in St. Louis, they do happen, sometimes causing a great amount of damage. When we do get ice, it’s important to keep safety in mind at all times. While you may be eager to check on your trees and plants, it’s best to allow the ice to melt naturally. You should remove any fallen trees or limbs that may be blocking your sidewalk or driveway, along with any that are hanging dangerously. If you are not comfortable or able to remove the debris safely, hire a professional to handle the job for you. Icy conditions make work like this extra hazardous, and should be handled with care. Please take your safety seriously in any ice storm, and contact Quiet Village Landscaping for ice and [snow removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/snow-plowing-and-removal/) services. **Bitter Cold Temperatures & Wind Chill** We’ve all seen a winter weather forecast that makes us shiver at the thought of a few days of biting cold temperatures. Here’s what we recommend for your garden. *Before the temperatures drop:* If a few days of especially cold days are coming, an old bed sheet or other light fabric can be gently placed over non-dormant plants, to help protect them from the cold. Covering plants is meant to be a temporary solution, so make sure to remove the cover after a few days. All dormant plants can be left alone. *After the cold spell:* Any brown foliage or broken branches can be removed. Otherwise, most plants can be left alone. Many perennial plants are root hardy, meaning the stems and foliage may be dead, but the plant will regrow from the root system. It’s best to resist the temptation to take action, and instead wait until new growth emerges so you can prune plant properly. **Salt Damage from Road & Walkway Treatments** Depending on snowfall and the amount of times your driveway, walkways, or roadways will get [treated with salt](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/ice-control-and-salting/), you may need to choose plants that can withstand a bit of salt in low-maintenance areas. In early spring, areas that were impacted heavily with salt can be flushed with water, to remove salts from the main root zone areas of the plants. This is why we choose a rock border and hard perennial plants for the high traffic roadside [native garden we planted in Olivette last year](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/adopt-a-highway-missouri-beautification-project-olivette-unfold/). The landscape design keeps salt, oil, and other debris from the roadway away from plants, while establishing attractive native plants that perform well in unprotected conditions. **Winter Tree Damage** Heavy snowfall and ice can cause significant damage to tree branches. If accumulated snow is bending branches (big or small), you can gently knock the snow off. Ice should be left to melt naturally. Deep root feedings in winter can help trees survive through harsh winter temperatures. If you have questions about a plant in your garden, or want to plan your gardens for long-term success and beauty, winter is a great time to work with a landscape designer or horticulturalist to assess your yard as-is, and to make recommendations for your property. That might involve new plantings in spring, removal of unwanted plants or elements in your yard, moving or rearranging plants, or doing a complete tear-out and regrading of your landscape. Take an inventory of your plants now, or work with an experienced landscaping professional to set your garden up for success for spring. 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However, winter can be an ideal time to give your trees some much needed attention. Listed below are some great reasons to bundle up and get outside to give your trees some winter care: ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/winter-prune-300x199.jpg) - When trees are without their foliage, it makes their branching structure much more visible, which means you can make better cuts to the bare branches. - Trees are dormant in winter and fresh cuts won’t make them bleed their natural sap. This is particularly true for oak trees that emit a beetle-attracting odor in warmer weather months. - Winter pruning can also promote more vigorous growth in new branches in spring. It’s important to know which trees will benefit from winter pruning. For example, maple, birch, and walnut trees all bleed sap extensively through the end of their dormant season, so these are best pruned in mid-summer, after new growth is matured. Feel free to contact one of our tree experts for more information on when to prune your trees, or visit our [maintenance services page](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/) for details on our professional pruning services. Tags: [dormant trees](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/dormant-trees/), [tree maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tree-maintenance/), [tree sap](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tree-sap/), [winter pruning](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/winter-pruning/), [winter tree care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/winter-tree-care/), [winter tree pruning](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/winter-tree-pruning/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** dormant trees,tree maintenance,tree sap,winter pruning,winter tree care,winter tree pruning --- ### [The Best Patios in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/the-best-patios-in-st-louis/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Nothing signifies beautiful weather in St. Louis quite like a patio party. Make your home the go-to spot for enjoying our gorgeous St. Louis weather with an enviable patio. **Content:** # The Best Patios in St. Louis September 13, 2018 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-patios-st-louis/#respond) Nothing signifies beautiful weather in St. Louis quite like a patio party! The best patios in St. Louis are often private ones. Make your home the go-to spot for enjoying our gorgeous St. Louis weather with an enviable patio that’s one part cozy, one part chic. Check out these photos of our favorite private patios we’ve designed in St. Louis, and then take a look at your own backyard to see if you have room for adding your own patio party spot. Not quite ready to take the leap? No worries, there are [plenty of amazing restaurant patios](https://www.stltoday.com/entertainment/summer-fun/eat-out-side-of-our-favorite-st-louis-places-for/collection_3ae36f35-b7a1-5184-b251-de07dfbb5d38.html) in St. Louis you can relax on. ## The Best Patios in St. Louis ![beautiful patio st. louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/33488711_10100389074558864_1816168285943627776_n-300x196.jpg) **Dog-Friendly Design** We love the functionality of this cozy backyard space. A former urban backyard lawn area is transformed into a fun outdoor entertaining space with the installation of a new patio and [outdoor fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/). Now, this St. Louis family (including the cute as can be dogs, pictured!) can spend more time outdoors, dining alfresco or roasting s’mores fireside in fall. ![patio party](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5155-300x200.jpg) **Family-Friendly BBQ** Restaurant patios can oftentimes feel uninviting for families with kids. Bring the fun back home with family-friendly landscape features like an outdoor playground, BBQ grill island and open seating area that includes plenty of space to entertain family and friends. Our team is experienced at installing home playgrounds, sandboxes and even adult-oriented putting greens made for spending more time at home, without your children getting bored. The recently installed [BBQ island](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-kitchen-grill-islands/) and play area featured above is a great way to host more play dates and parties in the comfort of your own home! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/patio-2-300x200.jpg) **Seating for All with Sitting Walls!** Some of our favorite (and functional) [patio design projects](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/) include seat walls. Built-in seating for your outdoor living space provides a permanent solution to traditional chairs that can only perform on role within a [design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/). Sitting walls can be used to provide fire pit seating, with the walls helping to reflect heat. Retaining walls with a terraces can be embellished with a seat ledge, providing additional seating. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5071-300x200.jpg) **Patio Party** The best private patios in St. Louis provide plenty of optional shade. Which is why we’re huge fans of pergolas paired with sun shades. Alone, pergolas offer outdoor spaces semi-shade yet paired with a sun shade, can offer varying amounts of sun protection. This can be especially important when temperatures in St. Louis hit above 90° and you still have an outdoor party to host. You can still entertain your guests outdoors with a heavier cloth sun shade and plenty of outdoor fans. Pro tip: Outdoor fans are also an excellent [all-natural away to keep outdoor pest like mosquitoes away](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/natural-ways-mosquitoes-repellant/) from your outdoor entertaining areas. Check out more [beautiful patio spaces in St. Louis here](https://www.houzz.com/projects/1400524/patios-and-walkways). Or, you can get more [outdoor style inspiration here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/2018-outdoor-living-trends/). 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Do you know your leaf collection schedule?** City Leaf Clean-ups across St. Louis are starting for the 2019 fall season. As your yard begins to transform from lush green to darker fall hues, it’s time to mark your calendar for key pick-up dates for your leaf and lawn debris collection. The list below shows when Cities in our landscaping service area are scheduled for leaf collection, yard debris, or other seasonal services. Even if your neighborhood doesn’t offer fall leaf collection services, our outdoor living pros provide full-service landscaping year-round. Every fall we offer yard clean-ups, mulching ahead of winter, leaf and yard debris clean-ups, fall planting, autumn decor, as well as our signature landscape design and build services. Reach out to our outdoor living team to get on our schedule for leaf raking and removal, to keep your yard looking great through Halloween and Thanksgiving! ## 2019 Leaf Collection Schedules Across St. Louis ![leaf collection schedule](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2277-1-300x206.jpg) ### **Creve Coeur Leaf Pick-up Schedule** The City of Creve Coeur begins Leaf Vacuuming and Limb Chipping season the first week in November. To know when exactly your leaves will be picked-up, you’ll need to know your ward number. [Get more details from the City of Creve Coeur here](https://creve-coeur.org/329/Leaf-Vacuuming-Limb-Chipping). ### **Olivette Leaf Collection Schedule** The City of Olivette offers leaf pick-ups, scheduled in sections this year. If you live in Olivette, [visit the City website here](https://www.olivettemo.com/199/Curbside-Leaf-Collection) to see what section your property falls within to determine which leaf collection pass you will need to be ready for. ### **Ladue Fall Leaf Collection Schedule** Ladue offers leaf collection services started on October 21st. Notification cards are mailed out in September for October, November and December leaf pick-up dates. Collection dates are organized in sections for 2019. [Find your leaf pick-up section here](https://www.cityofladue-mo.gov/departments/public-works-department/leaf-and-brush-pickup-schedule-125). ### **Clayton Fall Leaf Collection Schedule** For 2019, Clayton residents will be scheduled for leaf collection, with a [detailed schedule available online here](https://www.claytonmo.gov/home/showdocument?id=3066). Leaf pick-up information is organized by date as well as subdivision or neighborhood to be serviced. Leaves must be raked into curb-line without bags or limbs. ### **Rock Hill Leaf Collection Guide** Rock Hill provides leaf pick-ups on a two week alternative schedule from November through January. Leaf and brush collection in Rock Hill is scheduled based on regular trash services. [Watch the Leaf Collection Guide the City of Rock Hill uploaded her](http://www.cityofrockhill.com/departments/public-works/more/public-works/yard-waste/seasonal-leaf-collection)e, or you can check out your color-coded leaf pick up schedule [here](http://www.cityofrockhill.com/departments/public-works/more/public-works/yard-waste/seasonal-leaf-collection)! ### **University City, MO Leaf Collection Schedule** Often called “Tree City”, U-City picks up leaves starting at the end of October, going through December. You can view [East, Central and West Area collection dates here](https://www.ucitymo.org/705/Yard-Waste-Leaf-Collection-Mulch). Residents are able to pick up mulch at Heman Park this year, or schedule a home delivery by calling 314-505-8560 (delivery fees apply). ### **Chesterfield Leaf Collection Schedule** The City of Chesterfield doesn’t offer residents leaf collection services, but Quiet Village Landscaping does! If you live in Chesterfield, trust our landscaping team with an [end-of-season yard clean-up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services) that includes [leaf removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/leaf-cleanup-and-removal/) or collection, collecting yard debris and waste or removal of any small shrubs or trees that are overdue for removal. We provide [year-round landscaping services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services) to keep your home looking its best, with seasonal outdoor decor, [snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/snow-plowing-and-removal/) and salting, ice control and more. Call or email us to get a quote for the 2019 Holiday Season! 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To help our St. Louis-area lawn care customers access this information easily, we’ve compiled a helpful list showing which municipalities have curbside leaf clean-up, along with their schedules. However, don’t worry if your city doesn’t offer fall leaf collection – [Quiet Village Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/leaf-cleanup-and-removal/) has a leaf vacuum truck to haul away your lawn debris. **St. Louis-area Leaf Collection Schedules** Olivette, Missouri [Curbside Leaf Collection](http://www.olivettemo.com/199/Curbside-Leaf-Collection) [![leaf collection map st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Collection-Section-Map-PNG-300x290.png)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Collection-Section-Map-PNG.png) **Creve Coeur, Missouri** [Leaf Collection Information](http://www.creve-coeur.org/DocumentCenter/Home/View/626) **University City, Missouri** [2016 Spring & Fall Bulk Collection Schedule](http://www.ucitymo.org/DocumentCenter/View/10160) **Ladue, Missouri** [2016 Leaf and Brush Pickup Schedule](http://www.cityofladue-mo.gov/departments/public-works-department/leaf-and-brush-pickup-schedule-125) *– Note: You’ll have to enter your street number and street name to view your home’s leaf pickup dates.* The following St. Louis areas don’t have leaf collection services. Rest assured that we provide leaf debris removal service to all clients within the following metropolitan areas: 63107, 63131, 63122, 63144, 63117, 63108, 63112, 63114, 63043, and 63146. If your information isn’t listed above, please feel free to give us a call! We would be happy to discuss the best way to remove your fall lawn debris! 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Whether your passion is outdoor cooking and entertaining, gardening, or just taking in the freshness and tranquility of your private paradise, spring has many pleasures to offer. Few things can compare with breathing in that cool, fresh air right after a spring shower or the excitement of spotting the first emerging crocuses. Enjoy your landscape to the fullest by maintaining your lawn. Have us clear away the debris that Old Man Winter has left behind. We’ll mulch your beds and prune your trees and shrubs to promote new growth. Your lawn will be presentable and ready for entertaining in no time. **Now is the time to schedule your Spring Clean-Up.** **[Email Us](/contacts/) | Office Ph. 314-657-7050** Tags: [landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care/), [lawn maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-maintenance/), [mulch](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/mulch/), [mulching](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/mulching/), [spring](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/spring/), [spring clean-up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/spring-clean-up/), [st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** landscape,landscaping,lawn care,lawn maintenance,mulch,mulching,spring,spring clean-up,st louis,st louis landscaping --- ### [Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02 | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-landscaping-team-member-02-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02 December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02 **Content:** # Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02 December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2808/#respond)[![Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2808-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2808-1.jpg) Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member 02 **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Quiet Village Landscaping Recognized As Future 50 Award Winner](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-landscaping-recognized-as-future-50-award-winner/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping is thrilled to be recognized in the 2018 Small Business Awards honoring the St. Louis area's top companies. **Content:** # Quiet Village Landscaping Recognized As Future 50 Award Winner August 14, 2018 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-recognized-future-50-award-winner/#respond) Quiet Village Landscaping is thrilled to be recognized in the 2018 Small Business Awards honoring the St. Louis area’s top companies. Winning companies were nominated by readers of St. Louis Small Business Monthly and we appreciate everyone who voted for us! We’re also proud to share that we’re the only landscape design or landscaping company to be included in the Future 50 Awards, alongside other St. Louis area companies that are being honored this month at an awards luncheon event to be held at [St. Louis Hilton Frontenac](http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/missouri/hilton-st-louis-frontenac-STLFHHF/index.html). # **Quiet Village WINS Future 50 Award** This is our first time winning this award and our third business award for 2018, including the [2018 Best of Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/) Service Award and Yelp’s 2018 “People Love Us” Award. The Quiet Village team is excited to be featured alongside other influential businesses in St. Louis for this business award and we look forward to reading the feature in St. Louis Small Business Monthly in the upcoming September issue! Check out more about our company here and see a [full list of past business award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about)s won by our hardworking team. Quiet Village Landscaping was established in 2001 and has worked hard to provide full-service landscape design and lawn care services to the St. Louis area. We enjoy designing and maintaining your outdoor oasis and look forward to working hard to remain an influential company in St. Louis! Tags: [business award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/business-award/), [future 50 awards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/future-50-awards/), [small business awards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/small-business-awards/), [st louis business award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-business-award/), [st louis business awards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-business-awards/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** business award,future 50 awards,small business awards,st louis business award,st louis business awards --- ### [Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-landscaping-team-member-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member **Content:** # Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2834/#respond)[![Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2834-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2834-1.jpg) Quiet Village Landscaping Team Member **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Quiet Village Joins Grow Native!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-joins-grow-native/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** We are a proud new member of Grow Native!, and we are joining them in promoting biodiversity in the St. Louis-area! **Content:** # Quiet Village Landscaping Joins Grow Native! August 22, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-joins-grow-native-missouri-prairie-foundation/#respond) Grow Native! is a native landscaping educational program of the [Missouri Prairie Foundation](http://www.moprairie.org/). Quiet Village Landscaping first learned about [Grow Native! ](http://grownative.org/)through our involvement with native planting and biodiversity events and programs throughout the Midwest, and this summer we were happy to become the latest professional member of this amazing organization. [![grow native logo](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/grow-native-logo.png)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/grow-native-logo.png)Not only does Grow Native! help to protect and restore biodiversity, they aim to significantly increase the demand and use of [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) in the lower Midwest, which includes our [St. Louis Metropolitan service area](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis). As a eco-minded landscaping company, we were thrilled to support a local organization that promotes conservation awareness of native plants as well as their effective use in urban and suburban areas – which can be incorporated into every one of our landscape designs and projects. Quiet Village Landscaping strives to incorporate not only native plants, but plants that are beneficial to property owners and the local habitat. We are a proud member of Grow Native!, and we would love to join them in promoting biodiversity in the St. Louis-area! We’re happy to help both homeowners and local businesses establish a [beautiful landscape on their property](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery) that is functional, beautiful, and a source of habitat for our local wildlife (including the ones that migrate through our area!). For more information on establishing your native landscape, email us to get started on improving your outdoor oasis. Tags: [biodiversity](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/biodiversity/), [conservation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/conservation/), [grow native](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/grow-native/), [landscaping company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping-company/), [missouri prairie foundation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/missouri-prairie-foundation/), [native landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-landscaping/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** biodiversity,conservation,grow native,landscaping company,missouri prairie foundation,native landscaping,native plants --- ### [Quiet Village Receives PLANET Safety Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-receives-planet-safety-award/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Therefore, we are proud to announce that the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) just awarded us their Safety Recognition Award! **Content:** # Quiet Village Receives PLANET Safety Award August 15, 2014 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/planetsafetyaward2014/#respond) ![Quiet Village Receives PLANET Safety Award](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/4151-PLANET-Awards-Seal-2c-Safety-copy-300x196.jpg)Quiet Village Receives PLANET Safety Award#### **At Quiet Village Landscaping, we care greatly about our team and their wellbeing. Therefore, we are proud to announce that the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) just awarded us their Safety Recognition Award!** ![Quiet Village Landscaping Co. group photo](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMGP1995grouppicweb-e1409330283379.jpg) The Safety Recognition Awards Program reflects PLANET’s dedication to creating and maintaining safe work environments in the green industry and is designed to reward green industry companies that consistently demonstrate their commitment to safety. Companies that enter are required to submit a copy of their OSHA 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses report and their year-end vehicle insurance claims summary report. These reports are used in determining award recipients. All award recipients are to be congratulated for their superior dedication to safety excellence. [PLANET](http://www.landcarenetwork.org/index.cfm) is the national trade association representing more than 100,000 landscape industry professionals, who create and maintain healthy, green living spaces for communities across America. PLANET members are committed to the highest standards in industry education, best practices and business professionalism. Many of PLANET’s professionals have attained the status of becoming [Landscape Industry Certified](http://www.landcarenetwork.org/certification/index.cfm), achieving the greatest level of industry expertise and knowledge. [Find out more about our team and our commitment to excellence.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/ "About Us") Tags: [landscape safety award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-safety-award/), [PLANET](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/planet/), [Professional Landcare Network](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/professional-landcare-network/), [safety award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/safety-award/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** landscape safety award, PLANET, Professional Landcare Network, safety award --- ### [Quiet Village Landscaping Receives Best of Houzz 2015 Service Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-landscaping-receives-best-of-houzz-2015-service-award/) **Published:** January 19, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping Co. of St. Louis, MO has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Customer Satisfaction by Houzz, the leading platform for... **Content:** # Quiet Village Landscaping Receives Best of Houzz 2015 Service Award January 19, 2015 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-of-houzz-2015-award/#respond) [![Best of Houzz 2015 Service Award St. Louis MO Landscaping](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bestofHouzz2015service.jpg) **QUIET VILLAGE LANDSCAPING CO. of ST. LOUIS, MO Receives Best Of Houzz 2015 Award** **ST. LOUIS, MO**, **January 19, 2015** – Quiet Village Landscaping Co. of St. Louis, MO has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Customer Satisfaction by [Houzz](http://www.houzz.com), the leading platform for home remodeling and design. This thriving landscape business was chosen by the more than 25 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 500,000 active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals. The Best Of Houzz Customer Satisfaction award is determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2014. Winners receive a “Best Of Houzz 2015” badge on their profiles, helping Houzz users around the world who discover and love a professional’s work to learn even more about that business’ popularity and satisfaction rating among their peers in the Houzz community. Dennis Evans, Owner, shared the news with his team with great excitement, encouraging them to keep up the good work. “I think this is wonderful. Our number one goal is to provide customer satisfaction,” Evans stated. According to Liza Hausman, vice president of industry marketing for Houzz, “Houzz provides homeowners with a 360 degree view of home building, remodeling and design industry professionals, empowering them to engage the right people and products for their project. We’re delighted to recognize **Quiet Village Landscaping Co.** among our “Best Of” professionals as judged by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts who are actively remodeling and decorating their homes.” Follow **Quiet Village Landscaping Co.** on [Houzz](http://www.houzz.com/quiet-village-landscaping) **About Quiet Village Landscaping Co.** Serving the St. Louis area for more than ten years, Quiet Village Landscaping Co. is a full-service landscaping and lawn care company. We provide gorgeous and sustainable landscape designs, professional construction, general lawn care, irrigation and outdoor lighting installation and maintenance, lawn problem-solving for drainage and other issues, and environmentally friendly service. Quiet Village Landscaping works inspectors to ensure projects are built to last. We service residential, commercial, and municipal sites. From beginning to end, your long-term satisfaction is our top priority. Contact us to find out more about our free maintenance quotes and free initial design consultations! **About Houzz** Houzz is the leading platform for home remodeling and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish – online or from a mobile device. From decorating a room to building a custom home, Houzz connects millions of homeowners, home design enthusiasts and home improvement professionals across the country and around the world. With the largest residential design database in the world and a vibrant community powered by social tools, Houzz is the easiest way for people to find inspiration, get advice, buy products and hire the professionals they need to help turn their ideas into reality. Headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, Houzz also has international offices in London, Berlin and Sydney. For more information, visit[ www.houzz.com](http://www.houzz.com/). Tags: [Customer Service Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/customer-service-award/), [Houzz](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/houzz/), [Houzz Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/houzz-award/), [landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape/), [Landscape Customer Service](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-customer-service/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** Customer Service Award,Houzz,Houzz Award,Landscape Customer Service,landscape,landscape design,st louis,st louis landscaping --- ### [People Love Us on Nextdoor! Voted Neighborhood Favorite](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/people-love-us-on-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village just received the exciting news that we were voted a neighborhood favorite business on Nextdoor in Creve Coeur and Olivette, MO. **Content:** # People Love Us on Nextdoor! Voted Neighborhood Favorite August 14, 2020 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/people-love-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/#respond) Quiet Village just received the exciting news that we were voted a neighborhood favorite business on Nextdoor! We stay connected to our local community with our business page on Nextdoor, and we were pleasantly surprised to learn were were voted as a neighborhood favorite business in St. Louis. It makes us proud to learn that our clients are recommending us to their neighbors for landscape design, lawn care, [irrigation systems](http://stlsprinklersystems.com/), [beautiful poolscapes](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-landscaping-poolscapes-st-louis/), pollinator gardens and everything in between! Since we opened and started working in the St. Louis area, we have grown to include services for all outdoor living projects, year-round! ![Best landscaper in Creve Coeur and Olivette Nextdoor](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscape-Designer-St_-Louis-2-Copy-1024x682.jpeg) Currently, we are listed as a top recommended landscaper in Creve Coeur and Olivette, two neighborhoods we absolutely love working in. Our first office building was located in the heart of Creve Coeur, right on Olive Boulevard. Now, we’re just minutes from Olivette. Wanna find us on Nextdoor? [Check out our business page here](https://nextdoor.com/pages/quiet-village-landscaping/)! You’ll find our general contact information, photos, along with recommendations from people like you, who are looking for the very best businesses in their area that they can trust with their landscaping projects. If you love what we do, you can share our page or give us a “heart” recommendation to help share the word about our hard-working team. 2020 has been a challenging landscape for everyone to navigate. As a small business, we want to make sure we celebrate the small successes that come our way. Our team thrives by focusing on the positive, and using our design, construction, and horticultural talents to bring joy to each and every one of our clients, one yard at a time. We appreciate every kind word, action, and award that comes our way, and being named a Nextdoor favorite is no exception. Looking to bring a little joy to your outdoor living spaces? [Just get in touch with us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us) to begin the process of expanding your social distant friendly spaces at your home, business, school, or community. You might be surprised at the awesome impact small or big changes can have to your well-being. A front-yard makeover boosts curb appeal and pride of homeownership. A pollinator garden attracts interesting butterflies and birds. A new patio gives you more spaces to relax, unwind, and connect safely. It’s a great time to [get a custom landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) that you can use for planning ideas you want to bring to life now, and in the future. It serves as a long-term guide toward achieving the outdoor oasis you’ve always wanted. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Nextdoor-Neighborhood-Favorite-Award-Best-Landscaper-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x1024.png) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/people-love-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/&t=People+Love+Us+on+Nextdoor%21+Voted+Neighborhood+Favorite&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/people-love-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/people-love-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/&title=People+Love+Us+on+Nextdoor%21+Voted+Neighborhood+Favorite "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/people-love-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/people-love-nextdoor-voted-neighborhood-favorite/&text=People+Love+Us+on+Nextdoor%21+Voted+Neighborhood+Favorite "Share in Twitter") Tags: [award winning landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/award-winning-landscaping/), [best landscaper award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaper-award/), [best landscaper creve coeur](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaper-creve-coeur/), [best landscaper olivette](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaper-olivette/), [best landscaper st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaper-st-louis/), [nextdoor neighborhood favorite](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/nextdoor-neighborhood-favorite/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** award winning landscaping,best landscaper award,best landscaper creve coeur,best landscaper olivette,best landscaper st louis,nextdoor neighborhood favorite --- ### [Pruning Class at Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/pruning-class-at-missouri-botanical-garden-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** April 6, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Some of our teammates attended a pruning class at the Missouri Botanical Garden. We strive to learn and grow to best serve St. Louis' landscaping needs. **Content:** # Pruning Class at Missouri Botanical Garden April 6, 2015 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pruning-class-missouri-botanical-garden/#respond) ![]() Some of our teammates with Benjamin Chu after his pruning class at the Missouri Botanical Garden Several of our teammates had the privilege of attending a pruning class this month at the Missouri Botanical Garden taught by Benjamin Chu. Chu is the Horticultural Supervisor at the Missouri Botanical Garden, having been a part of their family for almost three decades. Chu provided an overview on how pruning is used to control plant size and shape, enhance beauty, correct damage, decrease risk of disease, and increase flower and fruit yields. He discussed proper pruning techniques, tools and tool care, and timing of pruning. Chu focused on how to maximize beneficial effects for trees, shrubs, and evergreens, demonstrating with a live pruning demonstration. **We strive to continually learn and grow as a company in order to best serve St. Louis’ landscaping needs. Please connect with us if your St. Louis home or business could benefit from pruning, landscape maintenance, or customized design.** [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pruning-class-missouri-botanical-garden/&t=Pruning+Class+at+Missouri+Botanical+Garden&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pruning-class-missouri-botanical-garden/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pruning-class-missouri-botanical-garden/&title=Pruning+Class+at+Missouri+Botanical+Garden "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pruning-class-missouri-botanical-garden/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pruning-class-missouri-botanical-garden/&text=Pruning+Class+at+Missouri+Botanical+Garden "Share in Twitter") Tags: [benjamin chu](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/benjamin-chu/), [evergreen pruning](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/evergreen-pruning/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [landscape maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-maintenance-2/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [lawn care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care/), [missouri botanical garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/missouri-botanical-garden/), [pruning](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pruning/), [pruning class](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pruning-class/), [shrub pruning](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/shrub-pruning/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [tree care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tree-care/), [tree pruning](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/tree-pruning/), [trees and shrubs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/trees-and-shrubs/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Q&A with Rebecca](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/qa-with-rebecca/) **Published:** July 10, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Rebecca, our landscape designer, responds to some commonly asked questions about landscaping. **Content:** # Q&A with Rebecca July 10, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/q-and-a-with-rebecca/#respond) ![]() Q&A with Rebecca Rebecca, our landscape designer, responds to some commonly asked questions about landscaping. **Q. What’s trending right now in the landscaping world?** A. We’re seeing a lot of great trends right now: - [Sustainable, environmentally friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/go-green/ "Go Green") - Planting native plants for more sustainable gardens that require fewer resources and that provide sustenance for pollinators such as bees and [butterflies](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/plant-butterfly-garden/ "Start Your Monarch-Friendly Butterfly Garden") - [Permeable pavers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/ "What are the Benefits of Permeable Pavers?") and [rain gardens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/rainscape-rebate-promotion/ "RainScape Rebate Promotion") to help control water runoff and drainage issues - [Smart and high-efficiency irrigation systems](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/smart-irrigation-control/ "Get Smart with Irrigation Control") - Organic turf care programs - Self-sustaining agriculture such as vegetable and herb gardens **Q. What is easy to overlook when designing or maintaining your outdoor living space?** A. Most often we see people not being conscious of the plant’s mature size. For example, people tend to plant their plants too close together or the house and then once the plants have reached their full size, the home owner has to go back and consistently maintain them. A few other things people tend to forget is how important soil preparation is, how the natural habitat has an effect on their landscape (especially those living close to the woods), and how your water runoff can affect your neighbors’ water runoff and drainage. Especially in the heat of the summer, it’s important to remember that even well-established plants (large trees and shrubs) can benefit from being watered a couple times a week. The stress of the summer heat can lead to issues in the future. Also, using proper pruning technics is critical since a poorly pruned tree or shrub is more susceptible to disease and pest problems. Lastly, people must understand that even a low maintenance garden needs some tending to a couple time of the years. **Q. How can I really make my landscape “pop”?** A. Adding a fireplace, fire pit, pizza oven or outdoor kitchen to a patio gives you a lot more options with your space. Pergolas are great for climbing plants and adds a vertical dimension to your landscape. The right outdoor lighting can turn your home and garden into an entirely new setting at night, and water features add a great natural touch to your garden. **Let us know how we can help design or maintain your outdoor paradise!** [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/q-and-a-with-rebecca/&t=Q%26%23038%3BA+with+Rebecca&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/q-and-a-with-rebecca/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/q-and-a-with-rebecca/&title=Q%26%23038%3BA+with+Rebecca "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/q-and-a-with-rebecca/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/q-and-a-with-rebecca/&text=Q%26%23038%3BA+with+Rebecca "Share in Twitter") Tags: [eco-friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-2/), [eco-friendly landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscape-design/), [Fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fire-pit/), [fireplace](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fireplace/), [garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/garden/), [garden maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/garden-maintenance/), [garden Q&A](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/garden-qa/), [gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/gardening/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [landscape Q&A](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-qa/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [lawn maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-maintenance/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/), [outdoor kitchen](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-kitchen/), [patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/patio/), [pergola](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pergola/), [pollinators](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pollinators/), [rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-garden/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 02 | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/removing-honeysuckle-from-forest-park-02-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 02 December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 02 **Content:** # Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 02 December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2799/#respond)[![Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 02](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2799-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2799.jpg) Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 02 **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 03 | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/removing-honeysuckle-from-forest-park-03-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 03 December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 03 **Content:** # Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 03 December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2797/#respond)[![Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 03](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2797-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2797.jpg) Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park 03 **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/removing-honeysuckle-from-forest-park-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park **Content:** # Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2800/#respond)[![Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2800-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2800.jpg) Removing Honeysuckle from Forest Park **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Snow Removal and Ice Control in St. Louis, Missouri](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/snow-removal-and-ice-control-in-st-louis-missouri/) **Published:** January 21, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping was out in the winter elements - plowing, shoveling, and salting the residential and commercial properties of our clients. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4858.jpeg) # Snow Removal in Action! January 21, 2016 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/snow-removal-action/#respond) St. Louis, Missouri received its first sizable snowfall this week, with an estimated 3″ accumulating in the St. Louis-metropolitan area. [The Quiet Village Landscaping team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/meet-our-team/) was out in the winter elements overnight – plowing, shoveling, and salting the residential and commercial properties of our clients. Our team specializes in snow removal and ice control services that are effective at both getting rid of snow and ice as well as preventing ice from forming without damage to your property’s concrete, asphalt, or landscaping. **Check out these photos of our snow crew in action!** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/20160119_233234-e1575569334554.jpg) ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/20160119_233502-e1575569391105.jpg) ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/20160119_233213-e1575569439171.jpg) If you or your local business is currently searching for snow removal and ice control solutions, give Evan Winkler a call for an estimate, at (314) 625-5172. Tags: [commercial snow removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/commercial-snow-removal/), [deicing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/deicing/), [ice control](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/ice-control/), [salting sidewalks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/salting-sidewalks/), [snow plowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/snow-plowing/), [snow removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/snow-removal/), [st. louis snow](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-snow/), [st. louis snow removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-snow-removal/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** commercial snow removal,deicing,ice control,salting sidewalks,snow plowing,snow removal,st. louis snow,st. louis snow removal --- ### [Pots to Planks: A Green Alternative to Railroad Ties](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/pots-to-planks-a-green-alternative-to-railroad-ties/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Many of St. Louis’ yards feature old, rotting railroad ties, used for edging and retaining walls.  **Content:** # Pots to Planks: A Green Alternative to Railroad Ties October 4, 2013 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pots-to-planks/#respond) ![Plastic landscape timbers made from recycled materials](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/potstoplanks-e1575558562756.jpg "potstoplanks")Pots to Planks: A Green Alternative to Railroad TiesMany of St. Louis’ yards feature old, rotting railroad ties, used for edging and retaining walls. If that describes your yard, it’s time to upgrade to an option that is both environmentally friendly and durable. Quiet Village![Plastic planters are converted into planks for landscaping timbers.](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/19747797_s-e1575558601986.jpg "Pots_to_Planks_Planters") Landscaping eco-friendly solutions to traditional landscaping timbers. Ask our landscaping team about recycling plastic timbers, composite wood, recycling lumber or other materials we can incorporate into your landscape design projects. These timbers are usually heavy-duty, long-lasting, and attractive. The timbers come in two sizes: 6 x 6 inch and 8 feet long and 6 x 6 inch and 4 feet long. They are ideal for edging, raised beds, and retaining walls. Keeping waste out of landfills and beautifying your lawn—it’s a win-win! Let’s make your yard reflect your desire to be eco-friendly. Quiet Village Landscaping is dedicated to finding green solutions for your outdoor living space. Talk to us about our wide variety of mulches—including natural mulch options. We’ll be happy to top off your beds to insulate your plants against the coming chill. Contact us to get started on your dream outdoor living project in St. Louis & beyond. Tags: [eco-friendly gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-gardening/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [landscape planks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-planks/), [landscape timbers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-timbers/), [plastic planks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/plastic-planks/), [pots to planks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pots-to-planks/), [railroad tie alternative](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/railroad-tie-alternative/), [recycling](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/recycling/), [replacement for railroad ties](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/replacement-for-railroad-ties/), [st. louis green](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-green/) **Categories:** Garden Care **Tags:** eco-friendly gardening,green landscaping,landscape planks,landscape timbers,plastic planks,pots to planks,railroad tie alternative,recycling,replacement for railroad ties,st. louis green --- ### [Organic Edible Gardens - Make Your New Year's Health Resolution Last!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/organic-edible-gardens-make-your-new-years-health-resolution-last/) **Published:** January 11, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** New Year. New You. Keep you New Year's Health Resolution last with your own organic edibles planted right in your backyard! **Content:** # Organic Edible Gardens – Make Your New Year’s Health Resolution Last! January 11, 2017 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/organic-edible-gardens-years-health-resolution-last/#respond) Many of us have put our health at the top of our New Year’s resolution list. We want to be active and eat healthier. A great way to work toward both of these resolutions is by having Quiet Village Landscaping design, install, and maintain an edible [garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/gardening/) to keep your healthier resolution going strong through this spring and beyond! Our design team will meet with you one-on-one to discuss your needs and to assess your property. We can create a drawn-to-scale design to help you visualize your proposal. Every site is different and each client has a unique vision. Perhaps you would like a few raised bed planters filled with vegetables fresh for the picking. Or maybe an expansive herb garden is more your style. From smaller sized porches and patios to expansive backyards, no space is too small to grow something edible, healthy, and delicious! We can even revamp your current landscaping to include edible plants mixed in with the ornamentals. Once your garden is installed, our landscaping teams are then available for bi-weekly maintenance services to keep the garden growing at full capacity and looking great. Depending on your specific site, your unique needs, and your personal tastes, we can install a variety of vegetables, herbs, and fruits. Best of all, our [registered dietitian on staff](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/meet-our-team/) can make healthy and nourishing recommendations, tailored to your health goals for 2017. We can recommend a satisfying mix of [seasonally rotating vegetables](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/fall-vegetable-gardens-plant-midwest/), fruits and herbs to give you well balanced resources for organic edibles, all conveniently planted right in your backyard! For first-time gardeners, spring greens such as kale, arugula, and lettuce are easy to grow and maintain. Radishes, turnips, and carrots are also great options for growing in your home garden. Herbs are both beautiful, flavorful and low maintenance, and are an easy choice to plant alongside ornamentals in already existing garden beds. There’s nothing better than the fresh smell of rosemary or oregano as you brush past it on your way to the backdoor! Having fresh produce and herbs at your fingertips is a great way to inspire you to eat healthier, cook more, and get outside to enjoy the garden. [Contact us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us) at Quiet Village Landscaping to put yourself on the path to a healthier year! 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February 16, 2018 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/planting-pollinator-host-native-plants/#respond) This spring, take the next step to protect our beneficial pollinators by planting host plants! Many sustainability-minded folks already know how important Milkweed is to Monarchs. But why is it so important? It is a great nectar source but its real impact is as a host plant. Host plants are food sources for the larvae of our pollinators – the caterpillars of our butterflies and moths. The most obvious importance of happily fed caterpillars is that they can then metamorphose into the beautiful [butterflies we invite into our garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/bird-and-butterfly-gardens/). But a second, very important, role of caterpillars is as bird food. 80% of birds feed their young almost exclusively caterpillars! Without happily fed caterpillars we won’t have the beautiful diversity of birds in our backyards. **So, what are some good host plants you can plant in your yard?** - Milkweed is always a good choice especially since between 1976-2015, we lost 96.4% of our Monarch population. I recommend the Butterfly Milkweed and Swamp Milkweed because they tend not to wander like the Common Milkweed. Fair warning though that Butterfly Milkweed can be a little tough to establish so you may need to replant or try different areas in your yard if at first you don’t succeed. - If you have room for a small tree somewhere in your yard, I would also suggest the semi-evergreen Sweet Bay Magnolia as a host plant for Tiger Swallowtails. An easily found nativar is ‘Moonglow’ which reaches 15-35’ tall and 10-20’ wide. This Magnolia does like moisture so locate it in a low or wet point in your yard and take care to water it in times of drought. - If you want to try a cool new vine, try Dutchman’s Pipe to attract Pipevine Swallowtails. Reaching 20-30’ tall/long and 5-10’wide, it is a great choice for pergolas and fences. The plant is named for the funky flowers resembling its namesake Dutchman’s pipe in May and June. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/dovetail-butterfly-garden-insect-162311-300x199.jpeg)One thing to remember when planting host plants is that the goal for planting these plants is we want them to be food. So, you will have to embrace some plants with imperfect foliage or place them somewhere in your yard where some munched-on leaves won’t be noticed or bother you. There are lots of great sources out there that let you know exactly what plants to plant for various butterflies and moths. Here are a couple of my favorites: [Missouri Botanical Garden – Native Plants to Attract Butterflies](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/visual-guides/native-plants-to-attract-butterflies.aspx) [Pollinator Plants – Midwest Region](http://www.xerces.org/publications/plant-lists/pollinator-plants-midwest-region) Article written by: Rebecca Eisele, Landscape Designer Rebecca is our Landscape Design extraordinaire. She is current acting Vice President of the Landscape Nursery Association of Greater St. Louis and is an inaugural Board Member of the Missouri Green Industry Alliance. Is is also active with Grow Native!, a plant education program of the [Missouri Prairie Foundation](https://www.moprairie.org/). For additional reading – [Help Bring Back Pollinators](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/bring-pollinator-populations/), published in our blog in Spring, 2017. 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Here's how. **Content:** # Naturescaping: How to Use Native Plants Artfully March 14, 2018 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/naturescaping-native-plants-missouri/#respond) Have you ever driven by a home that has clearly embraced [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) with a prairie growing right up to the curb? What was your first thought? As a horticulturist and lover of naturescaping, I am thrilled at the biodiversity and food sources I see. However, as a designer I cringe. My philosophy as a designer is to get as many people as possible planting natives in their yard. In that pursuit I have learned that a major key to that is not freaking out the neighbors. Because of this, I also embrace nativars and a few non-natives especially in your front landscape. Here are a few suggestions on how to plant natives while also playing nice with the neighbors: - Take a look around the neighborhood and its plant palette. Does everyone have boxwoods that neatly border their sidewalks or foundations? Consider planting a few (or perhaps our native Inkberry Holly) to anchor your design and give you some evergreen interest come winter. It will give your neighbors something they can recognize and will help to tie your yard into the neighborhood. - Group and repeat plants in a thoughtful manner that mimics traditional landscaping. - Embrace nativars. These are cultivars, or selections, of native plants that display various traits such as compact size, longer bloom times, or disease resistance. They tend to be a little better behaved for front yard gardens. Note though, that the further you get from the original native plant, especially with different bloom and foliage colors or bloom forms, the less likely they are to be beneficial to wildlife. And being cultivars, they lack the diversity of the native gene pool. If possible, plant straight native species in backyards where you can get away with a less tidy plant. - Incorporate elements into the yard that remind people that this is a garden – paths and benches are great focal points and give you an easy way to explore and enjoy your garden. - Keep bed edges neat and tidy by pruning back plants that wander onto sidewalks. If you do keep lawn, give your bed a clean spade edge and mulch. - Get involved with programs such as the [Audubon Society’s Bring Conservation Home](http://stlouisaudubon.org/conservation/BCH/index.php) and post their yard sign informing your neighbors of what you are doing. ![native plants support wildlife like birds](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/native-host-plants-st-louis-300x200.jpeg)Since we’re still in the relatively early days of naturescaping, I feel it’s important that those of us forging the way be good examples. Have a beautiful front landscape that doesn’t intimidate the neighbors and maybe they will ask what you have been up to. Then be the promoter, tell them all about your native plants and everything they are doing for the environment. Maybe they’ll then realize that there’s nothing scary or unkempt inherent with the use of native plants and they’ll be ready to start using them in their own yard. And let your backyard be as wild as you want! It’s your private space, let it be a gorgeous, diverse, oasis for wildlife! Article written by: Rebecca Eisele, Landscape Designer Rebecca is our Senior Landscape Designer. She is current acting Vice President of the Landscape Nursery Association of Greater St. Louis and is an inaugural Board Member of the Missouri Green Industry Alliance. Is is also active with Grow Native!, a plant education program of the [Missouri Prairie Foundation](https://www.moprairie.org/). Read her last [article on planting pollinator host plants here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/planting-pollinator-host-plants/). 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Beds without mulch will be subject to the constant thaw and refreezing that occurs over the course of a St. Louis winter, which can cause the water in the soil and roots to expand and contract. The expansion and contraction of the water may even work the roots out of the soil, exposing them to the cold, drying winter winds. **Mulching your planting beds has the added benefit of conserving moisture,** further protecting your plants from the dry winter conditions. Some types of mulch have the added benefit of naturally decomposing into organic matter perfect to help the soil in spring. **Mulching is a great way to prevent pesky weeds from sprouting.** Some weed species produce tens of thousands of seeds per plant, so even when all the weeds have been pulled from a bed, there may be seeds lurking just under the surface, waiting to pop up at the first sign of spring. Putting down a layer of mulch prevents weeds from getting the sunlight they need, severely slowing their growth. **Not only does mulch benefit your plants and inhibit weeds, but it can also give your landscaping a fresh look just in time for the new season.** Quiet Village offers a variety of mulch types and colors. Ask us about our environmentally friendly options! Call us today and talk to our experts about what kind of mulch is best for your needs. Together, we can keep your planting beds cozy all winter long. 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You're in the right place! See price ranges, patio design options, photos and tips. **Content:** # How Much Does a New Patio Cost to Build? August 8, 2020 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/#respond) ## How Much Does a New Patio Cost to Build? If you are wondering how much a [new patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/) costs to build, you’re in the right place! As you probably already know, the price of a patio is determined by both labor and cost of hardscaping materials selected. At Quiet Village, a new patio wouldn’t be complete without [new plantings](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/tree-shrub-planting-fertilization-pruning/), too! To understand specifically how much a patio will cost to design & build, there are many factors that can significantly impact the total price. Here, we wanted to share some basic starting points so you can have a good understanding of how much exactly a patio is going to cost to build. We hope these key takeaways help you decide on the best patio for your budget! **Natural Stone Patios start at $15,000** This would be a base price for a simple patio design & installation without any extensive features or add-ons. This is a great option for those looking to upgrade unused lawn space, or provide a simple gathering place for relaxing and entertaining outside. (We have built small, urban patios for less. Compact yards can really maximize their budget, based on size restraints.) ![Paver Patio in St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Stone-Patio-and-Outdoor-Fire-Pit-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Copy-1024x682.jpeg) **Natural Stone Masonry Walkways & Stairs are between $5,000 and $15,000+** Outdoor walkways and stairs are one of our most requested hardscaping enhancements. Walkways and stone stairways are an excellent way to transition between outdoor entertaining areas, providing safe walking areas for the whole family. They are high-impact ways to add four-season interest to outdoor areas, too! These outdoor upgrades generally start around $5,000 and go up from there, depending upon the length, size, materials selected, and how elaborate the design may be. ![Outdoor Walkway Construction](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Landscaping-Before_After-1024x1024-2.png) **Natural Stone Patios with enhancements cost between $25,000 and $60,000** These are the patios you dream about, or see in home design magazines. We consider these outdoor living rooms, because they feature elements like an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, BBQ grill or bar island, outdoor refrigerators, pergolas for shade, and everything else you need to entertain comfortably outdoors. We design & build in this range for lots of projects, because homeowners know they’ll see a ROI on their property when they have a beautiful outdoor entertaining area that simply wasn’t there before. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-Kitchen-cost-in-St_-Louis-area-1024x682.jpeg) Outdoor Kitchen & Grill Island **The “Ultimate Dream” Patios are upwards of $60,000+** In a dream world, every patio we design would have show-stopping elements like a gorgeous [backyard pool and surrounding poolscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/poolscape/), a covered dining area, outdoor lounge room, a relaxing water feature with lush trees and plants surrounding the space for privacy and the ideal staycation oasis. These patio projects completely transform a yard into a true outdoor living area that can be used for most of the year in the St. Louis area. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/expansive-outdoor-living-area-1024x678.jpeg) ## Patio Cost & Home Value When you begin looking at pricing for a new patio and the different options out there, what’s most important is the enjoyment that you’ll get out of this new outdoor entertaining area. Spending time outdoors is good for your mental health and overall well being. By creating a comfortable place to spend time outside, you’ll be getting more value out of your patio than just the stones and installation. You’ll gain mornings spent outside enjoying your coffee. You’ll gain a new gathering place for dinner, happy hour, or holidays with your family. You’ll gain more moment to observe nature and support biodiversity (who doesn’t enjoy watching birds and butterflies fluttering around their yard?!). Patios are the most popular way to expand your living space out into the great outdoors… just outside your door! ![outdoor kitchen construction](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/929-Tucker-Ln-207-1024x682-1.jpg) At Quiet Village Landscaping, every outdoor living design/build project is unique. We create a [custom master plan](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) of your property that you’ll use for years to come. The landscape design includes elements that you’ll enjoy from the very beginning. Trees and plants will grow and fill in over time. The construction dust will settle, and you’ll truly enjoy your yard more and more with every season. From the very first meeting and walking tour of your property, we bring upscale landscaping ideas and sustainable solutions to you and your family. We love our landscaping clients and their projects and enjoy building the patios and outdoor areas you’ll make memories in! **If you’re ready to talk more about your patio at your St. Louis, Chesterfield, or St. Louis County home, give us a call at 314-657-7050.** [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/&t=How+Much+Does+a+New+Patio+Cost+to+Build%3F&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/&title=How+Much+Does+a+New+Patio+Cost+to+Build%3F "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/patio-cost-build/&text=How+Much+Does+a+New+Patio+Cost+to+Build%3F "Share in Twitter") Tags: [hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/hardscaping-2/), [new patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/new-patio/), [outdoor living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-living/), [patio cost](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/patio-cost/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living **Tags:** hardscaping,new patio,outdoor living,patio cost --- ### [Forest-Park-Landscaping-Work | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/forest-park-landscaping-work-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Forest-Park-Landscaping-Work December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Forest Park Landscaping Work **Content:** # Forest-Park-Landscaping-Work December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2818/#respond)[![Forest Park Landscaping Work](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2818-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2818-1.jpg) Forest Park Landscaping Work **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/forest-park-map-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Forest Park Landscaping Honeysuckle Removal Map **Content:** # Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal December 3, 2014[Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/forest-park-map-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/#respond) [![Forest Park Landscaping Honeysuckle Removal Map](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal-300x214.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Forest-Park-Map-Landscaping-Honeysuckle-Removal-1.jpg) Forest Park Landscaping Honeysuckle Removal Map **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Forest-Park-Landscaping-Day | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/forest-park-landscaping-day-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Forest-Park-Landscaping-Day December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Forest Park Landscaping Day **Content:** # Forest-Park-Landscaping-Day December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2828/#respond)[![Forest Park Landscaping Day](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2828-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2828.jpg) Forest Park Landscaping Day **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [After Honeysuckle Removal Forest Park Landscaping | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/after-honeysuckle-removal-forest-park-landscaping-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** After Honeysuckle Removal Forest Park Landscaping December 3, 2014Comments: 0 After Honeysuckle Removal **Content:** # After Honeysuckle Removal Forest Park Landscaping December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2817/#respond)[![After Honeysuckle Removal](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2817-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2817-1.jpg) After Honeysuckle Removal **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Team-Forest-Park | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-landscaping-team-forest-park-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Team-Forest-Park December 3, 2014Comments: 0 Quiet Village Landscaping Team at Forest Park **Content:** # Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Team-Forest-Park December 3, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/forest-park-landscaping-honeysuckle-removal/img_2826/#respond)[![Quiet Village Landscaping Team Forest Park](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2826-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2826.jpg) Quiet Village Landscaping Team at Forest Park **Categories:** Landscaping, QVL in the Community --- ### [What to Plant in a Fall Vegetable Garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/what-to-plant-in-a-fall-vegetable-garden/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Although it might seem like the season for installing and planting vegetable gardens is coming to a close, you may be surprised to learn that most of the delicious produce you enjoy from a spring garden can again be planted in the fall vegetable garden. **Content:** # Fall Vegetable Gardens – What to Plant Now August 9, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/fall-vegetable-gardens-plant-midwest/#respond) Although it might seem like the season for installing and planting vegetable gardens is coming to a close, you may be surprised to learn that most of the delicious produce you enjoy from a spring garden can again be planted in the [fall vegetable garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/gardening/). Personally, I find the fall temperatures actually produce sweeter roots (carrots and beets, for instance) and more tender greens as the night time temperatures fall and the sun becomes less intense. Now is the time to install and plant the [fall garden](http://www.bhg.com/gardening/vegetable/vegetables/fall-vegetable-gardening/) so you will be feasting on fresh produce long after the heat of the summer passes. The following is a list of some of my favorite fall vegetable selections and when they should be ready to harvest if planted in the next few weeks. **[![carrots home garden](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/carrots-300x199.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/carrots.jpg)Carrots:** Carrots grown in the fall are extra sweet due to cooler temperatures! Plant a variety of colors (orange, red, yellow, white, or purple) for a beautiful harvest. Carrots take an average of 70 days to reach maturity making them available for harvest in early October. **Beets:** Similar to carrots, fall beets tend to be sweeter than their spring and summer counterparts. From candy stripe and golden, to the traditional deep red, beets come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Beets take an average of 60 days to reach maturity making them available for harvest in early October **Green Beans:** Often considered a summer delicacy, I’ve found that some quick growing varieties of snap green beans can also be planted with success in the fall garden. Snap Green Beans take an average of 50 days to reach maturity making them available for harvest mid-September. **[![watermelon radish ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/16452079955_de63320c2c_o-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/16452079955_de63320c2c_o.jpg)Radishes:** Well-known as a popular spring vegetable, a few varieties of radishes are actually better suited to the fall season. My favorite for taste and color is the [Watermelon radish](http://www.sunset.com/food-wine/kitchen-assistant/radish-recipes/radish-recipes), which displays a vibrant pink center when sliced. Depending on variety, radishes can take anywhere from 30 to 60 days to reach maturity, making them available for harvest from early September through October. Some radishes can even withstand a light frost or two, extending their season even further. **Turnips:** Similar to radishes, turnips come in many varieties with a few specifically suited to the fall season. The small Japanese turnips are great for eating raw, while storage turnips will last in the fridge for weeks. Turnips can take anywhere from 35 to 55 days to reach maturity, making them available for harvest from early September through October. **Lettuce, Kale, Spinach, and other greens:** Leafy greens love the cooler temperatures that fall brings. I like to plant a few different varieties and harvest them at baby size for a homegrown salad mix. Most greens can be harvested after only 30 days, which means they will be available to harvest as early as the beginning of September. **[![growing garlic at home](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Garlic-bulbs-300x201.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Garlic-bulbs.jpg)Garlic:** A personal favorite, garlic is one of the last things to be planted in the fall. It will stay in the ground all winter, do the most of its growing in the spring, and be ready for harvest in mid-summer of next year. Written by: Stephanie Jansing. For more information on planting vegetables that will thrive this autumn in the [St. Louis-area](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis), please reach out to Stephanie at . 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Dennis Evans shows you how to cultivate mulch to improve the overall health of your garden beds. **Content:** # How to Cultivate your Mulch – YouTube Video August 13, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/cultivate-mulch-youtube-video/#respond) Check out the latest Quiet Village Landscaping Video! Dennis Evans shows you how to cultivate mulch to improve the overall health of your garden beds. 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We may have snow, we may have unusually warm conditions. We may have heavy precipitation or not enough (like the [late winter drought we got last year in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/drought-conditions-st-louis-missouri-water-plants/)!). To take good care of plants this winter, it will help to know a few gardening basics to protect and get your plants through harsh, cold temperatures. # Taking Care of Outdoor Plants in Winter **Prepare Outdoor Plants for Winter** Preparing your landscape plants for winter takes some planning. Perennial plants go into hibernation every winter and are usually the easiest to prepare for the cold. Most plants need to be cut back and mulched, to help plants come back [healthy and vibrant in spring](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/seasonal-color-displays/). Keep track of rainfall throughout winter, to make sure your outdoor plants don’t need to be watered from now until spring. **Over-Wintering Container Plants & Potted Plants** When you have outdoor potted plants, you may need to provide extra insulation in order for them to survive harsh winter weather. Check to make sure your outdoor plant containers and pots are made of high quality, frost resistant material. Just like other outdoor plants, be sure to monitor precipitation to check if watering is needed. **Moving Outdoor Plants Inside** Some plants can be brought indoors and grown as houseplants. Certain varieties can handle dry winter conditions and cooler temperatures. Make sure you place all houseplants in the best indoor spots for sunlight exposure because winter sunlight isn’t very intense or long-lasting. This winter, try bringing a coleus or fuchsia plant inside as a nice reminder of summer! **Mulching Your Yard in Winter** [Winter mulching](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/winter-mulching-protect-plants/) differs from spring mulching in St. Louis. Why? Rather than suppressing weeds and conserving water, winter mulching is meant to keep the ground frozen. Frozen ground won’t kill hard plants, however repeated freezing and thawing will. Help your outdoor plants make it through our unpredictable winters in St. Louis with a [layer of mulch](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/edging-and-mulching/), which can as easy as spreading the collected leaves from fall, piled around your plant beds. **Over-Winter Plant Bulbs** Spring and summer bulbs require little care during the growing season, however you can’t just leave the bulbs in the ground all year long. All tender bulbs need to be dug up and stored in winter (especially in St. Louis). Store bulbs in a cool, dry place where temperatures stay above freezing. A dry unheated basement, crawl space or garage is a great spot to keep spring bulbs. **Winter Rose Care** Many of our landscape design and maintenance clients have roses. If you love roses, it’s important to give them attention going into winter. For example, in August we recommend that roses don’t get fed or pruned for the remainder of the year into spring, to discourage new growth that could suffer from winter damage. Leave all last flowers on the plant, to turn into hips. Rose hips are the rose’s seed pods. When roses produce seed pods, the rose bush thinks it’s done for the season and can start to go dormant for winter. **Winter Plant Watering** Our final tip is very important following last winter in St. Louis. Unfortunately, many newly installed or young [landscape plants didn’t survive winter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/drought-conditions-st-louis-missouri-water-plants/) if they weren’t watered just a few times last winter. Oftentimes, homeowners don’t realize that plants need to be watered even when it’s cold outside. Make sure to keep up with land care news by signing up for our [green living e-newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about) or following us on [social media](http://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping). [Quiet Village Landscaping](https://www.homeadvisor.com/sp/quiet-village-landscaping-company) shares important plant care advisories throughout the year to help homeowners keep their yards and gardens healthy and beautiful, no matter what Mother Nature is doing. Tags: [how to take care of plants in winter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/how-to-take-care-of-plants-in-winter/), [over wintering plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/over-wintering-plants/), [plant care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/plant-care/), [take care of plants in winter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/take-care-of-plants-in-winter/), [winter mulch](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/winter-mulch/), [winter rose care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/winter-rose-care/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** how to take care of plants in winter, over wintering plants, plant care, take care of plants in winter, winter mulch, winter rose care --- ### [Brand-New Rain Garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/brand-new-rain-garden/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** A rain garden is a shallow depression containing rocks and plants that can thrive in wet conditions. **Content:** # Brand-New Rain Garden August 29, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rain-garden/#respond) ![rain garden](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/rain_garden_0814-after-e1575559521336.jpg)Brand-New Rain Garden> **“I love my new rain garden. Thanks!” – Victoria V.** A rain garden is a shallow depression containing rocks and plants that can thrive in wet conditions. These gardens provide an alternative to drainage systems, attract native wildlife, and prevent chemicals used in the yard and home from polluting the water further along the system. Perhaps you have an area in your yard that retains water for hours or days after a good rain where your lawn looks patchy and weak. That is an ideal spot for a rain garden. With the right sculpting and the right plants, a rain garden holds and absorbs water, replenishing groundwater supplies. This is a much greener alternative to allowing rainwater to stream off of your property, polluting and flooding neighboring creeks and waterways. Quiet Village Landscaping designs gorgeous rain gardens that add beauty to landscapes while improving property value. A well-planned St. Louis rain garden will also attract a variety of birds, butterflies, and other native wildlife that your family can enjoy throughout the year. Let us install your rain garden for you and you’ll feel good about providing a habitat for native creatures, reducing water pollution and conserving our soils. Tags: [eco-friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscaping/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/), [native wildlife](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-wildlife/), [rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-garden/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [storm water runoff](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/storm-water-runoff/), [stormwater runoff](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/stormwater-runoff/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** eco-friendly landscaping,green landscaping,native plants,native wildlife,rain garden,st louis landscaping,storm water runoff,stormwater runoff --- ### [Fall Tree and Shrub Planting: DOs and DON'Ts](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-tree-and-shrub-planting-dos-and-donts/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** When summer’s plant-stressing heat is over and cooler weather sets in, it’s a great time to install trees and shrubs so that they can get established at least 6-8 weeks before winter’s icy chill. **Content:** # Fall Tree and Shrub Planting: DOs and DON’Ts September 14, 2014 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/fall-tree-shrub-planting/#respond) ![]() Tree and Shrub Planting When summer’s plant-stressing heat is over and cooler weather sets in, it’s a great time to install trees and shrubs so that they can get established at least 6-8 weeks before winter’s icy chill. Here are a few dos and don’ts to help your new plants get started successfully. **1. Location** One of the most important concerns about planting your trees and shrubs is the location. Understand the plant’s mature size as well as its water and sun needs. Don’t install a plant too close to existing plants or structures or where spreading roots might interfere with your sewer system. **2. Fertilization and Pruning** When planting trees and shrubs in the fall, do not fertilize the soil or prune the plant. Both of these actions encourage new growth rather than allow the plant to focus on establishing its root system. You can add a rooting hormone if you so choose. **3. Mulching** Adding mulch around the planting hole helps to insulate the tree and adds nutrients to the soil as it breaks down. However, do not create a volcano mound around the trunk or stems because that prevents oxygen from circulating properly around the plants’ base. **4. Watering** Take special note of how to properly water your tree or shrub. Overwatering can be just as fatal as underwatering. Quiet Village Landscaping would be happy to answer your questions about fall planting. Get in touch with us as soon as possible if you would like for us to install trees or shrubs on your property this fall. 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They illuminate the night and help to spread cheer to neighborhoods, restaurants, strip malls, HOA’s, and more. Hanging Christmas lights and Holiday decor can be a struggle. Roof lines can be hard to reach. Decor can be heavy. Lights get tangled or don’t work. It’s supposed to be fun, but sometimes you end up becoming a Grinch when all you want to do is spread a little holiday cheer… This is why our outdoor experts are committed to helping homeowners, neighborhood communities, churches, businesses, and others get prepared for the Holidays. We hang Christmas lights alongside beautiful fresh evergreen garland, wreaths, swag, and bows. When hanging Christmas lights and holiday decor, safety is key. Sometimes people call us because they are looking for help hanging second or third story lights only. Or, maybe they would like a yard clean-up, fresh mulch, and holiday lights installed ahead of Thanksgiving or Holiday party entertaining. We make your exterior look well groomed and inviting, year-round! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Hanging-christmas-lights-ladue-mo-1024x761.jpg) Let our team deck your halls with festive finishing touches. Here we’re sharing a few fun photos of our team working in Ladue, MO. The home pictured above wanted beautiful wreaths in each window along with evergreen containers at the front entrance. We also [hung Christmas lights](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/holiday-decorations/) along the roof line and in the surrounding landscaping. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_0695-Copy-1024x682.jpg) We also add beautiful Holiday decor to neighborhood entryways, signage, and more. These are fun because they are high-impact, making your neighborhood feel welcoming, festive, and fun! If you need some help hanging Christmas lights or setting up Holiday decor, see if our services would be a good fit. We provide full-service landscaping across St. Louis. You can easily check to see if you are within our service area by checking out our [interactive map here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis). You can also [check us out on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtmbKyoknkVIoQ-axY9zKA) to see all of the different types of projects we’ve been working on! 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Fall Pumpkin Displays, Mums, Gourds, and more. **Content:** # Best Ideas for Outdoor Fall Decor in St. Louis September 5, 2019 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ideas-outdoor-fall-decor-st-louis/#respond) Fall is knocking on our door, and we’re already planning new design ideas and connecting with the best plant nurseries and farms near St. Louis to brainstorm fun concepts for Festive Fall Color Displays, like the one pictured here. ![]()magic of fall at the beginning of October that’ll last well after Halloween, and still looking festive for Thanksgiving. Once your autumn decor is taken down, we can even replace it right away with Holiday garland and lighting. Families love this design service because it makes celebrating the holidays easy. You come home to a [beautiful autumn display ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/autumn-decorations/)created with all-natural plant material. We don’t litter your yard with cheap plastic or chintzy items that will just get thrown away after one use. You’ll get a natural, organic display that we compost and dispose of properly. Business owners, property managers, restaurants, and shops love fall displays because they are fun and Instagram-worthy. We create the perfect backdrop for fall-themed photos. With the popularity of pumpkin-spiced lattes, Halloween, and Oktoberfest, a seasonal display could be the perfect addition to your front entrance, patio, courtyard or sidewalk space. We like to get autumn displays up on time, making September the best month to get scheduled for a walk-thru of your decoration space to get the most value from your display. We can also customize requests based on style preferences, whether it’s classic fall colors or no-mums and modern. You can find more [autumn inspiration here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/autumn-decorations/), where we have lots of photo showcasing past autumn decorations. But most importantly, take a look at your outdoor space to see if you would want to bring an elevated look of fall to shine a little bit of fall-themed happiness on you and your visitors for over 2 months! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/fall-decorations-1-200x300.jpg) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ideas-outdoor-fall-decor-st-louis/&t=Best+Ideas+for+Outdoor+Fall+Decor+in+St.+Louis&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ideas-outdoor-fall-decor-st-louis/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ideas-outdoor-fall-decor-st-louis/&title=Best+Ideas+for+Outdoor+Fall+Decor+in+St.+Louis "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ideas-outdoor-fall-decor-st-louis/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/ideas-outdoor-fall-decor-st-louis/&text=Best+Ideas+for+Outdoor+Fall+Decor+in+St.+Louis "Share in Twitter") Tags: [fall decor](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fall-decor/), [fall decor display](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fall-decor-display/), [outdoor fall decor](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-fall-decor/), [pumpkin display](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pumpkin-display/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** fall decor,fall decor display,outdoor fall decor,pumpkin display --- ### [Holiday Lighting Season begins in St. Louis, Missouri](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/holiday-lighting-season-begins-in-st-louis-missouri/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping installs professional holiday lighting displays for homes and offices around the St. Louis area. **Content:** # Trim Your Trees! Quiet Village Starts Holiday Lighting Season November 4, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/trim-trees-quiet-village-starts-holiday-lighting-season/#respond) It seems like it happens every year. You barely have time to digest Halloween Candy and retail stores have transformed into a winter wonderland! You’d love to make your house feel as festive, but instead every time you visit the grocery store you are reminded of that daunting task. Rather than spend your time digging through cords and replacing burnt out bulbs, consider these reasons for hiring Quiet Village to handle your Holiday Lighting. - **CUSTOM DESIGN**. Overwhelmed by the prospect of lighting your home for the holidays? Have a member of our design team meet with you to discuss your ideas for the perfect holiday display. A made-to-order design will highlight your unique taste and character, while considering the landscape, architecture, infrastructure, and logistics. - **SAVE TIME & ENERGY**. Filled with excitement and joy, the holidays are also one of the busiest times of year. Save time, effort, and money by allowing us to cross this chore off your to-do-list. Our crews are trained to install your display quickly and efficiently so you’re not hanging lights for hours in the cold. In addition, we install LED lighting technology which uses *75% less energy* and lasts 25 times longer than older incandescent lighting systems. - **PROFESSIONAL TAKEDOWN AND STORAGE.** Once the Holiday parties have ended the last thing you want to do is deal with the clean-up. Not only do we install your lighting system but we take down your decorations and store them until you need them the following year. No need to find extra space in the attic. ![]() Let Us Decorate Your Home or Business for the Holidays! ![]() [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/trim-trees-quiet-village-starts-holiday-lighting-season/&t=Trim+Your+Trees%21+Quiet+Village+Starts+Holiday+Lighting+Season&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/trim-trees-quiet-village-starts-holiday-lighting-season/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/trim-trees-quiet-village-starts-holiday-lighting-season/&title=Trim+Your+Trees%21+Quiet+Village+Starts+Holiday+Lighting+Season "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/trim-trees-quiet-village-starts-holiday-lighting-season/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/trim-trees-quiet-village-starts-holiday-lighting-season/&text=Trim+Your+Trees%21+Quiet+Village+Starts+Holiday+Lighting+Season "Share in Twitter") Tags: [christmas light installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-light-installation/), [christmas lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-lighting/), [christmas lights st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/christmas-lights-st-louis/), [green christmas](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-christmas/), [holiday lights installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-lights-installation/), [holiday lights st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/holiday-lights-st-louis/), [LED lights](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/led-lights/), [st. louis holiday light installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-holiday-light-installation/) **Categories:** Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** LED lights,christmas light installation,christmas lighting,christmas lights st. louis,green christmas,holiday lights installation,holiday lights st. louis,st. louis holiday light installation --- ### [Festive Outdoor Décor Ideas for the Holidays](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/festive-outdoor-decor-ideas-for-the-holidays/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit more than festive and fun outdoor décor. Try some of our most eye-catching ideas to cheer up the rest of your year! **Content:** # Festive Outdoor Décor Ideas for the Holidays December 11, 2017 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/festive-outdoor-decor-ideas-holidays/#respond) Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit more than festive and fun outdoor décor. Thanksgiving and Christmas are two of the most extravagant holidays for seasonal décor, and there are so many options available to get you into the cheerful spirit of the holiday season. Looking for ideas? Try some of our most eye-catching ideas to cheer up the rest of your year. **Twinkle, Twinkle Holidays Lights[![outdoor holiday lights](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-185397-300x200.jpeg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-185397.jpeg)** The sun goes down before 5 p.m. in St. Louis throughout November and December, leaving lots of families in the dark by the time they get home. Feel welcomed when you return home this winter with cheerful holiday lights! Even simple strands around your front porch, mailbox, or entranceway can have a big impact. Use inexpensive light timers to automatically turn on and off your light displays when you’re not home to enjoy them. Even if you don’t want to mess with hanging up Christmas lights, you can buy an easy-to-use projector light, like this [multicolored ](https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=philips+multicolored+led+falling+snowflake+projector+with+remote)[LED falling snowflake light by Philips](https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=philips+multicolored+led+falling+snowflake+projector+with+remote). You can instantly decorate the outside of your entire home with this amazing falling snow effect! **Adopt Holiday Pets!** Have some serious fun with charming animal sculptures that light up. Choose between a tinsel lit pug with hat and scarf, an enchanting 29.5” unicorn, a whimsical (and super adorable!) [narwhal](https://www.target.com/p/17-25-tinsel-lit-narwhal-with-scarf-wondershop-153/-/A-52367304?lnk=rec|adaptpdph1|related_prods_vv|adaptpdph1|52367304|0), or tropical [flamingo](https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=flamingo+wondershop). These sculptures make great standalone accents to your home, or you can pair with your decorated Christmas tree for updated holiday look for your traditional tree. These are great for families with children, or to decorate small urban spaces as a cheery alternative to a full-sized holiday tree. **[![holiday wreaths ladue ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/winter-door-decoration-christmas-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/winter-door-decoration-christmas.jpg)Step-up Your Wreath Game** Holiday wreaths are almost synonymous with the Christmas season, so why not elevate your front door look this year? We love the idea of simply adding string lights to your holiday wreath to really illuminate your seasonal look. Simply purchase a battery powered set of string lights that are compatible with a timer and wrap around your favorite holiday wreath. Then, it’s ready to hang! You can also add new bows, ribbons, glitter, or other seasonal accents to breathe new life into your holiday décor. **Inflatables** As a landscaping company, we’re not the biggest fans of most inflatable pieces for outdoor holiday decorating. Inflatables left in the yard and in the same spot for too long can cause brown spots in your lawn and suffocate your grass. However, there are some styles that are meant to be to kept off your lawn and still make a big impact. One of our favorite new styles is this cute [inflatable gingerbread house archway](https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=inflatable+gingerbread+house) that could be placed right in front of your front door. What an easy way to add some seasonal charm to your entranceway! We also like this fabulous Santa on vacation inflatable that could be placed in an existing flower bed or garden bed without suffocating your grass. **Long Lasting Cheer** Lots of our clients love the permanent cheer that [landscaping lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/) provides. Outdoor lighting highlights focal points of your home and yard, which contributing to safety. When the holidays roll around, you can strategically place decorations to be illuminated by these permanent landscape lights! As an added bonus, these lights are meant to last. You don’t have to worry about “taking them down” after the New Year has passed. It’s a great way to illuminate your property year round, adding a bright cheer to your home every evening. [Learn more about it here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/). Looking for even more holiday décor ideas?! [Visit our past blog post here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/festive-outdoor-holiday-decor-ideas-diy/) that’s filled with creative DIY project ideas to get into the holiday spirit this year! 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It acts as a focal point for your landscape, increases the value and beauty of your home, and offers a warm attraction for your guests. **Content:** # Outdoor Fire Pit: Get the Most Out of Autumn September 13, 2013 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/outdoor-fire-pit/#respond) ![Fire Pit st louis, stone, landscape design element](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Fire_Pit-e1575557353362.jpg "Fire_Pit") Get the most out of the changing seasons with a custom-designed outdoor fire pit. Few comforts compare to sitting with your family around a warm fire, watching the sparks dance under the canopy of a star-studded sky, and relishing the ambient noises of a cool autumn evening. The smell of the wood burning brings back memories of camping, cookouts, and outdoor fun even as you create new memories to cherish. But the right fire pit provides more than comfort. It acts as a focal point for your landscape, increases the value and beauty of your home, and offers a warm attraction for your guests. If you are culinarily inclined, opt for a fire pit that doubles as an open fire grill or an enclosed oven. Installing a fire pit at the end of summer or the beginning of fall allows you to get the most enjoyment from your outdoor living space as the weather turns cooler. Quiet Village provides St. Louis’ widest selection of quality materials for your fire pit or fireplace, so you get to choose the exact style that suits your taste and complements your current structures. There are many different sizes and types of fire pits and fireplaces, so talk with us about options for either small or large areas. You deserve to enjoy your outdoor living space this autumn. Call Quiet Village today to set up a consultation, and get started with designing your paradise. 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The EarthWays Center encourages businesses to [go greener](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) by participating in [the yearly challenge](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-sustainability-quiet-village/), and we are here for it! This year we participated at the Leaders / Champion Level. Our Innovation Project idea was to create a native plant restoration garden near the trailhead and road intersection of Centennial Greenway close to Olive Boulevard. Unfortunately the pandemic paused our planning with the City of Olivette, so we completed the challenge with other sustainable actions. We are hoping to continue planning with Olivette in 2021. These are a few of the challenges we completed, to become a more sustainable landscaping company. **Gifting Plastic Pots to Local Gardeners** As landscapers, we are responsible for lots of plants that go into the ground. We plant trees, shrubs, and expansive garden spaces packed with perennials and native plants. These plants come in plastic containers, which we usually take in big loads to recycle to a recycling center in Florissant, MO. During the pandemic, plastic pot recycling was paused. Because we couldn’t recycle these pots, we offered them for free on social media, Facebook gardening group pages, and to our landscaping and gardening clients. We had great responses and multiple pick-ups from local gardeners in need of these pots for their own gardening projects as well as a local farmer who was able to reuse an entire truckload of plastic pots! ![Reusing Plastic Pots for Gardening St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Recycling-Plastic-Pots-1024x773.jpg) Free Plastic Pots for Gardeners! This ended up being an eco-friendly way we were able to adapt to new challenges we faced during the Coronavirus pandemic. Plastic pots were reused instead of recycled, and we hope we can continue to keep these pots out of landfills until recycling is available again. **Recycling Stations & Signs** We wanted to make recycling as easy as possible in our office. Our sustainability team improved accessibility to recycling by creating new Recycling Stations in multiple location across our office buildings. The most heavily used station is right by our dumpster, helping to keep recyclables out of the trash. We posted easy to read signs in both English and Spanish to help bring attention to the three new stations. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/New-Recycling-Stations-Green-Business-Challenge--1024x1024.png) New Office Recycling Stations – Green Business Challenge Now, recycling is easier at our busy landscaping office for our team and visitors. We also purchased new recycling bins to use in heavy use rooms like our conference room and main printing station, to reduce the amount of recyclables that would have otherwise ended up in the trash. **Expanded Biodiversity with Native Pollinators & Plantings** When Quiet Village Landscaping moved into our new building 3 years ago, we had lots of building maintenance projects to tackle. In between client landscaping projects, we have slowly worked on a plan for our own surrounding landscaping, and ways we can best incorporate native plants and especially pollinators beneficial to the biodiversity of our local ecosystem. We have always been passionate about reintroducing native plants, and the concept of the Homegrown National Park. This year we expanded the [number of native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-pollinator-plants-st-louis-yard/) on our business property to include plants needed most by pollinators and local wildlife. We planted Butterfly weed, critical to the survival of the Monarch butterfly. We planted Northern spicebush, a host plant depended on by Swallowtail butterflies. We also planted American beautyberry, Echinacea (Coneflowers), Asters, and a selection of evergreens to create privacy between our building and the parking lot next door. It’s always amazing to see the wildlife attracted to even the potted plants we have onsite for installation at client properties. Every year, we add more beautiful plants to our available outdoor spaces. These plantings also serve as a demonstration garden for our team, to learn which plants we like to use in [sustainability-focused landscape designs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design). ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Native-Pollinators-Landscaping-in-St_-Louis-648x1024.jpg) Echinacea **Green Suggestion Box for Ideas and Team Collaboration on Sustainability Projects** One of the ideas the Green Business Challenge highlights in the challenge scorecard is really simple yet effective! Our office coordinator created a green suggestion box that is open for suggestions, ideas, and feedback. The box is open for anyone to use, and serves as a daily reminder that Quiet Village Landscaping values sustainability and greener business practices. It has already proven to be a great tool to promote awareness of eco-friendly practices. Our green team meets every few months to review new ideas and make plans for bringing sustainability to the forefront of our business culture. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Green-Suggestion-Box-Green-Business-Challenge-927x1024.jpg) Green Ideas Suggestion Box **Social Distance Friendly Outdoor Meeting Space \*in progress\*** 2020 has been one of the most challenging years for most businesses. At the beginning of the pandemic, we were able to continue working outdoors. While our employees were able to work outside, we slowly started to need safe places for our team to meet, besides our offices and conference rooms indoors. We then began working on improving an outdoor space next to our building that we previously didn’t utilize. The space had a small, simple patio with an ugly view of a U-Haul parking lot next door that wasn’t very appealing. We started by creating a new landscape design for the space that features mostly native trees and plants. The trees will fill-in overtime to create a natural privacy screening between our backyard patio and the parking lot. The native plants will create year-round interest and will be added to, using the landscape design as a guide. By getting this new outdoor meeting space established this year, we are continuing to expand our native plant collection on-site. Our team can plan and host social-distance friendly meetings, enjoy lunch outside, and be surrounded by a beautiful landscape similar to the ones we design and install every day across St. Louis. Below is the dreary “before” photo of the outdoor space we are transforming. As plantings get established this year and spring back to life next year, we will be sharing the before/after photos on our [social media pages](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping)! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Before-Landscaping-Makeover-1024x583.jpg) “Before” our Patio Makeover We appreciate that The Green Business Challenge pushes us to focus on sustainability, especially in a year dominated by a pandemic. We always want to make sure we are prioritizing our planet in the choices we make. Thank you to [Earthways Center](https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/) for helping St. Louis businesses like ours remain committed to healthier business choices and practices that impact our climate. **Join us in making St. Louis a greener City!** You can hire us to create a sustainably-minded landscape design for your home or business property. No space is too small – or too BIG – to start incorporating smarter landscaping practices that look beautiful and provide low-maintenance solutions compared to traditional landscapes with an enormous care burden that comes with an expanse of turf grass. 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See how we did it, with helpful tips we've learned along the way. **Content:** # St. Louis Green Business Challenge : See How We Did It December 14, 2021 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-leader-sustainability/#respond) The St. Louis Green Business Challenge is a sustainability-focused program organized by Missouri Botanical Garden that Quiet Village has participated in for several years now. The program has seen over 250 local businesses like us take on the challenge, progressing from Challenge Apprentice up to Leader and Champion. It’s a perfect fit for our green-thumbed crew because it grows the **Triple Bottom Line** (fiscal, social, and environmental), which is at the very heart of our core values. If you want to become more environmentally responsible but don’t know how to get started, get inspiration from the Green Business Challenge Accomplishments & Innovations our team completed at the Leader Level. [See what we did to complete last year’s challenge here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/green-business-challenge-2020/) for even more insights into what it takes to participate on a smaller scale. # The St. Louis Green Business Challenge Now in our third year of Challenge participation, we wanted to find a way to bring our commitment to sustainability to our local community. Our landscape design work brings eco-conscious solutions to our clients, and now in our 20th year in business, we knew we wanted to do something to support the people that support the work we’re passionate about. ![St. Louis Green Business Challenge - volunteer day Quiet Village Landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/St_-Louis-Green-Business-Challenge-volunteer-day-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x729.jpg) ## Accomplishments - Eco-friendly 20th anniversary celebration hosted Garden Tour Party with refillable water stations (instead of plastic bottle use) and attendance gifts of native Aromatic Aster and Coneflower plants. Horticulturists were available to answer questions about eco-friendly gardening & landscape design solutions. - Engaged in [Adopt-a-Highway Beautification projec](https://www.instagram.com/p/CSZ13WWLQhk/)t at the busy intersection of 170/Page. Project includes a four-year commitment to litter cleanup, landscape beautification, mowing and care. Logistics delays have our official signage on hold, but it’s anticipated to be installed soon so we can begin volunteer work. Wave if you see us there volunteering! - Added a Pollinator Garden in two new areas serving as a Plant ID destination for our team. ## Innovations - Hosted volunteer day with [Forest ReLeaf](https://moreleaf.org/), pruning and trimming trees in North City neighborhoods. Approximately 30 trees were cared for. Several neighbors expressed delight with improved walkways and visibility. - Planted native-forward landscape design at client site Operation Food Search for volunteers, visitors, and staff to enjoy. - Annual participation in Operation Food Search Swing to Heal Hunger charity golf tournament. ![St. Louis Green Business Challenge - completed by Quiet Village](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_20211215_122211_202-1024x1024.jpg) Earthways Center of Missouri Botanical Garden provides every participant with valuable resources needed to complete the challenge, with options to select from that would work best for you. Participation points can be earned for completing activities as easy as creating a green suggestion box up to tracking energy use or installing solar power or other eco-conscious upgrades. Each year Quiet Village has completed various challenge tasks, which inspire us to live, work, and landscape in a more [environmentally conscious way](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green). The St. Louis Green Business Challenge has become a way for our team to give back, volunteer, and spread eco-inspired ideas to our peers, team, clients, vendors and even at home. Working through the challenge fosters a connection to how business operations impact the environment, and how they can be changed. The challenge provides an excellent blueprint for reaching goals and tracking progress. Even if your company does very little in the way of sustainability, this program provides all of the support needed to enact real change within your organization. Several of the challenge participation points are focused on sustainable landscape design ideas, such as planting a Pollinator Garden or adding eco-friendly elements to an outdoor space. Adding native plants for increased biodiversity takes some research. [Get ideas for native plants that look good together here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/stunning-native-plant-combinations-st-louis-garden/). Many St. Louis properties are overrun with invasive Bush honeysuckle that can grow into thick, dense hedges. Properties with invasive Bush honeysuckle should come up with a plan for removal; either removing it all together or in sections if areas are particularly overgrown. [See how to remove invasive honeysuckle yourself here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/get-rid-invasive-honeysuckle/). Register for the St. Louis Green Business Challenge or get more details: https://stlouisgreenchallenge.com/ Quiet Village Landscaping is looking forward to continuing to participate and encouraging our business partners to do the same! Sustainability in business isn’t just a trend, it’s a necessity. We’ll keep participating and hope to raise up our accomplishments next year. We send enormous gratitude to the team at Earthways Center; Jean Ponzi, Angelina O’Donnell, Jennifer DeRose along with Gary Mazdra at MoDOT for the support in finishing out another year of the eco-focused challenge. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/PXL_20211215_175125931-1024x977.jpg) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-leader-sustainability/&t=St.+Louis+Green+Business+Challenge+%3A+See+How+We+Did+It&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-leader-sustainability/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-leader-sustainability/&title=St.+Louis+Green+Business+Challenge+%3A+See+How+We+Did+It "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-leader-sustainability/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-green-business-challenge-leader-sustainability/&text=St.+Louis+Green+Business+Challenge+%3A+See+How+We+Did+It "Share in Twitter") **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Flourishing Garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/flourishing-garden/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Flourishing Garden - We recently checked on one of our customers to see how their plant installation has filled out over this past year. **Content:** # Flourishing Garden October 8, 2014 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/flourishing-garden/#respond) We recently checked on one of our customers to see how their plant installation has filled out over this past year. Look what we found! **Permeable Paver Patio, Rain Garden and Plant Installation** **October 2013** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1095-e1575491728394.jpg) **September 2014** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/permeable_paver_patio_web-e1575491901500.jpg) ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/paver_patio_rain_garden_web-e1575491962904.jpg) Watch us install the patio by heading over to our “Watch Us Work” page at [https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/portfolio/watch-us-work/](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/portfolio/watch-us-work/ "Watch Us Work") Find out more about the benefits of paver patios at [https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/benefits-permeable-pavers/ "Benefits of Paver Patios") Let Quiet Village Landscaping transform your yard into a flourishing garden! 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It’s time to start preparing your plants for the cooler days that are on the way. **Content:** # Get Your Garden Fall-Ready! September 22, 2015 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/garden-fall-ready/#respond) ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/quiet-village-fall-gardening-300x199.jpg)Are you feeling that slight chill in the St. Louis air? It’s time to start preparing your plants for the cooler days that are on the way. While fall isn’t exactly the most exciting time of year for gardeners, there are still lots of fun things to be done in your home garden! For example, it’s the best time to plant trees and shrubs, and it’s cool enough to do digging and other strenuous tasks that can be harder to perform in our hot and humid Midwest summers. There’s even time to plant cold-tolerant veggies and flowers! Listed below are our Quiet Village picks for fall gardening tasks: **Bring in Tender Plants** As soon as nights start to get chilly, it’s time to bring in any houseplants, tropicals, and succulents that have been outdoors for summer. Remove all dead leaves, branches, and inspect the plant for insects. This is also a great time to repot your plants with a fresh potting mix. Place your houseplants in bright light while keeping the soil lightly moist, and keep your tropical plants in a cool, dark place while keeping them barely moist so that they enter dormancy. **Remove Damaged Branches** While shearing shrubs isn’t recommended, fall is a good time to remove limbs that are diseased, damaged or otherwise detrimental to a plant’s form or overall structure. **Plant Spring Bulbs** Spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils require a cold winter in order to bloom to their full potential, so planting them now in fall will ensure they get all the cold they need. Plant tulips eight inches deep and daffodils nine inches deep. **Make Decorations from the Garden** Pumpkins, gourds, and squashes can easily be grown in your backyard for some seasonal decorations. If the first frost is in the forecast, be sure to make good use of any remaining blooms or foliage by turning them into a locally harvested flower arrangement! For more fall gardening tips, check out our blog post on [Fall Tree and Shrub Planting: Do’s and Don’ts](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-tree-shrub-planting/). 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Through community involvement and engagement they have greatly improved the beauty of local street corners, schools and parks. Their bi-annual Fall Garden Tour was a great hit this year, with absolutely perfect weather, a great turnout and a great selection of gardens showcasing University City’s historic residential areas. Quiet Village Landscaping was happy to participate, by offering garden tips and advice at featured garden #7 in the historic Parkview neighborhood, where we interviewed Horticultural Director for U City in Bloom, Jesse Gilbertson who gave a great insight into the organization and a unique Bonsai Garden from the tour. Check out [our YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtmbKyoknkVIoQ-axY9zKA) video summary of one of our favorite garden-feature events! 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What happens at most parties? Everyone ends up in the kitchen! A bar height counter was built to keep family & friends comfortable with conversation flowing smoothly between hosts and guests. ![outdoor kitchen construction](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/929-Tucker-Ln-207-1024x682-1.jpg) No outdoor kitchen is complete without fire. The homeowners chose a Fire Magic 30″ built-in natural gas grill, a double side burner & Big Green Egg. Now the backyard is a popular family gathering place for al fresco dining, patio parties, and fun fall cook-outs. ![big green egg custom installation outdoor kitchen](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/929-Tucker-Ln-179-200x300.jpg) Queso, the family’s beloved pet, agrees! The new outdoor kitchen is now the main destination for this busy St. Louis family. ![outdoor living space](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/929-Tucker-Ln-46-1024x682.jpg) You can view more outdoor living construction and design photos by visiting our Houzz page! [Click here to see what we’ve been up to](https://www.houzz.com/pro/quiet-village_landscaping), for project inspiration or ideas you can use in your very own backyard. Our full-service landscaping team can design, build, and maintain your outdoor entertaining spaces. Improve the curb appeal, aesthetic, design, and functionality of your home by expanding the space you already own with new design features, improved lawn space or garden beds, native plants, water management, and more. Our [award-winning landscapers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about) are proud of the eco-friendly approach we bring to each and every outdoor oasis we step foot on in St. Louis. 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Get expert outdoor lighting design tips that brighten any outdoor space. **Content:** # Outdoor Lighting Design Tips – Expert Ideas to Brighten Any Outdoor Space November 15, 2021 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/outdoor-lighting-design-tips-expert-ideas-brighten-outdoor-space/#respond) # Outdoor Lighting Design Tips Daylight savings hits, and we all feel left in the dark during the coldest months. Lighting design focused on brightening outdoor spaces can have a major impact not only on the outside of our property, front entrance, and back yard spaces, it can also make your home feel bigger on the inside, too. Outdoor lighting adds safety and ambiance to any space when it’s designed well. Illuminating even a single tree in your front yard can increase the feeling of space both inside and outside, especially if all you can see is black when you look out. The [best outdoor lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/) designs will make your entire garden look magical at night, especially in winter when sunset is before 5:00pm in St. Louis. Learn how to pick the best outdoor lighting design for your home, and get inspired to make your own garden **GLOW!** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/cardinals.jpg) Show your St. Louis Cardinals pride! Plus, Valentine’s Day and Christmas. ## **Use Outdoor Lighting to Highlight Garden Features** Maximize the full potential of your beautiful garden features with the soft ambiance of outdoor lighting. Cast brilliant luminescence on your favorite outdoor elements so that you can actually see them when it’s dark outside. Trees, fence lines, garden beds and retaining walls can all be used as a focal point. An outdoor pond or pool area can also be made more brilliant with the right lighting. A backyard water feature uses lighting to make the outside feel more special – and more spacious when it’s pitch black. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_4654-1024x683.jpg) The amount of time the lights are on can be adjusted throughout the year to [save on energy](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green). Lighting is strategically placed to highlight features with year-round interest, like the large boulders surrounding the waterfall and the larger trees where birdfeeders hang. Lighting like this breaks the “black wall” you would otherwise be seeing when you look out. ## Outdoor Lighting Doubles as Low-Maintenance Holiday Décor What could be easier than using a quick mobile app to change the color settings to match the season when it comes to [holiday décor](https://www.lightupstl.com/)?! Life is stressful enough, and this clever décor hack can go a long way in adding a festive vibe practically on-demand with the right outdoor lighting system. Adjust individual light settings or use the preprogrammed options designed for popular holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Mardi Gras or Valentine’s. The possibilities are endless when it comes to lighting colors to show your support of your favorite sports team, pride, or just your favorite color of the moment. Outdoor lighting can be used to minimize the use of string lights or other decorations that take up valuable storage space in your home. ![outdoor lighting for Christmas and holidays](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Christmas-Lighting-Installation-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1024x493.png) An architectural focused lighting system will enhance curb appeal, a color-changing LED lights give you full control over the light’s hue. Synchronize all lights for a stylishly simple monochromatic look or mix and match to instantly change the mood. Pair with string lights for added holiday drama, or keep it low maintenance if you’re pressed for time. ## Use Outdoor Lights to Make Your Home *Feel Bigger* Did you know that outdoor lighting can actually make your home feel more spacious? We’ve already hinted on this little talked about interior design trick here; when it’s completely dark outside it essentially creates a dark barrier between your interior spaces and the outside world. When you look every single window in your home and all you see is a black wall, it can make your interior spaces feel smaller and more cramped, no matter what size it actually is. Adding lights to the outside of your most popular hangout areas in the house will extend your living space while improving visibility at the same time. Dining rooms, kitchens, living rooms and bedrooms can instantly feel more cozy with strategically placed lights. This also applied to hanging temporary holiday lights. Display them where you can see them and enjoy them the most! This might mean hanging lights in an unexpected place, like the side yard, back yard, garage or balcony. Use your most commonly looked out of windows as a guide to more enjoyable holiday lighting. ## Showcase Your Personality or Cool Art! It’s no surprise that people take great pride in the things they collect and display in their homes – inside and out! Art sculptures, statues, water features, garden gnomes and everything in between can be made to feel more special thanks to uplighting, spot lighting, cross lighting or other light design techniques. Use different shades and colors of lights to add nighttime interest to your most prized garden features. Blown glass and other art pieces reflect light in unique ways, adding instant drama when the sun goes down. The garden photo shown below is filled with cool art pieces and sculptures that are made more brilliant as soon as the sunsets thanks to a well balanced lighting system. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-lighting-installation-U-City-1024x768.jpg) Thoughtfully designed outdoor lighting can boost your mood and expand the visual space of the inside of your home. It’s a brilliant way to boost your interior design, working from the outside in to create more depth and visual interest. If daylight savings gets you down, and you hate coming home to a dark, unwelcoming house every day then outdoor lighting could do the trick to make you feel happier at home… especially during the winter months. See other [charm-adding upgrades](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/outdoor-upgrades-add-home-increase-homes-charm-factor/) our design pros love to use to maximize curb appeal and overall home aesthetic. 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The [Deer Creek Watershed Allianc](http://deercreekalliance.org/ "Deer Creek Watershed Alliance")[e](http://deercreekalliance.org/rainscaperebates.aspx "Deer Creek Watershed Alliance - RainScape Rebates"), a project of the [Missouri Botanical Garden](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/sustainability-conservation/sustainable-living/at-home/rainscaping-guide.aspx "Missouri Botanical Garden RainScaping Guide"), is ![St. Louis rainscape rebate program](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/rainscaping_graphic-297x300.png)providing homeowners a financial incentive to reduce rainwater runoff problems. Residents of fourteen participating St. Louis County municipalities can now apply for a RainScape rebate of up to $2,ooo.oo to establish a rain garden, amend the soil, or install a rain barrel in their yard. A rain garden is a great solution for existing drainage issues in your yard. If you have areas in your yard that hold water for hours (or even days) after a downpour, where turf refuses to grow and always looks patchy and weak, a rain garden may be just what you need. By creating a shallow depression planted with a variety of attractive native plants, rain water can be held and properly absorbed by the soil to replenish groundwater supplies. This is a great improvement to allowing rainwater to stream off of your property to pollute and flood neighboring creeks and waterways. Quiet Village Landscaping can design a rain garden that adds beauty to your landscape while improving your property value. A well planned St. Louis rain garden will also attract a variety of birds and butterflies that your family can enjoy throughout the year. You can feel good about providing a habitat for these native creatures, reducing water pollution and conserving our soils. Applications for the RainScape rebate program are due by March 1, 2013, so call Quiet Village Landscaping to start planning your future rain garden now! 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Surprise your loved one with something unique! **Content:** # This Valentine’s Day, Gift Something You’ll Both Enjoy All Year! January 30, 2017 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/valentines-day-gift-enjoy-year/#respond) Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and regardless of whether you love it, hate it, or couldn’t care less about Valentine’s Day, it’s still a day to celebrate someone you care about. Plus, this year, we could all do with a little extra love in the air. Roses are beautiful and chocolate is delicious, but if you want to give a gift that is actually useful, why not mix it up with a new outdoor feature your whole family can enjoy? Our staff loves the idea of surprising your loved one with something unexpected like a [new edible garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/organic-edible-gardens-years-health-resolution-last/), [water feature](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/), or even freshening up an area of your yard with beautifully blooming flowers that will last far longer than the cut-flowers typically given around Valentine’s Day. Oh, and what could be more romantic than a new [outdoor fire pit with sitting walls](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/) that provide the space for the ultimate date-night in? [![outdoor fire pit](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Wine-Gass-And-Fire-Pit-5165978-300x218.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Wine-Gass-And-Fire-Pit-5165978.jpg) Try one of our ideas for your boyfriend, girlfriend, roommate or any other partner in crime this year! Choose something unexpected that will last far beyond the usual gift, or typical overpriced prix fixe restaurant menu. Give our office a call at (314) 657-7050 or [send us an email](/contacts/) to get started on your custom creation, but act quick – Valentine’s Day is approaching fast. Tags: [Fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fire-pit/), [gift landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/gift-landscaping/), [unexpected gift idea](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/unexpected-gift-idea/), [valentine’s day](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/valentines-day/), [valentine’s day gift](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/valentines-day-gift/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** Fire pit,gift landscaping,unexpected gift idea,valentine's day,valentine's day gift --- ### [Rebecca Elected as Hort Co-Op Representative](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/rebecca-elected-as-hort-co-op-representative/) **Published:** February 2, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Rebecca Elected as Hort Co-Op Representative February 2, 2015EventComments: 0 Rebecca Elected as Hort Co-Op Representative Congratulations to Rebecca Eisel **Content:** # Rebecca Elected as Hort Co-Op Representative February 2, 2015 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rebecca-hort-co-op-rep/#respond) ![]() Rebecca Elected as Hort Co-Op Representative Congratulations to Rebecca Eisele–our landscape designer–on being elected as the Horticultural Co-Op Representative for the Landscape and Nursery Association of Greater St. Louis (LNAGSL)! I (Rachel, Marketing Manager) had the pleasure of interviewing Rebecca on this milestone. Interview follows: **Rachel: Can you tell me a little about the Landscape and Nursery Association of Greater St. Louis (LNAGSL)?** **Rebecca:** The LNAGSL is an organization of Landscape Designers, Landscape Contractors, Landscape Managers, Retail and Wholesale Nurseries, Arborists, etc. The LNAGSL organizes monthly educational meetings/events to benefit these various member businesses. LNAGSL also offers one scholarship each year. You can find more info about them at [www.stlouislandscape.org](http://www.stlouislandscape.org "St. Louis Landscape Association"). **Rachel: What is the Hort Co-Op?** **Rebecca:** The Hort Co-Op is an umbrella organization that presides over LNAGSL, Gateway Professional Horticulturist Association, Greater Saint Louis Flower Growers Association, and the Saint Louis Arborists Association. The main goal of the Hort Co-Op is to organize education programs to benefit all of the member associations. This means that all of the member associations have representatives that relay information between the two boards – letting Hort Co-Op know what events the member associations have planned and coordinating the Hort Co-Op educational events accordingly. The Hort Co-Op also acts as a clearinghouse for information distribution for the member organizations, offers two scholarships a year, and hosts a job postings board. Their website is [www.hortco-op.org](http://www.hortco-op.org "Hort Co-Op"). **Rachel: How does the election process work and what were some of your qualifications?** **Rebecca:** I was nominated by a member of the existing LNAGSL board and then the general membership votes in the actual board members. I believe \[one is qualified by\] generally showing leadership within the industry through involvement. While in Illinois and involved with the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association (ILCA), I was part of their leadership council and founded a Women’s Networking Group within the ILCA. I was also a member of Kishwaukee College’s Horticulture Department Advisory Board. Thus, LNAGSL’s board knew I was no stranger to committees, board meetings, and event organization. **Rachel: What is the scope of your duties as a representative?** **Rebecca:** The Hort Co-Op representative is basically the entry level board position and is a two-year position from July 2015-June 2017. My duties involve attending both LNAGSL and Hort Co-Op board meetings to represent both entities to their respective boards. I am also on LNAGSL’s education committee which reviews and selects scholarship recipients and helps organize educational events. **Rachel:** I noticed that LNAGSL already has you up on [their board and staff page](http://www.stlouislandscape.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/profiles.main/index.htm "St. Louis Landscape Association's Board and Staff")! Thanks for sharing about your position and congrats again, Rebecca. 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February 2, 2018 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-wins-best-houzz-2018/#respond) We’re proud to share that we’ve been awarded the [Best of Houzz 2018 Service Award](https://www.houzz.com/pro/quiet-village-landscaping/quiet-village-landscaping-co)! This is the third year we’ve received this badge award on Houzz (we received it both in 2017 and 2015) and we’re happy that not only people are finding us on the platform, but they are using our photos, ideabooks and activity to make their dream landscaping projects come to life. We love Houzz. It’s like Pinterest for home improvements projects, letting you browse and save inspirational photos and ideas for any big project on your horizon. Not only is it a great resource for beautiful photos to inspire you, it’s also a great place to find local professionals that can help you get that dream project completed. It’s a fun and interactive online community where you can plan and research any project – ranging from interior design and decorating, architecture, landscape design, and home improvements. We really like the user forum, because it gives people a chance to connect with other people who are working on a similar project or have the same questions related to an upcoming project. Houzz is a great website to ask us questions, see what typical landscaping projects cost, or see any recently completed work performed by our team. You can also write us a review, [sharing your experience working with our team of professional landscapers](https://www.houzz.com/browseReviews/quiet_village_landscaping). We try to make staying connect with us as easy as possible. Not on Houzz? [Find us on Pinterest, too](https://www.pinterest.com/quietvillagelandscaping)! There we share a collection of pins, such as native plants, outdoor living inspiration and past projects for you to check out. 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Learn what it takes to be a QV team member. **Content:** # Quiet Village Career Fairs – Two Dates! February 29, 2016 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-career-fairs-dates/#respond) **We’re hosting two open house Career Fair Events at our office in March!** Please join us on Tuesday, March 1st or Thursday, March 10th from 4-6pm to learn more about our career opportunities in the following positions we’re hiring for: - **Garden Crew Leaders** - **Construction Crew Leaders, and** - **Fertilization Experts** All open positions are full-time, with opportunities for paid overtime. We’re be providing light refreshments and snacks, as well as details about each open position, and will be taking applications and information from those interested in joining our team this year! Join us on one of these upcoming dates, and [meet the Quiet Village Team!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/meet-our-team/) Looking for more information? 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Busy professionals turn to our gardening crews to make sure their flower beds, raised garden beds, and container plants look great for the times you want to enjoy your outdoor spaces. **Tree & Shrub Care** : Fertilizers give plants beneficial added nutrients or can work to keep pests away. We keep trees, shrubs, and hedges trimmed properly to ensure healthy growth and to ensure large limbs aren’t actually a potential hazard in your yard. **Lawn Care Plus** : We offer [seasonal lawn maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/), at one consistent monthly rate. On average, our crews mow once per week on regular service days (which does sometimes change due to weather). We mow more or less depending on grass growth, dry/wet weather patterns and other naturally occurring factors. **Irrigation Maintenance & Enhancement** : Minor changes can make a big difference in the efficiency of your watering system. If you have an irrigation system installed, make sure it’s not using excessive water or missing areas that really need to be watered. **Spring Plantings** : Get pops of color, with [new spring plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/seasonal-color-displays/) (including edibles)! Our landscape design team can help to create your own, unique outdoor spaces with well-placed flower beds, privacy plantings, native gardens and more. Find us on Instagram for [outdoor living inspo](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/)! 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March 2, 2017 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/fresh-ideas-outdoor-living-space/#respond) With spring right around the corner, what better way to get ready for warmer days and outdoor entertaining fun than by planning your outdoor living space? Whether you have an expansive yard or a tiny backyard area to work with, you can bring outdoor style to your home. Try our creative outdoor ideas, and if you’re looking for inspiration, browse our [Houzz professional page](https://www.houzz.com/pro/quiet-village-landscaping/quiet-village-landscaping-co) for a look at some of our past completed outdoor living projects! **Expansive Yard Spaces** Wit![outdoor living kitchen space](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/quiet-village-landscape-project.jpg)h plenty of room outdoors, you can really get creative with outdoor living space ideas. Our [landscape designers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/meet-our-team) love creating seamless flow through areas like [outdoor kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/projects/1400495/functional-and-chic-outdoor-kitchen), cozy fire pits, covered sitting and dining areas, and even the lounging spaces around pools and hot tubs. We can build the foundation areas for your outdoor living areas, giving you the flexibility to add pops of color with large outdoor rugs, fun outdoor toss pillows, and interesting potted plants. Add a soft glow to your space for spending the evenings outdoors with globe string lights and chic outdoor hurricane-style lanterns. We also suggest using a few outdoor fans to create airflow, which will help to [keep outdoor pests away](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/natural-ways-mosquitoes-repellant/) from your outdoor entertaining areas. **Small Outdoor Areas** [![outdoor living space firepit](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-firepit-300x170.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-firepit.jpg)With a little bit of proper planning, we can work to maximize your small-size outdoor living areas to achieve the best use of your existing space! Our landscape designers are experienced in small space design in urban backyards and small outdoor courtyard spaces. Quiet Village Landscaping strives to create an outdoor oasis that you and your family can enjoy throughout the year. With limited outdoor space, our small-space solutions might include space for small bistro tables, movable outdoor serving carts and tables, and other outdoor living pieces that are highly functional and showcase your style. Get started on your outdoor project, by giving us a call at (314) 657-7050 to set up your free initial design appointment, and we look forward to helping you create an outdoor living space that you can enjoy, this year and beyond! Tags: [hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/hardscaping-2/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [outdoor decor](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-decor/), [outdoor entertaining](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-entertaining/), [outdoor kitchen](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-kitchen/), [outdoor living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-living/), [outdoor living space](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-living-space/), [small outdoor living space](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/small-outdoor-living-space/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living **Tags:** hardscaping,landscape design,outdoor decor,outdoor entertaining,outdoor kitchen,outdoor living,outdoor living space,small outdoor living space --- ### [Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District Offers Grants for RainScaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/metropolitan-st-louis-sewer-district-offers-grants-for-rainscaping/) **Published:** February 26, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District’s initiative “Project Clear” offers small grants to improve water quality through rainscaping. **Content:** # “Project Clear” Offers Small Grants for St. Louis RainScaping February 26, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-clear-st-louis-rainscape-grants/#respond) ![]() ![]() A rain garden and permeable paver patio that Quiet Village Landscaping installed in Maplewood. Great news—the [Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District’s initiative “Project Clear”](http://www.projectclearstl.org/get-the-rain-out/rainscaping-small-grants-program/ "Project Clear") offers small grants to help improve water quality through rainscaping! As MSD announces on their website, they “will invest billions of dollars over a generation in planning, designing, and building community rainscaping projects, system improvements, and an ambitious program of maintenance and repair.” Residents of participating St. Louis County municipalities can now apply for a rainscape rebate to establish a rain garden, amend the soil, or install permeable pavement, rain barrels, or even a green roof on their property. [Find out if your property is included in the grant program focus area. ](http://stlmsd.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Viewer/index.html?appid=4c26b6f53f1c4bb0a8145e6aa84c742f "Focus Area") ![]()https://msdsmallgrantsloorientation.eventbrite.com. 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See what's required for St. Louis County. **Content:** # Backflow Testing for St. Louis County – What’s Required for All Irrigation Systems March 6, 2022 [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/backflow-testing-st-louis-county-required-irrigation-systems/#respond) If you have an irrigation system or plan on installing one soon, you’ll need a backflow test (also called a backflow inspection or sprinkler blowout) done with an irrigation professional annually to make sure your device is functioning properly. See what’s required for all irrigation systems in St. Louis County; whether the sprinklers are being used or not. # **Backflow Testing of Irrigation Systems in St. Louis County** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Sprinkler-Repair-Visit-Town-Country-by-Quiet-Village-997x1024.jpg) Every year the Missouri Department of Natural Resources ([MoDNR](https://dnr.mo.gov/)) as well as a St. Louis County Ordinance require that all irrigation systems pass a backflow test, with the proper processing fee paid & completed summary sheet completed by an irrigation professional. Once you receive a notice in the mail, it’s important to schedule a backflow test in the event that repairs need to be made to ensure a sprinkler system is up to code and working properly. A backflow test can usually take less than an hour to complete. We submit all required paper work to the Water Purveyor as well as St. Louis County Public Works. Our irrigation technicians can also [make repairs](https://stlsprinklersystems.com/), run water usage audits, and upgrade parts or control panels to WiFi to make sure your sprinklers aren’t wasting money. Backflow inspections can be completed for your irrigation system any time of the year, and typically is a requirement with a new home sale that already has an irrigation system installed. The most popular time to schedule a backflow test is late March – May in St. Louis. This is typically when the weather has warmed up enough to test your backflow and turn-on your system for the lawn care season in spring, summer & fall. So, if you have an irrigation system or you’re thinking about getting one installed, you’ll need an irrigation professional to work with for your annual backflow testing. Our experienced technicians can even help resolve any delinquent (over 90 days late) responses to testing requests. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Irrigation-system-backflow-inspection-master-lawn-irrigation-installer.jpg) **Schedule your backflow test** with Quiet Village, or get information on any of the other outdoor services we offer like landscaping design, horticultural services, construction, hardscaping, [outdoor lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/) & full service lawn care. It is common for us to combine both irrigation system services with lawn mowing so that our specialists can monitor watering zones, irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, and adjust as necessary throughout the year; not just at the beginning and end of the gardening season in St. Louis. ![backflow testing contractor for St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/backflow-testing-contractor-for-St_-Louis.jpg) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage --- ### [ladue patio | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/ladue-patio-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** March 30, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** ladue patio March 30, 2018Comments: 0 **Content:** # ladue patio March 30, 2018 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/#respond) [![best patio ladue](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5373-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5373.jpg) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/&t=ladue+patio&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/&title=ladue+patio "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/&text=ladue+patio "Share in Twitter") **Categories:** Outdoor Living --- ### [Proud Sponsor of St. Louis Children's Hospital](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/proud-sponsor-of-st-louis-childrens-hospital/) **Published:** March 24, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** We are so proud to be a sponsor for St. Louis Children's Hospital! Here's our Marketing Manager Rachel hanging with the clowns at the Cocktails & Clowns benefit event at Windows on Washington on Friday, March 21st. **Content:** # Proud Sponsor of St. Louis Children’s Hospital March 24, 2014 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Volunteer Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/volunteer-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/proud-sponsor-st-louis-childrens-hospital/#respond) ![St Louis Childrens Hospital Benefit](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_0049-2web_StLouisChildrens.jpg) We are so proud to be a sponsor for St. Louis Children’s Hospital! Here’s our Marketing Manager Rachel hanging with the clowns at the Cocktails & Clowns benefit event at Windows on Washington on Friday, March 21st. Doc ICU is one of the clowns that helps make patients smile at Children’s Hospital–one of his assets is his glowing juggling balls. Hats off to the clowns at Children’s! 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We attended the awards reception at Windows on Washington last month and are proud to share that we were a finalist in the competing category “[Residential Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design)” for our landscape design project in Ladue, Missouri. It was our first year submitting a project for this award and we were honored to be featured along side other talented landscape professionals, architects and designers working their creative magic across the St. Louis area. Below are a few photos from the project showcased for the 2018 ADA Awards and we look forward to another season of designing your outdoor oasis! Quiet Village Landscaping design projects oftentimes feature outdoor living spaces, patios and [retaining walls](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/), native plants and carefully chosen plants. Our designs breathe new life into your yard and outdoor entertaining areas. [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/)[![best landscaping ladue](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5393-1.jpg "ladue landscaping") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/)[![best patio ladue](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5373-1.jpg "ladue patio") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5373/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5389/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5389/)[![flowers ladue](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5389-1.jpg "flowers ladue") ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5389/) Tags: [ada awards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/ada-awards/), [at home magazine](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/at-home-magazine/), [best landscaping company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaping-company/), [ladue](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/ladue/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** ada awards,at home magazine,best landscaping company,ladue --- ### [Earth Day in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/earth-day-in-st-louis/) **Published:** April 12, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** For our special Earth Day blog, Landscape Designer Karen Spreitler discusses what Earth Day in St. Louis means to her, and ways you can join her in going green! **Content:** # Earth Day in St. Louis April 12, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/earth-day-st-louis/#respond) **For our special Earth Day blog, Landscape Designer Karen Spreitler discusses what Earth Day in St. Louis means to her, and ways you can join her in going green!** This year![Earth Day STL](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Web-image-1-167x300.jpg), April 22nd is designated “Earth Day” and for me marks the beginning of Spring and all good things to come. The winter is long gone, trees are budding and blooming, cafés set out tables for alfresco dining and our beloved [St. Louis Cardinals](http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=stl) hit the mound. Earth Day, however, is bigger than all those things, now celebrated around the world by 1 billion people since its inception by Senator Nelson in 1970. Earth Day is the largest secular event observed worldwide for all ages to take action to better our environment. Most of us who are in the know will be going to Forest Park for [Earth Day celebrations on April 24th](http://www.stlouisearthday.org/events/festival/). Every year I take up a new action to help mother earth as its struggles to keep up with my dirty habits. I’m about 55% on bringing my own bags to the grocery store. I now keep a stash in my trunk as a more convenient way to remember. But in a hurry I rush in to shop and come out with new bags only to see the stash when I open the trunk. Ugh, next time. I ride my bike to doctor appointments, [yoga](http://shantiyogastl.com/) and the market. By organizing my errands and strategically manipulating my client visits I drive the shortest distance minimizing the carbon monoxide belching from my car. Last year I started composting my kitchen scraps. My daughter in-law gave us a compact [Yimby composter](http://www.amazon.com/Yimby-Tumbler-Composter-Color-Black/dp/B009378AG2) for Christmas. It can be surprising how much we can pile in it! This year I will not be able to attend our Earth Day celebration to get inspiration. However, there is no shortage of ideas since I think about ways to be healthier on a daily basis. My research lately has been on observing those fashionistas that wear items from years gone by. My daughter being one of these stylish trend setters, has for the last several years inspired me to shop at resale outlets for clothes. I like that you can piece together vintage styles with modern pieces to create your own individual style. Maybe you will see me in my new style at the grocery store with my reusable bags this year. **Interesting facts about our daily dirt.** Americans use and dispose of 100 billion plastic shopping bags each year and at least 12 million barrels of oil are used per year in the manufacture of those bags. (Wall Street Journal) Less than 5 percent of plastic grocery bags are recycled in the U.S. (Environmental Protection Agency) The US spends about 1 billion dollars a year just to dispose of food waste. Food leftovers are the single-largest component of the waste stream. (EPA) The decomposition of food and other organic waste in landfills produces methane, a greenhouse gas 21 times more damaging to the environment than carbon monoxide. **How You Can #GoGreenSTL** [Plant a tree!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/planting-services/) One tree can take up to 48 pnds of carbon monoxide per year. A mature tree holds up to one ton of carbon monoxide. [Properly placed around a residential or commercial building](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/foundation-plantings/) an active tree can reduce cooling energy by 30 percent and that same tree can absorb up to 100 gallons of water a day. [Plant natives!](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) Native milkweed provides a sap that helps protect the Monarch butterflies against predators when they ingest it. Cup plant is a host to over 47 insects beneficial to birds and the nectar is a favorite among pollinators. 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In our 20th year in business, we are excited to be expanding our landscaping offerings to now include all-inclusive irrigation system maintenance, repair & installation. **Content:** # NEW for 2021: Expanded Sprinkler & Irrigation System Care, including Smart WiFi Sprinklers March 31, 2021 [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/2021-expanded-sprinkler-irrigation-system-care-including-smart-wifi-sprinklers/#respond) *Our pandemic pivot?* Expanded sprinkler & irrigation system services that cover modern updates like [Smart WiFi irrigation system controls](https://stlsprinklersystems.com/enhancements/). In our 20th year in business, we are excited to be expanding our landscaping offerings to now include all-inclusive irrigation system maintenance, repair & installation. Quiet Village now has a dedicated team and service routes to help St. Louisans water their outdoor paradise with ease. We even got a new, shiny irrigation-specific work truck for Dorsey (Irrigation Crew Leader) and his team to work from. Honk if you see them on a road near you! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Irrigation-Company-in-St_-Louis-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-does-sprinklers-1024x938.jpg) Say hello to our new irrigation truck! # Expanded Sprinkler & Irrigation System Care in St. Louis Irrigation systems are critical to grounds maintenance for commercial, recreational, and estate properties. Under or overwatering can cause damage to lawns, garden beds, and ground conditions. No one wants brown, crispy grass. And, no one wants a soggy, mosquito-ridden yard. Upgrades and regular sprinkler maintenance are recommended for most irrigation systems, and can be evaluated every spring during your sprinkler system turn-on, backflow testing and inspection. With summer temperatures on the rise, a watering plan for outdoor living spaces is key to a beautiful landscape. Smart sprinkler systems do most of the work for you, with manual updates made even easier; and access right from your device (phone, tablet, or computer). ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/sprinkler-company-st-louis-1024x683.jpeg) Most requested areas for new irrigation system installations include large, super-sunny lawn spaces that get direct sun and newly redesigned landscapes with lots of trees and plants that are just getting established. In St. Louis, it’s not uncommon for us to get both drought-like and flooding conditions, no matter the season. With our challenging weather conditions, it makes landscaping care even more important. That’s why we are committed to ***watering your paradise well!*** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Best-Irrigation-Company-St-Louis-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-award-winning-landscaping-1024x960.jpg) Our new irrigation division simply goes by [Quiet Village Irrigation](https://stlsprinklersystems.com/). All sprinkler services can be scheduled and organized with your Quiet Village Account Manager or our main office. Got sprinklers or need to get scheduled? Get in touch! We work all over the St. Louis & St. Louis County area to plan, prep, and perfect your paradise. You can even bring all of your lawn, [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery) & irrigation needs to Quiet Village as a “one stop shop” instead of dealing with several outdoor companies. **We provide all-inclusive landscaping for your staycation paradise.** Special thanks to our friends over at [BMG Fleet](https://bmgfleet.com/), who take care of our vehicle designs. Tara Staples is the talented graphic designer we work with, who makes us look professional as we drive through neighborhoods and service our clients. 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May 4, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rain-gardens-rainscaping-smarter-landscaping/#respond) Modern homeowners are embracing smarter techniques when it comes to landscaping, which we love! Smarter landscaping usually goes hand-in-hand with sustainability and the best long-term plan for your yard. One of the best ways to put your yard to work for you is by incorporating rain gardens or rainscaping elements into your outdoor living spaces. Anyone worried about a damp basement, overworked sump pump, or muddy paw prints all over the house could [benefit from a rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/rainscaping/) or rainscaping design. **Rain Gardens & Rainscaping** Rainscaping is a system to manage stormwater using a combination of catch basins, plantings, water features or permeable pavers. The system absorbs more water, leaving your yard healthier every time it rains. When designed correctly, you end up with a beautiful flower bed that also serves as a reservoir for your yard and roof runoff. A rain garden is essentially a garden bed planted with special deep-rooted, water-loving plants like Sedge, Foxglove, Iris, or Coneflowers. Native plants are always recommended for a rain garden because they can survive when the soil is [wet from heavy rains](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/stormwater-management/) and also when soil is dry because they have adapted to St. Louis’ climate and soil conditions. These plants also attract beautiful dragonflies, butterflies & bees! Another often overlooked benefit: Rain gardens minimize mosquitoes because the water is typically absorbed within 48 hours, which isn’t long enough for mosquitoes to breed. Plus, those newly attracted butterflies, birds & wildlife love to eat annoying mosquitoes. Rainscaping is a great, eco-friendly solution to drainage issues, ponding, flooding, or lawn areas that require excessive maintenance. Oftentimes the results can be dramatic, expanding the usable outdoor space because the yard is healthier, with better drainage that turns that extra water into nourishment for gorgeous native plants. **Check out this backyard transformation!** ![rainscaping design before and after transformation](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/before-and-after-300x251-2.png)Rain Gardens don’t have to take up tons of room in your yard. Oftentimes we are replacing overgrown invasive Honeysuckle areas or uneven lawn space that isn’t being used. With smart planning and proper placement, you’ll end up with an ultra low maintenance new garden space that keeps your yard in better shape, year-round. Next time your yard becomes a muddy mess, take photos! Document the excessive water and drainage issues you’re experiencing. Note how long water is left standing, before absorbing fully into the ground. If your yard stays soggy and wet for days on end, a rain garden may be the answer! This information can be invaluable when designing a rain garden (think about how unpredicable our St. Louis weather is), to select the best plants, materials, size, and other important elements that go into an overall cohesive rainscape. Want to learn more? [Watch our rainscaping video here](https://youtu.be/UyUnCcvFYYw)! Tags: [catch basins](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/catch-basins/), [garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/garden/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [rain garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-garden/), [rainscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscaping/), [xeriscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/xeriscaping/) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage **Tags:** catch basins,garden,landscape design,rain garden,rainscaping,xeriscaping --- ### [ladue landscaping | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/ladue-landscaping-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** March 30, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** ladue landscaping March 30, 2018Comments: 0 **Content:** # ladue landscaping March 30, 2018 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/#respond) [![best landscaping ladue](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5393-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_5393.jpg) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/&t=ladue+landscaping&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/&title=ladue+landscaping "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-chosen-finalist-ada-awards/img_5393/&text=ladue+landscaping "Share in Twitter") **Categories:** Landscaping --- ### [What are the Benefits of Permeable Pavers?](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/what-are-the-benefits-of-permeable-pavers/) **Published:** May 21, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** What are the Benefits of Permeable Pavers? May 21, 2014Eco-Friendly, HardscapingComments: 0 Permeable paver patios, pathways and driveways are much ‘greene **Content:** # What are the Benefits of Permeable Pavers? May 21, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/benefits-permeable-pavers/#respond) [![10952255_ml_v2-web](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/10952255_ml_v2-web.jpg) **Permeable paver patios, pathways and driveways are much ‘greener’ than their asphalt or concrete counterparts. Also referred to as “pervious,” permeable pavers allow water to filter into the ground rather than causing runoff. Permeable pavers allow snow and ice to melt more rapidly. Water drains into the ground rather than refreezing on the pavement. When the water is absorbed by the ground rather than flowing into the sewer drains, it greatly reduces the amount of man-produced irrigation that your lawn requires in the direct and surrounding areas. This helps nourish deep-rooted plants and trees along with surface vegetation like turf and flowers. Environmentally-speaking, less storm water runoff means that our streams and riverbeds are less likely to flood and the rate of erosion will be reduced. It also decreases the amount of toxic pollutants such as chemicals and oil that get washed into water supplies, affecting aquatic life, fishing, swimming, and even, in some cases, drinking water. Permeable pavers come in a huge variety of attractive styles and colors. Talk to one of our expert designers about your green vision for your landscape. [Watch us install a permeable paver patio.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/permeable-paver-patio/ "Watch Us Work!") Tags: [driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/driveway/), [eco-friendly landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscape-design/), [eco-friendly landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-landscaping/), [eco-friendly patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/eco-friendly-patio/), [environmentally friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmentally-friendly/), [green driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-driveway/), [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [green patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-patio/), [pathway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pathway/), [paver driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/paver-driveway/), [paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/paver-patio/), [permeable driveway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-driveway/), [permeable paver](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver/), [permeable paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-paver-patio/), [permeable pavers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/permeable-pavers/), [sidewalk](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/sidewalk/), [walkway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/walkway/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living --- ### [Outdoor Luxury Living by Quiet Village Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/outdoor-luxury-living-by-quiet-village-landscaping/) **Published:** June 8, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** The yard is an extension of your living space, so why not make it as functional and liveable as possible? **Content:** # Outdoor Luxury Living by Quiet Village Landscaping June 8, 2015 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/outdoor-luxury-living-quiet-village-landscaping/#respond) The yard is an extension of your living space, so why not make it as *functional and liveable* as possible? At Quiet Village Landscaping we see the swath of green space around a residence as capital that is often underutilized real estate. Take full advantage of your property by designing an outdoor space that feels more like an additional room than simply a yard. Built-in features like stone or paver fire pits and fireplaces create warmth and welcome use throughout the year, even when the temperatures drop. The benefit of having an open fire for grilling adds functionality to charm. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/wojlAAFzRFd5xgzS3NXJq_YuqmWditMnNSYrp3jxdPU4hU-RQ-qbC9VwqE7RNX5fKtcdk8CjfFtYqhhceBw1j0-e1575557641186.jpg) Sitting walls provide structure to your outdoor space and convenient seating for social gatherings. Our design team balances the functional hardscaping with gorgeous plant and flower selections which soften the feel of your space. The most memorable outdoor spaces have a mix of both elements. Permanent physical features provide a solid structure and support function while softer elements like plantings, trees, and manicured lawn areas create variety with a palette of colors and textures that change with the seasons. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_3018-e1575557722497.jpg) [![](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png)Utilize your backyard space with design features.Whether you would like to add structure or softness to your outdoor escape, our team can help. From patios to walkways, pergolas to water features, our goal is to maximize the functionality of your space while adding beauty and serenity that will increase your pleasure and your property value. [![garden arbor, beauty in landscape design, pergola](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/QVL-pics-336-300x168.jpg)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png)A pergola adds welcoming feel.We are happy to offer your home our expertise and professional installation skills. Call our office at (314) 657-7050 or [email us](/contacts/) to request a free initial design consultation. Tags: [Fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/fire-pit/), [hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/hardscaping-2/), [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [landscape ideas](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-ideas/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [missouri landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/missouri-landscaping/), [outdoor fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-fire-pit/), [outdoor living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-living/), [outdoor living space](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/outdoor-living-space/), [patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/patio/), [pergola](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pergola/), [st charles landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-charles-landscaping/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [yard](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/yard/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living --- ### [Effortless Watering: Smart Irrigation Systems Save Time & Money](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/effortless-watering-smart-irrigation-systems-save-time-money/) **Published:** May 13, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Effortless control, water conservation, and enhanced landscapes with modern smart irrigation systems installed by Quiet Village Landscaping. **Content:** # Effortless Watering: Smart Irrigation Systems Save Time & Money May 13, 2023 [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/effortless-watering-smart-irrigation-systems-save-time-money/#respond) Maintaining a healthy lawn and garden requires consistent and adequate watering. As a homeowner, you understand the challenges of finding the time and resources to keep your outdoor spaces healthy and beautiful. Thankfully, advancements in irrigation technology have revolutionized the way sprinkler systems work, making it easier than ever to keep your landscape thriving. Here we will explore the top reasons why homeowners should consider [installing an irrigation system](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/irrigation), particularly the newer smartphone-controlled Wi-Fi systems and the latest technologies available for residential and commercial properties. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/irrigation-installation-with-smart-system-and-big-yard-1024x515.jpeg) 1. ## **Effortless Control with Smartphone Integration:** Gone are the days of guessing and endless adjustments to irrigation systems. With modern smartphone-controlled Wi-Fi systems, you now have the power to control new irrigation systems with just a few taps your phone, computer, or tablet. Whether you’re at home, at work, or on vacation, you can remotely adjust watering schedules, monitor system performance, and even receive alerts about water usage or potential issues. This level of convenience ensures that your lawn and plants receive optimal care without any hassle. ***Manage your irrigation system anytime, anywhere with a user-friendly smartphone app.*** 2. ## **Water Conservation and Environmental Responsibility:** Water scarcity is an increasing concern in the Midwest. By installing an irrigation system, you can significantly reduce water waste compared to traditional manual watering methods. The latest technology in irrigation systems allows for precise and targeted water use, ensuring that every drop counts. Smart sensors can detect soil moisture levels, weather conditions, and even adjust watering schedules accordingly. With the ability to tailor your irrigation system to specific areas and needs, you can avoid overwatering and minimize water runoff, promoting a greener and more sustainable environment. ***Intelligent sensors adjust watering schedules based on real-time data, promoting plant health and conserving water.*** 3. ## **Customized Irrigation Solutions for Different Zones:** Every yard has its unique characteristics, with varying levels of sun exposure, soil types, and plant requirements. The latest irrigation systems offer zone-based watering, allowing you to create customized irrigation schedules for different areas of your property. By segmenting your landscape into zones, you can ensure that plants, flowers, and grass receive the ideal amount of water they need. This level of precision prevents under or overwatering, resulting in a healthier and more resilient landscape. ***Tailor your watering schedule to match each plant’s unique needs, ensuring optimal growth and vitality.*** 4. ## **Time and Energy Savings:** Hand-watering property can be a time-consuming and physically demanding task. An irrigation system eliminates the need for manual labor, freeing up your valuable time and energy for other activities. With programmable timers and automated routines, you can set your irrigation system to run at specific times, ensuring consistent watering even when you’re not around. This not only saves you time but also provides peace of mind, knowing that your outdoor spaces are being well-cared for. Optimize water usage, reduce monthly bills, and minimize plant replacements, saving you money in the long run. ***Save up to 50% with Predictive Watering.*** 5. ## **Increased Property Value:** A well-maintained landscape adds significant [value to your property](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/enhancing-propertys-value-art-landscaping-investment/). An irrigation system not only ensures that your lawn and plants are thriving but also enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of your home. Potential buyers and real estate investors are often attracted to properties that require less maintenance, and an irrigation system sends a signal of a well maintained and visually appealing landscape. Investing in this modern technology can make your property stand out in St. Louis’ competitive real estate market. Embrace a beautiful and healthy outdoor space without the hassle of hand watering. By installing an irrigation system, with smartphone-controlled Wi-Fi systems, you can enjoy the convenience, efficiency, and environmentally friendly benefits. The ability to remotely control and monitor your system, conserve water, customize watering schedules, save time and energy, and increase your property’s value make investing in an irrigation system an intelligent choice. Invest in modern irrigation system to allow your landscape to thrive without worry. **Quiet Village monitors all alerts and water usage, with same-day service for issues. 5 year warranty on all new irrigation system installs.** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/sprinkler-system-installation-in-St_-Louis-backflow-inspection-by-Quiet-Village-683x1024.jpg) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage --- ### [The Best Native and Pollinator Plants for 2016](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/the-best-native-and-pollinator-plants-for-2016/) **Published:** May 19, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Not only are native plants and pollinators perfectly adapted to our unique Midwest climate, they provide important food and shelter for our local wildlife - including butterflies, birds, and bees! **Content:** # The Best Native Plants and Pollinators for 2016 May 19, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-native-plants-pollinators-2016/#respond) **[Native plants](http://quietvillagelandscaping.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6fa81e423ccd62deccb7f0632&id=a8e6103139&e=81e1083b89) and pollinators make great additions to any landscape.** Not only are they perfectly adapted to our unique Midwest climate, they provide important food and shelter for our local wildlife – including butterflies, birds, and bees! Our landscape design team loves to incorporate them into both residential and commercial properties because of their relatively low maintenance needs and benefits to our local eco-system. Plus, our favorite native plants inject color and attract life to your property. We asked Sheri Ragland of [Jost Greenhouses](http://www.jostgreenhouses.com/) for her top picks of native pollinator plants that are readily available in the St. Louis-area this season. Here are a few of her expert recommendations: [![native pollinator plant](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/4-swamp-milkweed-296x300.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/4-swamp-milkweed.jpg) **Swamp Milkweed** – *Asclepias incarnata* [![aster novae-angliae](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/n_engast_mat1-250x300.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/n_engast_mat1.jpg) **New England Aster** – *Aster novae-angliae* [![orange cornflower](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/rudbeckia-fulgida-sullivantii-ha-jlynch-300x215.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/rudbeckia-fulgida-sullivantii-ha-jlynch.jpg) **Orange Cornflower** – *Rudbeckia fulgida* [![monarda fistulosa](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/img_8902-300x225.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/img_8902.jpg) **Wild Bergamot** – *Mondarda fistulosa* Interested in learning more about native plants and caring for them? Stop by to see us at the upcoming [Green Homes Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/green-homes-festival.aspx) on Saturday, June 4th 2016. Our landscape design team will be on-hand as the only landscape company at the Festival! We’ll be talking to festival-goers about the benefits of [rainscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/rain-gardens/), [butterfly gardens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/bird-and-butterfly-gardens/), and answering any questions about home lawn care. Best of all? **We’ll be giving away a Plant Prize Pack to one lucky attendee that stops by to see us!** [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-native-plants-pollinators-2016/&t=The+Best+Native+Plants+and+Pollinators+for+2016&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-native-plants-pollinators-2016/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-native-plants-pollinators-2016/&title=The+Best+Native+Plants+and+Pollinators+for+2016 "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-native-plants-pollinators-2016/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-native-plants-pollinators-2016/&text=The+Best+Native+Plants+and+Pollinators+for+2016 "Share in Twitter") Tags: [bees st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/bees-st-louis/), [jost greenhouse](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/jost-greenhouse/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/), [new england aster](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/new-england-aster/), [orange coneflower](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/orange-coneflower/), [orange cornflower](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/orange-cornflower/), [pollinator plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pollinator-plants/), [st. louis native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-native-plants/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** bees st. louis,jost greenhouse,native plants,new england aster,orange coneflower,orange cornflower,pollinator plants,st. louis native plants --- ### [What to Plant in Your Butterfly Garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/what-to-plant-in-your-butterfly-garden/) **Published:** June 1, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** What native plants work best to attract butterflies? We sharing our recommendations for the Midwest butterfly gardener, looking to attract butterflies. **Content:** # What to Plant in Your Butterfly Garden June 1, 2016 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/native-butterfly-garden-stlouis/#respond) Oftentimes, our clients ask us what plants work best to attract [beautiful butterflies](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/bird-and-butterfly-gardens/) to their yard. For over ten years we’ve been working with homeowners and property managers to create an outdoor oasis, that naturally draws wildlife visitors to their property. Butterflies are great at pollinating plants that produce fruit and seeds. They are attracted to easy-to-spot native flowers that grow in full sun and also produce nectar. [Native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) also provide an important habitat and food source for caterpillar eggs. Butterfly milkweed is *essential* for the migrating [Monarch butterfly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/spotting-monarch-butterflies-midwest/), so it makes for a great plant selection for any outdoor butterfly garden. Consider adding one or more of the below listed native plants into your landscape this year, and you’ll start to a new fluttering of activity at your very own home! **Essential Plants for the Midwest Butterfly Garden** - Missouri Coneflower - Butterfly Milkweed - Buttonbush - Purple Coneflower - Foxglove Beardtongue - Blue False Indigo Looking for more ideas or inspiration? Check out the [Missouri Botanical Garden’s Native Landscaping Manual](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/wp-admin/), or feel free to email us your native landscaping question or idea – we would love to work with you to design your own native plant paradise. 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And, as a landscaping company we also love our gardens and [outdoor living spaces](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/2018-outdoor-living-trends/). However, sometimes the two don’t seem to mix quite perfectly. One common complaint we hear from our lawn maintenance customers is that dogs destroy flower beds, tear up lawns and aren’t the gentlest with new plants. Here are a few simple tips for keeping plants and pets in perfect harmony. **Puppy Planning** ![puppy st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/chihuahua-dog-puppy-cute-39317-300x200.jpeg)The earlier you begin training and working with your dog, the better. Let your four-legged friends know early on that parts of the garden are off limits. And contrary to popular belief, old dogs can learn new tricks! Start with basic commands to help your dog learn. **Hydrated Hound** Dogs of all sizes and breeds can get hot easily during a hot and humid St. Louis summer, so it’s always a necessity to have a source of fresh water available in the garden. Try using a stylish, large bowl that can double as a piece of garden art! **Home Alone – Doggy Style** If you want a perfect lawn or garden, don’t just shove your dog outside while you’re off at work. Dogs require exercise and can get bored easily. If left alone, they can find ways to amuse themselves (and that may mean digging up your landscape plants or tearing out your grass or sod). Try walking your dog before putting them out in the yard for extended hours. **Deck Dog** A large deck or [patio area](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/) can be a great place for your dog to enjoy the outdoors when you can’t watch them while gardening. Install a sturdy railing or gate to make sure your pet can’t wander off. You can also keep your pet busy with chew toys! **Fence Fail Safe** When all else fails, protect your flower beds with a low fence. Even short fences can be a visual barrier for your dog – just be sure to check for digging around the edges. Want more dog-friendly inspiration for your own yard? [Read our last blog about making your landscaping more dog-friendly here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-backyard-dog-friendly/). Our landscape design team is experienced at designing outdoor living spaces to fit all uses, from pets and children play areas to [native bird and butterfly habitat](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/) creation. 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This spring, embrace your inner green thumb by introducing a few simple gardening hacks that are easy to learn and remember throughout the growing season. Impress your friends and family with these planting tips that can be used in any St. Louis backyard garden, no matter the yard size. [![gardening company in st louis backyard edibles](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/uF5rLva-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/uF5rLva.jpg) **Coffee’s Second Life** Is Kaldi’s what gets you up and feeling good in the morning? Perfect! Your coffee grounds can be used a second time to perk up your plants. Simply add spent coffee grounds to your garden, for effective use as slug deterrent, sheet mulch, or add to your at-home composting. **Free Range Herbs** Fresh herbs can be used in everything from refreshing summer cocktails to savory home-cooked meals. Plus, it’s cool to be fresh. Easily add fresh herbs to any outdoor spaces you have by using a variety of sized of potted containers. Herbs can even be added to flower pots and hanging baskets. Some of our favorites (and easiest) herbs to grow include basil, mint, rosemary, and sage. **Veggie Pails** You don’t need a sprawling backyard garden to grow your own veggies, because many vegetables can be grown easily in pots too. Some of our favorites for container gardening? Tomatoes, eggplant, and a variety of peppers. You can also grow cut and come again greens like arugula and salad mix. Not only does growing your own ingredients save you money, you’ll have fresh food at your fingertips anytime; no trip to the grocery store required. **DIY Composting** With so many benefits, composting is a buzzing topic in the landscaping world at the moment. When you compost, you’re recycling kitchen scraps, adding nutrients to your soil, and saving money. There are several easy at-home methods to composting, and the environment will thank you for doing it! If you’re interested in establishing a garden area on your St. Louis property this year, our landscape crew can help. Our landscape designers can provide guidance on what to plant where, to brighten up your outdoor space with colorful seasonal displays. You can even surprise mom with some gorgeous long-lasting flowers she can enjoy well past Mother’s Day this year. Set up an initial landscape design consultation via [email](/contacts/) or call (314) 657-7050. We’re dedicated to bringing you quality landscaping services with a special attention to detail, native plantings, and eco-friendly practices. Tags: [backyard garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/backyard-garden/), [coffee grounds in garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/coffee-grounds-in-garden/), [edible garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/edible-garden/), [garden hacks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/garden-hacks/), [gardening](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/gardening/), [gardening company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/gardening-company/), [gardening hacks](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/gardening-hacks/), [st louis garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-garden/), [st louis property care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-property-care/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** backyard garden,coffee grounds in garden,edible garden,garden hacks,gardening,gardening company,gardening hacks,st louis garden,st louis property care --- ### [Rainscaping after summer's wettest months in St. Louis, Missouri](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/rainscaping-after-summers-wettest-months-in-st-louis-missouri/) **Published:** July 1, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Effective plantings, water features, catch basins, permeable pavements can mitigate the damage caused by saturated soils. Rainscaping manages fluctuating rainfall and reclaims stormwater naturally. **Content:** # Rain, Rain – Go Away! July 1, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/rain-rain-away/#respond) Summer arrived this year with thunder, lightning, and rain! Lots and lots of rain. June 2015 was the second wettest month on record for St. Louis. With just over 13 inches of rain, that’s about 9 inches above normal. As you can imagine or may have experienced, all this rain results in swollen rivers, sewer overflows, and flooded basements. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/St_-Louis-Rain-e1575559621463.jpg) Quiet Village is here to help. While we have no control over the weather, effective plantings, water features, catch basins, permeable pavements and other efforts can help mitigate the damage caused by saturated soils. Also known as Rainscaping, this approach manages fluctuating rainfall and reclaims stormwater naturally – by dealing with it as close as possible to where it falls. Connect with one of our designers to turn your front yard into a rain garden, like the one pictured below. Filled with native plants and natural charm, this garden keeps water onsite, rather than dumping it onto the sidewalk and into the sewers. [![Stormwater Rainscaping Garden](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Stormwater-Rainscaping-Garden1.jpg)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) This design also included rain barrels, to catch and store roof water runoff which can later be used during times of drought. As a piece of the entire self-sustaining system, when these barrels reach maximum capacity, overflow moves to the front yard rain garden basin. [![Rainbarrel rain garden basin system](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Rainbarrel-rain-garden-basin-system-300x200.jpg)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) Now, get ready for the next big storm and rainscape your yard! Please call our office at (314) 657-7050 or [email us](/contacts/) to request a free initial design consultation. Tags: [native plants st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants-st-louis/), [rain barrel](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rain-barrel/), [raingarden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/raingarden/), [rainscaping midwest](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscaping-midwest/), [rainscaping missouri](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscaping-missouri/), [rainscaping st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/rainscaping-st-louis/), [st louis landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-landscaping/), [st. louis rain](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-rain/), [wettest month](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/wettest-month/) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage **Tags:** native plants st. louis,rain barrel,raingarden,rainscaping midwest,rainscaping missouri,rainscaping st. louis,st louis landscaping,st. louis rain,wettest month --- ### [Get Smart with Irrigation Control](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/get-smart-with-irrigation-control/) **Published:** July 9, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Get Smart with Irrigation Control - Is it difficult to find the balance between desert wasteland and swampy marsh with your current irrigation setup?  **Content:** # Get Smart with Irrigation Control July 9, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/smart-irrigation-control/#respond) ![]() Get Smart with Irrigation Control Is it difficult to find the balance between desert wasteland and swampy marsh with your current irrigation setup? **Quiet Village Landscaping’s smart irrigation controllers and moisture sensors automatically adjust to environmental factors, preventing overwatering.** Not only does this conserve water and save you money, it also avoids the fungal diseases and insect problems found in waterlogged lawns. Smart controllers manage watering frequency by gathering data from sensors and weather information. Rainfall, high wind and low temperatures can prompt smart controllers to reduce watering. These technologically evolved controllers even take into account factors such as soil type, lawn slope, plant type, and sun exposure. Moisture sensors sense water levels directly at the root zone level, providing an unmatched level of optimization. Don’t run yourself ragged by constantly synching your irrigation system with St. Louis’ unpredictable and extreme weather patterns. Talk to us about upgrading your existing system or installing a new one to get optimal results and peace of mind. Find out more at [stlsprinklersystems.com](http://stlsprinklersystems.com). 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Start here, for our landscape design teams **Content:** # Best Plants for Any St. Louis Garden June 17, 2022 [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/plants-st-louis-garden/#respond) Wondering what to plant in your yard? Start here, for our landscape design teams top picks for virtually any St. Louis garden. # Best Plants for Any St. Louis Garden ## **Taylor Junipers** Love it or hate it, St. Louis experiences every season in a major way. That’s why evergreens in a landscape design are so important. Not only do they provide year-round color, they serve as visually important “foundational” plantings that provide structure and dimension to a yard. They can also be cleverly planted in places you might desire more privacy, which is why we frequently feature Taylor Junipers in landscape designs. Taylor Junipers are known for providing a dramatic vertical element to a landscape, which can be useful in smaller spaces. In the photo below, they are strategically placed to provide beautiful year-round color while gently screening an entertaining area from the upstairs windows of the home just next door. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Taylor-Junipers-981x1024.jpg) ## **Coneflowers (Echinacea)** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/coneflowers-in-bloom-st-louis.jpg) As much as we love these perennial beauties, we’re surprised at how few people have them in their yard. Coneflowers are quintessential for almost every St. Louis garden, with so many varieties and colors to choose from. They are a landscape designer favorite because they are low maintenance and very prolific bloomers. Most have a long flowering season, lasting from late spring until November. [See several varieties in full bloom here](https://www.instagram.com/p/CfSNf13uGyK/). ## **Butterfly Weed** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Butterfly-Weed-Garden-in-St_-Louis.jpg) Rarely will you meet someone who doesn’t want beautiful butterflies visiting their garden. Attract them by providing exactly what they need to survive by planting butterfly weed in your garden. You’ll enjoy vivid pops of orange that grow bigger every year, like the photo above. It does take a bit of patience to enjoy large bouquets like you see here. Most new plants start out as just a few branches with just a small speck of color before they get establish and bloom out. ## **Hardy Hibiscus** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Hardy-Hibiscus-St_-Louis.jpg) If you have a full sun area in your yard, or a pool that could use some tropical vibes, this is the perennial plant for you! The vivid colors and giant flowers make every summer day at home feel like a staycation. Most people rely on tropical annuals to get these vibrant colors in their landscape, but these come back bigger and better each year. ## **Bee Balm** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Bee-Balm-Missouri-Native-Perennial-Flower-St_-Louis-Garden.jpg) Another exotic garden stunner we love to see in a St. Louis landscape design is Bee Balm. This plant deserves to be planted with extra emphasis because it’s a Missouri native perennial plant. It’s also featured on Grow Native’s Pollinator Buffet plant tag list and is pretty low maintenance for the average home gardener. It grows in clusters and features unique flowers that add interest to garden beds. Planted featured here are common recommendations we love using in landscapes because they are low maintenance, and thrive well under typical conditions in St. Louis. However, all yards and homes are different. A shady yard in Park View is going to be best suited for different plants than a sunny, open garden in Creve Coeur or Chesterfield. Drainage, soil, and already existing plants play an important piece in selecting plants that will do grow best in your yard. No matter how good they look in a catalog or grown at MoBOT, they will look different in your yard based on conditions. See plants and other landscape design in our [project gallery](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery). Or, see even more of our [favorite types of plant here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/best-plants-trees-st-louis-home/)! 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Vegetable gardening ideas that are our Quiet Village favorites, which fare well in the St. Louis-area climate. **Content:** # Edible Vegetable Gardening in St. Louis June 22, 2015 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/edible-vegetable-gardening-st-louis/#respond) [![STL Edible Gardening](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/STL-Edible-Gardening-e1575490649129.png)](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png) STL Edible Gardening Adding edible plants to your own garden can revitalize your landscape design, while providing a cost-effective way to enjoy the benefits of your gardening efforts at the dinner table with healthy, fresh vegetables. However, not all plant varieties are the same, or suited for Missouri’s unique climate. Listed below are some of our Quiet Village favorites, which fare well in our unique St. Louis-area climate. **Tomatoes** Many varieties will do well in the St. Louis area. Try the hybrid variety ‘Brandywine’ for a beautiful pink heirloom in your garden. Cherry tomatoes are also a great option, as they continue to produce fruit until frost and can be grown in a container. Consider planting ‘Sungold’, which has won several taste tests for sweetness. **Lettuce** The classic variety ‘Black Seeded Simpson’ is known for its quick growth and great taste. For a sweet bib variety, try ‘Buttercrunch’ or ‘Galactic’ for its deep red coloring. Consider mixing these into your landscape for a striking accent in an ornamental garden. **Spinach** A favorite in Illinois and Missouri is ‘Melody’. This variety is perfect as both a spring and fall crop, and has a long growing season. **Cucumbers** As the St. Louis summer heat kicks in, it’s nice to have access to refreshing backyard cucumbers! The variety ‘Diva’ doesn’t require a pollinator, and ‘Speedway’ is known for its disease resistance. **Potatoes** Potatoes are a great crop for the St. Louis area, and you’ll likely see them at most local farmers’ markets. ‘Irish Cobbler’ is known for being an early potato variety. ‘Yukon Gold’ has a nice buttery flavor and makes an excellent mashed potato. ‘Red Pontiac’ is a great choice for new potatoes, because it’s thin red skin doesn’t require peeling. **Bush Beans** ‘Blue Lake 274’ bush beans are not only great producers, they can be enjoyed fresh or frozen for later use. [Contact us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/) to learn more ways to add edible plants to your home landscape, so you can start to enjoy the fruits of your labor in your own garden. ![Backyard organic vegetable garden. 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However, their population has declined 90 percent over the last twenty years. Female monarchs rely on milkweed to lay their eggs and feed their caterpillar larvae. While other flower species can serve as nectar sources for mature butterflies, only milkweed varieties can feed the monarch caterpillars, enabling the monarch population to grow. To combat the monarchs’ decline, Mayor Slay announced a new City sustainability initiative called ‘Milkweeds for Monarchs.’ The project’s goal is to increase the monarch butterfly population and to better connect people and urban nature. Mayor Slay has committed the City to planting 50 monarch gardens. He challenges the community to plant an additional 200 monarch gardens in 2014. Working together with community plant and butterfly experts, the City has created a list of recommended plants to help you in establishing your monarch garden. To view names and pictures of recommended plant varieties, go to [https://stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/mayor/news/milkweeds-for-monarchs-initiative.cfm](https://stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/mayor/news/milkweeds-for-monarchs-initiative.cfm "Recommended Plants"). These plants have been carefully selected to provide the best benefits for the butterflies and your personal enjoyment. These varieties flower at different times of the growing season, offering seasonal color and essential butterfly food and nectar sources. ![landscape design teammate Karen](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/karenwestmanprofile-e1575557081571-1.jpg) If you would like to develop a monarch-friendly design for your yard, contact Karen to set up a design consultation. Whether you want the design professionally implemented or you enjoy the DIY experience, Karen provides outstanding and sustainable designs, tips and resources. Contact Karen directly via phone at 314-954-6140 or via [email](mailto:karenwestman@quietvillagelandscaping.com?subject=Design%20Consultation%20Inquiry) at [karenwestman@quietvillagelandscaping.com](mailto:karenwestman@quietvillagelandscaping.com?subject=Design%20Consultation%20Inquiry). For updated information on the STL Milkweeds for Monarchs initiative and to receive recognition for creating a monarch garden, please visit [stlouis-mo.gov/sustainability](https://stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/index.cfm "Learn More about Milkweed for Monarchs"). 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Plant a butterfly garden containing milkweed and other nectar sources. Milkweed contains a toxin which the young caterpillars consume to keep away predators–they depend on milkweed to survive. 2\. Encourage public land managers to transform common ground and open spaces of turf into butterfly habitats containing native plants. 3\. Tell your friends and family about the importance of adding milkweed to their gardens. **Tips on Starting Your Butterfly Garden** - Choose a location that gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. - Interplant species of milkweed with ornamental grasses and other nectar sources that bloom at different times throughout the year, creating a naturalized look that’s beautiful and useful all season long. - Water your new plants regularly and lightly mulch them the first season. Don’t over-mulch or over-water because native plants need air to breathe. - As part of the [Milkweed for Monarchs program](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/milkweed-for-monarchs/ "Milkweed for Monarchs"), St. Louis City has created a list of recommended plants to help you in establishing your monarch garden. To view names and pictures of recommended plant varieties, [view this webpage](https://stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/mayor/news/milkweeds-for-monarchs-initiative.cfm "Recommended Plants"). ![landscape design teammate Karen](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/karenwestmanprofile-e1575557081571-1.jpg) If you would like to develop a monarch-friendly design for your yard, contact Karen to set up a design consultation. Whether you want the design professionally implemented or you enjoy the DIY experience, Karen provides outstanding and sustainable designs, tips and resources. Contact Karen directly via phone at 314-954-6140 or via [email](mailto:karenwestman@quietvillagelandscaping.com?subject=Design%20Consultation%20Inquiry) at [karenwestman@quietvillagelandscaping.com](mailto:karenwestman@quietvillagelandscaping.com?subject=Design%20Consultation%20Inquiry). For updated information on the STL Milkweeds for Monarchs initiative and to receive recognition for creating a monarch garden, please visit [stlouis-mo.gov/sustainability](https://stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/index.cfm "More Info on Milkweed for Monarchs"). 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Luckily, small actions you can take right in your own yard can make a big impact on doing your part to save the bees, butterflies, moths, birds & other pollinator friends so important to our outdoor environment! Businesses, restaurants, and other spaces with too much lawn space can go a little greener just by adding pollinator-friendly plants to otherwise unused outdoor spaces. One easy thing you can do to celebrate National Pollinator Week (every year, in June), is by adding a few **Pollinator-Friendly Plants** into your yard. You can start with just a few plants, or go all-out with a Pollinator Garden that combines the beauty of nature with sustainability on your own property. ![best plants for pollinators in St. Louis, MO our landscaping favorites](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Pollinator-Plants-Best-for-St_-Louis-1024x433.jpeg) Our resident native plant expert & landscape designer shares some of his favorite trees, vines, shrubs & plants that are beautiful and easy to incorporate into any new landscape design. # The Best Pollinator Plants for Any St. Louis Yard 1. **Butterfly Milkweed.** Some of you might already be familiar with the Milkweeds for Monarchs : The St. Louis Butterfly Project. Needless to say, butterflies love milkweed. Planting them in your yard allows you to start seeing beautiful butterflies visit your yard, including the majestic Monarch butterflies that migrate through our region annually. This native plant blooms a vivid bright orange flower and can be used in combination with other native plants to support pollinators. 2. **Purple Coneflower.** Echinacea is practically a eco-friendly garden staple here in St. Louis (pictured above, right side). It’s very easy to grow, blooms beautiful purple flowers, and “clumps” as it grows and spreads, making it a great plant to divide and replant in new areas year after year. Coneflowers are also very drought-resistant, making them easy to care for. For large garden spaces you can incorporate a mix of other coneflowers like Longhead Coneflowers, Glade Coneflowers, or Grayhead Coneflowers for diversity and interest. 3. **Cliff Goldenrod.** Endemic to the Midwest, Cliff Goldenrod is a Missouri native perennial plant that loves full sun and looks beautiful cascading over rock walls, borders, retaining walls, or other sunny spaces. Another “butterfly buffet” favorite! It provides nectar for moths and butterflies. 4. **American Beauty Berry.** This perennial shrub provides small pink flowers in summer, followed by vivid purple berries in October & November. The long-lasting color and visual interest makes it a favorite shrub for our landscape designers to work with. This plant may die back fully in winter, reappearing in spring. The colorful flowers and berries are important for many local birds, especially the Northern Bobwhite. It is a deer favorite, so be mindful when planting if you have a local deer population you’d rather not attract to your garden! 5. **Passion Flower Vine.** Also known as Maypops, this vine grows fragrant and very interesting blooms that look gorgeous climbing up a garden trellis, fence, or vertical garden space. They typically grow to around 10-12 feet in St. Louis, and are a favorite host plant for butterflies. The unique flowers make it a favorite for those who love tropical themes. 6. **Blue False Indigo.** Also called Blue Wild Indigo, this is a smaller shrub that pollinators love. So much so, it’s included in the [Grow Native! Pollinator Buffet](https://grownative.org/pollinator-buffet/) list of recommended plants that strong support pollinators important to the St. Louis region. It’s an elegant perennial that produces tall, blue flowers that usually bloom in May & June every year. 7. **Wild Hydrangea.** Practically everyone loves hydrangeas! They are popular, easy to grow, and are oftentimes used as a main focal point in a garden bed. However, only the native plant (Hydrangea arborescens) provides the pollen many insects rely on, like the eastern bumble bee. This plant thrives in dappled or deep shade, and provides attractive silky white flowers that open in June. It’s a great native plant to use in your landscape if you enjoy bringing in a fresh bouquet or decorating with dried flowers. 8. **Aromatic Aster.** In the daisy family, this wildflower blooms in late fall, making it a perfect choice for adding [year-round interest to many yards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/creating-four-seasons-garden-year-round-interest/), especially those already loaded with spring and summer bloomers. Appropriately named, Aromatic Asters have a lovely natural fragrance that many pollinators are attracted to. They love full sun and make an excellent cut flower for vases. 9. **Eastern Blazing Star.** If you love bright, vivid blossoms you’ll love Eastern Blazing Star for their tall, spiked flowers that bloom in late summer (August and September), then add interest in winter with their dried flower stalks that provide seeds in winter, for birds. They also attract hummingbirds! 10. **Bee Balm.** Want to save the bees? Plant bee balm in your backyard! You’ll enjoy lovely lavender flowers while providing food for pollinators, especially bumble bees! Bee Balm attracts bees like not-often spotted American Bumble Bee as well as butterflies and hummingbirds. The list of pollinator friendly plants perfect for planting in St. Louis doesn’t stop here. Other great choices include Foxglove Beardtongue, Slender Mountain Mint, Golden Groundsel, Curlytop Ironweed, Garden Phlox, Yellow Honeysuckle… the list goes on! Many of these plants look gorgeous with planted in a matrix with other complementing plants. Select plants based on sun/shade and soil conditions. Early spring and fall are always excellent times to plant in St. Louis. Ready to start? Make sure you let us know you want in abundance of pollinator-friendly plants in your yard! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Monarch-Butterfly-Pollinator-Plants-300x200.jpeg) Tags: [milkweed for monarchs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/milkweed-for-monarchs/), [national pollinator week](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/national-pollinator-week/), [planting for pollinators](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/planting-for-pollinators/), [pollinator garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pollinator-garden/), [pollinator plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pollinator-plants/), [pollinators](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pollinators/), [save the bees](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/save-the-bees/) **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscape Design **Tags:** milkweed for monarchs,national pollinator week,planting for pollinators,pollinator garden,pollinator plants,pollinators,save the bees --- ### [How to Divide Perennial Plants Properly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/how-to-divide-perennial-plants-properly/) **Published:** June 28, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Save money in your garden and keep your perennial plants healthy by learning how to divide them yourself properly. Follow our helpful guide to get this gardening job done right.  **Content:** # How to Divide Perennial Plants Properly June 28, 2018 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/divide-perennial-plants-properly/#respond) Save money in your garden and keep your perennial plants healthy by learning how to divide them yourself properly. Follow our helpful guide to get this fun gardening job done right. Avid gardeners know that it never hurts to divide your perennials. Dividing your perennial plants will help keep them healthy and beautiful. It also makes more plants for future plantings! The reasons you should divide your perennials are endless. Many perennial plants grow quickly, forming large clumps. If you don’t divide them every 3-4 years, these clumps can die out in the middle, leaving an empty, bare hole. Overcrowding these perennials can lead to fewer or smaller flowers than if they were well-spaced and divided. Dividing plants also leaves you with more individual plants of the same variety, perfect for adding to other places in your garden or gifting to family, friends or neighbors! Here are a few things to keep in mind before you begin dividing your perennial plants. **When to Divide Your Perennials** You can divide most perennial plants any time of the year, from spring to fall. However, those two seasons are usually best. Dividing plants can be stressful to the actual plant and they will recover better from the shock if conditions are cool and moist. If you do divide plants in summer, just be sure to keep them well watered. Also make sure plants are large enough to divide into several clumps. **How to Divide Perennials** Perennial plants such as hostas, asters and yarrow can be divided easily with no hassle. All you need is a shovel and work gloves to get the job done. First, you dig up the clump of perennials that will be divided. Insert the shovel deep into the soil around the perimeter of the plant to loosen the roots and isolate the clump. To help, you could water the perennial plant a few days before you dig it up to help soften the soil, saving you a bit of effort. Then, lift the shovel and root ball. Be careful to keep the root system as intact as you can. Then gently shake or brush any excess soil from around the root ball. Now you can cut or pry apart individual crows. Each clump needs to have a set of leaves and roots in order to grow. Replant all divisions quickly so roots don’t dry out. Plant at the same depth as the original plant and water well. You can also cover the soil with mulch to help conserve moisture while your new divisions become established. It’s important to keep in mind that these general instructions work for most perennial plants, but not all! Some perennials don’t benefit from being divided, such as: bleeding heart, butterfly weed, lavender and oriental poppy. If your unsure, most plants have plenty of resources available online for information. Just look up the specific variety of plant you have and find it’s recommendations on dividing. Use your divided perennial plants to add more landscaping plants to your own yard, or give them as fun summer gifts to family and friends! Learn more about perennial plants here, including [how to prepare perennial plants for winter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/preparing-perennials-winter/) and adding [native, perennial plants to your garden beds](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/native-plants/). 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Construction complete! **Content:** # Modern Patio, Fire Pit & Outdoor Grill Island Design / Build in Town & Country, MO July 2, 2022 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/modern-patio-fire-pit-outdoor-grill-island-design-build-town-country-mo/#respond) Many of us have a renewed interest in making our residences more stylish, functional & enjoyable. See how we added a whole new multi-faceted living space to a backyard of a young family with three girls growing up in a modern home in the Town & Country community of St. Louis. What was once an otherwise unused side-yard space is now a stylish and welcoming outdoor living space featuring a [Belgard](https://www.belgard.com/) paver patio, outdoor grill island, built-in trampoline, hot tub, fire pit, and surrounding retaining wall that functions as seating around the modern fire feature. # Modern Patio, Fire Pit & Outdoor Grill Island Design / Build in Town & Country, MO ![Outdoor Paver Patio installed Belgard pavers and retaining walls with built-in trampoline](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-Paver-Patio-installed-Belgard-pavers-and-retaining-walls-with-built-in-trampoline-1024x768.jpg) At this residence, the home backs up to a wooded area with most of the yard to the side of the house with a hillside and a newly constructed retaining wall to the edge of Des Peres Road. The yard was simple turf grass and didn’t provide for much functional space. The kids could play in the grass, but there was no space for entertaining or sitting. The house has a second level deck with stairs leading down to the yard, making it a perfect place to create a new outdoor living space. ### **BEFORE** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/before-hardscaping-installation-in-Town-Country-1024x711.jpg) In the photo above, you can see how the yard isn’t doesn’t provide for much function with the steep then gradual slope and plain grass doesn’t add much natural beauty. ### AFTER ![paver patio, fire pit and outdoor grill island by Quiet Village](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/paver-patio-fire-pit-and-outdoor-grill-island-by-Quiet-Village-1024x768.jpg) The yard was renovated to include key features that the family could enjoy. A new stone staircase now leads visitors safely down the hillside, complete with walkway lights and plantings. The patio was constructed using Belgard Dimensions patio pavers in Scandina Gray. The retaining walls surrounding the sunken patio design were created with Belgard Ashlar Tandem in ‘Shelby’ color blend. The grill counter top was cut and installed by Titan Granite in Fenton, MO. The border edge detail around the fire pit are Dark Charcoal Holland Pavers. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/newly-constructed-paver-patio-and-modern-fire-pit-with-retaining-walls-1024x768.jpg) Now the house has outdoor features that can be enjoyed year-round! Nice evenings can be spent grilling outside or sitting around the fire pit. Kids can play safely on the inground trampoline while the parents hang out around the outdoor dining table or relaxing in the outdoor hot tub. ### BEFORE ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/before-putting-in-a-patio-1024x683.jpg) Investing in landscape upgrades are proven to add curb appeal, value, and a healthy ROI for your property. We love bringing reimagines spaces like this to people who want to spend more quality time outside, enjoying their own surroundings with the people they love. This home now stands out with year-round curb appeal thanks to the benefits of stylish landscaping enhancements. ### AFTER ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/privacy-plantings-around-hot-tub-and-yard-installed-by-Quiet-Village-1024x768.jpg) Evergreens were planted around the new patio next to the hot tub, to provide natural privacy screening between the neighboring properties. Because who doesn’t want a little privacy while unwinding in the hot tub! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/patio-installation-with-a-fire-pit-for-a-backyard-makeover-1024x768.jpg) See similar hardscaping projects in our [project gallery here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery). A yard renovation project like this starts with a landscape design. Learn more about our [landscape design process](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design), or contact us to get started on creating an outdoor living space for your home or business. We work on projects like this in our maintenance service area and beyond – including Chesterfield, St. Charles, St. Peters, Wildwood & Eureka. 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See our pool landscaping and poolscapes in St. Louis! **Content:** # Pool Landscaping & Poolscapes in St. Louis July 20, 2020 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-landscaping-poolscapes-st-louis/#respond) Pools are in high-demand this year in St. Louis. With social distancing a priority for all, it’s no surprise that maximizing your outdoor space is trendy. Pool landscaping and poolscapes are especially trendy, as homeowners look to create their own outdoor oasis they can enjoy safely this summer. # Pool Landscaping & Poolscape Ideas Those lucky enough to already have a pool are adding finishing touches, like improving the surrounding pool landscaping. Plants can be added to create privacy screening or add color with long-lasting blooming flowers. ![pool surrounding landscaping in St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_9374-Copy-1024x682.jpg)We are also installing hardscaping features to maximize time spent poolside, like outdoor BBQ grill islands, expanded patio spaces for lounging, and covered spaces to take a break from the sun. Pools surrounded by thoughtful landscaping make the space feel more natural, calming, or secluded. Pool landscaping transforms a basic “watering hole” into a private paradise surround by lush greenery and eye-catching natural elements. ![Poolscape](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2270-Copy-1024x707.jpg)We recently designed and built this natural waterfall and surrounding landscaping for a homeowner in Frontenac. The waterfall’s soft natural sounds heighten the serenity of the pool space. The surrounding landscaping and natural boulders help to reduce stormwater run-off into the pool, keeping it clean and clear. As the surrounding plants grow and become more established they will add even more interest to this outdoor space. ![pool landscaping st. louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2270-1024x682.jpg)We [maintain the outdoor space](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) of this backyard pool and hot tub in St. Louis. A blend of well-established and new plantings surround the pool area, giving the outdoor living space plenty of dappled shade and organic elements that people love when they want to enjoy time outside. A pool landscape design can also feature tropical container gardens or hardy exotic-looking annuals or perennial plants that make you feel like you’re on vacation right in your own backyard! ![pool landscaping ideas](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2258-Copy-1024x682.jpg)If you are thinking about building a pool in your yard, start the process with Quiet Village Landscaping! We have established relationships with local pool builders to help streamline the process and maximize the space surrounding your pool. Thoughtful design elements can go a long way to take even the most basic pool design to a next-level feature that’ll boost property value, overall aesthetic, and enjoyment of your new pool for years to come. We create a comprehensive [master design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) that takes into consideration your entire property, not just a simple pool design shape where space is available. You can [see our most current landscaping work here](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/) to keep up with the latest trends in outdoor living in St. Louis. With staycations taking the place of vacations this year, even simple outdoor upgrades will have you enjoying life at home more. Even small spaces can be maximized for more outdoor enjoyment. Pergolas are great for creating dappled shade that helps to beat the summer heat. Outdoors kitchens and grilling islands making backyard BBQ’s more sophisticated. Replacing a worn outdoor staircase or retaining wall boosts curb appeal and safety. Outdoor lighting extends entertaining hours and adds a greater sense of security. We are also seeing people interested in improving draining issues in their yard, looking for sustainable options like rain gardens or larger rainscaping projects to help keep outdoor spaces well drained after big rainfall events. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Pool-landscaping-Copy-1024x678.jpeg)To get started on a [poolscape design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/quiet-village-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~2013699279) with our team, we offer free initial design consultations. You meet with a designer to go over your dream pool design elements and we will provide recommendations. Then, to get us started on a custom landscape design we require a landscape design retainer. This retainer ranges from $200-500, depending on the scope of the landscape design. The retainer is fully credited back to you once we begin the installation process. 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Lawn Aeration! Give your grass the boost of nutrients needed to grow healthy & strong. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4514-3000x2000.jpeg) # Why Lawn Aeration is Key to a Healthy, Green Lawn July 27, 2020 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Irrigation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/irrigation-2/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/lawn-aeration-key-healthy-green-lawn/#respond) Every dream home or picturesque paradise includes a green, healthy lawn. While most homeowners are diligent about cutting the grass, they commonly forget [key care steps](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) that are important to achieving a lush green swath of lawn. One of those steps? Annual lawn aeration! **Why should I aerate my lawn?** Lawn aeration is the process of spiking holes into the ground to help grass grow. These holes let air, water, and nutrients get down deeper into the soil to the grass roots. After a lawn aeration treatment, grass roots will grow deeper and more established into the soil. See how the lawn aeration process helps healthy grass grow in the infographic below! ![What lawn aeration does for your lawn](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-Lawn-Aeration-1024x1024.jpg) **Lawn Aeration – Beyond the Basics** Googling “Lawn Aeration” will give you plenty of information on the process, how to do it, and other ideas. Here are a few of our insights that are important not to overlook for a lawn aeration, whether you are doing it yourself or hiring a lawn care company to do it for you. - **Fall is Best** – Ideally lawn aerations are done at the end of the growing season, but before grass is dormant. In St. Louis, fall is the best time to aerate your lawn, for most common varieties of grass. - **Pair with Overseeding** – To get the best results, you’ll want to aerate your lawn and spread a layer of grass seed. Be sure to water these newly seeded areas well! - **Soil Plugs are No Problem** – When holes are spiked into the ground for a lawn aeration, they leave behind a small soil plug (see photo below). ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/lawn-aeration-in-st_-louis-1024x768.jpeg)This plug will break down easily with rainfall or mowing. There’s no need to remove these plugs, they will break down naturally! - **Repair Problem Spots** – Expansive lawn spaces can be time-consuming to maintain. If grass isn’t growing well in a particular area, consider replacing it with a lower maintenance alternative. Rain gardens, [hardscaping elements](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-kitchen-grill-islands/), or [native gardens](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping/) can save you time and money in the long run. - **Lawn Care Counts** – No matter how many times you aerate, seed, or [put down new sod](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/sod-installation/), you still need to take care of your lawn. A [smart irrigation system](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/irrigation/) helps with under or over watering. Replacing weedy areas with grass helps to establish a uniform look. In St. Louis, lawn care is important throughout the growing season (typically April through November) and can change year to year depending on outdoor conditions. - **Don’t Overdo It** – Lawns usually don’t need to be aerated more than once a year. Exception to this? High-traffic areas that get walked on frequently or even driven on. Even if you own a lawn aerator, it doesn’t need to be overly used. In fact, that might be doing more harm than good. Lawn aeration is a key lawn care step that we include annually for all of our lawn care plus clients. This step, combined with others, allows grass to grow strong and healthy. Looking for more? Email us a photo of your lawn to get recommendations on treatment and ideas for planning. You can send your photos or videos to our [email](/contacts/). We’ll take a look at the current state of your lawn and make recommendations that will help your yard thrive, year after year! Tags: [green lawn](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-lawn/), [healthy lawn](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/healthy-lawn/), [lawn aeration](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-aeration/), [lawn care company st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care-company-st-louis/), [lawn care st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/lawn-care-st-louis/) **Categories:** Lawn Care **Tags:** green lawn, healthy lawn, lawn aeration, lawn care company st. louis, lawn care st louis --- ### [How to Care for New Sod](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/care-for-new-sod/) **Published:** August 1, 2025 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** How to care for new sod: watering schedules, mowing tips, and maintenance advice from Quiet Village Landscaping for St. Louis lawns. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1438-848x480-1.jpg) # Welcome to Your New Lawn: What to Do After Sod Installation *You’ve just invested in a beautiful new sod lawn – congratulations!* As the hero of your lawn’s story, you’ve taken the first big step by choosing instant green grass. Now it’s time for the next chapter: helping that new sod take root and thrive. Don’t worry – **Quiet Village Landscaping is here as your guide** to walk you through caring for your fresh sod. In this post, we’ll cover everything from how sod is installed, to the best watering schedule, mowing timeline, and pro tips to keep your sod alive and healthy. By following these guidelines (and leaning on us when you need help), you’ll be on your way to a lush, green lawn in no time. Let’s dive in! # Why New Sod Needs Special Care (Immature Roots and Moisture) New sod comes with only a thin base of roots and soil, so it **relies on that shallow root system at first.** Unlike an established lawn, it **can’t tap into deeper ground moisture yet** – all its water must come from the surface. During these first critical weeks, your sod is very vulnerable to drying out. **Skipping even one or two days of watering in hot weather could spell disaster** for new sod. On the other hand, overwatering can be harmful too (sod roots need oxygen). The goal is to keep the sod **consistently damp but not drowning.** In the sections below, we’ll outline exactly **how to water new sod,** including the best times of day, frequency, and adjustments for each season. With the right watering plan, your sod will soon be as hardy as a regular lawn. # How to Water New Sod for a Healthy Lawn **Water Immediately After Installation:** As soon as your sod is installed (that same day), give it a good, deep watering. The goal is to soak both the sod and the soil beneath it down to ~6 inches deep. This initial soaking helps “connect” the sod to the underlying soil and eases the shock of transplanting. (If Quiet Village installed your sod, we did this first watering for you before we left.) **Keep the Sod Consistently Moist (First 2 Weeks):** New sod needs water **at least twice a day for the first two weeks.** Plan to water **every morning and again in the late afternoon** to keep the grass damp at all times. **Do not let your new sod dry out** during this period! In fact, on very hot or windy days, you might even need to water three times a day. For example, in the heat of summer (90°F+), adding a midday watering (around lunch time) can help prevent the sod from drying out. **How Long to Water New Sod:** Many new sod owners wonder how long to water each time. As a general guide, run sprinklers for about **20-30 minutes** in each watering session. However, the right duration can vary based on your sprinkler type and water pressure. **Best Time of Day to Water Sod:** The **early morning** is the **best time to water new sod.** Morning (ideally around sunrise) has cooler temperatures and gentler sun, so more water soaks into the soil rather than evaporating away. Morning watering also gives the grass blades time to dry off in the sun later, which helps prevent disease. If you’re doing two or three waterings per day, schedule the **second watering in the late afternoon** (e.g. mid-to-late afternoon, a few hours before sunset). This provides another drink before the evening, but try to avoid watering too late at night – leaving the sod waterlogged overnight can encourage fungal diseases. **Watch the Corners and Edges:** The edges of each sod roll (along driveways, sidewalks, and the perimeter of your lawn) tend to dry out faster than the center areas. These spots can be “hot zones” that don’t retain moisture as well. Pay special attention to them – you may need to give edges and corners a little extra water by hand. **Manual Watering vs. Sprinkler System:** Watering new sod by hand with a hose or a movable sprinkler is doable, but be prepared – it’s a **big time commitment** to water properly this way. You’ll need to be very diligent about those multiple daily waterings. If you’re not home during the day or worry you’ll miss waterings, consider investing in a timer for your sprinkler or, better yet, an automatic irrigation system. In fact, we *highly recommend* having a sprinkler system in place when you install sod, because of the intense watering needs early on and to ensure even coverage. If you don’t have an [irrigation system,](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/irrigation-and-drainage/) Quiet Village Landscaping offers irrigation system installations and recurring irrigation maintenance. ![Quiet Village Landscaping crew member lifting and preparing a fresh roll of sod for installation on a St. Louis property with mature landscaping in the background.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1406-scaled.jpg) [ Explore all Our Services Here! ](/contacts) # Watering Schedule for New Sod (By Season) ![Seasonal sod watering schedule chart showing frequency and duration guidelines for new sod in summer, spring, and fall. Includes recommended daily watering times and seasonal adjustments to keep soil moist and support healthy root growth](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sod-Watering-Chart.png) **Note:** Always adjust your watering if Mother Nature helps out. Rainfall counts towards the sod’s water needs – you can often skip or shorten watering on rainy days, just ensure the rain was sufficient. On the flip side, don’t skip watering during dry spells, even in cooler weather. **Windy days** can dry out sod quickly, so consider an extra watering if it’s very breezy. rooftops [ Begin Your Project! ](/contacts) ![Quiet Village Landscaping crew mowing and maintaining a lush residential lawn in St. Louis with professional equipment. Healthy green sod and mature landscape surround a modern home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_4900-1-scaled.jpg) ![Quiet Village Landscaping team member operating a commercial-grade mower on freshly cut sod with visible mowing stripes. Professional lawn care in progress on a well-maintained property](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_4860-1-scaled.jpg) ## When Can I Mow New Sod? A common question we hear is: “When can I mow sod after installation?” We know you’re excited to see a neatly trimmed lawn, but hold off on mowing for a little while. **New sod is delicate and needs time to put down roots before it gets cut.** Generally, you should wait about **2–3 weeks** after installation before doing the first mow. The exact timing can depend on how fast your sod is rooting and growing. Here’s how to tell if your sod is ready to mow: **Rooting Test:** Before mowing, do a quick check – gently tug up on the edge of a sod strip. If the sod still lifts up easily like a loose carpet, the roots haven’t anchored yet and it’s too soon to mow. If you feel resistance and the sod stays down, that means roots have begun to take hold in the soil. Once the sod is rooted enough that it doesn’t peel up from the ground, it can handle a mower without being torn up. **Mow High & Sharp:** When you do mow new sod for the first time, set your mower blade to the highest setting. You want to **cut the grass high, removing only the top 1/3 of the blade length.** For example, if the grass is 4.5 inches tall, mow it down to about 3 inches. This avoids stressing the grass too much. Make sure your mower blades are **sharp** – dull blades can tug and rip the young grass instead of cleanly cutting it. Quiet Village Landscaping offers moving services to select St. Louis areas for your help & peace of mind. ## Additional Tips to Keep Your Sod Healthy By now, you’ve learned that **watering and patience** are the keys to sod success. Before we wrap up, here are a few extra tips on how to keep your new sod alive and thriving: **Stay Off the Sod (At First):** Minimize traffic on the lawn for the first couple of weeks. Avoid heavy use, furniture placement, or pet/ kid play on the fresh sod. The ground is soft from all that watering, and heavy footsteps or dog paws can create ruts or uneven spots. After about 3 weeks, you can gradually return to normal use. Fertilizer and Weed Control: New sod typically comes fertilized from the farm, and you won’t need to fertilize again for at least 6–8 weeks after installation. Applying fertilizer too early can burn the young roots or encourage top growth before the roots are ready. Likewise, avoid using herbicides or weed killers on new sod for at least the first 1–2 months. Your Quiet Village maintenance team can handle any needed fertilization and weed control at the appropriate times, as part of our [lawn care program.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-care-st-louis/) Initially, just focus on water and mowing – let the sod get established. **Monitor Daily:** It’s a good idea to walk your lawn each day (briefly, and gently) to inspect how the sod is doing. This way, you’ll catch any problems early. Look for areas that are drying out (you might see the sod edges curling or lifting, or the color dulling). Also look for any overwatered spots. Spend an extra minute watering any dry corners by hand, or dial back the sprinklers if you see puddles. **Gradually Adjust Watering:** After the first two weeks of intensive watering, you can start to back off a bit. Your sod’s roots will be growing deeper, and the weather may guide you too. Starting around week 3 or 4, you can transition to an “established lawn” watering routine: that usually means watering about **1 to 1.5 inches per week total.** This might look like watering 2–3 times per week for longer periods, rather than every day. However, make this shift gradually – don’t go from watering three times a day to three times a week overnight. Wean the sod off the frequent water over a week or two (e.g., go from 2x a day to 1x a day, then to every other day, etc.), while watching that it doesn’t wilt. If it starts to get limp or dry between waterings, bump the frequency back up a bit. By the one-month mark, your new sod should be well on its way to behaving like a regular lawn. ## Make Caring for Sod Easy – Quiet Village Is Here to Help We know this is a lot of information, but you’re not in it alone. **Our mission is to support you and ensure your new sod thrives.** **Need help with watering?** Quiet Village offers [professional irrigation services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/irrigation-and-drainage/) that can take the hassle out of keeping your sod hydrated. We install state-of-the-art sprinkler systems and can customize them for your property’s needs. An automatic irrigation system saves you time and delivers the right amount of water consistently – it’s like having a personal lawn caretaker on a timer. If you already have an irrigation system, we also provide full irrigation maintenance and tune-ups (adjusting sprinkler heads, setting controllers, backflow inspections, winterization, etc.) to make sure your system runs smoothly year-round. If we installed your sod and maintain your irrigation, we’ll be happy to check on your sod during the first few weeks to ensure it’s establishing properly. **In conclusion, caring for new sod is all about consistency and support.** You’ve made a heroic choice to upgrade your lawn, and with diligent watering and care, you’re well on your way to victory – a healthy, beautiful lawn that will make your neighbors green with envy. Stay patient in those first weeks, follow the tips in this guide, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it. We’re here to guide you every step of the way. Congratulations again on your new sod, and here’s to many years of a green, healthy lawn! *Ready to optimize your watering or need expert lawn care? Contact Quiet Village Landscaping anytime – we’re excited to support you in achieving the lawn of your dreams!* [ Talk With a QVL Expert! ](/contacts) *Follow Us on Social Media for More Inspiration* [ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/) [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/quietvillagelandscaping) [ Linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/quiet-village-landscaping-co-/) [ Youtube ](https://www.youtube.com/@QuietVillageLandscapingStLouis) **Categories:** Lawn Care --- ### [QVL Field Trip! Work & Play at Missouri Botanical Garden](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/qvl-field-trip-work-play-at-missouri-botanical-garden/) **Published:** July 15, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** QVL Field Trip! Work & Play at Missouri Botanical Garden July 15, 2015Event, NewsletterComments: 0 On July 1st, Quiet Village Landscaping employees had an **Content:** # QVL Field Trip! Work & Play at Missouri Botanical Garden July 15, 2015 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/qvl-field-trip-work-play-missouri-botanical-garden/#respond) On July 1st, Quiet Village Landscaping employees had an informative, fun – and very wet field trip to [Missouri Botanical Garden](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/) and nearby Tower Grove Park. Our talented and knowledgeable landscape designer, Rebecca Eisele, led a tour through parts of the garden to point out proper installation, maintenance, and pruning techniques to ensure that our staff is well informed about best management practices. An inspirational tour through the Japanese Garden focused on the precision of maintaining straight pruning lines and balanced design forms. By examining expertly trimmed Japanese Maples, Rebecca was able to show how pruning techniques can achieve an open, graceful look with selective pruning – carefully removing individual branches to keep the plant’s natural form. The group also observed various evergreens and learned how properly timed shearing allows new growth to come in and disguise cuts while also providing time for cuts to heal before the stress of winter. The tour moved on to the Blanke Boxwood Garden to see the proper shaping of boxwood hedges with the base being wider than the top, allowing sunlight to reach the entire plant, resulting in a fuller shrub. At this point, the skies opened up and our tour came to an abrupt end. The concert scheduled for the evening, as part of the [Whitaker Music Festival](http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/whitaker-music-festival.aspx), was cancelled, so the team wrapped up and headed to a covered pavilion in Tower Grove Park to enjoy our picnic. We had a nice bonding moment, huddled under the pavilion, watching the intense lightning and storm encompassing us, while eating smoked pulled pork sandwiches and savory sides. While the St. Louis wet weather put a damper on things (pun intended), we had such a positive reaction from our team, that we are making this an annual team-building event. Check out the photos from our inspirational tour below! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC01845-300x200.jpg) The Quiet Village Team ![]() Checking out the different varieties of grass @ MoBOT ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC01853-300x200.jpg) Missouri Botanical Garden is such an inspiration to our team! ![st. louis lawn garden tour](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC01863-300x200.jpg) Our team capturing inspirational shots. ![]() Strolling ground the Missouri Botanical Garden grounds. ![landscape tour st. louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC01882-300x200.jpg) Dodging the heavy rain! It’s time to pack up, and head to Tower Grove Park. ![tower grove park historic picnic landscape](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC01910-300x200.jpg) Enjoying our picnic under the beautiful historic pavilion in Tower Grove Park. ![st. louis storm quiet village landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_4178-300x200.jpg) Quiet Village keeps dry during one of the big St. Louis storms this summer. 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July 16, 2018 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/quiet-village-landscaping-wins-national-association-landscape-professionals-nalp-environmental-stewardship-award/#respond) Quiet Village Landscaping is proud to announce it has been awarded an **Environmental Stewardship Award** by the National Association of Landscape Professionals. The National Association of Landscape Professionals Environmental Stewardship Awards honors companies in the industry who go above and beyond to enhance and protect the environment. These companies have demonstrated a sustained and significant commitment to enhancing and protecting the environment that is pervasive in the company’s culture. This year one company was chosen as recipients of this prestigious award. “We’ve always been passionate about sustainability and environmentally friendly landscaping practices. It’s one of our core values and it shows in our landscape designs, promotion of eco-friendly practices and financial commitment to our environment.” Quiet Village Landscaping’s Owner Dennis Evans said after award recognition. “We’re proud to be a [local leader in sustainability](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green).” Quiet Village Landscaping provides full-service outdoor living design, installation and maintenance to St. Louis, offering custom design consultations and [environmentally conscious landscaping services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/naturescaping-native-plants-missouri/). For more information about the Environmental Stewardship Awards, [click here](https://www.landscapeprofessionals.org/nalp/nalp/membership/awards/environmental-stewardship-award.aspx). About NALP The National Association of Landscape Professionals represents an industry that employs nearly 1 million landscape, lawn care, irrigation and tree care professionals who create and maintain healthy green spaces for the benefit of society and the environment. For more information about caring for your lawn or landscape, visit [LoveYourLandscape.org.](http://www.loveyourlandscape.org/) Tags: [award winning landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/award-winning-landscaping/), [best landscaping company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaping-company/), [environmental award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmental-award/), [environmental stewardship award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/environmental-stewardship-award/), [nalp award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/nalp-award/), [sustainability](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/sustainability/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** award winning landscaping, best landscaping company, environmental award, environmental stewardship award, nalp award, sustainability --- ### [Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-for-habitat-for-humanity-restore/) **Published:** July 31, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** If you aren't familiar with Habitat for Humanity ReStore, they bring in additional monetary support for Habitat for Humanity by offering a lower-cost alternative to the conventional hardware store **Content:** # Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore July 31, 2014 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/), [Volunteer Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/volunteer-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/#respond) Last month, Quiet Village Landscaping took advantage of a neat opportunity to help out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore location near the Sam’s Choice on Manchester. We donated materials and labor to add some charm to their store sign. We kept it green, using native plants in the design. [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2604-web/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2604-web/)[![ReStore sign, rock and flower landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2604-web.jpg "Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2604-web/) Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2632-web/) [](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2632-web/) If you aren’t familiar with Habitat for Humanity ReStore, they bring in additional monetary support for Habitat for Humanity by offering a lower-cost alternative to the conventional hardware store, selling perfectly good surplus construction and household materials that might otherwise be discarded into landfills. Stop by one of their two St. Louis locations. For more info, check out [www.habitatstl.org/supportus/restore/](http://www.habitatstl.org/supportus/restore/ "More info on ReStore"). [![flower in landscape foreground, ReStore sign background](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2632-web-1.jpg "IMG_2632-web")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2632-web/) Tags: [green landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/green-landscaping/), [habitat for humanity restore](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/habitat-for-humanity-restore/), [landscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape/), [landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** green landscaping, habitat for humanity restore, landscape, Landscaping, native plants --- ### [Flower Power! Plants That Are Easy To Grow](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/flower-power-plants-that-are-easy-to-grow/) **Published:** July 23, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Add some Power Perennials to your garden – Plants that strive and survive in all types of conditions. Check out our picks for perennial flowers that are easy to grow. **Content:** # Flower Power! Plants That Are Easy To Grow July 23, 2015 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/planting/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/flower-power-plants-easy-grow/#respond) Add some Power Perennials to your garden – Plants that strive and survive in all types of conditions. Check out our picks for perennial flowers that are easy to grow: 1. **Coneflower** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/1280px-Purple_Coneflower_Echinacea_purpurea-1-150x150.jpg)ConeflowerHot and sunny weather doesn’t stop coneflowers from producing an abundance of flowers from early summer until fall. Coneflowers are purple natives that are easy to grow – and are also available in while, yellow, orange, and red. As an added bonus, these nectar-rich flowers will attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden as well! 2. **Liatris** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/SIP885332_jpg_rendition_largest-e1575492281651.jpg)Liatris (Gayfeather or Blazing Star)Liatris (or, commonly called gayfeather or blazing star) is a tough native plant that produces interesting spikes of pink, white, or purple blooms from midsummer to fall. While this plant is drought-tolerant, it prefers moister soils – making it a great choice for wet spots in your landscape ([see our last post on how to handle the wet St. Louis summer](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/rain-rain-away/)). 3. ****Artemisia**** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/101801885_jpg_rendition_largest-150x150.jpg)ArtemisiaWith its silver-gray foliage, Artemisia makes a great companion for other perennials in your landscape or containers. Artemisia is a tough plant that can tolerate both hot-dry conditions and pool soil. Just keep in mind that it needs full sun to stay healthy. 4. **Hosta** These ultra-easy foliage plants come in all types of shapes, sizes, and colors. Use hostas to brighten any shady spots in your garden and landscape. 5. **Buddleia (Butterfly Weed)** ![Plants That Are Easy To Grow](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/101799431_jpg_rendition_largest-150x150.jpg)Buddleia (Butterfly Weed)When blooming, this fragrant perennial shrub attracts butterflies of all types. Buddleia produces nectar-rich blooms in purple, pink, yellow, white and even blues! Buddleia will die back to the ground each year, but rebounds quickly once the weather warms up in the spring. 6. **Helenium** Add some beauty to your late-summer and fall garden with the bright and beautiful Helenium. This sun-worshiping native plan blooms in bright orange, red, and yellow blooms. 7. **Black-eyed Susan** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/yellow-and-red-black-eyed-susan-flower-patricia-sanders-300x300.jpg)Black-eyed SusanGrowing to about 24-36 inches, black eyed Susan’s thrive in full sun and can tolerate dry conditions – and is also a bee and butterfly favorite! The more you cut the daisylike flowers of the black-eyed Susan, the more prolific they will bloom. Tags: [butterfly weed](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/butterfly-weed/), [coneflowers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/coneflowers/), [easy to grow plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/easy-to-grow-plants/), [landscape st. louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-st-louis/), [liatris](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/liatris/), [native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/native-plants/), [perennials](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/perennials/), [st. louis native plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-native-plants/), [st. louis plants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-plants/) **Categories:** Garden Care --- ### [Quiet Village Landscaping Spring Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-landscaping-spring-services/) **Published:** April 9, 2025 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** From recurring gardening services and spring clean ups to lush lawns and tree care, Quiet Village Landscaping has you covered. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_4999.jpeg) ## Introducing our Spring Service Catalog! What’s the first thing you see when you leave your house? **Your lawn!** It’s also the first to welcome you home, even before your pets, kids, or partner. You deserve to be welcomed home by a perfectly manicured lawn, beautiful flowers, and lush, green grass. With our comprehensive services, taking care of your lawn has never been easier… **Introducing: Spring Landscaping Services You Need – St. Louis** This blog post explores *all* of Quiet Village Landscaping’s spring service offerings. For comprehensive care, our Elite Estate Care service is the best option. It includes all of the services listed in our catalog, customized to your property’s unique needs. [ Explore all Our Services Here! ](/contacts) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-1.png) [ Click Here & Select "Fine Gardening Services" ](/contacts) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-2.png) [ Click & Choose "Seasonal Clean Up & Mulch" & "Plant Installation" ](/contacts) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Spring-Service-Catalog.png) [ Select "Lush Lawn Program" & "Tree & Shrub Care" ](/contacts) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-3.png) [ Select "Precision Mowing & Trimming" & "Seasonal Annual Changes & Decor" ](/contacts) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-5.png) [ "Irrigation System Installation," "Lighting System Installation," "Irrigation Maintenance Program" & "Seasonal Lighting Adjustment" ](/contacts) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-4.png) [ Select All the Services Listed Above ](/contacts) ## Fully Customizable Services Every home is unique, and so is every homeowner’s vision. That’s why all our services are fully customizable to match your preferences and your property’s specific needs. Whether you require regular upkeep, a one-time refresh, or a complete seasonal transformation, we tailor our services to bring your dream landscape to life. ## Why Should You Invest? You’ve worked hard to create a beautiful home. Let us help you make it even more stunning. With Quiet Village Landscaping, you get expert care, unmatched attention to detail, and the peace of mind that your property is in the best hands. Spring is here—are you ready to transform your landscape? 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In St. Louis, species like **bush honeysuckle, bamboo, aggressive vines, and thistle**quietly take over woodlines, hillsides, and property edges—crowding out native plants, stressing trees, and destabilizing soil. If your landscape feels harder to manage every year, you’re not imagining it. Invasive species **grow fast, spread aggressively, and steal water, nutrients, and sunlight from everything around them.** At Quiet Village Landscaping, we help homeowners **contain, remove, and replace invasive growth** with long-term, healthier solutions—so your property stays beautiful, stable, and intentional. ### What Are Invasive Plant Species and Why Are They a Problem in St. Louis? Invasive species are non-native plants that **spread aggressively and disrupt local ecosystems.** In the St. Louis region, they thrive because of our fertile soil, variable weather, and wooded residential properties. Common invasive plants we see include: [Bush honeysuckle, Bamboo, Aggressive vines (like wintercreeper or English ivy), and more. ](https://mdc.mo.gov/trees-plants/invasive-plants) These plants may look harmless—or even useful at first—but over time, **they create serious issues for both your landscape and the surrounding environment.** **Categories:** Garden Care --- ### [Spring Landscape Clean-Up in St. Louis: What It Includes and Why It Matters](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/spring-landscape-clean-up-in-st-louis-what-it-includes-and-why-it-matters/) **Published:** April 30, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ### *What’s Included in Spring Landscaping Services in St. Louis and How It Impacts Your Property* Spring is when everything comes to life. As humans, we can feel this shift, and our landscapes in St. Louis can, too. But when leftover leaves and dead plant material from winter remain, they stunt the growth of your plants and lawn. A spring landscape clean-up in St. Louis is a full property refresh, and it’s exactly how to shake off any remaining winter stress. Done right, it allows your landscape to thrive throughout the growing season (from March through November). This guide explores: - - - What a spring landscape clean-up actually is - - What your property needs right now - - How this impacts your landscape long-term ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7679-3000x2173.jpeg "IMG_7679 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **What Is a Spring Landscape Clean-Up?** ### A spring yard clean-up service is a property line to property line refresh, and it’s crucial if you want your plants and grass to grow healthily. From leaf and stick removal to detailed plant care, it restores structure, cleanliness, and overall appearance to your property. ### **What Your Yard Is Dealing With After Winter in St. Louis** In St. Louis, winter conditions typically leave behind: - Leaves packed into planting beds and lawn - Dead plant material - Early weed growth Even if these issues seem minor, they affect how your landscape grows in the months ahead and how your property looks overall. ### **What a Professional Spring Yard Clean-Up Service Includes** A complete landscaping clean-up service addresses your entire property. 1. 1. #### Full Property Debris Removal Leaves, sticks, and buildup are removed from: - Lawn areas - Planting beds - Walkways and outdoor surfaces #### Defined Bed Edging Clean, defined garden beds are one of the most noticeable improvements in professional landscaping. By reshaping and defining planting beds, you: - Separate lawn and garden spaces clearly - Create a polished, high-end appearance - Improve long-term landscape maintenance #### Mulch Installation Fresh mulch is applied to: - Give planting beds a clean, finished look - Help retain moisture in the soil - Regulate soil temperature - Suppress weed growth #### Perennial and Plant Clean Up Dead plant material is removed carefully to: - Encourage healthy new growth - Prevent disease - Improve overall plant performance #### Hand Weeding Weed removal helps prevent: - Rapid spreading later in the season - Competition with healthy plants #### Final Detail Work All hard surfaces are cleared and cleaned so the entire property feels complete, not partially finished. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Photos-1-3000x2000.png "Photos (1) | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **How This Spring Landscaping Work Impacts the Entire Season** A professional spring landscape clean-up in St. Louis directly affects: - How plants grow - How quickly weeds return - How easy your landscape is to maintain When this step is rushed or incomplete, homeowners often find themselves: - Repeating the same work - Managing problems later in the season - Spending more time trying to keep up ### **A Simple Way to Think About It** Spring is your first opportunity to reset your entire landscape at once. Handled correctly, it makes the rest of the season easier. Handled halfway, it creates more work later. ### **What to Do Next** If you’re unsure where your landscape stands, a simple walkthrough can help identify: - What needs to be addressed now - What can wait - What will make the biggest impact We offer free spring landscaping consultations in St. Louis to help you understand exactly what your property needs. [ Schedule Your Spring Landscape Consultation ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7620-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7620 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7671-2250x3000.jpeg "IMG_7671 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7596-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7596 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_5148-3000x1990.jpeg "IMG_5148 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20260402_143456-2250x3000.jpg "20260402_143456 | Quiet Village Landscaping") **Categories:** Garden Care --- ### [Is Spring Clean Up Landscaping Cost Worth It in St. Louis? How a Professional Service Protects Your Property Value](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/is-spring-clean-up-landscaping-cost-worth-it-in-st-louis-how-a-professional-service-protects-your-property-value/) **Published:** April 30, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ### It’s Not Just a Cleanup, It’s Asset Protection Most homeowners in St. Louis start by asking the same question: What does spring clean up landscaping cost? And while cost matters, it’s only part of the picture. Many homeowners think of spring landscaping or yard cleanup as a seasonal chore. In reality, it’s one of the highest-return home investments you can make, especially in St. Louis neighborhoods where appearance, consistency, and curb appeal directly impact property value. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7671-2250x3000.jpeg "IMG_7671 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **How Landscaping Directly Impacts Property Value in St. Louis** Professional landscaping can increase home value by [10% to 20% or more.](https://www.redfin.com/blog/does-landscaping-increase-home-value/) Well-maintained yards and consistent landscape upkeep can deliver some of the [highest returns of any exterior home improvement.](https://homeguide.com/costs/does-landscaping-increase-home-value?) Why? Because buyers and appraisers in St. Louis judge your home before they ever step inside. A clean, well-maintained landscape signals the home is cared for and the property is move-in ready. And the opposite is just as powerful. A neglected yard can lower perceived value and raise concerns about the entire home. [ See What Your Property Needs This Spring ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) ### **Spring Cleanup Cost vs. Value: The Most Important Reset for St. Louis Landscapes** When evaluating spring clean up landscaping cost in St. Louis, it’s important to understand what you’re actually paying for. After a St. Louis winter, your landscape is at its lowest point: - Leaf and debris buildup across lawn and planting beds - Dead plant material left over from the previous season - Early weed growth beginning to establish Without proper spring landscaping maintenance, your lawn and plantings won’t grow evenly or thrive throughout the St. Louis growing season from March through November. In other words, the cost of cleanup directly impacts the quality of your entire season. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7620-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7620 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **What a Professional Spring Landscaping Service in St. Louis Should Include** Not all services are created equal. The cost of spring landscaping often reflects the level of detail and completeness. At Quiet Village Landscaping, spring cleanup is designed as a full-property reset: - Removal of leaves and debris from lawn and planting beds - Hand weeding to remove invasive growth at the root - Clean, spade bed edging to define all garden beds - Cutting back perennials and removing dead plant material - Blowing off walkways, patios, and entry areas - Property line to property line cleanup It isn’t just about making it look better. It’s about restoring structure, balance, and long-term health to your entire landscape. [ Get a Spring Landscaping Quote in St. Louis ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) ### **Why Spring Landscaping Cost Matters in St. Louis HOA Communities** If you live in a St. Louis neighborhood with an HOA, landscaping standards are not optional. Your landscape affects: - Neighborhood consistency - Community appearance - Overall property values HOA communities throughout St. Louis rely heavily on consistent landscape care to maintain visual standards. In these environments: - A properly maintained landscape keeps you aligned with expectations - A neglected property stands out immediately and can impact perception When considering spring clean up landscaping cost, it’s not just about your property. It’s about maintaining your place within the neighborhood standard. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7679-3000x2173.jpeg "IMG_7679 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **The Hidden Cost of Skipping Spring Landscaping in St. Louis** Focusing only on upfront cost often leads to bigger expenses later. Skipping or underinvesting in spring landscaping services doesn’t save money. It usually creates additional work and higher costs over time. Without proper early-season care: - Weeds establish and spread faster, leading to more labor later - Bed edges disappear and require redefinition - Plants struggle or die, increasing replacement costs - The property looks unmaintained, lowering perceived value The reality is simple: Lower upfront cost often leads to higher long-term cost. [ Avoid Costly Landscape Issues This Season ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) ### **Protect the Investment You’ve Made in Your Home** When evaluating spring clean up landscaping cost, the better question is: What does it cost to not do it properly? Spring landscaping sets the foundation for how your property will look, perform, and hold its value throughout the year. That’s the difference between a quick yard cleanup and true landscape care. If you’re ready for a landscape that reflects the level of your home in St. Louis, we’re here to handle it. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Photos-1-3000x2000.png "Photos (1) | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ Schedule Your Spring Landscaping Service ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Garden Care **Tags:** Gardening, Landscaping, Plants, Weeding --- ### [Landscape Edging in St. Louis: Why Clean Bed Edges Make All the Difference](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-edging-in-st-louis-why-clean-bed-edges-make-all-the-difference/) **Published:** April 30, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ### How Professional Landscape Edging in St. Louis Defines Your Garden Beds and Elevates Curb Appeal When people think about landscaping, they usually focus on plants, mulch, or lawn care. But one of the most important elements of a clean, high-end landscape is bed edging. It’s the difference between a yard that looks “maintained” and one that looks sharp and professionally cared for. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_5468-2000x3000.jpeg "IMG_5468 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **What Is Landscape Edging?** Landscape edging, also known as garden bed edging or spade edging, is the process of creating a clean, defined separation between your lawn and planting beds. Landscape edging, also known as garden bed edging or spade edging, is the process of creating a clean, defined separation between your lawn and planting beds. Instead of mulch blending into grass or edges becoming uneven over time, edging creates: - Clear boundaries between lawn and landscape - A structured, polished appearance - Easier long-term maintenance ### **Why Landscape Edging Matters More Than You Think** #### 1. It Instantly Improves Curb Appeal Clean bed edges are one of the first things people notice, even if they don’t realize it. Defined lines create a finished look that makes your entire property feel more refined. #### 2. It Prevents Your Landscape from Looking Messy Without proper edging, mulch spreads into the lawn and beds lose their shape over time. #### 3. It Makes Ongoing Maintenance Easier Defined edges help: - Reduce lawn creep into beds - Make mowing and trimming more efficient ### **What Professional Bed Edging Should Look Like** When done properly, landscape edging should: - Create a smooth, consistent line around all planting beds - Clearly separate turf from mulch areas - Complement the shape and design of your landscape - Hold its form throughout the season ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7679-3000x2173.jpeg "IMG_7679 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **When Should You Edge Your Landscape in St. Louis?** The best time for landscape edging in St. Louis is during your spring landscaping service. After winter, bed lines are often softened or lost and debris buildup hides edges. Re-establishing edges in the spring sets the structure for the entire growing season. Many properties also benefit from touch-up edging throughout the year, especially with [biweekly or monthly gardening visits.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### **How Edging Fits Into a Full Spring Landscaping Service** Bed edging is not a standalone task. It’s a critical part of a complete spring landscape clean-up in St. Louis. It works alongside: - Debris removal - Hand weeding - Plant and perennial care - Mulch installation Together, these elements create a landscape that looks clean, defined, and ready for the season, and they’re part of our spring landscaping clean up ### **Ready for a Sharper, More Defined Landscape?** If your planting beds have lost their shape, spring is the time to reset them. And when it’s done right, the difference is immediate. [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Garden Care **Tags:** Gardening, Landscaping, Plants, Weeding --- ### [Paintball Tournament](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/paintball-tournament/) **Published:** January 29, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Paintball Tournament 2014!  Check out our Facebook album for more photos of our epic battle. **Content:** # Paintball Tournament January 29, 2014 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/paintball-tournament/#respond) ![teammates at Quiet Village Landscaping paintball tournament](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMGP1753-300x199.jpg)Paintball TournamentQuiet Village Paintball Tournament 2014! Check out our [Facebook album](https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152225323735775.1073741829.95456515774&type=3 "See more photos!") for more photos of our epic battle. P.S. I’m pretty sure that yellow team won… ![ ](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/1f642.svg) P.P.S. Yes, the previous line is a great example of a misuse of power. Here’s hoping Dennis doesn’t see that part. **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [Quiet Village Given "Excellence in Customer Service" Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/quiet-village-given-excellence-in-customer-service-award/) **Published:** February 9, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Quiet Village Landscaping Co. has just won the coveted Star Award from The Pulse of the City News for "combining superior construction product & excellent customer focus!" **Content:** # Quiet Village Given “Excellence in Customer Service” Award February 9, 2015 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/excellence-in-customer-service-award/#respond) ![Excellence in Customer Service Award](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/excellence-customer-service-award-e1575491190215.jpg) Excellence in Customer Service Award Quiet Village Landscaping Co. has just won the coveted Star Award from The Pulse of the City News for “combining superior construction product & excellent customer focus!” The Pulse’s independent research brought to light our outstanding rate of customer satisfaction and quality craftsmanship. For more info, visit their website at [https://www.pulseofthecitynews.com/company-details/34t2v224x2/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Co](https://awards.pulseofthecitynews.com/quiet-village-landscaping-co-St-Louis-MO "Customer Satisfaction Award"). Customer satisfaction is first-priority to us. Please let us know how we can help you with your garden or construction project so that you can get the most out of your outdoor living space! 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February 12, 2020 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/houzz-2020-quiet-village-wins-st-louis/#respond) Quiet Village Landscaping has won the **Best of Houzz 2020 Award** for Customer Service on Houzz, the leading platform for home renovation and design. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Best-of-Houzz-2020.jpg) Quiet Village was chosen by the millions of homeowners that make up the Houzz community online. This is our landscape company’s 4th consecutive year winning the Best of Houzz Service Award, bringing our total to **5 Houzz Awards!** The Best Of Houzz badge is awarded annually, in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Our outdoor living team uses the Houzz platform to connect to homeowners looking for ideas, resources, and inspiration for landscaping, landscape design, home improvements, and construction projects. On our Houzz profile you can [view past projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/quiet-village-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~2013699279), read customer reviews, and connect with our team on how to enhance your own outdoor oasis this year. What goals do you have for your home in 2020? Do you have drainage issues that need to be addressed? Are you looking for less yard maintenance? Do you have a [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/) or patio that needs to be rebuilt or repaired? 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March 25, 2019 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscape-design-2019-ladue-news-platinum-list-award-winner/#respond) The outdoor living season in St. Louis is already here, and we are so thrilled to kick off the season with some exciting news. Quiet Village Landscaping recently won the award for **Best Landscape Design** in the Ladue News Platinum List Awards for 2019! Winning companies were chosen by Ladue News readers in the annual awards, hosted at The Coronado. Our team attended the awards event and were so flattered by what readers had to say about our landscape design services. In the Platinum List announcement “Ladue News readers love Quiet Village for its expert staff, professional and customized installations, and quality materials. But what wins Quiet Village extra praise is its commitment to environmentally friendly services.” We work hard to incorporate sustainable practices into every landscape design we create. This includes everything from our landscape designs, materials we recommend, and maintenance services we provide. This was the first time Quiet Village Landscaping has won the Best Landscape Design award from the Ladue News. We have previously been featured in articles by Ladue News staff, including this [article on Rain Gardens.](https://www.laduenews.com/abode/features/the-latest-trend-in-landscaping-rain-gardens/article_e6d9e0cb-fdd0-5096-a04a-b0e96713f421.html) [Read the full article here](https://www.laduenews.com/awards/platinum-list-home/article_221cec82-a15a-592a-bd7c-44dc2335f735.html) ![Ladue News Platinum List Party](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/QVL-Ladue-News-Platinum-Party-300x182.jpg) Quiet Village accepts the award for ‘Best Landscape Design’ Thank you to everyone who has supported our eco-minded mission over the years, trusting us with your outdoor projects since 2001. Now is the perfect time for home and business owners alike to recreate their outdoor living spaces with a customized design to bring to life your ‘outdoor oasis’. Best of all, our entire landscape design team has just finished intensive DynaSCAPE Design training over the winter season to be prepared for another busy spring and summer in St. Louis. Our commitment to continuing education means our designs, practices, and landscaping methods are modern and efficient. Anyone within our service area can get started with a new design concept by [filling out our Online Design Questionnaire here](https://goo.gl/forms/1hlCwEYNLk3zq4Zk1). This 5-minute survey gives us a great start with the key information that we need to begin created your new landscape design. We are also the premier landscape design and installation partner for the rainscaping rebate program in the St. Louis area. We work closely with the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance to help home and business owners receive the maximum rebates for any potentially qualifying projects. Interested in learning more? [Just shoot us an email](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us)! 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We’re partners with local organizations like **Grow Native!** and the **Deer Creek Watershed Alliance** to promote sustainability in the services that we provide. Last year, we won the Environmental Stewardship Award from the National Association of Landscape Professionals. ![Environmental Stewardship Award](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Award-Winning-Landscaping-in-St_-Louis-1024x1024.jpg) However, around our office we needed a little help to make sure we were just as green internally as we were in every landscape we design, install, and maintain. This is why we decided to participate in the 2019 St. Louis Green Business Challenge, organized by the Missouri Botanical Garden. As a company, we took action to reduce our environmental impact and evaluate all of the ways we can get better at bringing sustainability to our internal office practices. Here’s how we improved! **Sustainability Education & Communication – E-Newsletter** We have a monthly internal e-newsletter that gets distributed to our entire team. We added a section focused on [sustainability topics](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) – everything from friendly eco-conscious reminders to why native plants and perennials are better for our environment. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/aerial-blog-blogger-990819-300x205.jpg) **Native Landscaping & Rain Gardens** Since 2001 we have been designing landscapes with native plants and sustainable features. We are always striving to improve the beauty of properties, as well as improve the biodiversity that’s beneficial to our surroundings. We moved into a new building in 2017. Since then, we have been planting native & perennial plants and grasses along with small trees and shrubs which work to mitigate some of the stormwater runoff we experience. ![native plants st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1219-1024x682.jpg) ![native plants in st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1218-1024x682.jpg) **Eliminating Styrofoam** To help minimize our use of Styrofoam and one-time use plates, utensils, and cups, we invested in reusable kitchen items. We also have Styrofoam eliminated from our purchasing policies. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1221-300x258.jpg) **Eliminating One-Time Use Plastic Bottles & Bottled Water** We installed a refillable hydration station to reduce the number of single use bottled water by our team. We also offer reusable drink bottles to our team and guests. ![refillable drink station](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1213-683x1024.jpg) ![reusable drink bottles st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1215-1024x682.jpg) We also have insulated glasses for our always on-the-go team, so that they can stay hydrated on job-sites. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1220-300x200.jpg) **No Idling Policy** We now have a company-wide no idling policy for all vehicles, which is highlighted with new signage in both English and Spanish. ![st. louis green business challenge](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_1216.jpg) **Reducing Plastic Use for Property Visits** Until recently, we were using plastic bags and carbon-copy paper to leave behind after every visit to a property. Those have been redesigned as a recycled cardboard door hanger, eliminating our use of these plastic bags. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/20190925_101815-758x1024.jpg) **From Paper to Mobile App!** Our entire team now utilizes a mobile app for scheduling, communication, and more. This has reduced our overall use of paper. Going forward, we are continuing to find ways to eliminate our reliance on paper, going digital with communication when we can! ![best landscaping company st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-Landscaping-Entire-Team.jpg) Our green practices go beyond the internal improvements we’ve made as participants in the [St. Louis Green Business Challenge!](http://stlouisgreenchallenge.com/) **Our services go beyond “traditional” landscaping, because:** We install **permeable pavers** and environmentally friendly alternatives to typical overuse of turf grass and expansive lawn spaces. We work smarter by **decreasing the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides**. Every Winter we **cut salt use** by using environmentally-friendly ice melt alternatives. We **help the habitat** by improving biodiversity, creating pollinator friendly gardens and meadows, and forage-friendly habitats. Almost every landscape design includes **more trees**, which improve air quality, filter pollutants, and can be used for privacy or windbreaks. 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Best Landscape Design in St. Louis (Ladue News Platinum List Awards) | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/we-won-best-landscape-design-in-st-louis-ladue-news-platinum-list-awards-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** April 27, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** We WON! Best Landscape Design in St. Louis (Ladue News Platinum List Awards) April 27, 2021Award, Landscape DesignComments: 0 Not only are we celebrating o **Content:** # We WON! Best Landscape Design in St. Louis (Ladue News Platinum List Awards) April 27, 2021 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/won-landscape-design-st-louis-ladue-news-platinum-list-awards/#respond) Not only are we celebrating our 20th year in business anniversary, we also won for **Best Landscape Design** in St. Louis in this year’s **Ladue News Platinum List Awards**. Designing landscapes is hugely important to our team, and we pride ourselves in coming up with the concepts for so many amazing outdoor spaces across town. From Chesterfield to Central West End, we work to enhance the landscape designs for every project we take on. Of course, winning this award couldn’t have happened without the support of our clients, vendors, friends, and business partners who voted for us and other small businesses in St. Louis. We even celebrated some of the votes with some pretty epic giveaways on our social accounts. *Check out [Quiet Village Landscaping on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/) to see if we have a giveaway going on now!* # Best Landscape Design in St. Louis – Ladue News Platinum List Award Winners! ![best landscape design award winner in St. Louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Best-Landscape-Design-Award-Winning-Landscaping-in-St_-Louis_-Quiet-Village-1024x1024.jpg) This year we were featured alongside other amazing St. Louis businesses as an award-winning company in the [Ladue News Platinum List Awards 2021 here](https://www.laduenews.com/design-and-decor/home/platinum-list-2021-winners-home/collection_d8f3f342-8765-11eb-b8d5-a7e97fc8f60d.html). This award was extra special to us as a growing landscaping company, because this makes the third year we’ve won. The third times a charm, right? We hope so! Our design philosophy makes sure we work with; not against; nature. We incorporate beneficial native trees and plants into designs that give homeowners what they are looking for. From low-maintenance and natural to refined and classic, we blend the client’s wish-list with the best horticultural practices and building specifications today. Taking a short “research walk” to observe your neighbor’s yards and you might start to notice the different between a well planned landscape design or a yard that could use a little TLC. Most garden beds are older, and oftentimes need new layers of plants added to fill-in bare spots and complement the existing garden features. We love visiting new properties to see how we might enhance the curb appeal and visual interest of an outdoor space. Landscape designs are amazing in this way, because they initiate the planning process for a yard which can be completed over a few months or several years, depending on the existing landscaping. We want everyone to love their landscape. If you look outside and are less and inspired, we want you to know that we are here as a resource and guide in everything landscape design including [outdoor lighting system design and installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/). We bring the party to you, with custom lighting systems that are programmable from your smart device. Create a classic bistro-lighting mood, or use pre-designed color designs for holidays, parties, or games. How awesome would it be to turn-on red lights for Cardinals play-off games, blue for Blues hockey nights, or purple/yellow/green for Mardi Gras season! Thank you to everyone who voted us **“Best Landscape Design”** in St. Louis. 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We won Best Landscaper! **Content:** # St. Louis Magazine A-List Award Winners – Best Landscaper! July 6, 2020 [Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/award/), [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-magazine-a-list-award-winners-landscaper/#respond) If you read St. Louis Magazine, you’ve probably noticed a raised focused on gardening, landscape design & [outdoor living](https://www.stlmag.com/design/outdoors/spreitlers-backyard/). So, when landscaping was included as a voting category in the annual A-List Awards, we were thrilled. It hadn’t been a category for several years, and it was one of the very first business awards Quiet Village Landscaping won, back in 2010. This year, our team won in our category as Best Landscaper in St. Louis for 2020! It’s an award we celebrate as a team; it takes a village to make thoughtful, sustainable landscape design, build and maintenance a reality. We’re glad that more and more people are embracing [sustainability](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/go-green) and functionality for their outdoor spaces. They are joining us in ditching the cookie-cutter, boring yard for an outdoor oasis that can be enjoyed year-round. We’re proudly celebrating winning our second [St. Louis Magazine](https://www.stlmag.com/) A-List award, along with the “trending” embrace of outdoor living in our town. As more people learn about the benefits of sustainability, four seasons garden interest, rainscaping and planting for pollinators, the happier our lives – and yards – will be! We appreciate every one who voted for us to first become nominated, and then win! To us, landscaping is more than just mowing the grass. Its nurturing the nature that you’re surrounded by at your home, workplace, and neighborhood. Its planting and taking care of the living world around us, that needs more than just turf grass to survive. Its building an oasis that your family can enjoy, spending time outside in a meaningful way. We hope the awareness of sustainable landscaping continues, and we’ll continue to provide local resources and sustainability-minded landscaping services to the St. Louis community! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/plain-300x300.png) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-magazine-a-list-award-winners-landscaper/&t=St.+Louis+Magazine+A-List+Award+Winners+%26%238211%3B+Best+Landscaper%21&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-magazine-a-list-award-winners-landscaper/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-magazine-a-list-award-winners-landscaper/&title=St.+Louis+Magazine+A-List+Award+Winners+%26%238211%3B+Best+Landscaper%21 "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-magazine-a-list-award-winners-landscaper/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-magazine-a-list-award-winners-landscaper/&text=St.+Louis+Magazine+A-List+Award+Winners+%26%238211%3B+Best+Landscaper%21 "Share in Twitter") Tags: [A-List Award Winners](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/a-list-award-winners/), [best landscaper st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/best-landscaper-st-louis/), [Quiet Village Landscaping A-List Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/quiet-village-landscaping-a-list-award/), [St. Louis Magazine A-List Awards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/st-louis-magazine-a-list-awards/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** A-List Award Winners,Quiet Village Landscaping A-List Award,St. Louis Magazine A-List Awards,best landscaper st louis --- ### [3 Quick Landscaping Tips to Help Sell your House](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/3-quick-landscaping-tips-to-help-sell-your-house/) **Published:** July 31, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** It's easy to assume that once a potential buyer sees the inside of your home, they'll be tempted to give you an offer on the spot. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Urban-Oasis-Design-and-Construction-green-house.jpg) # 3 Quick Landscaping Tips to Help Sell your House July 31, 2018 [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/3-quick-landscaping-tips-sell-house/#respond) It’s easy to assume that once a potential buyer sees the inside of your home, they’ll be tempted to give you an offer on the spot. It’s no wonder that countless homeowners spend all their renovation budget on[ choosing the right paint colors](https://www.calleaglepainting.com/2018/01/26/paint-colors-that-will-help-you-sell-your-home/) for their rooms and restoring the flooring. However, the truth is that most buyers won’t even bother to come inside your home unless they’re attracted by what they see on the outside first. The good news is that you don’t necessarily have to spend a fortune on gardening and landscaping to make your home more attractive. A little help from[ the right landscape design company](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/) can give you everything you need to appeal to the best buyer. Here are a few tips to help get you started. ## **1. Start with a Quick Clean Up** When you want the inside of your home to look clean and clutter-free, you[ reach out to a moving company like Bellho](https://www.getbellhops.com/market/saint-louis-missouri/)ps[ for help](https://www.getbellhops.com/market/saint-louis-missouri/). Your movers can take some of your furniture to either your new home or a storage unit so that you can present your rooms as clutter-free as possible. It’s important to take similar steps to de-clutter the outside of your property too. Start by going outside and scrutinizing your yard as if you were looking at it for the first time. Ask yourself if any over-growing shrubs or flowers need to be trimmed. Does the grass need cutting, or could you benefit from cleaning up the edges of your lawn? ## **2. Make the Yard Welcoming** Once you’ve gotten rid of any weeds, excess grass, or clutter that could be reducing the appeal of your home, think about the extra steps you can take to[ draw people into your property](https://www.domain.com.au/living/7-landscaping-tips-to-increase-your-propertys-value/). For instance, could you replace the paving stones leading up to your front door to make them more appealing? Or add lights around the pathways to pull people in on an evening? You can even add furniture like benches and tables to make potential buyers visualize what it would be like to hold a gathering in your garden. Your buyers want to know that once they’ve[ invested in a good neighborhood](https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/neighborhoods/), they can enjoy their time there with evenings in the sun and garden parties. ## **3. Invest in Maintenance** Finally, remember that many different factors affect how quickly you’re likely to sell your home. Even if you have the perfect house, with a stunning garden, if the marketplace isn’t right for selling, then you might have to wait months before you get an interested buyer. Don’t lose hope, and don’t let your garden lose its appeal during this time. Remember to[ invest in regular maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance) for your landscape to keep it looking its best as new people enter the real estate market. A good maintenance strategy will keep your home looking incredible as the weeks and months pass by, and it will also mean that you can get more out of your home while you’re waiting to sell. Tags: [home landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/home-landscaping/), [landscaping tips](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscaping-tips/), [moving tips](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/moving-tips/), [quiet village landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/quiet-village-landscaping/), [real estate st louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/real-estate-st-louis/) **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** home landscaping,landscaping tips,moving tips,quiet village landscaping,real estate st louis --- ### [20% Off Winter Landscaping Projects – St. Louis, Chesterfield, and St. Charles residents! | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/20-off-winter-landscaping-projects-st-louis-chesterfield-and-st-charles-residents-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** January 20, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** 20% Off Winter Landscaping Projects – St. Louis, Chesterfield, and St. Charles residents! January 20, 2023Event, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Outdoor Liv **Content:** # 20% Off Winter Landscaping Projects – St. Louis, Chesterfield, and St. Charles residents! January 20, 2023 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/20-winter-landscaping-projects-st-louis-chesterfield-st-charles-residents/#respond) We’re giving a for new projects! Get 20% off all hardscaping / construction projects as well as winter gardening maintenance visits. Discount includes [outdoor lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/), new hardscapes, replacements, and rebuilds using existing stones or bricks. Grading and demolition are ideal winter projects so that we get the [dirty stuff out of the way now](https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl8z9qjOL4B/), when you aren’t using your yard as frequently. Let’s build your new patio, outdoor kitchen, fire feature or retaining wall! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Quiet-Village-Deep-Winter-Discount-Landscaping-promotional-offer-20-off-projects-1024x1024.png) Save now through the end of February, 2023 to show your property a little love this winter. \*Our service area extends to St. Charles, Wildwood, and Sunset Hills for design/build projects.\* All new clients should start by filling out the new client form, [linked here](https://quietvillage.typeform.com/to/A8ZiSS) and at the top of our website. Typically we will meet you on-site for a walking property tour and consultation for your landscaping project. We can then give you guidance and an estimate for the work needed to renovate or beautify your property this year. Contact us before the end of February to save on your outdoor living enhancement project with our award-winning landscape design team. **Categories:** Outdoor Living --- ### [2018 Outdoor Living Trends](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/2018-outdoor-living-trends/) **Published:** January 25, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** “Outdoor living is more than just a few outdoor lounge chairs circled around your patio,” says Rebecca Eisele, Landscape Designer at Quiet Village Landscaping. **Content:** # 2018 Outdoor Living Trends January 25, 2018 [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/2018-outdoor-living-trends/#respond) With just a few more weeks of winter left, we’re looking forward to the newest outdoor living trends for 2018. Our team is thrilled that people are embracing the new-ish idea of outdoor ‘rooms’ now more than ever before!Plus, savvy homeowners are realizing that a patio addition is a lower cost alternative to extending the square footage of your home’s interior. “Outdoor living is more than just a few outdoor lounge chairs lined up in a circle on your patio,” says Rebecca Eisele, Landscape Designer at Quiet Village Landscaping. “Homeowners want the same amount of comfort while entertaining outdoors as they do in their living rooms.” Here are a few **2018 outdoor living trends** we’re excited to work on for the upcoming spring and summer season in St. Louis. **Fire Features** There’s something instantly welcoming and dreamy about a fire feature. [Outdoor fire pits, fireplaces](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/) and accompanying sitting walls create natural gathering spots that pull your family and friends in while also creating warmth, extending the amount of time that you can enjoy outside. **Cooling Ceiling Fans** We all know that July and August in St. Louis can sometimes be unbearably hot. Luckily, outdoor fans have come along way and are now powerful enough to make entertaining outdoors in our hot and humid summer an enjoyable reality. Plus, it’s recommended by [Mosquito Squad of Greater St. Louis](http://stlmosquitocontrol.com/) that even a small amount of airflow can help keep mosquitoes away from your outdoor entertaining areas. Even more reason to add an outdoor ceiling fan to your outdoor oasis! **![outdoor living space](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-210531-300x199.jpeg)Fashionable Fabrics** Just like your indoor sofa, you can add beautiful bursts of color and texture to your outdoor spaces with fun, fashionable fabrics. We love using bright and sunny combinations of throw pillows, outdoor rugs, hurricane lanterns and candles to coordinate with blooming seasonal container gardens. If bold colors are too much, consider neutrals, charcoals, or browns to add cozy fabrics to your outdoor living areas. **Elevated Outdoor Furniture** There are so many new options out there that are a step above traditional wicker chairs. Choose comfortable and attractive outdoor furniture that compliments your landscape design. You can also add beautiful outdoor accents bought locally from outdoor decor boutiques, like [Garden Heights Nursery](http://gardenheights.com/). We love their collection of home decor, outdoor art, wind chimes, and more seasonally rotating items. Outdoor living spaces are not only trendy for the home, they can also create beneficial outdoor corporate wellness areas. [Businesses](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/commercial-bed-maintenance/) benefit from energizing outdoor spaces that employees can relax and enjoy lunch outdoors in. Some of our favorite projects are revamping old outdoor “smoke areas” to beautiful spaces that an entire company can enjoy – which is great for improved company culture and health! 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A labyrinth is a maze-like pattern using various hardscape and softscape elements. Walking a labyrinth can be a calming and meditative process, relaxing and enriching the mind. Plus, it adds an interesting and creative focal point to your yard. Call us today to find out how to make your yard “pop”! Reach us at 314-657-7050. 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Find out what guidelines your outdoor renovation may need to follow. **Content:** # Landscaping and Outdoor Permitting Tips for St. Louis County February 12, 2025 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Stone Work](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/stone-work/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/landscaping-outdoor-permitting-tips-st-louis-county/#respond) Your outdoor space needs a face-lift and you have visions in your head of an outdoor fire pit, a landscaped flower garden, and a tiered retaining wall. But wait! You may need to have permission from the architectural review board for major landscape changes. Do you need a permit for a 3’ retaining wall? AND a dumpster permit! All of a sudden, your enthusiasm for the project begins to dwindle away. Fear not, oh intrepid landowner! Though navigating the permits within the 98 municipalities of Saint Louis County can get very confusing, we are here to help you tackle this new landscaping renovation project. Below are some of the more common permit issues when you are rebuilding your outdoor space, but we suggest that before you start a major landscaping project, you seek the advice of professionals. **Retaining Walls and Review Boards:** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/permitting-for-retaining-walls-in-St_-Louis-County-hardscape-installation-1024x672.jpeg) First, let’s look at your retaining wall. All municipalities require a [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/) permit when it is over a certain height. For some of them, it’s 2”, but for Creve Coeur, you can go up to 4” before you need a permit. **Frontenac, Kirkwood, Ladue, Webster Groves, and Clayton** currently require permitting for all walls that are street facing. In **Town and Country, Frontenac, and Webster Groves**, all major landscaping changes will require you to go through the architectural review board. Below you will find links to the various Architectural Review Boards for the these specific municipalities: **Webster Groves** –[ Architectural Review Board](https://www.webstergrovesmo.gov/66/Architectural-Review-Board) **Town and Country** –[ Architectural Review Board](https://www.town-and-country.org/221/Architectural-Review-Board) **Frontenac** –[ Architectural Review Board](https://www.cityoffrontenac.org/department/board.php?structureid=24) To find out whether your municipality requires review board changes, do a quick internet search with your municipality name and the search term “architectural review board.” This should help you narrow down if your area requires a board to review your planned outdoor space. **Clearing and Planting:** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/new-Proven-Winner-plants-and-lawn-renovation-in-Ladue-by-Quiet-Village-225x300.jpg) Next, let’s look at some of the planting regulations. To preserve the natural beauty of the area, many municipalities have put in regulations to preserve trees and various types of foliage. For example, in **Clayton**, you are not allowed to remove more than 18 trees when clearcutting in any one area. (Unless you have specific approval from the city.) When planting, no more than 33% of the trees can come from the same genus/species. [For more information and specifics, start here](https://www.claytonmo.gov/government/planning-and-development-services/tree-and-landscape-regulations-update). In Kirkwood, it is required that residents will [remove any dead trees](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/tree-shrub-removal/), limbs or shrubs that can be hazardous to the public. This is common among most municipalities, so just be aware that you will be required to maintain all the plants and trees when you begin designing them. Also, when removing trees in **Kirkwood** you must replace them with at least a 4” caliper tree of a specific species. [You can learn more about these regulations here](https://ecode360.com/30705214). In the city of **Frontenac**, there are several regulations that are required when planting. You can read about most of these on the planning application, but just to list a few of them here: you must provide at least one canopy tree per 100 feet of public or private street frontage. On a private lot, you must have 1 canopy tree per 1,000 square feet of land. The canopy trees must be at least 2” in height when you plant them, and no tree should be within 15 feet in height of utility lines. As you can see, regulations and permits for landscaping can become time-consuming and confusing. When starting a major landscaping project, it’s always best to seek the advice and help of professionals. This is where our landscape designers come in. They can help you avoid the tangles of permits while giving you an updated outdoor space that will thrill your family and your friends. [Contact us now](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contact-us/) for more information. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/modern-outdoor-living-space-1024x768.jpg) **Please Note:** Before starting any landscaping project, it’s essential to check for necessary permits and ensure compliance with local regulations. While Quiet Village Landscaping’s design-build team can help research required permits as part of a design agreement, the homeowner must review any deed restrictions, negative covenants, HOA guidelines, or city ordinances that may impact the project. These rules can vary widely and might not be immediately apparent to our team. To avoid unexpected issues, we recommend verifying all property-specific restrictions before finalizing your landscape design, ensuring a smooth and compliant installation process. **Categories:** Outdoor Living --- ### [Things to do Outside During Self Quarantine](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/things-to-do-outside-during-self-quarantine/) **Published:** April 6, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** A few quarantine-friendly things you can do outdoors while staying safe during Stay Home orders in St. Louis. **Content:** # Things to do Outside During Self Quarantine April 6, 2020 [Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/event/), [Landscape Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-maintenance/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/things-to-do-outside-quarantine/#respond) Catch some valuable Vitamin D outside during self quarantine with a few fun things you can do in your own backyard! ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/wine-bottle-and-glasses-on-purple-mat-1843647-1-1024x682.jpg) While St. Louis is under Stay Home orders, you can still safely escape outside with a quarantine-friendly activities that are productive, fun, and good for the environment. Check out our list of outdoor activities. Most are kid-friendly and easy to do on your own. **Things to do Outside During Self Quarantine** **Plant a Tree** – Trees can provide valuable shade, wind cover, and curb appeal to any yard. Our friends at Forest ReLeaf are now offering curbside pick-up of easy-to-plant native trees that you can order in advance, and pick up from their plant nursery near Creve Coeur Park. Just make sure the tree you select will be a good fit for the space you have available. **Remove Invasive Honeysuckle** – Many yards in St. Louis have some patches of thick, invasive Bush Honeysuckle. It’s a problematic pest plant that should be removed, ideally replaced with native plants. [Learn how to remove invasive honeysuckle here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/get-rid-invasive-honeysuckle/). You can start by removing small sections at a time, or go all out if you have the time to remove it all! **Create a Mini Butterfly Garden** – Everyone loves butterflies, and you can attract them to your own backyard just by planting a few native plants that they love! We highly recommend Butterfly Milkweed, Coneflowers, Yarrow and Coreopsis. These plants will grow well in most landscapes. Depending on your lawn space available for your butterfly garden, you’ll want to make sure the soil conditions are good for the native plants you are choosing. [You can see a full list of recommendations made by the Missouri Botanical Garden here](https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/visual-guides/native-plants-to-attract-butterflies.aspx). These plants can be ordered and picked up from our friends at **Garden Heights Nursery**, who are now providing curbside plant pick-up in Richmond Heights. If you’re looking for a larger garden design with a collection of plantings, our landscape design team could create a custom design and take care of the full planting and installation process or leave a few to the side for your family to plant together! **Grow your own Herbs** – You don’t have to have a green-thumb to appreciate freshly grown herbs, that are ultra-easy to grow with just a few tips! First, only grow what you’ll use. Think of what you buy most at the grocery store, and grow a small container garden of that! Easy growers are Basil, Mint, Rosemary, Oregano, Chives or Parsley. These can be grown in a pot by themselves, or mixed in with a few ornamental plants. We always recommend opting for larger pots. The extra space means they can hold more water and soil, which means less watering and maintenance for you! **Create a Relaxing Outdoor ‘Nook’** – Unwind outside by creating an inviting space to enjoy your morning coffee, a good book, or a nice glass of wine at the end of the day. Arrange an outdoor chair or hammock with useful accessories like a small side table, outdoor umbrella, pretty bistro lights, or candles. Add pops of color with pillows, rugs, or colorful garden containers with beautiful plants! It’s always amazing what a little organizing and rearranging can do for an outdoor space! **Paint, Stain, or Stencil Something** – Most backyards have a little room for creativity and color. Try applying a rich stain to your wood deck or fence, or paint something! Easily transform an old plant pot, statue, or plant stand with spray paint. For a less permanent project, use sidewalk chalk to create an outdoor mural on your [patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/), driveway or sidewalk. It can be a fun way to celebrate a holiday, birthday, or milestone while practicing self-distancing. **Have a ‘Campfire’ at Home** – You don’t need a [fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/) to enjoy a cozy campfire at home. Grab some firewood and safely construct a small fire to enjoy day or night outside with your family. If you don’t have a fire pit, you can create a temporary space by clearing a small patch of grass and surrounding it with stones, bricks, or boulders. You can also move some of your favorite activities outside. Enjoy a meal in your backyard, as a picnic or create a fun formal table setting. You can workout, do yoga, or a crossword puzzle outside. The possibilities are endless! Enjoy the fresh air, and we hope you stay safe this Spring. 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This year, we are encouraging homeowners to spend just a little bit of time setting up their own patio paradise right in their very own backyard. That way, you are just steps away from a patio you can enjoy this spring, summer, and fall. Take in a few set-up ideas below to be on your way to an elevated backyard oasis, without spending too much time or money on your patio makeover. **Best Patio Ideas for St. Louis Homes** - **Bring a fan outside.** It’s no secret that summer in St. Louis gets very hot and humid. You also have mosquitoes to deal with, which love to come out just as happy hour starts. A simple way to keep a cool breeze moving and pesky mozzies away is with a fan. You can go all out with a built-in fan or just bring a simple tabletop oscillating fan near your entertaining area. - **Shade.** Think about creative shade ideas for sunny spots. A simple patio umbrella can go along way to protect yourself from the sweltering summer sun. You can also use a large shade sail which can be found on websites like Wayfair for under $100. Sail shades are great because they shade over large areas without permanent installation so you can store over winter months. - **Patio Accessories.** [Fun patio accessories](https://www.wayfair.com/outdoor/cat/outdoor-c32334.html) like outdoor rugs, lanterns wall decor or curtains can go a long way to adding color, texture and style to your backyard patio. We recommend a few strategically placed citronella oil tiki torches or tabletop burners to continue to keep mosquitoes away from your patio party. If you have kids or lots of pools toys floating around you can keep things organized with an outdoor storage deck box. - **Fire it Up.** Even in summer, it’s nice to have a fire going. [Invest in a built-in outdoor fireplace or fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/) or you can always start with a portable fire pit or even a unique fire sculpture. Fires are great for keeping cozy on chilly nights or simply for ambiance in summer. - **Happy Hour Heaven.** Bring happy hour to your home with a little patio planning! A 3 piece bar set is all you need to create a happy hour vibe in your own backyard. Or, you can create a more relaxed lounge area with outdoor furniture and side tables or beverage trays. Then, add bistro lighting and a little music and you don’t even need to leave the house! - **Don’t Forget Beautiful Plants!** Just a few simple different sized containers filled with easy to care for plants can go a long way in making your patio feel inviting. The best plant choices will depend on the amount of sun vs. shade your patio receives. We like high impact plants like Elephant Ear, Hardy Hibiscus, or Lantanas. ![new patio st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/backyard-bench-blurred-background-1843647-300x200.jpg) We hope you feel inspired to spend a little bit of time getting your patio space ready. Those looking for more *dramatic* changes to their backyard may want to consult with our landscape design team for big changes like a [brand new patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/), new pergola installation, [new retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/retaining-wall-construction/), outdoor kitchen, water features, and more. One of our designers will meet with you to discuss your ideas and offer recommendations that will best match your lifestyle and needs. They are experts in [creating beautiful landscape designs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) that work for your yard and our natural environment. To get started with a larger landscape design/build project in St. Louis with our team, we always recommend you check to see if you are in our service area. We work in Creve Coeur, Clayton, Ladue, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Central West End, Chesterfield and more. However, we currently don’t have the bandwidth to take on new projects located in St. Charles, Wildwood, or Crestwood. Then, when you’re ready to begin you can [start by filling out our 5 Minute Landscape Design Survey here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHXpxABpBrOs-EMTOWtN31M5tQbX9NiqAcw5m79z26PHsI8w/viewform). This helps us understand important details about your yard and vision for your outdoor space ahead of your first design consultation. Thank you for reading and enjoy summer in St. Louis! 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However, this can become an advantage when it comes to outdoor living spaces. By the time many of us consider the backyard, we’ve already developed a strong sense of own unique décor personality. [![Home Garden With Patio Area And Fireplace](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Home-Garden-With-Patio-Area-An-68910433-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Home-Garden-With-Patio-Area-An-68910433-e1488465026858.jpg) Most home design styles can be classified as one or even a combination of the following: traditionalist, bohemian, modern, eclectic, rustic or industrial. Fortunately, there are backyard design plans to suit any taste, as well as any budget. Some design elements that might have particular appeal to different décor personalities include: **Traditionalist:** Think classic comfort. What is the primary purpose of a [patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/patio-construction/)? A place for sitting and relaxing. Attractive, sturdy pavers in tasteful patterns provide easy walking and an artistic base for entertaining nooks of tables, chairs, planters, and picnic tables. **[![outdoor living space firepit](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-firepit-300x170-1.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-firepit-1.jpg)Bohemian:** We love the idea of [adding a fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/). Fire pits are an easy way to create a cozy gathering space for family and friends. And everyone can appreciate freedom from bugs; wood fires can help keep mosquitoes and other outdoor pests away. **Modernist:** Try adding multiple levels. Homeowners hoping for a modern look can consider a range of options for [walkways and pavers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/walkway-paving/) that might include steps and gradual slopes to wind through a terraced garden. **Eclectic:** Water features are so fun! Homeowners can show off their eclectic backyard style with a fountain, fish pond, bird bath, or other water feature that makes a splash. **Rustic:** Who doesn’t enjoy eating out? Cooking outdoors can reach a new level, as [built-in outdoor kitchens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-kitchen-grill-islands/) allow guests to help with meal prep or simply chat with the host/chef while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. **[![Backyard Pool House](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Backyard-Pool-House-2781529-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-Backyard-Pool-House-2781529.jpg)Industrial:** [Unique lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/) is a great way to make a statement and set the mood in an outdoor setting. Some ways to get creative with light include not only hardscape lighting and illuminated planters, but cool elements such as lighting fixtures that highlight outdoor artwork or sculptures for a more urban, industrial vibe. Quiet Village Landscaping was established in 2001, and uses creative design ideas to help homeowners maximize their outdoor living spaces. 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These are the hottest trends in hardscapes - the non-living elements of your landscape - seen in new designs, material selections, and in-demand outdoor amenities, to inspire your landscaping renovation project.  **Content:** # Hardscape Design Trends to Inspire Your Landscape Renovation February 15, 2023 [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/hardscape-design-trends-inspire-landscape-renovation/#respond) Looking for creative inspiration for your outdoor space? These are the hottest trends in hardscapes – the non-living elements of your landscape – seen in new designs, material selections, and in-demand outdoor amenities, to inspire your landscaping renovation project. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor-Fire-Bowl-installed-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-modern-fire-feature-1024x866.jpg) **Play with Fire** Fire features are becoming essential in landscape planning. [Modern fire bowls](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/modern-patio-fire-pit-outdoor-grill-island-design-build-town-country-mo/) and fire tables are trending to serve as c[ozy gathering places](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-firepits-fireplaces/), especially for evenings. Natural gas makes igniting the spark easy, and wood can be burned in a rustic fire ring or free-standing outdoor fireplace. Seating can take the shape of a terraced retaining wall, natural boulders, or surrounding all-weather chairs. **Polished Pewter** “Gray is trending in a big way, with ivory, black, and sand tones being featured in modern landscape designs” says Tom Johnson, Senior Landscape Designer at Quiet Village Landscaping. Monochrome mixed with contrasting color statements are also popular in hardscaping materials, bringing a [resort-like quality](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/) to new outdoor living spaces. **Permeable Materials** ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/Modern-Permeable-Paver-Patio-Installation-768x1024.jpg) Drainage issues have come to light for many homeowners affected by the historic flash-flooding we experienced last summer in July, when St. Louis received its heaviest recorded rainfall in over a century. A landscape renovation should always take [stormwater drainage](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/drainage-solutions/) into account. Permeable pavers, gravel, wood chip / cedar chip, and stone can be used instead of concrete to allow for improved drainage. Trees, shrubs, and native grasses can also work wonders to soak up water. **Large Format Pavers** While bricks and pavers several years ago tended to be smaller in size, larger pavers have become increasingly popular. Bigger pavers have fewer jointing lines to break up the surface, making your patio or walkway appear more expansive. Contrasting colors, textures, graphic patterns and mosaics can be used to create separation and define spaces. Not only are large pavers in style, they also require less labor to install. That could save you money for your next patio, driveway paving, or walkway project. Already have bricks? Historical clay bricks can be used in borders or in accent patterns for a unique *Brick City style* that repurposes materials. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-kitchen-installed-by-Quiet-Village-Landscaping-construction-crews-in-St_-Louis-1024x1021.jpg) **Island Time** Current outdoor kitchen trends have seen the experience go upscale. Convenient amenities make cooking outside more enjoyable, and every kitchen needs an [island with countertops](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/outdoor-kitchen-grill-islands/) to serve as a place for all of the magic to happen. A daytime snack bar turns into a happy hour hotspot at night. Some favorites: - Refrigerator and ice-maker - Warming drawers - Built-in countertop side burners - Faucet and sink - Outdoor pizza oven - Ceramic grill / Charcoal smoker - Herb garden close to the food prep area **Eco-Appeal** Sustainability and resourcefulness is also becoming more popular, with an increased concern for environmental impact and requests for native plants. Homeowners are also seeking to remove invasive species, particularly aggressive ones. Bush honeysuckle, Callery pear trees, Wintercreeper euonymus, Japanese honeysuckle, and Bamboo are all recommended for removal by the MO Department of Conservation, with municipalities like Olivette adding these to their “No Plant” lists. [Belgard](https://www.belgard.com/), Techo-Bloc, and Unilock all make high-quality hardscaping materials, and [Primo Ceramic Grills](https://www.primogrill.com/) make an excellent choice for a locally crafted charcoal grill. Some new hardscape projects may require permitting, and it’s best to check your municipality’s website for information, or partner with an authorized professional. Quiet Village provides consultations on hardscape projects in St. Louis, Chesterfield, St. Louis County and St. Louis City. Looking to modernize your outdoor spaces? [Get it touch with us](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/online-estimate)! **Categories:** Outdoor Living --- ### [Resort-Inspired Pool Paradise in Webster Groves, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/resort-inspired-pool-paradise-in-webster-groves-mo/) **Published:** June 14, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Having a pool is nice, but what takes a backyard pool from ordinary to amazing? Inviting lounge areas, twinkling lights, serene privacy make up a thoughtful landscape design for a family in Webster Groves, MO. See how we worked with their wish-list to make their backyard feel like a vacation spot.  **Content:** # A Resort-Inspired Pool Paradise in Webster Groves, MO June 14, 2021 [Eco-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/eco-friendly/), [Hardscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/hardscaping/), [Landscape Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/landscape-design/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/#respond) Having a pool *is* *nice*, but what takes a backyard pool from simple to simply divine? Inviting lounge areas, twinkling lights, serene privacy make up a thoughtful landscape design for a family in Webster Groves, MO. See how we worked with their wish-list to make the backyard feel like the ultimate vacation spot. No passport required… # **A Resort-Inspired Pool Paradise in Webster Groves, MO** With a handful of landscape design upgrades, this backyard became a daily oasis designed for functional fun for an outdoors-loving family in Webster Groves, MO. ![landscaping in Webster Groves, MO](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pool-privacy-plants-in-Webster-Groves-MO-1024x608.jpg) First on the list was a retaining wall and privacy plantings along the poolside, to add more functional space along the side of the already existing pool deck and slope. With the new retaining wall in place, we were free to begin planting Emerald Green Arborvitae Evergreens and native grasses along the pool’s edge to act as a natural privacy screen. In the photo below, you can see how this provides a “living wall” for sunbathing, swimming, and relaxing outside. The pool lounge chairs now face towards a linear “forest” of greenspace instead of a standard fence or the neighbors yard. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/retaining-wall-and-plantings-st-louis-e1623697170255-683x1024.jpg) Gravel makes this pool edge space low maintenance with no need for mowing. This keeps the pool area tidier with less natural debris falling into the pool – meaning less pool skimming and more relaxation time! To continue the aesthetic of no-fuss natural beauty, we lined the winding [outdoor pathway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/path-walkways/) leading to the backyard with easy-to-care for shrubs and ornamental grasses. ![outdoor lighting system and landscaping installed in Webster Groves, MO by Quiet Village Landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_4513-1024x683.jpg) A [new outdoor lighting system](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/outdoor-lighting/) we installed this spring illuminates the way for family, friends and pets! To complete the outdoor living space ahead of a summer of fun, we added an outdoor sound system that can be easily accessed from any smartphone device. The whole family can easily download the app and control the music and volume with just a few taps. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/outdoor-sound-system-and-outdoor-lighting-installed-in-St_-Louis-683x1024.jpg) The homeowners brought their own sense of resort-inspired style to the pool lounge area, selecting colorful throw pillows and stylish outdoor furniture to turn a standard poolside into an at-home resort. Potted plants add even more color and eye-candy for pool visitors. If you look closely, you’ll spot a new garden bed strategically placed to hide pool utilities. ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_4542-1024x683.jpg) The landscape design now complements the surrounding large, well established trees. The outdoor space now feels like an extension of the home as an invitation place to relax, unwind or entertain. It’s hard to imagine that less than a year ago the surrounding pool space was totally bare and in need of some serious TLC (“before” photo below). ![](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/before-landscaping-1024x768.jpg) Landscape design is a custom process because every home and yard is unique. Low-maintenance [designs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) are trending that feature materials, plants, and layouts that are easy to take care of and require less maintenance. Homeowners are moving away from formal gardens and are instead embracing a more [natural, native-focused](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design) landscape design style. [Find more outdoor inspiration here](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-gallery). To consult with a landscape designer in St. Louis, start by filling out this form to get in touch with the ‘Oasis All-Stars’ at Quiet Village! **Related Post:** [See how we refreshed a Mid-Century Modern Patio for a stunning property in Olivette, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/mid-century-modern-techobloc-permeable-paver-patio-landscape-design-build-olivette-mo/) [](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/&t=A+Resort-Inspired+Pool+Paradise+in+Webster+Groves%2C+MO&src=sp "Share in Facebook") [](http://vkontakte.ru/share.php?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/ "Share in VK") [](https://connect.ok.ru/offer?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/&title=A+Resort-Inspired+Pool+Paradise+in+Webster+Groves%2C+MO "Share in OK") [](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/ "Share in Google+") [](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/pool-area-renovation-webster-groves-mo/&text=A+Resort-Inspired+Pool+Paradise+in+Webster+Groves%2C+MO "Share in Twitter") Tags: [landscape design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/landscape-design-2/), [paver patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/paver-patio/), [pool design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/pool-design/), [poolscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/poolscape/), [retaining wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/tag/retaining-wall/) **Categories:** Outdoor Living **Tags:** landscape design,paver patio,pool design,poolscape,retaining wall --- ### [How to Make Your Backyard More Dog-Friendly](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/how-to-make-your-backyard-more-dog-friendly/) **Published:** July 7, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Easily add some dog-friendly elements to your backyard, with some of our pooch approved outdoor ideas! **Content:** # How to Make Your Backyard More Dog-Friendly July 7, 2017 [Newsletter](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/newsletter/), [Outdoor Living](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/outdoor-living/), [Uncategorized](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/category/uncategorized/) [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/st-louis-backyard-dog-friendly/#respond) Summer in St. Louis is in full swing, and many pet owners are getting a glimpse of some of the problems that can be caused by our four-legged friends being active in the backyard – digging, jumping, running (in the same spots!), and yes, even pooping can take their toll on [yard areas with grass](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/lawn-mowing-trimming/). Plus, it’s really impor[![best outdoor dog st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-67660-300x169.jpeg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-67660.jpeg)tant for any pet with high exercise needs to have a dog-friendly backyard. When pets spend time outdoors, they receive mental stimulation which helps prevent common behavior problems with pets too. Luckily for all St. Louis-area homeowners with pet pals, there are many ways you can easily create a low-maintenance, dog-friendly backyard! Here are a few of our favorite ideas to try at your own home (or dog-friendly office!). **Doggy Pool** [![dog pool st louis](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-141825002-300x200.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/bigstock-141825002.jpg)Adding a small-sized water feature created especially with your pooch in mind can be a great source of entertainment for your dog. There are lots of versatile ways of adding this feature to your outdoor living space, depending on your space and budget. You can get a cheap play pool or go one step further by digging out a [small pool](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/hardscape-design/poolscape/) or pond for your furry friend to enjoy all summer long! Just be sure your new water feature has safe walk-in access areas. **Puppy Porthole** Does your dog enjoy people-watching? Is he always gazing out of the window, watching the world go by? Indulge his curious habit by installing a viewing porthole in your fence! All you need to do is insert a panel or Plexiglas bubble. This new view of the world can help to prevent anxious behaviors of your four-legged friend, like destructive digging. **DIY Dog House ![dog st louis backyard](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/dog-cavalier-king-charles-spaniel-funny-pet-162167-300x216.jpeg)** If your favorite pet loves the great outdoors, why not build a dog house to give your pet a place to call his own? [This website has some amazing (and free!) Dog House Plan available here](https://www.thebalance.com/free-dog-house-plans-1357119). Our design team is really into creating your own dog house for your pooch – and matching the style and paint color to your own home! **Savvy Sandbox** A newly installed doggy sandbox will surely get your dog’s tail wagging! Best of all your sandbox can serve two purposes – a doggy digging heaven or a poop-time patch. This newly designated area for your dog will not only help to protect your [well maintained lawn](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-maintenance/grounds-maintenance/), but also dog a special place for potty business, meaning you and your family can walk around safely in your yard. Quiet Village Landscaping has a pet friendly office, and if you’re stopping by for a design appointment, you just might be greeted by a friendly pooch when you arrive! Looking for more ideas on incorporating dog-friendly design into your landscape? Give us a call at (314) 657-7050 to discuss a few of our fun ideas, that can be tailored to your own home. 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However, planning out your project with an expert landscape designer can save you a lot of cost, energy, and headache. ### **Why Go to a Pro:** #### ****1**.** As experienced specialists, we produce quality work.**** - Consider us your partners—we want to work with you to bring to life the St. Louis landscape of your dreams. Along the way, we ensure that the design is green, functional, and sustainable. We don’t just disappear when the initial work is finished. You can come to us with questions or troubleshooting issues. We provide warranties and we stand behind our work. - We carefully listen to what you want from your landscape—thus your design is one-of-a-kind. And, because we offer a larger selection than local home improvement and garden stores, the materials chosen are specific to your taste. - We want your area to look stunning and healthy long-term. That’s why Quiet Village takes the extra step to hand-pick choice plants from local nurseries. #### **2. We help you avoid frustration and setbacks by planning ahead.** - One of our experienced landscape designers will [work alongside you](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design/ "Your Custom Design Experience") to think through both appearance and practical functionality of your location. How do you want to use the space? Are you seeking a place of privacy and solitude, or are you looking to entertain guests? How will traffic flow? - Together we can map out a workflow, determining where to start. We can tackle the whole project at once, or break it up into phases. - We recommend plants and materials ideal for making your space beautiful and sustainable so you can enjoy it for years to come. We let you know up front what kind of maintenance your plant selections will require so you know what’s involved in keeping your St. Louis space looking gorgeous year-round. #### **3. We offer solutions that are friendly to the environment.** - When our design pros create a landscape design and consider the installation process, being kind to the environment is an intricate part of how we think. There are so many ways to be green. Native plants require less fertilizer and pesticides, so that cuts down on the amount of manufactured chemicals in your lawn. [Rain gardens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/rain-garden/ "Brand-New Rain Garden") provide an alternative to drainage systems and prevent pollution from running downstream. Green disposal, such as turning pruned tree branches to mulch, makes a difference in reducing landfills. - You can help the environment by choosing recycled materials for your project. Or talk to us about repurposing any concrete, brick, or other materials that you already have on hand. Follow the link to find out more about how Quiet Village incorporates [sustainability and being green](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/go-green/ "Go Green") in our landscape design. #### Call us today to find out more how we can make your ideal yard, landscape, or hardscape a reality. We can’t wait to get started! 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[The ](https://www.weather.gov/lsx/monthTab)[National Weather Service](https://www.weather.gov/lsx/monthTab) reports the monthly rainfall total at **5.36 inches,** surpassing the April average of **4.73.** With more rain in the forecast this weekend, the totals are only expected to climb. After the last storm, many homeowners found themselves with **soggy lawns, water in the basement, and a big headache.** If you’re tired of fighting water every spring, Quiet Village Landscaping has drainage solutions that are functional and aesthetically pleasing. Here’s how we can help you reclaim your yard *and* your peace of mind: # French Drain System When you think of **drainage**, your first thought is likely of **French drains**. French drain systems are gravel or a pipe buried underground to make space for water to fill in. **Sub-lawn French drains** are effective solutions for managing hydrostatic pressure, or the force of water pushing against your home’s foundation or hardscapes. These drains are covered with lawn, so the grass on top disguises them – *You won’t even know they’re there!* ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/DRAINAGE-1990-x-1800-px-1463-x-1097-px-1.png) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2155655500010107623.jpeg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/pic-2.png) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/568433367249590622.jpeg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/pic-1.png) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. # Swale The best way to solve drainage issues is to create positive flow away from the house and move water via a swale. A swale is a gentle low spot in your yard designed to direct water away using gravity. It’s able to be mowed, looks natural, and is highly effective. We often combine swales with sub-lawn French drains to dry out soggy areas without compromising aesthetics. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_0561-scaled.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/QVL-Rainscaping-Native-Plantings.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_0599-scaled.jpg) [ Click Here & Select "Drainage or Storm Water Mitigation" ](/contacts) ## Top 3 Rainscaping Options ## AKA: How to Keep Your Landscape Stunning, Stylish, and a Secret Stormwater Management System. **Rain Gardens & Bioretention Systems:** These eco-friendly designs absorb stormwater naturally, reducing runoff and pollution. **Dry Stream Beds & Decorative Rock Patterns:** These features not only direct water safely away from your home but also enhance the aesthetic appeal of your yard. **Rain Barrels:** These decorative systems capture and store rainwater from rooftops ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_1396-scaled.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20200612-WA0003.jpg) ## What Can You Do Today? 1. Schedule a consultation with our expert team to assess your property’s unique needs. 2\. Take advantage of sunny days to inspect your lawn and address any damage caused by recent storms. 3\. Invest in drainage systems now to avoid future flooding risks. [ Book Now - Don't Wait Until It's Too Late! ](/contacts) *Follow Us on Social Media for More Inspiration!* Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Pinterest **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage --- ### [Drainage Solutions in St. Louis: A Homeowner’s Guide to Protecting Your Property](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/drainage-solutions-st-louis-guide/) **Published:** March 24, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ### *Drainage Solutions in St. Louis: A Homeowner’s Guide to Protecting Your Property* If you’ve ever stepped into your yard after a heavy St. Louis rain and found standing water, mud, or worse—water creeping toward your home—you’re not alone. Drainage issues are one of the most common (and most overlooked) threats to your property. And the longer they go unaddressed, the more damage they can cause—to your landscape, your foundation, and your peace of mind. This guide will help you: - Understand how drainage works - Identify early warning signs - Assess your own property - Explore solutions that actually work in St. Louis conditions ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img2.jpg)### *What Is Drainage—and Why Does It Matter?* Drainage is how water moves across and away from your property. When it’s working properly, you don’t think about it. When it’s not, you start to see: - Standing water in your yard - Muddy areas tracked into your home - Dying grass and plant material - Mosquito buildup - Water entering your basement or foundation In St. Louis, where clay soil slows absorption and storms can be intense, proper drainage is essential.  ### **Warning Signs Your Yard Has a Drainage Problem** Take a walk around your property after it rains—here’s what you should be looking for: Standing water that lingers more than 24 hours after rain Soft, muddy spots that never seem to dry out Water pooling near your foundation Downspouts dumping water directly next to your home Erosion or washed-out areas in your landscape Mulch or dirt moving into walkways or patios Grass struggling or dying in certain areas ### **A Simple Drainage Assessment You Can Do Yourself** Before jumping into solutions, it helps to understand how your property is behaving. 1. **Where is the water coming from?** Roof runoff (gutters and downspouts) Neighboring properties Natural slope of your yard Heavy rainfall accumulation 2\. **Where is the water going?** Water should always move away from your home in every direction. If it’s pooling, sitting, or moving toward your house—that’s where problems begin. 3\. **Check the Grade and Identify Low Spots** Look for areas where water naturally settles. These spots aren’t always a problem—but they should be intentional, managed, and properly connected to a drainage solution so water can continue moving in the right direction. ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img31.jpg)### *Drainage Solutions for Every Landscape and Preference* Every property is different—and so is the way it handles water. Whether your priority is subtle, natural drainage or something more structured and elegant, the goal is always the same: to guide water intentionally and protect your property. Here are some of the most successful drainage solutions we’ve implemented for clients across St. Louis: 1. **Swales (Natural Drainage Channels)** A gentle dip in your lawn that collects and redirects water. Best for moving water across larger areas and creating natural flow without visible structures. They’re often paired with berms or other drainage solutions to create a complete system that directs water exactly where it needs to go. ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img4.jpg)2\. **French Drains** A below-ground system that captures and redirects water using pipe and gravel. Best for persistent wet areas and water near foundations. Once installed, they’re virtually invisible—the grass is restored over the top, so your landscape looks the same while functioning much better beneath the surface. ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img51.jpg)3\. **Dry Creek Beds** A decorative drainage feature that mimics a natural stream, using stone and grading to guide water through your landscape. They move water effectively and add visual interest to your landscape ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img6.jpg)4\. **Rain Gardens** Planted areas designed to absorb and filter excess water using deep-rooted plants and amended soil. A great option for eco-conscious drainage and managing runoff naturally ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img71.jpg)5\. **Rain Barrels** A simple system that captures and stores rainwater from your downspouts for later use. Best for reusing water for plantings and sustainably managing drainage concerns. Rain barrels help slow down and control the flow of water leaving your roof, preventing it from immediately pooling near your foundation or overwhelming certain areas of your yard. ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img81.jpg)### *What Most Homeowners Don’t See (But Should Know)* A common shortcut is using corrugated pipe, which: - Clogs easily - Collects debris in ridges - Often fails within 5–10 years A more effective approach uses smooth-walled piping, which: - Allows water to flow freely - Reduces buildup - Performs reliably long-term ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img9.jpg)### *What Sets a Thoughtful Drainage Plan Apart* Most drainage issues aren’t caused by a lack of solutions—they’re caused by how those solutions are planned and executed. At Quiet Village, we approach drainage as a system designed to protect your entire property. 1. **We Measure, Not Guess** We use digital smart leveling tools to precisely understand how water moves across your property. This allows us to: - Identify subtle grading issues - Ensure water flows in the right direction - Eliminate guesswork **We Build for Long-Term Performance** Because a system that fails in a few years isn’t a solution. We prioritize: - Smooth-walled piping - Proper installation methods - Long-term durability **We Protect Your Landscape While We Work** Drainage often happens around: - Plantings - Walkways - Finished outdoor spaces Our team works carefully to ensure your landscape is protected throughout the process. ### *Why Drainage Is Really About Protecting Your Investment* Drainage isn’t just about water—it’s about everything connected to it. When your property drains properly, you: - Protect your foundation - Preserve your landscape - Avoid costly repairs - Keep your yard usable and clean - Enjoy your outdoor space without stress Or simply put: ***You get peace of mind every time it rains.*** **Schedule a Drainage Consultation** If you’d like help understanding your drainage, our team can walk your landscape with you, identify problem areas, and create a plan tailored specifically to your home. [Schedule Your Drainage Consultation Here! ](/contact) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage --- ### [Yard Flooding After Heavy Rain in St. Louis? Here’s How to Fix It for Good](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/yard-flooding-after-heavy-rain-in-st-louis-heres-how-to-fix-it-for-good/) **Published:** May 5, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ## Why Your Yard Floods After Every Storm After a heavy rain in St. Louis, standing water, soggy grass, and runoff head straight toward your home. It’s not bad luck. It’s physics. With the region’s natural slopes and increasingly intense rain events, water moves quickly across properties. Too much rain, too fast, can overwhelm soil absorption and existing drainage systems. But what is drainage, really? Drainage is how water is controlled and directed across your property. It should help move water away from your home, your foundation, and your landscape. When it’s working properly, you don’t notice it. When it fails, you see it immediately. Common causes of lawn flooding: - Poor grading around the home - Clay-heavy soil that drains slowly - Short or improperly placed downspouts - Compacted lawn areas from foot traffic or equipment - No dedicated drainage system ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img2.jpg)## The Real Risk of Ignoring Drainage Problems A flooded yard is more than a muddy mess (it’s a warning sign). With repeated storms becoming more frequent in the St. Louis area, unmanaged rainwater can lead to: - Foundation damage - Basement leaks or flooding - Soil erosion and landscape loss - Mosquito breeding zones - Dead or diseased grass Most foundation problems start with one issue: water sitting where it shouldn’t be. Recent storms have already pushed local officials to warn residents about flood risks and preparedness.  ### **The Most Effective Drainage Solutions (Ranked)** #### 1. French Drains (Best Overall Solution) A French drain is the gold standard for managing excess water underground. **How it works:** - A PVC pipe is installed below grade - Surrounded by gravel to collect water - Redirects water away from your yard and foundation Best for: ✔ Persistent soggy areas ✔ Water pooling near foundations ✔ Sloped properties #### 2. Downspout Extensions & Burial Your gutters might be doing their job—but your downspouts could be the real problem. If water dumps right next to your foundation, you’re essentially recycling the issue. **Fix:** - Extend downspouts 10–20 feet away - Or bury them underground and redirect flow Best for: ✔ Foundation protection ✔ Preventing basement leaks #### 3. Dry Creek Beds (Functional + Beautiful) Think of this as drainage disguised as design. **A dry creek bed:** - Channels water naturally across your yard - Prevents erosion - Adds visual interest to your landscape Best for: ✔ Managing visible runoff paths ✔ Enhancing curb appeal #### 4. Lawn Regrading Sometimes the issue isn’t the water, it’s the direction it flows. Regrading reshapes your yard so water moves away from your home instead of toward it. **Key principle:** - Everything should slope away from your house. - That slope (called grade) determines where water goes every time it rains. Best for: ✔ New construction fixes ✔ Major drainage corrections ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img31.jpg)(Dry Creek Bed in St. Louis) ### Our Plan of Action (How We Solve It) At Quiet Village Landscaping, drainage isn’t a one-size-fits-all fix. *We treat it like a system.* **Here’s how we approach it:** - Evaluate water flow patterns after rain - Identify problem zones (pooling, runoff, erosion) - Design a system that works with your entire property and landscape - Install integrated solutions (not just a quick fix) **We start with two key questions:** 1. Where is the water coming from? 2. Where is it going, and where should it go instead? **From there, we build a solution using a combination of:** - Swales (natural low areas that guide water) - Berms (raised areas that redirect flow) - French drains and underground piping - Decorative solutions like dry creeks and rain gardens **What sets us apart:** ★ We use a Smart Level system to digitally measure grade and ensure water flows correctly ★ We install smooth-wall PVC pipe (not corrugated) because it lasts longer and won’t clog ★ We protect your existing landscape during installation (not tear through it) ![French drain installation in St. Louis yard protecting foundation from water buildup](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Drainage-Solutions-img71.jpg)### Self-Guided Drainage Check (What to Look For After Rain) Want to know if your property has a drainage problem? Walk your yard after a storm and look for: - Standing water that lasts more than 24 hours - Wet or muddy areas near entrances (tracking dirt into your home) - Water collecting near your foundation - Downspouts dumping water too close to the house - Erosion, exposed roots, or shifting mulch - Low spots where water naturally collects Also pay attention to how your yard is shaped: - Does the ground slope toward your house? - Are there natural dips (swales) guiding water or blocking it? - Are there high spots (berms) helping direct flow or trapping it? If water isn’t being guided intentionally, it will find its own path, and it’s usually not where you want it. ![Two white PVC pipes run side by side in a gravel-filled trench in a yard, awaiting cover with soil and grass nearby.](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-18-2026-11_01_03-AM.png "ChatGPT Image Apr 18, 2026, 11_01_03 AM | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## When to Act (Hint: Right Now) If your yard flooded after last night’s rain, don’t wait for the next storm. St. Louis is seeing more frequent heavy downpours, increasing the likelihood of repeat flooding events. The earlier you address drainage, the easier (and less expensive) it is to fix. ## Stop Fighting Water. Start Managing It. A well-designed drainage system protects your property and your investment: Your home. Your landscape. Your time. No more mud. No more pooling. No more stress every time it rains. ###### **Schedule a drainage evaluation today and let’s design a solution that actually works.** [ protect your property today ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Irrigation & Drainage --- ### [We Won The 'Best Landscaper Company' Award](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/we-won-the-best-landscaper-company-award/) **Published:** August 5, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** Huius, Lyco, oratione locuples, rebus ipsis ielunior. Qua tu etiam inprudens utebare non numquam. Sin te auctoritas commovebat, nobisne omnibus et Platoni ipsi nescio quem illum anteponebas? Te ipsum, dignissimum maioribus tuis, voluptasne induxit, ut adolescentulus eriperes P. Quid turpius quam sapientis vitam ex insipientium sermone pendere? Non igitur de improbo, sed de callido improbo quaerimus, qualis Q. Eorum enim est haec querela, qui sibi cari sunt seseque diligunt. Simus igitur contenti his. 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Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** Gardening, Plants --- ### [Why The Landscaper Is The Best For Business](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/why-the-landscaper-is-the-best-for-business/) **Published:** August 6, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** The Landscaper is a premium WordPress theme designed specifically for lawn, landscaping and gardening business. We’ve done extensive research so we know what your company needs. The theme is very easy to setup and use. Demo content is imported with a single click so you can immediately start editing your website. Huius, Lyco, oratione locuples, rebus ipsis ielunior. Qua tu etiam inprudens utebare non numquam. Sin te auctoritas commovebat, nobisne omnibus et Platoni ipsi nescio quem illum anteponebas? Te ipsum, dignissimum maioribus tuis, voluptasne induxit, ut adolescentulus eriperes P. Quid turpius quam sapientis vitam ex insipientium sermone pendere? 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Estne, quaeso, inquam, sitienti in bibendo voluptas? Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** QVL in the Community **Tags:** Gardening, Inspiration --- ### [What You Can Grow In Shady Spaces](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/what-you-can-grow-in-shady-spaces/) **Published:** July 31, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** All shade is not equal. Some shady conditions will yield much more produce than others will, while some areas are better left for hostas and moss. Gardeners should be familiar with the different types of shade, but should also keep in mind that measuring how much shade your garden gets isn’t always easy. Duo enim genera quae erant, fecit tria. Duo Reges: constructio interrete. Piso igitur hoc modo, vir optimus tuique, ut scis, amantissimus. Huius, Lyco, oratione locuples, rebus ipsis ielunior. Qua tu etiam inprudens utebare non numquam. Sin te auctoritas commovebat, nobisne omnibus et Platoni ipsi nescio quem illum anteponebas? Te ipsum, dignissimum maioribus tuis, voluptasne induxit, ut adolescentulus eriperes P. Quid turpius quam sapientis vitam ex insipientium sermone pendere? Non igitur de improbo, sed de callido improbo quaerimus, qualis Q. > Eorum enim est haec querela, qui sibi cari sunt seseque diligunt. Simus igitur contenti his. Invidiosum nomen est, infame, suspectum. Ostendit pedes et pectus. Negare non possum. Sed quid ages tandem, si utilitas ab amicitia, ut fit saepe, defecerit? Recte, inquit, intellegis. Ita multa dicunt, quae vix intellegam. Quod autem in homine praestantissimum atque optimum est, id deseruit. Dolor ergo, id est summum malum, metuetur semper, etiamsi non aderit; Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. Idemne potest esse dies saepius, qui semel fuit? Tu vero, inquam, ducas licet, si sequetur; Sed haec omittamus; Neutrum vero, inquit ille. Potius ergo illa dicantur: turpe esse, viri non esse debilitari dolore, frangi, succumbere. Tria genera bonorum; Neque enim disputari sine reprehensione nec cum iracundia aut pertinacia recte disputari potest. Nam illud vehementer repugnat, eundem beatum esse et multis malis oppressum. Estne, quaeso, inquam, sitienti in bibendo voluptas? Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** Garden Care **Tags:** Flowers, Plants --- ### [Ask Jennifer: Your Gardening Questions Answered](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/ask-jennifer-your-gardening-questions-answered/) **Published:** August 2, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** I would like to grow some “barometer plants” to use as an early warning system for my garden. What plants are first to respond to frost, first to bolt and first to wilt? Is this a waste of time? It’s not a waste of time, but I’m not sure you’d have to invest in any particular variety. I would use half-hardy annuals that are sensitive to frost, such as cosmos lobelia Huius, Lyco, oratione locuples, rebus ipsis ielunior. 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Potius ergo illa dicantur: turpe esse, viri non esse debilitari dolore, frangi, succumbere. Tria genera bonorum; Neque enim disputari sine reprehensione nec cum iracundia aut pertinacia recte disputari potest. Nam illud vehementer repugnat, eundem beatum esse et multis malis oppressum. Estne, quaeso, inquam, sitienti in bibendo voluptas? Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscaping **Tags:** Landscaping --- ### [Landscape Design St Louis: Outdoor Ideas That Add Beauty and Functionality](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscape-design-st-louis-backyard-ideas/) **Published:** May 26, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Landscape-Design-img2-1.jpg)Your outdoor space should feel like an extension of your home rather than an afterthought. It should create opportunities to relax, entertain, and enjoy everyday life while improving the overall appearance of your property. A thoughtfully planned[ **landscape design St Louis**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/) project does far more than simply improve curb appeal. It transforms how homeowners experience their property and creates lasting value. Many homeowners invest heavily in interior renovations while overlooking one of the largest parts of their property—the outdoor space. However, landscaping often creates one of the strongest first impressions and delivers some of the highest returns on investment. From outdoor living spaces and custom patios to drainage improvements and elegant gardens, the right design creates beauty and practicality at the same time. At Quiet Village Landscaping, creating personalized outdoor spaces starts with understanding how homeowners use their properties and designing environments that support those needs. ## Why Professional Landscape Design St Louis Services Matter Many people assume landscaping simply involves adding plants, shrubs, and flowers around a home. While plant selection plays an important role, successful [**landscape design St Louis** ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/)projects involve strategic planning and long-term thinking. Professional landscape designers consider multiple factors before installation begins, including: - Property dimensions - Existing architecture - Elevation changes - Sun and shade exposure - Soil conditions - Water flow patterns - Lifestyle goals - Maintenance expectations Without planning, homeowners often encounter common landscaping issues such as overcrowded gardens, standing water, poor traffic flow, and expensive redesigns later. Professional design creates a complete strategy that helps avoid these problems before they occur. Benefits include: ✔ Enhanced curb appeal ✔ Increased home value ✔ Improved drainage performance ✔ Functional outdoor living areas ✔ Lower maintenance demands ✔ Better use of available space A professionally planned [**landscape design St Louis**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) project creates outdoor spaces that remain enjoyable and practical for years. ## Outdoor Living Continues Driving Landscape Design St Louis Trends Outdoor living spaces have become one of the fastest-growing priorities among homeowners. Backyards are no longer viewed as simple lawn areas. Instead, they have become extensions of indoor living environments. Popular outdoor additions include: - Outdoor kitchens - Fire pits - Covered patios - Pergolas - Seating areas - Entertainment spaces - Outdoor fireplaces - Dining areas These features create spaces where families can gather while increasing the overall functionality of the property. Many [**landscape design St Louis**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) projects now focus heavily on creating experiences rather than simply improving appearance. Outdoor living spaces often become the centerpiece of the entire landscape. ## Choosing the Right Plants Makes a Difference Plant selection directly impacts both aesthetics and maintenance requirements. Many homeowners choose plants based only on appearance, but successful **landscape design St Louis** strategies consider many additional factors. Professionals evaluate: - Soil compatibility - Water requirements - Growth habits - Mature plant size - Seasonal color changes - Sun exposure Missouri weather creates unique landscaping challenges due to seasonal temperature swings and variable moisture conditions. Landscapes frequently include: - Native plantings - Flowering shrubs - Shade trees - Ornamental grasses - Evergreens - Seasonal flowers - Perennials Native and climate-adapted plants often require less maintenance while thriving naturally within local conditions. A successful landscape should create visual interest throughout every season rather than peaking during only a few months of the year. ## Hardscape Features Add Structure and Functionality Hardscaping creates the framework that organizes outdoor environments. Without hardscape features, landscapes can often feel incomplete or difficult to navigate. Common hardscape additions include: - Paver patios - Walkways - Retaining walls - Decorative stone features - Garden borders - Water elements - Seating walls Hardscaping provides several important benefits. First, it creates durable spaces capable of handling frequent use. Second, it improves movement throughout the property. Third, it adds architectural structure that complements surrounding landscaping.Many homeowners are surprised by how dramatically hardscape installations improve both functionality and appearance within **landscape design St Louis** projects. ## Drainage Is Often the Most Important Design Feature One of the most overlooked aspects of landscaping involves proper drainage. Even the most beautiful landscape can quickly develop problems if water movement is ignored. Poor drainage often creates: - Standing water - Erosion - Dying plants - Mud accumulation - Foundation concerns - Landscape damage Professional **landscape design St Louis** planning frequently incorporates drainage solutions before aesthetic features are installed. Common drainage strategies include: - French drains - Dry creek systems - Catch basins - Water diversion systems - Regrading solutions Proper drainage protects landscaping investments and prevents costly repairs later. Many homeowners initially contact landscaping professionals for visual improvements but eventually discover drainage becomes one of the most valuable upgrades. ## Designing Around St. Louis Weather Conditions St. Louis weather conditions can create unique challenges for outdoor environments. Properties frequently experience: - Hot and humid summers - Heavy rainfall - Seasonal drought conditions - Winter freeze-thaw cycles - Dense clay soils These environmental factors directly affect landscape performance. Professional **landscape design St Louis** planning accounts for these conditions before installation begins. Ignoring environmental factors often leads to: - Plant failure - Soil erosion - Excessive maintenance - Water problems A successful landscape should continue functioning effectively regardless of changing seasonal conditions. Designing around local weather patterns creates stronger and healthier landscapes. ![landscape design St Louis custom patio installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Landscape-Design-img1.jpg)## Current Landscape Design St Louis Trends Homeowners Love Landscaping preferences continue evolving as homeowners seek practical and visually appealing outdoor spaces. ### **Low-Maintenance Landscaping** Busy schedules have increased demand for easier maintenance solutions. Popular low-maintenance features include: - Decorative stone beds - Automated irrigation systems - Drought-tolerant landscaping - Native vegetation - Mulched garden spaces These improvements reduce maintenance requirements while preserving appearance. ### **Sustainable Landscaping** Sustainable landscaping has become increasingly popular. Examples include: - Pollinator gardens - Native plants - Rain gardens - Water-efficient irrigation systems - Reduced chemical use These environmentally friendly solutions support long-term landscape performance. ### **Luxury Outdoor Retreats** Many homeowners now view backyards as private retreats. Popular upgrades include: - Custom lighting - Resort-style patios - Water features - Fireplaces - Entertainment areas Luxury features create spaces designed for relaxation and enjoyment. ## Why Homeowners Choose Quiet Village Landscaping Every property presents unique opportunities and challenges. Quiet Village Landscaping focuses on creating customized **landscape design St Louis** solutions built around: - Homeowner goals - Property characteristics - Lifestyle needs - Environmental conditions - Long-term usability Rather than using generic templates, every project receives personalized planning and professional attention. From consultation through installation and ongoing maintenance, homeowners receive support throughout every phase of the project. ## **Start Your Landscape Design St Louis Project Today** The right landscape design can completely change how you experience your home. Whether you want elegant gardens, functional outdoor living areas, drainage improvements, custom hardscaping, or a complete property transformation, investing in professional [**landscape design St Louis**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/inspiration-gallery/) services creates lasting value. Quiet Village Landscaping helps homeowners transform underused yards into personalized environments built for comfort, functionality, and beauty.If you’re ready to create an outdoor space that works for your lifestyle and enhances your property, [contact Quiet Village Landscaping today](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) and begin planning your next **landscape design St Louis** project. **Categories:** Landscape Design --- ### [Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore | St. Louis Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/project-for-habitat-for-humanity-restore-st-louis-landscaping/) **Published:** July 31, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore July 31, 2014Comments: 0 Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore **Content:** # July 31, 2014 [Comments: 0](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog/project-habitat-humanity-restore/img_2604-web/#respond)[![ReStore sign, rock and flower landscaping](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2604-web-300x199.jpg)](https://24384126.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24384126/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2604-web-1.jpg) Project for Habitat for Humanity ReStore **Categories:** QVL in the Community --- ### [St. Louis Lawn Fertilization: 7-Step Program & Timing Guide](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/st-louis-lawn-fertilization-7-step-program-timing-guide/) **Published:** July 1, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Learn when and why to fertilize your St. Louis lawn with Quiet Village's 7-step program, from early spring pre-emergent to fall winterizer. **Content:** ## **The Complete Guide to Lawn Fertilization Timing in St. Louis** ### ***(7-Step Program)*** If you want a soft, green lawn in St. Louis, lawn care timing matters just as much as the product you use. Our soil, weather, and weed pressure change a lot throughout the year, and your lawn needs different nutrients at different times to stay healthy. That’s why Quiet Village Landscaping runs a 7-step lawn care program built around the St. Louis growing season. Here’s a breakdown of each step, what it does, and why we apply it when we do. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_9621-3000x2000.jpeg "IMG_9621 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## **Step 1: Pre-Emergent Fertilizer (February through March)** The year starts with a nitrogen-rich 13-0-0 fertilizer blend paired with a weed barrier. Those three numbers stand for the percentage of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the blend, in that order. A 13-0-0 mix is high in nitrogen and free of phosphorus and potassium, which is exactly what your lawn needs this early in the season to green up and grow strong roots. This step also suppresses weeds before they ever break through the soil, especially crabgrass, which is one of the toughest weeds to control once it’s up and growing. Late winter and early spring are the right windows for this because crabgrass seeds germinate as soil temperatures warm. Getting ahead of it now means less weed pressure all season long. ## **Step 2: Secondary Pre-Emergent & Weed Spray (March through May)** As spring kicks in, we apply a coated 14-0-0 fertilizer blend along with both pre and post-emergent crabgrass control, plus a blanket weed spray for anything already growing. Like Step 1, this blend is still 0-0 on phosphorus and potassium because most St. Louis lawns already have enough of both in the soil at this point in the season. Nitrogen is what drives color and growth, so that’s where the focus stays. St. Louis springs can be unpredictable, with stretches of warm and cool weather. This second round of pre-emergent reinforces the barrier from Step 1, while the blanket spray knocks out early weeds before they spread and take root. ## **Step 3: Nitrogen Boost & Insect Control (May through June)** By late spring, lawns need a nitrogen push to keep up with active growth. We apply a 12-0-0 fertilizer blend along with grub control and spot treatments for nutsedge and other broadleaf weeds. This is also when grubs become a threat to St. Louis lawns. Grubs are the larvae of beetles, and they feed on grass roots from below, which can cause patches of your lawn to die off before you even know what’s happening. May and June are the key window because this is when grub eggs hatch and the young larvae are most vulnerable to treatment, before they grow larger and do more damage. Nutsedge gets spot treated rather than blanket sprayed because it’s a different plant type than typical broadleaf weeds, and it needs a specific herbicide to control it effectively. Catching it early keeps it from spreading further across the lawn. ## **Step 4: Fertilizer & Weed Spray for Summer Heat (June through August)** Summer in St. Louis is hot and humid, which is exactly the kind of weather nutsedge loves. Step 4 uses a 15-3-7 fertilizer blend to keep grass lush through the heat, along with a blanket weed spray and spot treatment for nutsedge. This blend brings phosphorus and potassium back into the mix, unlike the earlier steps. Potassium especially plays a big role here, since it helps grass handle heat and drought stress and keeps roots resilient during the toughest months of the year. Phosphorus supports root development too, which matters when summer heat is putting extra strain on the lawn. The blanket weed spray is timed for early summer, since this is when broadleaf weeds like clover and dandelion are actively growing and easiest to control. Waiting too long means they’ve had more time to spread and get established. Nutsedge isn’t actually a grass, so regular weed killers don’t touch it. It’s a wetland sedge that thrives in the heat and humidity St. Louis summers bring, often showing up in low or poorly drained spots in the yard. Spot spraying now, while it’s actively growing, keeps it from spreading and taking over your lawn before it can set seed and multiply for next year. Heat and humidity also create the perfect conditions for lawn fungus, like brown patch and dollar spot, especially during stretches of high humidity or after heavy rain. We keep an eye out for early signs of fungus during this step and spot treat as needed, so it doesn’t get the chance to spread and leave lasting damage on your lawn. ## **Step 5: Nitrogen Boost & Starter Fertilizer (August through October)** As temperatures start to drop, we apply another round of 15-3-7 fertilizer along with starter fertilizer and spot treatments for weeds and nutsedge. This step helps your lawn recover from summer stress and prepares it for fall growth. After months of heat, humidity, and drought stress, lawns are often worn down by late summer. This round of 15-3-7 fertilizer gives grass the nitrogen it needs to bounce back, while the phosphorus and potassium continue supporting root strength and overall plant health heading into fall. Starter fertilizer is included specifically to support any thin or bare spots in the lawn. It’s higher in phosphorus, which helps new grass develop strong root systems as it fills in, making this an ideal time for the lawn to thicken back up before winter. Cooler fall temperatures also mean grass shifts its energy from blade growth back to the roots, so feeding it well now sets the stage for a healthier, more resilient lawn next spring. Spot treatments for weeds and nutsedge continue during this step as well, since both can still be actively growing into early fall before cooler weather finally slows them down. ## **Step 6: Aeration & Overseeding (August through October)** This is one of the most important steps of the year. Aeration relieves soil compaction so air, water, and nutrients can actually reach the roots. Overseeding fills in thin or bare spots with new grass seed. Over time, soil naturally becomes compacted from foot traffic, mowing, rain, and everyday use. When soil is compacted, roots struggle to grow deep, and water and nutrients have a hard time getting where they need to go. Aeration uses a machine to pull small plugs of soil out of the lawn, opening up pathways for air, water, and fertilizer to actually reach the root zone instead of just sitting on the surface or running off. Right after aeration is also the best time to overseed, since those newly opened holes give grass seed direct contact with soil, which dramatically improves germination compared to seed dropped on top of a dense, compacted lawn. Fall is the best time for aeration and overseeding because cooler temperatures take the stress off new grass while it’s establishing. Summer heat makes it hard for new seedlings to survive, but cooler air and soil in late summer through early fall let new grass take root and grow strong without that added pressure, giving it time to get established before winter. ## **Step 7: Winterizer Fertilizer (October through November)** The final treatment of the year uses a slow-release 28-0-3 fertilizer blend along with a spot weed spray. This step builds up the root system and nutrient reserves your lawn needs to survive winter dormancy and come back strong in spring. The 28-0-3 blend is high in nitrogen with a boost of potassium, and no phosphorus. At this point in the season, the focus shifts away from growth and toward storage. Nitrogen feeds the grass one last time before it goes dormant, helping it build up the energy reserves it will draw on through winter. Potassium strengthens cell walls and helps grass handle the stress of freezing temperatures, making it more resilient against cold damage. The slow-release formula is intentional here. A fast-release fertilizer applied this late could push the lawn into new growth right before winter, which would leave it vulnerable to frost damage. Slow-release means the nutrients become available gradually, feeding the roots over time rather than triggering a growth spurt the lawn can’t sustain heading into dormancy. Spot weed spray is included because weeds like dandelion and clover are still actively storing nutrients in their roots in the fall, making them especially responsive to treatment this time of year. Hitting them now weakens their root systems before winter, which means fewer weeds competing with your grass when spring arrives. ## **Why Timing Matters for St. Louis Lawns** St. Louis sits in a transition zone between northern cool-season grasses and southern warm-season grasses, which means local lawns face a wider range of stress throughout the year than most. Cool, wet springs give way to hot and humid summers, followed by falls that can swing between warm and freezing almost overnight. That range is exactly why a program built around St. Louis’s actual growing calendar makes a difference. Each step in this program is timed to work with the season, not against it. Miss a window and you’re not just skipping a treatment, you’re leaving your lawn more vulnerable to whatever comes next. That’s the difference between reacting to problems and staying ahead of them. ## **Ready for a Lawn That Looks Great Year-Round?** Quiet Village Landscaping has been caring for St. Louis lawns since 2001. If you’re tired of guessing when to fertilize, when to spray, or why bare spots keep coming back, we’ll get you set up on a program built specifically for our local climate and growing conditions. Reach out today to get started. [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Get Your Yard Party-Ready: Outdoor Cleanup & Seasonal Flowers Before an Event](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/get-your-yard-party-ready-cleanup-seasonal-flowers/) **Published:** May 27, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Hosting a graduation party or 4th of July cookout? Professional yard cleanup and seasonal flower displays get your outdoor space event-ready. Book now — schedules fill fast. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7493-1-3000x2000.jpg "IMG_7493 1 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Is Your Outdoor Space Ready to Host? ##### How to Get Your St. Louis Yard Party-Ready for Graduation Season, the 4th of July, and Every Summer Celebration in Between You’ve ordered the cake. You’ve sent the invitations. The cooler is stocked and the playlist is ready. But when guests pull up and step into the backyard for the first time, what are they going to see? A yard that looks sharp and celebration-worthy is one of the highest-impact things you can do before any outdoor event, and it’s one of the easiest things to hand off. A professional yard cleanup and a fresh set of seasonal flower displays can completely transform your outdoor space in a day or two. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we help homeowners across Ladue, Kirkwood, Clayton, Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, Webster Groves, University City, and the Central West End get their outdoor spaces event-ready every spring and summer. **The catch? Schedules fill up fast this time of year. Here’s what you need to know:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7579-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7579 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### The St. Louis Summer Events That Deserve a Beautiful Yard ##### These are the moments people remember. The photos get framed. The backyard becomes the backdrop. **Graduation Parties (May, June & July).** Graduation season hits hard in St. Louis – from Ladue and Kirkwood High to Webster, Wash U, and SLU, celebrations are happening in backyards all over the area. A cleaned-up yard, fresh mulch in the beds, and seasonal flower pots in your school’s colors makes the whole space feel intentional – not just “the backyard.” **Fourth of July Cookouts.** Red, white, and blue flower containers. A clean lawn for guests to spread out on. Crisp bed edges that make everything pop. Whether you’re hosting in Chesterfield, Clayton, or the Central West End, your 4th of July party deserves more than a half-maintained yard. **Birthdays, Reunions, and Block Parties.** Any time you’re hosting outdoors in St. Louis, the landscape sets the tone before a single guest says a word. *Make that first impression count.* ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_4807-1-3000x2000.jpg "IMG_4807 (1) | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Two Services That Do the Heavy Lifting You don’t need a full landscape renovation to make your outdoor space look incredible before an event. Two services cover most of what St. Louis homeowners actually need: **Spring Yard Cleanup** A professional spring cleanup goes property line to property line – not just a quick mow and rake. At Quiet Village Landscaping, a thorough cleanup includes: - Removal of leaves, sticks, and winter debris from lawn, beds, and hardscapes - Pruning and maintenance cuts on all shrubs and perennials - Hand weeding of all landscape beds - Lawn edging along walkways, driveways, and bed borders - Fresh mulch installation (typically 2–3 inches) for a clean, finished look - Blowing off patios and hardscapes A spring cleanup is the fastest way to make a St. Louis yard look dramatically better. It removes the visual noise of winter and gives every plant and bed a clean slate (the professional equivalent of a deep house clean before company arrives). **Seasonal Flower Displays** Annuals, or flowers that bloom for one full season, are the secret weapon of event-ready outdoor spaces in St. Louis. They deliver intense, uninterrupted color from installation through fall, and they handle Missouri’s summer heat beautifully. - Can be planted in-ground or arranged in containers and pots - Colors can be themed to match your event (school colors, red/white/blue for the 4th of July, etc.) - Can be placed near entrances, patios, and gathering areas for maximum impact Think of seasonal containers as event decor that also happens to be alive. A set of well-chosen pots flanking your back door changes the entire feel of a party space. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_1204-1-2000x3000.jpg "IMG_1204 (1) | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Why Booking Early Matters for St. Louis Homeowners Spring and early summer are the busiest seasons in the St. Louis landscaping calendar. By mid-May, most quality crews are booking 2–3 weeks out. Here’s how the timing typically works: **Graduation party cleanup:** For a June graduation party in Kirkwood, Ladue, or Clayton, book your spring cleanup and flower displays no later than mid-May. This gives the crew time to schedule, and gives newly installed plants time to settle before party day. **4th of July outdoor prep:** Book by early-June for 4th of July work. Red, white, and blue annuals planted in late June will be full and vibrant by Independence Day, but only if you’re on the schedule. This is one of the most requested windows of the season across Creve Coeur, Olivette, and Chesterfield. **General summer party:** As a rule of thumb, book at least 3 weeks before your event. For cleanup plus new plant installation together, 4 weeks gives the best results. ###### And honestly? The earlier the better. At Quiet Village Landscaping we build our schedule out months in advance, so if you’re already thinking ahead to fall plantings, Halloween, Thanksgiving, or Christmas displays, we can get you on the books for all of it. Some of our most organized clients book a year or more out. **There’s no such thing as too early.** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7596-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7596 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### What “Party-Ready” Actually Looks Like There’s a big difference between a yard that’s “not embarrassing” and a yard that makes guests say something when they walk in. **Before a spring cleanup:** Matted leaves under shrubs. Faded, thin mulch. Soft edges overgrown into the lawn. Weeds pushing through. Plants leggy and unpruned after winter. The patio still holding a season’s worth of debris. **After a Quiet Village spring cleanup and fresh flower displays:** Clean, defined bed edges. Fresh dark mulch making every green thing pop. Pruned shrubs with a clear, intentional shape. Pops of color right where you want them – containers flanking the entrance, pots near the patio, beds full of blooms in your chosen colors. That’s the difference between a party people enjoy and a party people remember. ### Serving Ladue, Kirkwood, Clayton, Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, Olivette, University City, and the Central West End Quiet Village Landscaping has deep roots in the St. Louis area. We know the neighborhoods, we know the soil, and we know what plants perform in Missouri’s climate. Whether you’re hosting a graduation party in a Ladue backyard, a 4th of July cookout in Chesterfield, or a family reunion in Kirkwood, we’ll make sure your outdoor space is ready for it. Our spring cleanup and seasonal flower display services are available throughout: - Ladue, MO - Kirkwood, MO - Clayton, MO - Creve Coeur, MO - Chesterfield, MO - Olivette, MO - University City, MO - Central West End, St. Louis - Webster Groves, St. Louis ##### Not sure if we serve your area? Reach out – we’re happy to let you know. [ reach out here ! ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7687-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7687 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Ready to Get Your St. Louis Outdoor Space Party-Ready? Quiet Village Landscaping is booking up fast for graduation season and 4th of July prep across Ladue, Kirkwood, Clayton, Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, Olivette, University City, and the Central West End. Fill out a quick form below and we’ll get back to you with availability and a quote (before your spot is gone!) [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) ### Frequently Asked Questions **What annuals work best for St. Louis summers?** Missouri summers are hot and humid, so we choose annuals that are proven performers in our climate. For a 4th of July theme, we love red salvia, white vinca or petunias, and blue lobelia or ageratum. For school colors, we’ll recommend varieties that hold up through the heat and keep blooming all season. **Do I need to do anything after the cleanup and planting?** Very little. Annual containers need regular watering and an occasional deadhead to keep blooms going. The cleanup itself requires nothing ongoing – it’s a one-time reset before your event – but it looks even better with a monthly or quarterly gardening contract. **How far in advance should I reach out to Quiet Village Landscaping?** We’re currently booking about 2 weeks out, so reaching out now gives you the most flexibility. For work tied to a specific event date, 3 weeks of lead time is ideal. **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Tree & Shrub Care in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/tree-shrub-care-in-st-louis/) **Published:** June 30, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Our 6-step Tree & Shrub Care program is built around St. Louis's growing seasons. Learn what each treatment does and why timing makes all the difference. **Content:** ## How to Protect Your Trees & Shrubs Year-Round in St. Louis St. Louis weather puts trees and shrubs through a lot. Cold winters, wet springs, hot and humid summers, and unpredictable falls all take a toll on your landscape. That’s why a year-round tree and shrub care program is one of the best ways to protect your investment and keep your property looking its best. At Quiet Village Landscaping, our Tree & Shrub Care program follows a 6-step process timed to St. Louis’s growing seasons. Each step targets a specific need, from feeding roots in late winter to protecting against insects and disease in summer. Here’s a breakdown of what happens and why it matters. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Taylor-Junipers-2874x3000.jpg "Taylor Junipers | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## **Step 1: Deep Root Fertilization (February through March)** The program starts before most people are even thinking about their yard. In late winter, we apply a liquid fertilizer directly to the root zone of your trees and shrubs. Unlike surface applications that have to work their way down through the soil, deep root fertilization gets nutrients where they need to go right away, directly into the root system. This timing is intentional. As trees and shrubs come out of dormancy in late winter and early spring, they’re actively pulling energy and nutrients from the soil to fuel new growth. Feeding the roots at this stage gives plants a strong head start, helping them push out healthy new leaves and branches as the growing season begins. Trees and shrubs that go into spring well-nourished are also more resilient against pests and disease later in the year. ## **Step 2: Dormant Oil (March through May)** Next, we apply dormant oil, a natural pesticide that works by smothering overwintering insects and their eggs before they have a chance to hatch and cause damage. Many common pests, like scale insects, aphids, and mites, spend the winter clinging to the bark and branches of trees and shrubs, waiting for warmer temperatures to become active. Dormant oil eliminates them during that window, before the season even gets started. The timing here is critical. Dormant oil is most effective when applied while plants are still dormant or just beginning to wake up. Once leaves are fully out, the oil can cause damage to new foliage, so this step has to happen within the right window each spring. Because it’s a natural, low-impact treatment rather than a synthetic pesticide, it’s also a gentler way to control pests without unnecessary chemicals during a season when beneficial insects are also starting to emerge. ## **Step 3: Spring Slow-Release Fertilizer (May through July)** As your trees and shrubs head into their main growing period, we apply a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer. Nitrogen is the primary driver of green, leafy growth and plays a key role in photosynthesis, the process plants use to convert sunlight into energy. A well-fed tree or shrub is a healthier one, with stronger leaves, better color, and more resistance to stress. Slow-release fertilizer is the right choice at this stage because it feeds plants gradually over time rather than all at once. A fast-release fertilizer can push too much growth too quickly, which can actually stress plants or make them more vulnerable to pests. Slow-release keeps things steady, giving trees and shrubs consistent nutrition through the spring and into summer without overwhelming them during one of their most active growth periods. ## **Step 4: Summer Insect Control (July through August)** St. Louis summers bring more than just heat. Japanese beetles, bagworms, and spider mites are especially active this time of year, and they can do serious damage to trees and shrubs if left unchecked. Japanese beetles are one of the most recognizable summer pests in St. Louis. They skeletonize leaves by eating the tissue between the veins, leaving behind a lacy, shredded appearance. They’re especially damaging to roses, birch, linden, and fruit trees, and they tend to feed in groups, which means damage can escalate quickly. Bagworms are caterpillars that build small, cocoon-like bags out of silk and plant material, hanging from branches while they feed. They’re particularly destructive to evergreens like arborvitae and juniper, and a heavy infestation can defoliate a plant badly enough to kill it. Catching them early in the season before they mature and lay eggs is key to keeping them under control. Spider mites thrive in hot, dry summer conditions, which makes St. Louis summers a prime environment for them. They feed by piercing plant tissue and sucking out moisture, which causes leaves to look stippled, dusty, or bronzed. Heavy infestations can weaken plants significantly and leave them vulnerable to other stress heading into fall. We also spot treat for fungus during this step. Heat and humidity create ideal conditions for fungal issues on trees and shrubs, and catching early signs of disease before they spread can mean the difference between a minor setback and lasting damage to your plants. ## **Step 5: Fall Slow-Release Fertilizer (September through October)** As temperatures start to cool, the focus shifts from above-ground growth to what’s happening underground. Trees and shrubs naturally redirect their energy toward root development in the fall, storing nutrients and building root mass ahead of winter dormancy. A slow-release nitrogen fertilizer applied during this window supports that process and helps plants go into winter in the strongest possible condition. This is one of the most underappreciated steps in the program. A lot of people assume that fall means the growing season is over and feeding plants isn’t necessary. But what happens below the soil this time of year has a direct impact on how well trees and shrubs come back in spring. Plants that go into dormancy with strong, well-fed root systems are more resilient against cold damage and bounce back faster and healthier the following season. ## **Step 6: Fall Insect & Disease Control (October through December)** The final treatment of the year is all about protecting what you’ve built. As temperatures drop and trees and shrubs head into dormancy, many insects and diseases are looking for places to overwinter on your plants. Left untreated, they’ll be right there waiting when spring arrives, ready to cause damage before you even realize there’s a problem. This step targets those overwintering threats before they settle in. Scale insects, for example, are a common problem on ornamental trees and shrubs and are notorious for being difficult to control once established. Treating in the fall disrupts their cycle before they can hunker down for winter. Fungal diseases can also persist on bark, stems, and fallen leaves through the cold months, so this final treatment helps reduce the chance of reinfection the following spring. Winterizing your trees and shrubs isn’t just about surviving the cold. It’s about going into winter healthy and coming out of it the same way. ## **Why Timing Matters for St. Louis Trees & Shrubs** St. Louis’s climate sits at a crossroads between the Midwest and the South, which means local trees and shrubs face a wider range of stress than plants in more predictable climates. Late freezes in spring can damage new growth right after plants have broken dormancy. Summer heat and humidity create the perfect environment for insects and fungal disease. And early fall cold snaps can catch plants off guard if they haven’t had the nutrition they need to prepare. Each step in this program is timed to work with the natural growth cycle of your plants, not around a generic calendar. Deep root fertilization happens when roots are ready to absorb it. Dormant oil goes down before insects become active. Summer insect control targets pests at their most damaging. Fall fertilizer feeds roots during the window when they need it most. And the final insect and disease treatment closes out the season before threats can overwinter and carry over into spring. Miss a step and you’re not just skipping a treatment. You’re leaving a gap that pests, disease, or stress will find eventually. ## **Ready to Protect Your Trees & Shrubs?** Contact us today to learn more about our Tree & Shrub Care program and how we can help your St. Louis landscape thrive all year long. [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [July Gardening in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/july-gardening-in-st-louis/) **Published:** June 30, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** July gardening tips for St. Louis homeowners. Learn how to protect shrubs from heat stress, prevent powdery mildew, and keep perennials blooming all summer long. **Content:** ## **Your Complete Care Checklist for Beating the Summer Heat** St. Louis summers don’t play around. Once temperatures climb into the 90s, your garden needs a different approach than it did in May or June. Whether you’re maintaining your own landscape or just want to know what your lawn care crew should be doing this month, here’s what July calls for in the St. Louis garden. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_8255-2250x3000.jpeg "IMG_8255 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Hold Off on Trimming Boxwoods in Extreme Heat** It’s tempting to keep everything tidy, but pruning boxwoods when temperatures sit in the 90s puts unnecessary stress on the plant right when it can least afford it. The same goes for spring-flowering shrubs like azaleas and lilacs. These set next year’s flower buds shortly after they bloom, so a midsummer trim now means fewer blooms next spring. If you’ve got yews or burning bush that are looking a little wild, a light trim is fine this time of year. Just save the heavier shaping for cooler weather. ### **Clean Up Daffodil Foliage** By July, daffodil leaves have done their job of feeding the bulb for next year and are ready to go. Cut back any foliage that’s turned yellow or fully died back. Leaving it in place any longer doesn’t help the bulb and just makes your beds look unkempt. ### **Cut Back Asters Before Mid-July** If you want bushier asters with sturdier stems that won’t flop over later in the season, now’s the time to cut them back by about half. This is a hard deadline, though: don’t cut back asters after mid-July, or you’ll be removing the buds they need to bloom in fall. ### **Keep Deadheading Perennials** This is the month deadheading really earns its keep. As perennial blooms fade, snip them off to keep plants looking clean and to encourage another round of flowers. The general rule: cut back to where the flower stem meets the rest of the plant, rather than leaving a stub behind. ### **Watch for Powdery Mildew** St. Louis humidity is the perfect breeding ground for powdery mildew, and it loves roses, phlox, monarda (bee balm), zinnias, and lilacs. Look for a white or gray dusty coating on leaves. If you spot it, remove the affected foliage and dispose of it away from the rest of your plants so spores don’t spread. ### **Fertilize Stressed Annuals** Heat and humidity take a toll on annuals, and by midsummer many start to look tired or leggy. An application of Osmocote can give them the boost they need to keep performing through August. Pair it with a round of deadheading so the plant is putting its energy into new growth instead of spent blooms. ### **Divide Bearded Irises If Needed** July is a workable window for dividing bearded irises, though most varieties only need this every three to five years. If your irises are crowded or blooming less than they used to, division can help. Otherwise, there’s no need to disturb them just because it’s an option this month. ### **Why July Maintenance Matters** Skipping these small midsummer steps is one of the most common reasons St. Louis landscapes look worn out by August. A little attention now, especially around deadheading and disease control, keeps your garden blooming through the rest of summer instead of fizzling out early. ## ***Quick July Checklist for St. Louis Gardens*** - Skip pruning boxwoods, azaleas, and lilacs during 90-degree heat - Cut back dead/yellowed daffodil foliage - Trim asters by half before mid-July (not after) - Deadhead perennials regularly - Check roses, phlox, monarda, zinnias, and lilacs for powdery mildew - Feed stressed annuals with Osmocote - Divide bearded irises only if overdue or requested ### **Need help keeping your landscape on track this summer?** Quiet Village Landscaping has been caring for St. Louis-area lawns and gardens for over 25 years. Fill out the brief form below to learn more about our garden maintenance program. [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Storm Cleanup Services in St. Louis: Helping Restore Your Landscape After Severe Weather](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/storm-cleanup-services-in-st-louis-helping-restore-your-landscape-after-severe-weather/) **Published:** May 18, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** One year after the devastating May 16, 2025 tornado in St. Louis, Quiet Village Landscaping reflects on the emotional impact, storm cleanup efforts, and landscape restoration across the community. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7961.jpg "Screenshot | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Storms Leave More Behind Than Just Fallen Branches After heavy rain, high winds, or severe storms move through St. Louis, many homeowners are left dealing with the aftermath outside: Large branches, leaves and sticks across the lawn. Debris covering patios and walkways. Washed-out mulch. Drainage problems. Damaged stairs or hardscape surfaces. Even when the damage isn’t severe, the cleanup is overwhelming. ### Emergency and Non-Emergency Storm Cleanup Services Some storm damage needs immediate attention. Other cleanup projects can be handled over the following days or weeks once the weather clears. Our team provides both emergency and non-emergency storm cleanup services throughout the St. Louis area depending on the severity of the damage and your property’s needs. ### Residential Storm Cleanup Services in St. Louis Our team provides storm cleanup services throughout the St. Louis area for homeowners who need help clearing debris and restoring their landscape after severe weather. Storm cleanup services may include: - Clearing large and small fallen branches - Removing leaves and storm debris from grass and landscape beds - Lawn and property cleanup after storms - Cleaning patios, walkways, and outdoor living spaces - Hauling away sticks, branches, and debris - Refreshing landscape areas impacted by storms - Repairing damaged hardscape features - Evaluating drainage and erosion concerns Some homeowners call us after major storms. Others simply need help cleaning up their property after heavy winds or repeated rainfall. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7615-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7615 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Landscape Debris Cleanup After Storms Storm debris can pile up quickly, especially during spring and summer storm seasons in St. Louis. Leaves, broken branches, and scattered debris not only affect curb appeal, but can also smother planting beds, affect drainage flow, and make outdoor spaces difficult to use. Professional landscape cleanup can help restore both the appearance and functionality of your property without the stress of trying to manage everything yourself. ### Drainage Checks After Heavy Rain Storms often reveal drainage issues homeowners may not notice during normal weather conditions. Pooling water, erosion, mulch washout, and saturated planting beds are all signs that your landscape drainage system may need attention. As part of our storm cleanup services, our team can evaluate drainage concerns and identify areas where water flow may be impacting your landscape or hardscaping. Addressing drainage issues early can help prevent larger problems over time. ### Hardscape Repairs After Storm Damage Severe weather can also impact patios, walkways, retaining walls, stairs, and other hardscape elements throughout your property. If storms have caused shifting, cracking, washout, or damage to your outdoor surfaces, our team can help assess the issue and recommend repairs to restore safety and appearance. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7579-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7579 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Helping Homeowners Restore Their Outdoor Spaces After a storm, many homeowners simply want their property to feel cared for again. That might mean clearing branches from the yard, cleaning up landscape beds, fixing damaged hardscaping, or addressing drainage issues that appeared after heavy rainfall. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we approach storm cleanup with the same level of care and attention we bring to every landscape project. ### Connect With Our Team If your property needs emergency or non-emergency storm cleanup services in the St. Louis area, our team is here to help. Simply fill out the contact form below to connect with a Quiet Village team member about debris cleanup, drainage concerns, or hardscape repairs after severe weather. [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Storm Clean up **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [June Gardening To-Do List](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/june-gardening-to-do-list/) **Published:** June 16, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** June is National Perennial Month! Get your St. Louis garden in top shape with our guide to June pruning, deadheading, fertilizing, and pest prevention. **Content:** ## Your June Gardening To-Do List: Pruning, Perennials & More June is National Perennial Month, and for good reason. This is one of the busiest and most rewarding times of year in the garden. Perennials are hitting their stride, spring bloomers are winding down, and now is the window to shape, feed, and protect your plants before summer heat sets in for good. If you’re in the St. Louis area, here’s what to put on your list this month. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Untitled-design-4.png "Untitled design 4 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Pruning & Trimming: Get It Done Before the End of June** June has a hard deadline when it comes to pruning spring-flowering trees and shrubs. If you wait too long, you risk cutting off the buds that would have given you blooms next year. The general rule: finish any pruning of spring-flowering plants before the end of the month. #### Shrubs You Can Trim Now - **Boxwoods** – Trim for shape anytime in June. - **Burning Bush** – Clean up and shape as needed. - **Lilacs, Forsythia, Viburnums & Azaleas** – Wait until after they’re done blooming, then trim and shape. Doing this now gives plants plenty of time to set new buds for next spring. **Why the deadline matters:** Pruning too late in the season can remove next year’s flower buds before they ever get a chance to develop. When in doubt, get it done before July. ### **Perennial Care: Deadhead, Cut Back & Clean Up** Your perennials need a little attention this month to keep them looking their best and performing well through fall. #### Daffodil Foliage In mid to late June, it’s finally time to cut back daffodil foliage. The key is patience: wait until the leaves have turned completely yellow before you remove them. The foliage is still feeding the bulb until then, and cutting too early can affect next year’s blooms. #### Asters Cut asters back by about half this month. It might feel counterintuitive, but this simple step prevents flopping later in the season and encourages fuller, bushier growth. Your asters will thank you in September. #### Peonies & Other Spring Perennials As spring-blooming perennials finish their show, deadhead spent blossoms to keep plants tidy and redirect energy. This includes peonies, which benefit from having faded blooms removed promptly. ### **Fertilizing: A Few Important Windows Before July** June is your last good chance to fertilize trees, shrubs, and roses before the summer slowdown. Here’s what to focus on: - **Trees & Shrubs:** Fertilize as needed before July 4th. After that, it’s generally best to hold off until fall. - **Roses:** After the first round of blooms, give your roses a boost. A fertilizer higher in phosphorus is ideal for promoting more blooms. If you don’t have one on hand, a balanced fertilizer works fine. ### **Watch for Powdery Mildew** Warm days and cool nights in June create ideal conditions for powdery mildew. It shows up as a white, powdery coating on leaves and can spread quickly if left unchecked. Keep an eye on these plants in particular: - Roses - Phlox - Monarda (bee balm) - Zinnias - Lilacs If you spot it, remove affected plant material right away and dispose of it in the trash, not the compost. Don’t let it sit on the plant or fall to the ground where it can spread. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/fnr6ooKBawrdFjgLLTnehU.jpg "powdery mildew fungus | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Quick June Checklist** - Trim boxwoods and burning bush - Shape lilacs, forsythia, viburnums, and azaleas after bloom - Complete all spring-flowering tree and shrub pruning before June 30 - Cut back yellowed daffodil foliage in mid to late June - Cut asters back by half - Deadhead peonies and other spring perennials as blooms fade - Fertilize roses after first bloom - Fertilize trees and shrubs before July 4th - Monitor for powdery mildew and remove affected growth **Need a hand keeping up with summer garden maintenance?** Quiet Village Landscaping has been caring for St. Louis properties since 2001. Contact us to learn more about our maintenance programs. [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Professional Perennial Garden Care in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/professional-perennial-garden-care-in-st-louis/) **Published:** June 16, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** June is National Perennial Month! Get your St. Louis garden in top shape with our guide to June pruning, deadheading, fertilizing, and pest prevention. **Content:** ## **What Does Professional Perennial Care Look Like?** If you’ve ever wondered what a professional landscaper is doing when they tend to your perennial gardens (plants that come back year after year), we’re here to let you know. It looks simple from the outside. But there’s a lot more going on than pulling a weed here and trimming a stem there. Here’s a look at what goes into caring for perennials the right way, and why it matters more than most homeowners realize. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_8255-2250x3000.jpeg "IMG_8255 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Every Perennial Is Different (That’s Kind of the Point)** One of the biggest things that sets professional perennial care apart is knowledge. Not all perennials are created equal, and a one-size-fits-all approach is one of the most common mistakes homeowners make when managing their own gardens. Each plant has its own timeline, its own pruning needs, its own preferences for how and when it should be cut back or fed. What’s right for a peony is wrong for an aster. What works for a lilac doesn’t apply to a coneflower. Knowing the difference, and acting on it at the right time of year, is what keeps a garden healthy and looking its best season after season. ### **What a Perennial Garden Visit Actually Looks Like** Professional perennial care is really two things happening at once: horticulture and aesthetics. The horticulture side is the science. It’s knowing when a plant needs to be deadheaded, when foliage should be cut back, when fertilizing will actually help versus stress a plant out. It also means keeping an eye on competition. Weeds are the obvious culprit, but sometimes other perennials can crowd each other out, competing for water and nutrients in ways that quietly set a garden back over time. The aesthetics side is the art. It’s stepping back and looking at the garden as a whole. Is a certain plant growing out of proportion with everything around it? Is a shrub starting to encroach on a walkway? Does the overall composition still make sense, or has something crept out of its intended space? These are the questions a professional is asking on every visit, and the answers inform every cut. ### **What is Sleep, Creep, Leap?** The easiest way to think about it is this: imagine a newly planted perennial is a baby. You wouldn’t expect a newborn to get up and start running. Plants are the same way. **Year one is sleep.** A newly planted perennial is adjusting to everything at once. New soil, new watering patterns, new light conditions. It’s doing a lot of work underground that you can’t see, and it needs time to settle in. **Year two is creep.** The plant is finally getting comfortable. It starts to branch out a little, show some growth, maybe even flower. Think of it like a toddler finding their footing. Progress is happening, but it’s not the full picture yet. **Year three is leap.** By the third year, your perennial is truly at home. This is when it starts showing what it’s really capable of, fuller growth, stronger blooms, and the kind of presence in a garden that made you plant it in the first place. The important thing to know is that sleep and creep don’t mean your garden won’t look good. Plants can still flower beautifully in years one and two. They’re just not at their full potential yet. As we like to say, the Missouri Botanical Garden wasn’t built in a day. ### **What St. Louis Homeowners Are Loving Right Now** One of the biggest trends we’re seeing is a move toward natural, native-leaning perennials. Homeowners want gardens that feel a little wilder and more intentional at the same time. Plants that support pollinators, fit into the local ecosystem, and still look polished enough to keep the HOA happy. It’s a great direction, and there are more beautiful options in this category than most people realize. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Untitled-design-6.png "Untitled design 6 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **The Bottom Line** Perennial gardening done well is equal parts knowledge and observation. It takes understanding what each plant needs, when it needs it, and how it fits into the bigger picture of your outdoor space. If you’d like a professional eye on your gardens this season, we’d love to help. Quiet Village Landscaping has been caring for St. Louis properties since 2001. [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [June Landscape Maintenance Guide for St. Louis Homeowners](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/june-landscape-maintenance-guide-for-st-louis-homeowners/) **Published:** June 10, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** Discover 5 essential landscape maintenance tasks for June, including perennial care, irrigation checks, lawn care, and more **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7671-2250x3000.jpeg "IMG_7671 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## 5 Things to Do in Your Landscape This June June is one of the busiest months for your landscape. Spring growth is winding down, summer heat is beginning to settle in, and plants, lawns, and sprinkler systems are all transitioning into a new season. A few simple maintenance tasks now can help prevent larger issues and keep your property looking its best throughout the summer. #### 1. Give Perennials and Flowering Shrubs Some Attention June is National Perennial Month, making it a great time to focus on the plants that provide long-lasting color and structure throughout your landscape. As spring blooms begin to fade, deadhead spent flowers on peonies and other spring-flowering perennials to encourage healthy growth and keep garden beds looking tidy. This is also the ideal time to: - Cut asters back by about half to promote bushier growth later in the season - Remove completely yellowed daffodil foliage - Monitor plants for powdery mildew, especially roses, phlox, bee balm, zinnias, and lilacs - Complete any pruning of spring-flowering shrubs such as lilacs, forsythia, viburnums, and azaleas Waiting too long to prune spring-flowering plants can remove next year’s flower buds and reduce blooms. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/A-woman-gardener-picks-a-large-beautiful-white-peony.webp "A-woman-gardener-picks-a-large-beautiful-white-peony | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### 2. Make Sure Your Sprinkler System Is Ready for Summer As temperatures rise, water becomes one of the most important factors affecting landscape health. Many irrigation issues go unnoticed until brown spots appear in the lawn or plants begin showing signs of stress. A quick inspection now can help identify: - Broken sprinkler heads - Clogged nozzles - Poor coverage areas - Overspray onto pavement - Leaks or pressure issues Even minor irrigation problems can lead to wasted water and uneven plant growth during the hottest part of the season. June is an excellent time to verify that your system is delivering the right amount of water where it’s needed most. ![IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4440-2.jpg "IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### 3. Stay Ahead of Weeds Before They Take Over Recent rainfall throughout the St. Louis area has created ideal growing conditions not just for lawns, but also for weeds. One weed to keep an eye on this month is nutsedge (pictured below). Unlike many common lawn weeds, nutsedge does not respond to traditional pre-emergent treatments and often grows much faster than surrounding turf. A few important things to know: - Pulling nutsedge often makes the problem worse - It requires a specialized treatment (applied 3 times) - Early intervention is much more effective than waiting ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Installed-the-Right-Way.png "Installed the Right Way | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### 4. Don’t Forget About Trees and Shrubs Trees and shrubs are often the largest investment in a landscape, but they can also be some of the most overlooked. This time of year is important for supporting healthy growth while monitoring for insects and disease pressure that often increases as summer progresses. June is a common time for slow-release fertilization, which provides nutrients gradually and supports: - Healthy photosynthesis - Strong root development - Consistent growth - Improved stress tolerance It’s also a good time to begin watching for common summer pests such as Japanese beetles, bagworms, and spider mites before populations become established. Early detection is almost always easier than treating severe damage later in the season. ![Seasonal Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1_-_pool_landscape_design_with_evergreens_and_trees.jpg "1_-_pool_landscape_design_with_evergreens_and_trees | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### 5. Consider a Small Upgrade to Refresh Your Outdoor Space Not every landscape improvement needs to be a major renovation. In fact, some of the most impactful upgrades are relatively small projects that improve curb appeal, functionality, and enjoyment of your outdoor space. June is an ideal time for projects such as: - Adding a stone walkway - Expanding a garden bed - Installing stone or metal edging - Refreshing planting areas - Improving transitions between lawn and landscape beds These types of projects can often transform the appearance of a property without requiring extensive construction or disruption. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8586216221474884106222.jpg "8586216221474884106222 | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### A Little Attention Now Can Make a Big Difference Later June is one of the most important months in the landscape calendar. Taking time now to care for garden beds, monitor irrigation, manage weeds, protect trees and shrubs, and make small improvements can help your property thrive throughout the summer. If you’d like guidance on any of these tasks, or would prefer a professional team to handle them for you, the Quiet Village Landscaping team is always happy to help. Whether it’s water management, lawn care, tree and shrub health, or a small landscape enhancement project, we’re here to help you get the most out of your outdoor space. [ connect with our team ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Sustainable Landscaping Options for St. Louis Yards](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/sustainable-landscaping-options-for-st-louis-yards/) **Published:** June 9, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** St. Louis yards have a specific set of challenges. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we break down sustainable landscaping options that work with Missouri’s climate. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_4888-3000x2000.jpg) Sustainable landscaping is not a single design trend or a list of products to swap in. For St. Louis homeowners, it’s a practical approach to building a yard that holds up through humid summers, clay-heavy soil, and unpredictable rainfall, without constantly fighting the environment to do it. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we’ve spent over two decades helping St. Louis homeowners build yards that work with the local environment instead of against it. The work usually comes down to three things: planting native species that are built for this region, managing water efficiently so your yard stays healthy without waste, building soil health from the ground up, and hardscaping. Get these things right, and the results speak for themselves. #### The Use of Native Plants for Sustainable Landscaping in St. Louis One option we incorporate in all our designs is the use of native species, as we know these will fare well against the hot, humid summers and the Missouri clay soil many homeowners battle with. Think coneflower, wild bergamot, and native grasses, to name a few popular choices. Once these are established, they largely take care of themselves, which means less watering, less maintenance, and a yard that supports local pollinators in a way imported ornamentals can’t. It’s one of the first conversations we have with homeowners when undertaking full service landscaping St.Louis so they understand how they can avoid fighting their own landscape each summer. #### Utilization of Smart Irrigation St. Louis summers can be brutal, and an inefficient watering setup will just waste money, stress your plants, and become a problem you wish you didn’t have. Drip irrigation systems, on the other hand, deliver water to the root system, and weather-responsive controllers will automatically change based on rainfall and temperature. The result is your plants getting what they need when it’s dry and nothing extra when they don’t need it. It’s that simple. It’s a straightforward change that makes a real difference to both your water bill and the health of your landscape. #### Soil and Mulch Management Decisions ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_432681814-300x200.jpeg) One thing we are passionate about is the soil and mulch that needs to be in place for your landscaping. As a leading landscaping company in St. Louis, we understand the challenges that the heavy clay soil that’s common can present. One of our main focuses is on getting the soil right, since without this, nothing else will perform the way it should. Once we’ve tackled the soil, we look at the right mulching to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and gradually improve the soil structure as it breaks down. #### Permeable Hardscaping Options Heavy rain in St.Louis moves fast. Most homeowners know this. To combat rain water runoff, we adapt hard landscaping to accommodate this. Gravel paths, permeable pavers, and rain gardens are popular choices to help manage stormwater rather than sending it straight onto the street. This way, it filters back into the ground where it belongs, reducing soil erosion and standing water issues that can often follow a storm. #### Ready to Build a Smarter, More Sustainable Lawn? When you build a yard around these principles, it can cost you less to maintain your yard year after year. A sustainable lawn will hold its value in a way that a high-maintenance landscape just can’t. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we have been designing and **[maintaining](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/)** St. Louis properties since 2001, and we know what works and what doesn’t. Whether you’re starting from scratch or you’re ready to transition your existing yard towards a low-maintenance sustainable design, we can help. **[Get an estimate](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/)** today, and let’s build something worth coming home to. [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscape Design, Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** landscape design st. louis, sustainable landscaping st. louis --- ### [What Is Full-Service Landscaping?](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/what-is-full-service-landscaping/) **Published:** May 8, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** When looking for full service landscaping in St. Louis, it’s important to understand just what full service landscaping can offer. Not only can it make your property look and feel beautiful, but as your land’s full time resident, your landscape design can significantly impact your day to day life. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AdobeStock_320823232-3000x2003.jpeg) When looking for full service landscaping in St. Louis, it’s important to understand just what full service landscaping can offer. Not only can it make your property look and feel beautiful, but as your land’s full time resident, your landscape design can significantly impact your day to day life. Here at Quiet Village, we are proud to offer comprehensive landscaping and landscape design in St. Louis. But what exactly is it, and why is it the best option for your home? Let’s find out. #### What is Full-Service Landscaping? The term full service landscaping ultimately means that you’ll receive an all-in-one, end-to-end, comprehensive landscape project, rather than just some one off plants installed or pruned. While the exact strategies and tactics used are unique to your project, the most common aspects include: - Professional landscape design St. Louis services that extend to visual elements like 2D or 3D plans. - Construction services, which covers both hardscaping and softscaping to bring the design to life. - Ongoing maintenance, such as keeping plant life healthy and looking its best while protecting patios etc. #### Why Full Service Landscape Design St. Louis? ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AdobeStock_427476485-300x200.jpeg) Full service landscaping services covering**[ renovations](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/)** and maintenance can deliver a range of benefits, especially for owners of luxury properties or homes with lots of outdoor space. Similarly, it is a great choice when external areas require significant work. When you invest in full service landscape design in St. Louis, you get far more than a lawn mowing schedule or a one-time planting project. A full service provider handles everything under one roof — from hardscaping and planting to irrigation and ongoing upkeep — ensuring every element of your outdoor space works together cohesively through every season. For larger or more complex properties, this eliminates the hassle of coordinating multiple vendors and delivers consistently polished results that add lasting value to your home. Some of the key benefits include: - **Saves time** – with all landscaping duties under one roof, you won’t lose time to poor communication or conflicting contractor schedules. - **Saves money** – while the single expense may feel large, it works out cheaper than using multiple contractors or needing to repair inadequate work. - **Tailored designs** – a landscape design specialist will work closely with you throughout the planning phases to build a vision aligned with your preferences. - **Superior outcomes** – full service landscaping ensures that the vision is brought to life, giving your home the desired look and feel. - **Get lasting results** – with a full service treatment, you also gain the ongoing maintenance to keep your property looking its best for the long haul. If nothing else, having the right landscape team on your side delivers peace of mind. As a homeowner, that is the least you deserve. #### Choose Quiet Village For Full Service Landscaping in St.Louis Not all full service landscaping services are the same. Ultimately, you need one that is affordable, truly comprehensive, and built around your needs. At Quiet Village, we offer three tiers of service for elevated standards, which can integrate advanced features like irrigation management. Our list of available services includes, but is not limited to: - Removal of landscaping clutter ahead of a transformation. - Full landscape design services to get more out of your outside spaces. - Professional mowing and thorough blowing services. - Crisp edging and trimming for a higher standard of finish. - Flower bed maintenance to keep plant life healthy. - Shrub and perennial pruning services for sustained success. - A full 7-step turf program to achieve a luscious looking lawn. - Irrigation system installation and maintenance for complete water management. - Elevated seasonal color coordinated premium plant choices. - Layout alterations to unlock the full potential of your property’s spaces. - Custom enhancements to strengthen aesthetics and outdoor experiences. - Health reports and observations to stay on top of ongoing landscaping care. Crucially, Quiet Village works with you to build a package that suits your property, preferences, and budget. To discover more and start your transformation, [**get in touch**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) for an estimate today. [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscape Design, Landscaping **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [One Year Later: Reflecting on the May 16 Tornado in St. Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/one-year-later-reflecting-on-the-may-16-tornado-in-st-louis/) **Published:** May 18, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** One year after the devastating May 16, 2025 tornado in St. Louis, Quiet Village Landscaping reflects on the emotional impact, storm cleanup efforts, and landscape restoration across the community. **Content:** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7808-3000x2000.jpg "IMG_7808 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### A Changed Landscape Across St. Louis On May 16, 2025, St. Louis endured one of the worst tornadoes in our city’s history. 5 lives were lost. Over 40 people were injured. More than $1.6 billion in damage changed neighborhoods, parks, homes, businesses, and landscapes across our city. Our hearts continue to go out to every family, business owner, and community member affected. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we’ve spent the past year helping clients and neighbors navigate cleanup, recovery, and rebuilding. While storm damage can be measured in fallen trees, broken structures, and debris, some of the hardest changes have been emotional. For many of us who grew up here, the loss has been difficult to process. ### Supporting Our Community Through Storm Cleanup and Recovery Quiet Village is fortunate to have the resources and team capacity to provide emergency storm cleanup services. It is an honor to support our clients and community during such difficult times. One of the clients we supported after the tornado was Brittany, a valued Quiet Village client of five years, whose property experienced significant storm damage. ##### ***Hear her story:*** ### When Landscaping Becomes Part of Healing Landscapes are emotional spaces. They’re where children play barefoot in the grass. Where families gather for summer dinners. Where people drink coffee on quiet weekend mornings. Where shade trees planted decades ago become part of the identity of a home. When a storm removes those elements overnight, it’s more than disorienting. Over the past year, many homeowners across St. Louis started asking important questions: - How do we replace large mature trees? - How can we redesign outdoor spaces that no longer feel the same? - What does long-term landscape recovery look like after a major storm? There’s no perfect answer, and every property is different. But thoughtful landscape restoration can help create a sense of normalcy again. ### Restoring Outdoor Spaces After the St. Louis Tornado As properties continue to recover, many homeowners are beginning to focus on long-term restoration instead of immediate cleanup. That may include: - Removing fallen or damaged branches - Replanting large canopy trees for future shade - Repairing drainage and erosion issues - Redesigning outdoor living spaces - Rebuilding privacy and screening with layered plantings - Creating landscapes that feel peaceful, usable, and comforting again Even small improvements can help a property feel like home again. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_8900-3000x2000.jpg "IMG_8900 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### We’re Here for You If your property was impacted by the May 16 tornado – whether you need help with fallen branches, restoring shade, or reimagining your outdoor space after storm damage – our team is here for you. Simply fill out the brief form below to connect with a Quiet Village team member. We’re grateful to continue serving the St. Louis community through every season, including the difficult ones. [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Storm Clean up **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Full-Service Landscape Maintenance for Busy St. Louis Homeowners](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/full-service-landscape-maintenance-for-busy-st-louis-homeowners/) **Published:** May 13, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Excerpt:** When looking for full service landscaping in St. Louis, it’s important to understand just what full service landscaping can offer. Not only can it make your property look and feel beautiful, but as your land’s full time resident, your landscape design can significantly impact your day to day life. **Content:** ### What Is Full-Service Landscaping? ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7687-3000x2250.jpeg "IMG_7687 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Your Schedule Is Full, But Your Landscape Still Needs Attention Summer fills up fast. Vacations. Kids’ sports. Weekend plans. Trying to protect a little personal time wherever you can. Meanwhile, your landscape is entering its most demanding season (late spring): rapid growth, constant upkeep, and precise timing to keep everything looking polished. And that’s where most homeowners hit a wall. Not because they don’t care, but because they don’t have the bandwidth to manage it all. ### Why “Basic Lawn Care” Isn’t Enough Anymore Most landscaping companies take a reactive approach. They mow. They leave. And everything else? It’s up to you to notice, schedule, and manage, which creates more work. At Quiet Village, we provide full-service landscape maintenance designed to be completely hands-off for you. ### What Full-Service Landscape Maintenance Actually Means Full-service landscape maintenance is complete property management for your outdoor space. We plan your services months in advance, align everything with seasonal timing, and proactively monitor your landscape so nothing is missed. #### [Garden Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/) - Spring Clean Up - Professional Gardening - Bed Maintenance & Weeding - Mulch Installation - Shrub & Perennial Pruning - Shrub & Tree Fertilization - Text Support - Dedicated Point of Contact #### [Lawn Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/) - Weekly Lawn Mowing & Trimming - Lawn Fertilization - Irrigation Oversight - Text Support #### Our Services are Built Around Your Life (Not the Other Way Around) We’re already thinking ahead: - Scheduling visits in advance - Timing services with peak growth cycles - Checking in on your property proactively - Handling every detail behind the scenes You don’t have to follow up. You don’t have to coordinate. You don’t even have to think about it. You manage your schedule, and we manage your landscape. #### The Finishing Touch: A Complimentary Flower Display Maintenance creates structure. Seasonal flowers ***create impact.*** For a limited time, when you enroll in a lawn or garden maintenance plan, you’ll receive a free professionally designed flower display. **This adds:** - Instant color and curb appeal - A welcoming, elevated look - A landscape that feels intentionally designed—not just maintained It’s how to take your property from well-kept to memorable. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_4598-3-3000x2000.jpg "IMG_4598 (3) | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Enjoy Your Summer. We’ll Handle the Rest. You already have enough competing for your time. Your landscape shouldn’t be one of them. With Quiet Village, you get: - A fully managed, full-service landscape - A proactive team handling every detail - A consistently beautiful property ##### *And more time to enjoy your home* [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscaping, Maintenance & Estate Care **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [The Complete Guide to Landscape Design in St. Louis: From Concept to Completion](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/the-complete-guide-to-landscape-design-in-st-louis/) **Published:** April 30, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** ### How Professional Landscape Edging in St. Louis Defines Your Garden Beds and Elevates Curb Appeal ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_4807-1-3000x2000.jpg) Spring has a way of making you see your yard differently. The patchy grass is harder to ignore or that awkward corner of the yard you’ve never known what to do with starts nagging at you. If you’re looking for full service landscaping in St. Louis, you’re in the right place. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we’ve helped countless St. Louis homeowners transform frustrating or bland outdoor spaces into a place they actually want to spend time in. Here’s how we approach it: ### **A Clear Vision** Before anything gets planted, the most important question is a simple one: what do you want from your outdoor space? Some homeowners want a backyard built for entertaining, while others need a safe area where kids and pets can play. Others just want a front yard that finally looks as good as they know it can. There’s no wrong answer, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Good landscape design starts by listening to how you actually live, and building something around that. ### **Understanding Your Environment** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_4046-1-300x200.jpg) It’s always worth taking a walk around the garden and looking at your existing landscape: Do you have any standing water or muddy spots? What about patches with no or dried out grass? Does the sun hit your lawn in the morning or the evening? What about your soil? Depending on where you are in the St. Louis area, you might be dealing with heavy clay that drains poorly, or sandier soil that dries out too fast. That’s why we prioritize native and regionally adapted plants that are built to handle the seasonal extremes and typically require far less maintenance once they’re established. The result is a yard that holds up season after season without constant intervention. ### **Installing Hardscape Elements** Once your vision is set and the environment accounted for, the focus shifts to hardscape: patios, walkways, retaining walls, and planting beds. Before any feature goes in, the site needs to be properly prepared and graded. This step is less glamorous, but critical. Getting it right at the foundation means everything built on top of it performs the way it should. From there, hardscape installation moves in a deliberate sequence, followed by planting and finishing touches. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we work hard to ensure that your existing property is protected throughout this process, so when the work is done, your yard is clean, intact, and ready to enjoy. ### **Seasonal Care** A finished landscape isn’t a finished project. It’s a living system that shifts with the seasons. Spring is the time to refresh planting beds while summer calls for consistent watering and upkeep. Come fall, the focus turns to preparing plants for the cold months ahead. In winter, the right protective measures make all the difference in how well your yard bounces back when spring arrives again. Staying on top of that cycle is a lot to manage alongside everything else life throws at you, which is exactly why having a reliable landscaping partner makes such a difference. ### **Quiet Village Landscaping: Your St. Louis Landscaping Expert** A yard that truly works for you doesn’t happen by accident. It takes local knowledge, careful planning, and an eye for the details that separate a landscape that looks good for a season from one that holds up for years. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we handle all of it, so you don’t have to. We’ll guide you through the process from first conversation to finished project. **[Request your estimate today ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/)**and let’s build something worth coming home to. [ Request a Property Assessment ](https://link.quietvillagelandscaping.com/widget/form/w8dfACJJiB0JQWdqcXqZ) **Categories:** Landscape Design, Landscaping **Tags:** full service landscaping st. louis, Gardening, landscape design st. louis, Landscaping --- ### [Job: Fulltime (+50 hours per week) Landscapers](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/job-fulltime-50-hours-perweek-landscaper/) **Published:** August 4, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** Are you a top producer who is looking to show your landscaping skills to us and be fairly rewarded? Are you able to manage job sites and read landscape drawings? At The Landscaper we offer**:** Full Time, Year Round employment, Shared benefit package, Excellent work environment… We currently have openings for top performing leaders who will lead a crew of 2-3 people, installing custom landscapes from start to finish. We offer year round employment to our key players, plus competitive wages and OT over 8hrs/day, based on an average of 50hrs/week at 1.5x paid). **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscaping, Vacancy **Tags:** Landscaping, Projects --- ### [Leaves Should Be Shredded Before Used as Mulch](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/leaves-should-be-shredded-before-used-as-mulch/) **Published:** August 3, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** A reader said he had heard of the practice of shredding leaves prior to using them as mulch but wondered about the reason behind it. Was it just to make it easier to dispose of the leaves, since, once shredded, the load would be more compact? Or was there some other benefit? 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Tu vero, inquam, ducas licet, si sequetur; Sed haec omittamus; Neutrum vero, inquit ille. Potius ergo illa dicantur: turpe esse, viri non esse debilitari dolore, frangi, succumbere. Tria genera bonorum; Neque enim disputari sine reprehensione nec cum iracundia aut pertinacia recte disputari potest. Nam illud vehementer repugnat, eundem beatum esse et multis malis oppressum. Estne, quaeso, inquam, sitienti in bibendo voluptas? Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** Garden Care, Landscaping **Tags:** Gardening, Landscaping --- ### [10 Ideas for Landscaping Property Lines](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/10-ideas-for-landscaping-property-lines/) **Published:** August 1, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** What is it that you’re hoping to accomplish in landscaping your property line? Once you answer that over-arching question, many of the details will fall into place (with a little aid from the ideas I present here). As you’ll see from reading the information below, deciding on how to landscape a boundary largely comes down to sifting through your various options. Huius, Lyco, oratione locuples, rebus ipsis ielunior. Qua tu etiam inprudens utebare non numquam. Sin te auctoritas commovebat, nobisne omnibus et Platoni ipsi nescio quem illum anteponebas? Te ipsum, dignissimum maioribus tuis, voluptasne induxit, ut adolescentulus eriperes P. Quid turpius quam sapientis vitam ex insipientium sermone pendere? Non igitur de improbo, sed de callido improbo quaerimus, qualis Q. > Eorum enim est haec querela, qui sibi cari sunt seseque diligunt. Simus igitur contenti his. Invidiosum nomen est, infame, suspectum. Ostendit pedes et pectus. Negare non possum. Sed quid ages tandem, si utilitas ab amicitia, ut fit saepe, defecerit? Recte, inquit, intellegis. Ita multa dicunt, quae vix intellegam. Quod autem in homine praestantissimum atque optimum est, id deseruit. 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Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** Garden Care, Weeding **Tags:** Gardening, Irrigation, Paver, Projects --- ### [Article: How to Get Rid of Crabgrass for Good](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/article-how-to-get-rid-of-crabgrass-for-good/) **Published:** July 30, 2021 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** The best weapon you have against this annual weed is crabgrass preemergence herbicide (also called crabgrass preventer). You apply this product in the spring before the crabgrass seed sprouts. This granular herbicide works by creating a chemical barrier at the surface of the soil. As the seeds begin germination, they take in the herbicide and die. Huius, Lyco, oratione locuples, rebus ipsis ielunior. Qua tu etiam inprudens utebare non numquam. Sin te auctoritas commovebat, nobisne omnibus et Platoni ipsi nescio quem illum anteponebas? Te ipsum, dignissimum maioribus tuis, voluptasne induxit, ut adolescentulus eriperes P. 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Nam illud vehementer repugnat, eundem beatum esse et multis malis oppressum. Estne, quaeso, inquam, sitienti in bibendo voluptas? Beatus sibi videtur esse moriens. **Categories:** Garden Care, Weeding **Tags:** Landscaping, Weeding --- ## Pages ### [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/) **Published:** February 12, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** Quiet Village Landscaping # Full-Service Landscaping in St. Louis, MO [ Get An Estimate ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) [ ](tel:+13146577050) ### [ (314) 657-7050 ](tel:+13146577050) contact us ## Three levels of care. One elevated standard. Your outdoor space should feel intentional—calm, refined, and beautifully maintained. Quiet Village offers three exclusive service tiers designed to match the rhythm of your home and the lifestyle you want to enjoy outdoors. Every program is guided by your [**GEM — Garden Estate Manager**](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/), your dedicated professional who oversees communication, monitors your property, and ensures consistency throughout the year. ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property $ 744 17 Monthly\* - Weekly lawn care (mowing & trimming) - 7-step lawn fertilization program - Irrigation maintenance - Spring & fall cleanups OR flowers - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact (office) & text support [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Two property monitoring visits [ GEM Essentials ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties $ 1790 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Essentials - Biweekly or monthly horticultural care - Bed maintenance & weeding - Shrub & perennial pruning - Flower displays (upsell levels) - Tree & shrub care program - Perimeter pest program - Irrigation & lighting oversight - 10 annual GEM monitoring visits - Three seasonal leaf cleanups - Winter pruning, hardscape cleaning, and February fertilization - Priority storm response [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![Estate visit - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/police-officer_11287895.png "Estate visit - Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### 10 annual GEM monitoring visits [ GEM Premier ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life $ 2765 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Premier - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Long-term estate planning with 3D design reviewed annually - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Monthly irrigation management & water oversight [ GEM Concierge ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) Our Client ### Project Spotlight ### MASON FOREST When the homeowners purchased this mid-century home in 2023, the interior had been partially updated — but the exterior told a different story. The property was dotted with seven dead trees, patchy grass, deteriorating retaining walls, and a former pool-turned-mud pit that plagued the yard with drainage problems. Enter Quiet Village Landscaping (QVL), a team known for crafting luxury outdoor spaces that fuse creativity with function. [ VIEW PROJECT ](/portfolio/mason-forest-landscape/) #### Before / After ![Quiet Village Landscaping Before](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_Before.webp) ![Quiet Village Landscaping After](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_After-1.webp) [ Click here to begin your project! ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) #### MORE PROJECTS [ VIEW ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/) #### WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT QUIET VILLAGE LANDSCAPING [ READ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/customers-saying/) [ Click here to begin your project! ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) [ PLAY ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/QV_BeautySlower_1.mp4) what we do ## Sustainable Landscaping Design and Planning, built with precision and pride style care . ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. 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[Read More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/sustainable-landscaping-options-for-st-louis-yards/) --- ### [Garden and Estate Management Premier](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) **Published:** February 27, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # GEM Premier [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Garden and Estate Management Premier ## Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties. Some landscapes ask for more. More attention. More intention. More hands that understand how plants grow, how beds evolve, how irrigation and lighting support the environment, and how a property should look in every season—not just summer. **GEM Premier** was created for homes with layered gardens, established plantings, seasonal color, and systems that require oversight. It brings a thoughtful, biweekly or monthly horticultural presence to your property, supported by a structured rhythm of care throughout the year. The result is a landscape that feels curated, cared for, and consistently beautiful—without the burden of managing the details yourself. ## Year-Round Horticultural Care #### **Your gardens deserve attention beyond mowing and seasonal cleanups. Premier includes:** ###### Each visit keeps your landscape looking intentional and well tended, with a visible difference that compounds over time. ## Biweekly or monthly gardening visits + ## Bed maintenance & weeding + ## Shrub and perennial pruning + ## Seasonal bed shaping and touch-ups + ## Winter pruning for structure and long-term health + ## Seasonal Color That Welcomes You Home ##### Premier includes **two seasonal color installations** each year—designed for longevity and visual impact: - - - ##### **Summer color** for vibrant, full-season displays - ##### **Winter color to carry beauty into the colder months** ##### Each installation is chosen to complement your home’s architecture, light patterns, and lifestyle. ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Professional mowing ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Full 7-step turf program ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Crisp edging and trimming ![One spring mulch installation - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/shovel_3598160.png "Mulch - icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### One spring mulch installation ![leaf-blower Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/leaf-blower_2296570.png "leaf-blower Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Thorough blowing and cleanup ![Estate visit - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/police-officer_11287895.png "Estate visit - Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Two seasonal monitoring visits #### Three levels of care. One elevated standard. ##### Your outdoor space should feel intentional—calm, refined, and beautifully maintained. Quiet Village offers three exclusive service tiers designed to match the rhythm of your home and the lifestyle you want to enjoy outdoors. ##### Every program is guided by your **GEM — Garden Estate Manager**, your dedicated professional who oversees communication, monitors your property, and ensures consistency throughout the year. ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property. $ 69 99 Weekly - Weekly lawn care - Full 7-step turf program - Spring & fall cleanups - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Essentials ](/gem-essentials) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties. $ 179 99 Weekly - Everything in Essentials +​ - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Premier ](/gem-premier) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life. CUSTOM BUILT PLAN - Everything in Premier + - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Concierge ](/gem-concierge) ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property $ 744 17 Monthly\* - Weekly lawn care (mowing & trimming) - 7-step lawn fertilization program - Irrigation maintenance - Spring & fall cleanups OR flowers - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact (office) & text support [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Two property monitoring visits [ GEM Essentials ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties $ 1790 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Essentials - Biweekly or monthly horticultural care - Bed maintenance & weeding - Shrub & perennial pruning - Flower displays (upsell levels) - Tree & shrub care program - Perimeter pest program - Irrigation & lighting oversight - 10 annual GEM monitoring visits - Three seasonal leaf cleanups - Winter pruning, hardscape cleaning, and February fertilization - Priority storm response [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![Estate visit - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/police-officer_11287895.png "Estate visit - Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### 10 annual GEM monitoring visits [ GEM Premier ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life $ 2765 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Premier - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Long-term estate planning with 3D design reviewed annually - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Monthly irrigation management & water oversight [ GEM Concierge ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) ## Supporting the Health of Your Landscape Beautiful landscapes last longer when their underlying systems are cared for. Premier includes: - - - A comprehensive **tree & shrub health program** - A proactive **perimeter pest program** - Seasonal fertilization and targeted plant support This structured approach strengthens the entire landscape—not just isolated areas. ## Oversight for Irrigation and Lighting For properties with irrigation or landscape lighting, Premier ensures these systems receive the care they need to support year-round beauty: - - - Irrigation startup, backflow test, mid-season inspection, and winterization - Lighting system checks and fixture adjustments as needed Your systems work better, last longer, and support a healthier, more vibrant outdoor environment. ## A Rhythm Designed for All Four Seasons Premier provides a presence on your property even when growth slows. This year-round attentiveness includes: - - - **Three seasonal leaf cleanups** - **Fall mulch refresh** - **December service:** seasonal cleanup + pruning - **January service:** hardscape cleaning & inspection - **February service:** winter pruning + fertilization Your landscape stays cared for in every month of the year. ## Consistent Eyes on Your Property With 10 monitoring visits each year, your Garden Estate Manager ensures: - - - Early detection of issues - Seasonal adjustments - Recommendations to keep your landscape healthy - A watchful presence during weather extremes This is the difference between “maintained” and “managed.” ## Storm Preparedness & Priority Response When storms hit, Premier clients receive: - - - Priority deployment - Ability to advance a gardening visit to handle debris - Prompt communication - Additional options when work exceeds standard service Your property receives attention when it matters most. ## At a Glance Premier includes everything in Essentials, plus: - - - Biweekly or monthly horticultural care - Bed maintenance & pruning - Two seasonal color installations - Tree & shrub health program - Perimeter pest program - Irrigation & lighting oversight - 10 annual GEM monitoring visits - Three leaf cleanups - Fall mulch refresh - December–February winter care - Priority storm response A curated level of care for properties with depth, detail, and seasonal complexity. ## Is Premier Right for You? ##### This program is ideal for homeowners who: - - - ##### Have layered plantings or established beds - ##### Want a stronger visual impact throughout the year - ##### Prefer guidance on plant health and seasonal transitions - ##### Value a professional eye on irrigation and lighting - ##### Want their landscape to feel intentionally maintained in every season ##### If your property requires complete estate stewardship, or if you want enhancements, water management, seasonal detailing, and dedicated oversight, you may be ready for **GEM Concierge**. ### **Looking for the highest level of outdoor care?** ### ***GEM Concierge includes everything in Premier, plus full estate management, comprehensive irrigation control, plant replacement, 3D enhancement planning, and priority services throughout the year.*** [ Discover GEM Concierge ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator/) ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contact) --- ### [Garden and Estate Management Essentials](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) **Published:** February 27, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Estate Landscape Maintenance in St. Louis [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Garden and Estate Management Essentials ## The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property. Your landscape should feel effortless—clean lines, healthy turf, and a sense of order every time you step outside. GEM Essentials delivers the core year-round care that keeps your property looking polished and inviting, without the stress of coordinating services or managing seasonal tasks. It’s the perfect fit for homeowners who want dependable weekly maintenance, a proven turf health program, and seamless seasonal transitions. ## A Clean, Confident Landscape—Week After Week ##### With GEM Essentials, your property receives a consistent weekly presence throughout the growing season: ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Professional mowing ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Crisp edging and trimming ![leaf-blower Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/leaf-blower_2296570.png "leaf-blower Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Thorough blowing and cleanup ##### Your lawn looks cared for, your home feels welcoming, and the outdoor areas around your property remain clean and ready to enjoy. No scheduling. No oversight. No surprises. ## A Proven Turf Program for Year-Round Health #### Your lawn deserves more than routine maintenance—it requires a structured, science-based plan. Essentials includes our comprehensive **7-step annual turf health program**, designed specifically for the needs of St. Louis landscapes: - #### Early-season pre-emergent - #### Weed and broadleaf control - #### Summer insect defense - #### Iron treatment for deep color - #### Aeration & overseeding - #### Fall nutrient support - #### Winter root-strengthening application #### #### **The result is a lawn that looks better each season—stronger, greener, and noticeably healthier.** ## A Proven Turf Seasonal Cleanups Included Every landscape needs a clear beginning and end to each season. Essentials includes: Spring Cleanup Fall Cleanup Debris, leaves, and overgrowth are removed during these key transitions, setting up your property for success through the year. [ Schedule Turf Seasonal Cleanups ](/contacts) ## Annual Mulch Installation Fresh mulch brings a sense of polish and care to your home. Essentials includes one mulch installation each spring, giving your beds a clean, finished appearance while protecting plant roots and improving soil health. [ Schedule Mulch Installation ](/contacts) ## Thoughtful Oversight Throughout the Year Even a simple landscape benefits from professional attention. Essentials includes two property monitoring visits each year, where your landscape is reviewed with an eye for health, performance, and seasonal needs. You stay informed, and your outdoor environment stays on track. [ Schedule Essentails ](/contacts) ## At a Glance A clean, dependable rhythm of care. Everything your property needs to look consistently maintained handled for you. ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Weekly lawn maintenance ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Full 7-step turf program ![leaf-blower Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/leaf-blower_2296570.png "leaf-blower Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Spring & fall cleanups ![One spring mulch installation - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/shovel_3598160.png "Mulch - icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### One spring mulch installation ![Estate visit - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/police-officer_11287895.png "Estate visit - Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Two seasonal monitoring visits ![Single point of contact - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/phone_13224269.png "Contact Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Single point of contact #### Three levels of care. One elevated standard. ##### Your outdoor space should feel intentional—calm, refined, and beautifully maintained. Quiet Village offers three exclusive service tiers designed to match the rhythm of your home and the lifestyle you want to enjoy outdoors. ##### Every program is guided by your **GEM — Garden Estate Manager**, your dedicated professional who oversees communication, monitors your property, and ensures consistency throughout the year. ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property. $ 69 99 Weekly - Weekly lawn care - Full 7-step turf program - Spring & fall cleanups - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Essentials ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties. $ 179 99 Weekly - Everything in Essentials +​ - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Premier ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life. CUSTOM BUILT PLAN - Everything in Premier + - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Concierge ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property $ 744 17 Monthly\* - Weekly lawn care (mowing & trimming) - 7-step lawn fertilization program - Irrigation maintenance - Spring & fall cleanups OR flowers - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact (office) & text support [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Two property monitoring visits [ GEM Essentials ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties $ 1790 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Essentials - Biweekly or monthly horticultural care - Bed maintenance & weeding - Shrub & perennial pruning - Flower displays (upsell levels) - Tree & shrub care program - Perimeter pest program - Irrigation & lighting oversight - 10 annual GEM monitoring visits - Three seasonal leaf cleanups - Winter pruning, hardscape cleaning, and February fertilization - Priority storm response [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![Estate visit - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/police-officer_11287895.png "Estate visit - Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### 10 annual GEM monitoring visits [ GEM Premier ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life $ 2765 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Premier - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Long-term estate planning with 3D design reviewed annually - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Monthly irrigation management & water oversight [ GEM Concierge ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) ## Is Essentials Right for You? #### This program is ideal for homeowners who: - #### Want a consistently clean, well-kept landscape - #### Prefer a simple, predictable level of care - #### Have minimal garden or bed complexity - #### Value reliability and a polished visual environment - #### Want to protect their lawn investment without extra effort If your property includes extensive gardens, layered plantings, irrigation systems, or requires more detailed year-round care, you may benefit from our elevated **GEM Premier** program. #### **Looking for More?** #### ***GEM Premier includes everything in Essentials, plus elevated horticultural care, seasonal color, irrigation oversight, and a year-round garden presence.*** [ GET GEM PREMIER ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contact) --- ### [Garden and Estate Management Concierge](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) **Published:** February 27, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # GEM Concierge [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Garden and Estate Management Concierge ## Full estate management for your outdoor life. Some properties aren’t simply maintained—they are stewarded. They require a steady hand, an understanding of seasonal rhythm, and a level of care that brings out their full potential. GEM Concierge is Quiet Village’s highest tier of service, created for homeowners who want complete confidence that every detail of their outdoor environment is handled with intention and expertise. With Concierge, your landscape becomes a fully managed extension of your home—refined, polished, and beautifully cared for throughout the year. ## A Complete Stewardship of Your Landscape ##### Concierge goes beyond scheduled maintenance. It provides a thoughtful, consistent presence that elevates the experience of outdoor living: - ##### Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - ##### Fine pruning, bed shaping, and plant care - ##### Seasonal refreshes and visual refinements - ##### Precision work that brings a sense of luxury and order to every corner ##### This is the level of care found in private estates, boutique resorts, and architecturally significant homes. ## Complete Water Management Your landscape thrives when its water systems are optimized. Concierge includes full irrigation management: - **Monthly irrigation adjustments** - Seasonal watering strategies - Leak detection and performance monitoring - Remote water oversight through wireless control - Complimentary upgrade to smart irrigation technology - **Irrigation system warranty** for qualifying systems Your plants receive the water they need—and nothing they don’t—while you enjoy the confidence of predictable system performance. ## Plant Replacement Included ##### Concierge includes an annual plant replacement allowance, ensuring your landscape stays full, healthy, and visually complete. Aging, damaged, or underperforming plants are replaced proactively, preserving the beauty and balance of your outdoor spaces. #### Three levels of care. One elevated standard. ##### Your outdoor space should feel intentional—calm, refined, and beautifully maintained. Quiet Village offers three exclusive service tiers designed to match the rhythm of your home and the lifestyle you want to enjoy outdoors. ##### Every program is guided by your **GEM — Garden Estate Manager**, your dedicated professional who oversees communication, monitors your property, and ensures consistency throughout the year. ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property. $ 69 99 Weekly - Weekly lawn care - Full 7-step turf program - Spring & fall cleanups - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Essentials ](/gem-essentials) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties. $ 179 99 Weekly - Everything in Essentials +​ - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Premier ](/gem-premier) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life. CUSTOM BUILT PLAN - Everything in Premier + - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![GEM Essentials Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grass_16418812.png "Grass Edging icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") [ GEM Concierge ](/gem-concierge) ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property $ 744 17 Monthly\* - Weekly lawn care (mowing & trimming) - 7-step lawn fertilization program - Irrigation maintenance - Spring & fall cleanups OR flowers - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact (office) & text support [ Get Started ](/contacts) ![lawn-mower icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lawn-mower.png "lawn-mower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Two property monitoring visits [ GEM Essentials ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/) ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties $ 1790 42 Monthly - Everything in Essentials - Biweekly or monthly horticultural care - Bed maintenance & weeding - Shrub & perennial pruning - Flower displays (upsell levels) - Tree & shrub care program - Perimeter pest program - Irrigation & lighting oversight - 10 annual GEM monitoring visits - Three seasonal leaf cleanups - Winter pruning, hardscape cleaning, and February fertilization - Priority storm response [ Get Started ](/contacts) Best Value ![Estate visit - Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/police-officer_11287895.png "Estate visit - Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### 10 annual GEM monitoring visits [ GEM Premier ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-premier/) ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life $ 2765 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Premier - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Long-term estate planning with 3D design reviewed annually - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Monthly irrigation management & water oversight [ GEM Concierge ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/) ## Custom Enhancements, Thoughtfully Planned Concierge clients receive personalized enhancement planning supported by 3D design renderings. Your estate manager works with you to develop: - Seasonal and annual improvement plans - Concepts for garden evolution - Lighting and irrigation enhancements - Design ideas that strengthen your home’s aesthetic and outdoor experience Each enhancement is phased thoughtfully to match your vision and your property’s long-term growth. ## Seasonal Color at Its Finest Concierge properties enjoy elevated seasonal color programs with: - Large containers - Bespoke combinations - Premium plant selections - High-impact designs Your home arrives in every season with a sense of freshness and intention. ## Proactive Oversight, Month After Month Concierge includes a steady rhythm of professional attention: - Monthly property health reports - Detailed observations and recommendations - Regular checks of infrastructure and plant performance - Seasonal adjustments built into the schedule This level of oversight ensures your landscape doesn’t just look beautiful—it functions beautifully. ## Storm Response & Priority Scheduling When weather turns, Concierge clients receive top priority: - First-in-line storm deployment - Rapid response for urgent needs - Proactive checks after severe conditions Your property is protected with a sense of immediacy and care. ## At a Glance [ Get Started - GEM Concierge ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator/) ![Dedicated Garden Estate Manager](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_1157-large-scaled.jpg "IMG_1157-large | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **Dedicated Garden Estate Manager** Concierge clients work directly with a dedicated Garden estate manager—your singular point of communication for everything involving your landscape. From monthly reviews to enhancement planning, this relationship ensures clarity, consistency, and a personalized experience at every step. ### **Is Concierge Right for You?** Choose Concierge if you want: - A landscape that feels fully managed, not simply maintained - A year-round presence that preserves beauty and order - Oversight of water, plant health, systems, and enhancements - A highly responsive team that knows your property intimately - A refined outdoor experience that reflects the quality of your home This is the highest expression of Quiet Village care—designed for the few properties where excellence is a requirement, not a preference. ### **Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment** Your estate manager will walk the property, understand your vision, and create a plan that elevates your outdoor environment with intention and expertise. **→ [Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment](/contacts) *A thoughtful, no-pressure experience.* ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contact) --- ### [Garden & Estate Management](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) **Published:** August 18, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** ## Garden & Estate Management [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Garden & Estate Management # Garden and Estate Management in St Louis That Keeps Your Property Looking Its Best #### Great landscaping isn’t a transactional service; it’s a **partnership**. We see our role not only as the proactive stewards of your outdoor investment, but as the quiet gardner that crafts your otherworldly oasis. We handle the complex, year-round demands of property maintenance so you can simply enjoy the results: a vibrant, impeccable, and perfectly maintained estate. #### Our services are designed to offer **year-round care for homeowners** in St. Louis. This level of comprehensive maintenance goes beyond basic lawn care; it is about protecting and enhancing the value of your entire property, ensuring its beauty is consistent from the first thaw to the final snowfall. ## What’s Included in Garden & Estate Care ### Spade Edging Crisp edges define your planting beds and walkways for that polished, professional look. The difference between an average landscape and an exceptional one often comes down to the clean lines of the spade edging. This process provides a sharp, professional separation between your lawn and garden beds, preventing turf intrusion and creating a sophisticated, tailored look. It elevates the visual structure of your entire property, making the transition between distinct areas seamless and intentional. ### Yard clean up Remove debris, leaves, branches, and other unwanted materials after a storm or end of a season. The general upkeep and maintenance we provide throughout the growing season including preparation for winter months is executed by hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship. Here is a more detailed look at the expertise behind our core service offerings. ### Mowing and trimming I am item content. Click edit button to change this text. Our services are designed to offer year-round care for homeowners in St. Louis. This level of comprehensive maintenance goes beyond basic lawn care; it is about protecting and enhancing the value of your entire property, ensuring its beauty is consistent from the first thaw to the final snowfall. ### Fertilization & Plant Care We monitor soil conditions and apply fertilizers seasonally to keep everything vibrant and healthy. The start of the growing season is critical for plant health. Our early spring fertilization program is specifically designed for the St. Louis climate, providing the essential nutrients needed to awaken your garden from its dormancy. This targeted feeding ensures strong, vigorous root development, setting the stage for lush foliage and beautiful blooms throughout the year. ### Weeding & Cultivation From formal beds to natural landscapes, we remove weeds, loosen soil, and maintain bed structure to keep your garden beds fresh. We understand that a meticulously maintained garden bed is the hallmark of a luxury estate. Our crews perform cultivation of mulch and manual weeding to remove invasive species at the root. We use proactive measures to control weed growth, maintaining the health and aesthetics of your beds without relying on broad-spectrum chemicals that can harm desirable plants. This detail-focused approach ensures your garden beds present a crisp, clean appearance every time we visit. ### Seasonal Pruning We keep shrubs, small trees, and perennials properly pruned to encourage healthy growth and prevent overgrowth or crowding. Pruning is far more than just "trimming." It is a specialized, time-sensitive practice that determines the health, shape, and future bloom potential of your shrubs and perennials. Our experts utilize specialized techniques like spade edging and precision cuts to promote robust growth, control plant size, and enhance flowering cycles. We ensure every cut is made at the biologically correct time for each specific species, leading to healthier plants and more prolific blooms across your property. ## The Art and Science of Estate Care #### Maintaining a high-end estate requires both meticulous attention to detail (the art) and deep horticultural knowledge (the science). Our approach is holistic we don’t just react to problems; we use our **advance scheduling** and decades of experience **serving St. Louis since 2001** to anticipate your garden’s needs before they become an issue. This dedication is why we call it the **Quiet Village Gold Standard**. ## Flexible Scheduling Options ### **We offer tailored scheduling based on your property’s needs:** - ##### **Weekly visits** for high-touch landscapes or seasonal peaks - ##### **Bi-weekly service** for well-established gardens - ##### **Monthly maintenance** for lower-maintenance or seasonal support ![We offer tailored scheduling based on your property’s needs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_4079-large-scaled.jpg "IMG_4079-large | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![Quiet Village for Estate Management](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_1164-large-1-scaled.jpg "Quiet Village for Estate Management | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## Why Choose Quiet Village for Estate Management? - ##### 🌱 Trusted since 2001 by St Louis homeowners - ##### 🌸 Consistent crews that know your property - ##### 📸 Optional seasonal photo updates or text reports - ##### 🧤 Custom plant care plans for your unique garden - ##### 🧼 Fully insured with thoughtful, uniformed staff ## Partner With a Team That Tends Your Garden Like It’s Our Own ##### 📍 Serving estate and garden clients in **63105 63124 63130**, and surrounding St Louis areas. ##### 🌿 **Schedule a garden management consultation and see how effortless beauty can be.** ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Your dedicated QVL Designer will guide every step - Realistic visuals and price alignment - You’ll know what it will look like and what it will cost - We help navigate permits when needed [ Request a Quote ](/contacts/) #### FAQ ##### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) How often should my garden be maintained to ensure it looks its best? While we offer tailored scheduling based on your property’s needs, we generally recommend **weekly or bi-weekly service** for the most impeccable results, particularly during the peak growing season (spring through early fall). This frequency allows our crews to stay ahead of rapid weed growth and ensures seasonal tasks like deadheading and cultivation of mulch are performed promptly, keeping your garden at a “Gold Standard” level of beauty. Less frequent visits (monthly) are possible, but they require a higher level of catch-up work each visit. What specific services are included in your Garden and Estate Care program? Our Garden and Estate Management services in St Louis provide year-round care. The core services include the general upkeep and maintenance of your property throughout the growing season , with preparation for the winter months. This includes: - Weed Removal - Seasonal Pruning & Deadheading - Spade Edging - Early Spring fertilization - Cultivation of Mulch & Compost Installation We focus on the delicate details of the garden beds to maintain a beautiful property. How often should my garden be maintained to ensure it looks its best? While we offer tailored scheduling based on your property’s needs, we generally recommend **weekly or bi-weekly service** for the most impeccable results, particularly during the peak growing season (spring through early fall). This frequency allows our crews to stay ahead of rapid weed growth and ensures seasonal tasks like deadheading and cultivation of mulch are performed promptly, keeping your garden at a “Gold Standard” level of beauty. Less frequent visits (monthly) are possible, but they require a higher level of catch-up work each visit. Does your service include lawn mowing or irrigation management? While our Garden and Estate Management program focuses specifically on the maintenance and specialized horticultural care of your ornamental garden beds, hedges, and foundation plantings, we offer complementary services through Quiet Village Landscaping. These can be seamlessly integrated into your estate care plan. You may be interested in our dedicated services for Mowing, Lawn Fertilization, or Irrigation. We manage your entire outdoor environment, ensuring every element is expertly cared for. What areas in St. Louis do you serve for estate management? We proudly serve estate and garden clients in the most distinguished St. Louis areas. Our primary service areas include the ZIP codes **63105, 63124, and 63130**, as well as the surrounding St Louis areas. If you are located nearby, please schedule a garden management consultation to confirm availability. How do I ensure my property is ready for a special event or gathering? We understand the importance of having your estate look perfect for special occasions. We offer **advance scheduling**so you always know when to expect us. To accommodate your events, we can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. Simply communicate your event dates to your dedicated account manager, who ensures clear communication from start to finish, and we will prioritize having your property pristine beforehand. ## Ready to Start the Journey Toward Your Dream Yard? #### Let’s plan your outdoor oasis — the right way, from the very beginning. [ Book a Consultation ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator/) ##### 📍 We offer landscape design consultations throughout 63124, 63017, 63105, and surrounding St Louis areas. ## You May Also Be Interested In… Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Elite Estate Care [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/elite-estate-care-st-louis/) Seasonal Annual Changes Learn More Landscape Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=36339) --- ### [Functional Upgrades](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/functional-upgrades/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Functional Upgrades [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Functional Upgrades ## Functional Landscape Upgrades in St. Louis ##### Protect your property and improve the way you use your outdoor space with professional functional landscape upgrades from Quiet Village Landscaping. Our solutions are designed to manage water, improve access, and add long-lasting structure to your yard. From irrigation installation and drainage systems — including dry creek beds, French drains, and rain gardens — to retaining walls and walkways, we create landscapes that work as good as they look. 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Our team will help identify practical solutions that protect your property, prevent damage, and keep your outdoor spaces safe and beautiful year-round. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts/) ##### 📍 Serving homeowners throughout St. Louis, MO, including 63105, 63122, 63017, and surrounding areas. --- ### [French Drain](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/french-drain/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # French Drain Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» French Drain ## French Drain Installation in St Louis That Keeps Water Out of Sight — and Out of Your Way If you’ve got a soggy lawn, pooling water, or damp foundation walls, it’s time for a solution that works below the surface. Our French drain installation in St Louis solves excess moisture problems by redirecting water underground — out of your lawn and away from your home. ## What Is a French Drain? ### A Subsurface Drainage System That Solves Water Problems A French drain uses a gravel-filled trench and perforated pipe installed below your lawn to collect and redirect water. Once installed, it’s invisible — but the results are easy to see. French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain French Drain ## Signs You Might Need a French Drain - - - Water pooling in lawn after rain - Mushy or squishy ground that stays damp - Water seepage into basement or crawlspace - Slope issues that cause water to run toward your home ## Why Choose a French Drain Over Other Solutions? - Works below the surface — no visible structure needed - Helps relieve hydrostatic pressure around foundations - Lawn can be installed directly over the top - Ideal for flat or gently sloped landscapes - Can be paired with swales or dry creek beds on steep terrain ## Our Installation Process 1\. Site survey to assess slope, water flow, and depth needs 2\. Trench excavation and proper pitch grading 3\. Installation of perforated pipe + filter fabric 4\. Backfilling with gravel and topsoil 5\. Resodding (if applicable) for a seamless finish ## Quietly Solving Your Yard’s Biggest Problem [ Book Consultation ](/contacts/) ##### 📍 We install French drains throughout 63119, 63122, 63141, and surrounding St Louis areas. Book your drainage evaluation today and reclaim your lawn. --- ### [Fire Pits & Places](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fire-pits-places/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Fire Pit & Fireplace Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Fire Pits & Places ## Fire Pits & Outdoor Fireplaces in St Louis Quiet Village Landscaping offers custom Fire Pit and Fireplace Design & Installation in St. Louis, MO — perfect for you and your family to enjoy year-round. Relax by the fire, host cozy outdoor gatherings, or make memories roasting s’mores under the stars. ## Fire Pit & Outdoor Fireplace Benefits ## Add ambiance, comfort, and luxury to your patio or backyard [ DESIGN YOUR PERFECT FIREPIT ](/contacts) ## Extend your outdoor living season through fall and winter [ DESIGN YOUR PERFECT FIREPIT ](/contacts) ## Customize your fire feature with natural stone, brick, or sleek modern materials [ DESIGN YOUR PERFECT FIREPIT ](/contacts) ## Boost your home’s curb appeal and year-round usability [ DESIGN YOUR PERFECT FIREPIT ](/contacts) ## Fire Pit Project Spotlight [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PXL_20220927_165527630.MP_-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Landscape-Design-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_2587-2-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_5676-1-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_2569-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_2225-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PXL_20220927_165631615-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_2579-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/fire-pit-with-patio-2.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PXL_20220927_181332630-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_9637-2-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_2242-scaled.jpg) ## Quiet Village Gold Standards - ##### Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - ##### Commitment to using high-quality, weather-resistant materials - ##### A team of professional designers and operations specialists ensuring precise planning and project management - ##### Custom fire pit and fireplace designs tailored to your home and lifestyle - ##### Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - ##### A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: PATIO INSTALLATION [Learn More](/our-services/patio/) OUTDOOR KITCHEN & GRILL ISLANDS [Learn More](/our-services/outdoor-kitchen/) OUTDOOR LIGHTING [Learn More](/outdoor-lighting-maintenance-st-louis/) SEASONAL SERVICES [Learn More](/our-services/fall-planting/) --- ### [FAQs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/faqs/) **Published:** May 29, 2023 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # FAQs #### What are the execution terms? Dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur. Dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas. #### How do I choose an architect? Dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur. Dicta sunt explicabo. 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Leave this field empty if you're human: --- ### [Fall Clean-Up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-clean-up/) **Published:** September 26, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Fall Clean Up [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Fall Clean-Up ## Fall Clean-Up in St Louis to Prepare Your Yard for Winter As the leaves change, your landscape needs a reset. Quiet Village Landscaping offers **professional fall clean up services in St Louis, MO** to refresh your landscape, protect your outdoor spaces through winter, and set the stage for healthy spring growth. ## What’s Included in Our Fall Clean-Up Service ## Full Debris Disposal All leaves, stems, clippings, and other waste from lawns and garden areas are collected and hauled away. [ Schedule Clean Up ](/contacts/) ## Clean Spade Edging of All Beds We redefine the edges of garden beds and landscape borders with sharp, clean lines to restore structure and improve curb appeal. [ Schedule Clean Up ](/contacts/) ## Perennial & Plant Bed Cleanup Our team cuts back perennial growth and removes dead plant material to reduce winter disease risks and support healthy regrowth for spring. [ Schedule Clean Up ](/contacts/) ## Late Season Pruning We prune select shrubs and ornamental trees as needed to promote healthy growth and maintain structure before dormancy. [ Schedule Clean Up ](/contacts/) ## Fall Clean-Up vs. Leaf & Stick Clean-Up While a **Fall Clean Up** includes caring for garden beds, spade edging, and pruning, **our Leaf & Stick Clean Up service** is only leaf & stick removal from your lawn. [ Schedule Service ](/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Serving St. Louis with trusted landscaping since 2001 - Highly trained crews known for precision and care - Attention to detail, cleanliness, and high-quality results every tim - Locally owned and committed to client satisfaction ### **Quiet Village Seamless Care** **Our scheduling coordinators are ready to help you secure the best dates for your spring cleanup. Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.**📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Serving St Louis since 2001 with trusted seasonal landscaping expertise - Detailed plant care that aligns with fall maintenance best practices - Skilled pruning and edging for a polished landscape ## Book Your Fall Clean-Up Service Today **Fall is here, winter is coming — we’ll help your landscape be ready. Our scheduling coordinators will work with you to secure the best clean up dates — book now to be next on our list or reserve your service in advance. 📍 Serving homes in **63122, 63119, 63011**, and surrounding areas. [ Schedule Service ](/contacts/) --- ### [Fall Annuals & Décor](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-annuals-decor/) **Published:** September 26, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Fall Annuals & Décor [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Fall Annuals & Décor ## Fall and Winter Annuals & Decor to Celebrate the Seasons When summer blooms fade, **fall annuals and décor** bring fresh life and color to your yard. From mums and ornamental kale to pumpkins, lanterns, and themed displays, we’ve got every detail of your dream display covered. [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Seasonal Décor for Halloween Through Thanksgiving [ ![Seasonal Décor for Halloween](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4786-scaled.jpeg "Seasonal Décor for Halloween | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/fall-planting/) #### Mums, pansies, ornamental kale, cabbage, & grasses [ ![Pumpkins, gourds, scarecrows, and lanterns](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4774.jpeg "Seasonal Décor for Halloween | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/sod-installation/) #### Pumpkins, gourds, scarecrows, and lanterns [ ![Seasonal accents like hay bales, cornstalks, and fall foliage](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3381-scaled.jpeg "IMG_3381 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/spring-planting-installation/) #### Seasonal accents like hay bales, cornstalks, and fall foliage [ ![Seasonal Décor for Halloween](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4776.jpeg "Seasonal Décor for Halloween | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/native-plant-landscaping/) #### Coordinated color schemes that shift easily from October into November [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Winter Annuals & Décor​ As temperatures drop, we shift to seasonal greens and winter-friendly plants like evergreens and winter pansies. Don’t forget about seasonal décor, such as wreaths, garlands, and more! 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Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.**📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Professional design and installation through all fall phases - Custom seasonal designs for Halloween, fall, and winter - Seasonal plant expertise - Coordination with your holiday lighting schedule – plug holiday lighting ## Secure Your Seasonal Service Book early to get the best selection of plants and décor setup. Our scheduling coordinators will help secure dates that align with your holiday plans or add you next on our list for installation. Reserve your spot today and enjoy a worry-free seasonal display. 📍 Serving all around St Louis: 63105, 63122, 63144, and surrounding communities [ Schedule Service ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: Holiday Lighting [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/holiday-lighting/) Leaf & Stick Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/leaf-cleanup-removal/) Snow Removal [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/snow-ice-removal/) Fall Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-clean-up/) --- ### [Elite Estate Care St Louis | Full-Service Property Management](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/elite-estate-care-st-louis/) **Published:** August 18, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Elite Estate Care [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Elite Estate Care St Louis | Full-Service Property Management ## Elite Estate Care in St Louis That Goes Beyond Landscaping Our **Elite Estate Care in St Louis** is a comprehensive, year-round landscape service designed for homeowners who want their property expertly maintained with white-glove precision — every detail, every season, every time. ## What’s Included in Elite Estate Care ## Full-Service Lawn & Garden Care From mowing and fertilization to bed weeding, edging, and seasonal pruning — your lawn and gardens always look their best. [ SCHEDULE SERVICE ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Tree & Shrub Care Professional fertilization and ongoing care to maintain health and seasonal appeal across your property. [ SCHEDULE SERVICE ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Irrigation & Lighting Maintenance We monitor irrigation systems, make seasonal adjustments, and check your lighting system to ensure everything runs flawlessly. [ SCHEDULE SERVICE ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Snow & Ice Management Winter doesn’t pause property care. We provide prompt and reliable snow plowing, salting, and ice control for all estate driveways and walkways. [ SCHEDULE SERVICE ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Seasonal Color Displays We design and install fresh annual flowers and displays to reflect the time of year and elevate your curb appeal. [ Schedule a Cleanup ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### Quiet Village Gold Standards - Trusted maintenance experts serving St. Louis since 2001 - Fully customized estate care tailored to your home and lifestyle - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated account manager as your one point of contact ### Worry-Free Landscape Care 📍 Quiet Village provides Elite Estate Care across St Louis zip codes like **63124**, **63131**, and **63122**. We can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. ## 🌿 Schedule a complimentary consultation to discover how effortless full-service estate care can be. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## You May Be Interested In: GARDEN & ESTATE MANAGEMENT [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=36749) Lush Lawn Care [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fall-planting/) Mowing [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fall-planting/) Irrigation Maintenance [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/sod-installation/) --- ### [Dream Gardens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/dream-gardens/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Dream Gardens [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Dream Gardens # Custom Garden Design in St Louis If your landscape is ready for new life, we’re here to help. We design around your sunlight levels, color preferences, and preferred plant types for a fully customized garden. ## Types of Gardens We Create ## Cottage / English-style gardens [ SCHEDULE CONSULT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Pollinator / Wildlife & Native gardens [ SCHEDULE CONSULT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Water gardens / Pond gardens [ SCHEDULE CONSULT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Formal / structured gardens [ SCHEDULE CONSULT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Modern / contemporary gardens [ SCHEDULE CONSULT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Shade / Woodland Garden [ SCHEDULE CONSTULT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Our Garden Design Process ![1. Discovery meeting + style preferences](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1.png "1 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 1. Discovery meeting + style preferences ![2. Site assessment + light/soil analysis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Soil-Test.png "Soil-Test Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 2. Site assessment + light/soil analysis ![3. Concept design with plant palette](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Design.png "Design Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 3. Concept design with plant palette ![4. Installation by expert gardeners](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5.png "5 ICON | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 4. Installation by expert gardeners ![5. Optional recurring maintenance & seasonal updates - link to garden & estate management](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4.png "4 ICON | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 5. Optional recurring maintenance & seasonal updates - link to garden & estate management ## You May Be Interested In: Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Landscape Design [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=36749) Spring & Summer Annuals [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fall-planting/) Irrigation Maintenance [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=38364) --- ### [Community Impact](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/community-impact/) **Published:** November 11, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Community Impact [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Community Impact ## Community Impact & Volunteer Initiatives At Quiet Village Landscaping, giving back is at the heart of what we do. From sponsoring local events to volunteering at cleanups and beautification projects, we’re proud to support the people and places that make **St. Louis** such a vibrant community. Our team believes in building more than landscapes — we’re helping grow a greener, stronger, and more connected city. ## Supporting Local Events & Organizations Proud Sponsor of the Kirkwood Greentree Festival (2025) ## In 2025, Quiet Village Landscaping joined the Kirkwood Greentree Festival as a proud sponsor, celebrating community, sustainability, and outdoor living. ## Ongoing Partnership with the Jewish Community Center (JCC) ###### As an ongoing sponsor of the **Jewish Community Center**, we’re honored to support programs that promote wellness, family connection, and outdoor recreation ## Beautifying St. Louis Through Volunteerism **Adopt-a-Highway: Olivette, MO** Quiet Village proudly maintains an **Adopt-a-Highway location along Olive Boulevard in Olivette**, where our team volunteers to keep the area clean and beautifully landscaped. ## Leading the Way in Sustainable Business Since 2020, Quiet Village Landscaping has proudly participated in the **Missouri Botanical Garden’s Green Business Challenge**, consistently advancing our sustainable landscaping practices and environmental leadership. #### Highlights from Recent Years: Transitioned to paperless design processes and hybrid company vehicles #### Installed native gardens and pollinator spaces for public education #### Diverted thousands of yards of yard waste into compost and mulch #### Earned the 2024 Leader Level Award for outstanding sustainability practices ## Growing a Greener Community Together Every project, partnership, and volunteer effort reflects our ongoing mission — to make **St. Louis greener and more beautiful for generations to come.** We’re proud to support the people, parks, and programs that share our commitment to sustainability and community care. 📍 Serving communities throughout 63105, 63122, 63130, and across the Greater St. Louis area. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) --- ### [Commercial Bed Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/commercial-bed-maintenance/) **Published:** September 24, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Commercial Landscape Maintenance [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Commercial Bed Maintenance ## Commercial Landscape Maintenance in St Louis We provide **commercial landscape maintenance in St Louis** to keep your business looking professional and welcoming all year long. Whether you’re running a storefront, office complex, or HOA community, our team ensures your **landscape reflects your professionalism** from the very first glance. ## Commercial Landscape Maintenance Services: ## Weekly lawn mowing and bed maintenance [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Lawn fertilization and weed control [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Seasonal color displays & plantings [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Flower & shrub care [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Mulching & edging [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Irrigation management [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Snow and ice removal [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Year-round outdoor lighting [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Holiday lighting [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Who We Serve ![Office Complexes & Campuses](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Headquarters.jpg "Headquarters | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Office Complexes & Campuses ![Retail Centers & Restaurants](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4412-1536x1024.jpeg "IMG_4412 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### Retail Centers & Restaurants ![HOA & Condo Communities](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/7359_CAN_STREETSCAPE_WEB_IMAGE_STREETSCAPE_1__CC_RGB_920.jpg "7359_CAN_STREETSCAPE_WEB_IMAGE_STREETSCAPE_1__CC_RGB_920 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### HOA & Condo Communities ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted maintenance experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Experience maintaining commercial, municipal, and residential sites - Professional operations specialists ensuring precise planning and maintenance - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated account manager ensuring clear communication and updates ### **Ready to Refresh Your Business?** **Book your free commercial landscape maintenance quote today.**We’ll create a custom care plan tailored to your business’ landscaping needs.We can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. 📍 Proudly serving the Greater St Louis area, including **63119**, **63130**, **63017**, and more. ## You May Be Interested In: Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) SNOW & ICE REMOVAL [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/snow-ice-removal/) Spring & Summer Annuals [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/spring-summer-annuals/) Lawn Fertilization [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/lawn-fertilization/) --- ### [About Quiet Village Landscaping | St. Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/about-us/) **Published:** May 29, 2023 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** ![Our Team - Quiet Village Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/TEAM-PHOTO-scaled-1.jpg "Our Team | Quiet Village Landscaping") [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» About Quiet Village Landscaping | St. Louis, MO # St. Louis Luxury Landscaping Company Since 2001, Quiet Village Landscaping has been crafting and caring for some of the most beautiful outdoor spaces across St. Louis. What began as a small, local business has evolved into a premier, full-service landscape design and estate care firm known for timeless design, meticulous maintenance, and a personalized client experience. ## Your Dream Outdoor Space ## The Quiet Village Difference What sets us apart is not just what we build, but how we care. Our Client Success Team is dedicated to communication, consistency, and care at every step. With proactive scheduling, weekly updates, and responsive support, you’ll always know what’s happening on your property — and when. ## Our crews are thoughtful, highly trained, and deeply committed to doing things right the first time. We treat your landscape as if it were our own, combining technical expertise with a genuine passion for creating outdoor spaces that inspire [ REQUEST A CONSULTATION ](/contacts/) --- ### [Support](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/support/) **Published:** March 2, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Submit your inquiries below #### Opt-in to receive updates from us --- ### [Seasonal Color Displays](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-color-displays-2/) **Published:** February 16, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Seasonal Color Display ## Seasonal Color Displays in St Louis to Make Your Landscape Stand Out Quiet Village Landscaping offers custom **Seasonal Color Display Services in St Louis, MO** to give your landscape an eye-catching refresh year-round. Our expert designers work one-on-one with you to create garden bed or container designs that reflect your personal style, ideal color palette, and property layout. ## Why Invest in a Seasonal Color Display? - Add curb appeal with fresh flowers and plantings - Tailor each display to the season and your home’s style - Work one-on-one with a designer for a fully custom look - Designed for impact, texture, and color - Ideal for residential, commercial, or municipal properties [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ![Seasonal Color Display](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_0486-medium-rcbzwppeusuiez72rytyjoklezba4aebhudnukb9sc.jpg "Seasonal Color Display | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![More Than Just Flowers Complete Bed Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4673-large-scaled-rcbzvp1jczq48gnoci637j9yg3knbqyramxjr6ss8w.jpg "More Than Just Flowers Complete Bed Maintenance | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## More Than Just Flowers Complete Bed Maintenance - Alongside your color displays, Quiet Village Landscaping also provides: - Clean spade edging to define your beds - Fresh mulch application to retain moisture and improve appearance - Tree and shrub care including removal or replacement - Ongoing bed maintenance for weed control and seasonal transitions **Your planting beds will look intentional, elegant, and well-maintained all year long.** [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Serving the St Louis area with landscape expertise since 2001 - Expert in seasonal flower design, plant installation, and bed layout - High-impact displays created using quality plants and materials - Hand-selected plants from local nurseries for the healthiest, most colorful blooms - Deep knowledge of soil, irrigation systems, and plant care - Also offering bed maintenance, mulching, edging, and full planting services **When we install seasonal displays, we ensure each detail and color palette reflects your goals and property style.** ## Let’s Make Your Property Bloom Beautifully ### Book your free seasonal display consultation today. 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As a full service landscaping company in St. Louis, we handle everything from stunning patios and outdoor kitchens to lush gardens and smart functional upgrades. Explore our services below and take the first step toward your perfect outdoor sanctuary. [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Our Creation Services ## Transform Your Outdoors Into A Sanctuary #### With customized landscaping, sustainable practices, and decades of experience, Quiet Village Landscaping brings your vision to life. From elegant garden design to expert maintenance, find everything you need to create and enjoy your ideal outdoor space. ## Outdoor Living Luxury [ LEARN MORE ](#Outdoor_Living_Luxery) ## Functional Upgrades [ LEARN MORE ](#Functional_Upgrades) ## Dream Gardens [ LEARN MORE ](#DREAM_GARDENS) ## OUTDOOR LIVING LUXURY #### From landscape design consultation to full-scale installations—like patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and pools—our bespoke outdoor living solutions blend comfort, elegance, and function to elevate your lifestyle year-round. [ BUILD YOUR PROJECT ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator/) ## Outdoor Living Luxury #### From landscape design consultation to full-scale installations—like patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and pools—our bespoke outdoor living solutions blend comfort, elegance, and function to elevate your lifestyle year-round. [ BUILD YOUR PROJECT ](/gem-concierge-quote-estimator/) [ ![Patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4375-3000x2000.jpeg "Patio | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/patio) ### Patio [ ![Outdoor Kitchen](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/outdoor_grill_island_construction-768x768.jpg "Outdoor Kitchen | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/outdoor-kitchen/) ### Outdoor Kitchen [ ![Pergola](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Talequah-OK-Select-Outdoor-Solutions-Cedar-Base-3-768x576.jpg "Pergola | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/pergola/) ### Pergola [ ![Fire Place](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_2587-768x512.jpg "Fire Place | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/fire-pits-places/) ### Fire Pit / Fire Place [ ![Water Feature](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20240604_204005-768x576.jpg "Water Feature | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/water-feature/) ### Water Feature [ ![Pools & Poolscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/04_-_pool_privacy_plants_in_Webster_Groves__MO-768x456.jpg "Poolscaping | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/pool-poolscape/) ### Pools & Poolscaping [ ![Outdoor Lighting Installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5213-scaled.jpeg "Outdoor Lighting Installation | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/installation/) ### Outdoor Lighting Installation ## FUNCTIONAL UPGRADES #### Our functional landscape enhancements—like irrigation systems, drainage solutions, retaining walls, and walkways—seamlessly combine utility and style to protect your property, optimize water flow, and elevate your everyday outdoor experience. [ REQUEST A QUOTE ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Functional Upgrades #### Our functional landscape enhancements—like irrigation systems, drainage solutions, retaining walls, and walkways—seamlessly combine utility and style to protect your property, optimize water flow, and elevate your everyday outdoor experience. [ REQUEST A QUOTE ](/contact/) [ ![Irrigation installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_3832-768x512.jpg "Irrigation Installation | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/irrigation-installation/) #### Irrigation Installation [ ![Retaining Wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5163.jpeg "Retaining Wall | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/retaining-wall/) #### Retaining Wall [ ![Walkway - FUNCTIONAL UPGRADES](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_2689-medium-768x512.jpg "Walkway | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/walkway/) #### Walkway [ ![Drainage Solutions](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5411-scaled.jpeg "Drainage Solutions | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/our-services/drainage-solutions/) #### Drainage Solutions ## DREAM GARDENS #### Our custom garden design in St Louis turns your dream garden into a blooming reality — tailored to your tastes, space, and lifestyle. [ Request A Quote ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/request-a-quote/) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Dream Gardens #### Our custom garden design in St Louis turns your dream garden into a blooming reality — tailored to your tastes, space, and lifestyle. 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We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) --- ### [Think Green](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/think-green/) **Published:** November 11, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Think Green ## Think Green with Quiet Village Landscaping At Quiet Village Landscaping, sustainability is our passion. From the way we design landscapes to the materials we use, we’re dedicated to **eco-friendly landscaping across St. Louis, MO**. ## Our Green Mission At Quiet Village Landscaping, sustainability is our passion. From the way we design landscapes to the materials we use, we’re dedicated to **eco-friendly landscaping across St. Louis, MO**. ## Sustainable Landscaping in Action [ ### Native & Pollinator-Friendly Planting LEARN MORE ](/native-plant-landscaping/) [ ### Water-Smart Design LEARN MORE ](/irrigation-installation/) [ ### Permeable Hardscapes LEARN MORE ](/patio/) [ ### Sustainable Operations LEARN MORE ](/snow-ice-removal/) ## Leading the Way in Green Business - ![Think Green with Quiet Village Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4783-medium.jpg "IMG_4783-medium | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village proudly participates in the **Missouri Botanical Garden’s Green Business Challenge**, earning the **Leader Level Award in 2024** for our continued innovation in sustainable landscaping. **Interested in learning more about our community impact?** Read about our **local sponsorships and volunteer initiatives (link to community impact page)** to see how Quiet Village Landscaping gives back to St. Louis through service, sustainability, and community partnerships. ## Go Green with Your Landscape Join us in making St. Louis greener — one yard at a time. Our designers specialize in **sustainable landscape design**, helping you create a beautiful, functional outdoor space that conserves resources and supports local ecosystems. 📍 Serving eco-conscious homeowners across **63105, 63122, 63017**, and surrounding St. Louis communities. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) --- ### [Terms of Use](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/terms-of-use/) **Published:** March 2, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # **Terms & Conditions** **Effective Date:** March 3, 2026 Welcome to Quiet Village Landscaping. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, services, and communications, including SMS/text messaging programs offered by Evans Investment Group Inc. dba Quiet Village Landscaping (“Quiet Village Landscaping,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing our website, submitting a form, requesting an estimate, using our services, or opting in to receive text messages from us, you agree to these Terms. ## 1. Company Information **Evans Investment Group Inc. dba Quiet Village Landscaping** 9810 Page Avenue St. Louis, MO 63132 Phone: (314) 657-7050 Text: (314) 648-8494 Email: ## 2. Use of Website and Services Our website is provided for general informational purposes and to allow prospective and current customers to learn about our landscaping and related services, request estimates, schedule consultations, and communicate with our team. You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not interfere with the operation, security, or availability of the website or our services. ## 3. SMS/Text Messaging Terms By providing your mobile phone number and expressly consenting to receive text messages from Quiet Village Landscaping, you agree to receive SMS communications from us. These messages may include, without limitation: - appointment reminders - estimate follow-ups - scheduling confirmations and updates - project or service notifications - customer care communications - limited promotional or marketing messages, if you have opted in to receive them **Message frequency may vary** depending on your interactions with us, requested services, and account activity. **Message and data rates may apply** according to your wireless carrier plan. Consent to receive text messages is **not** a condition of purchase. ## 4. Opt-Out Instructions You may opt out of receiving SMS messages from Quiet Village Landscaping at any time by replying **STOP** to any text message you receive from us. After you reply **STOP**, you may receive one final text message confirming that you have been unsubscribed. After that, you will no longer receive SMS messages from that program unless you opt in again. ## 5. Customer Support Contact If you need assistance with our text messaging program, reply **HELP** to any message or contact us directly at: - Phone: **(314) 657-7050** - Text: **(314) 648-8494** - Email: **** ## 6. Carrier Liability Disclaimer Wireless carriers are **not liable for delayed or undelivered messages**. ## 7. Age Restriction You must be at least **18 years old** to opt in to receive SMS messages from Quiet Village Landscaping. By opting in, you represent and warrant that you are 18 years of age or older and are the authorized user of the mobile number provided. ## 8. Privacy Policy Your use of our website and messaging services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. Privacy Policy: ## 9. Intellectual Property All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials, is the property of Quiet Village Landscaping or its licensors and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission, except as permitted by law. ## 10. Disclaimer of Warranties This website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of the website or the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the site. ## 11. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by law, Quiet Village Landscaping shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the website, services, or SMS communications. ## 12. Changes to These Terms We may update these Terms from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of our website, services, or messaging programs after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. ## 13. Contact Information If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us: **Evans Investment Group Inc. dba Quiet Village Landscaping** 9810 Page Avenue St. Louis, MO 63132 Phone: (314) 657-7050 Text: (314) 648-8494 Email: --- ### [Tailored Gardening Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/tailored-gardening-services/) **Published:** August 6, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Tailored Gardening Services [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Tailored Gardening Services ## Designing and bring to life your Outdoor Oasis ## Garden & Estate Management [ LEARN MORE ](/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) ## Elite Estate Care [ LEARN MORE ](/elite-estate-care-st-louis/) ## Mulching & Edging [ LEARN MORE ](/maintenance-services/edging-mulching/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### Quiet Village Gold Standards - Trusted maintenance experts serving St. Louis since 2001 - Fully customized estate care tailored to your home and lifestyle - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated account manager as your one point of contact ### Worry-Free Landscape Care 📍 Quiet Village provides Elite Estate Care across St Louis zip codes like **63124**, **63131**, and **63122**. We can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. ## 🌿 Schedule a complimentary consultation to discover how effortless full-service estate care can be. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## You May Be Interested In: Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Landscape Design [Learn More](/landscape-design-consultation/) Spring & Summer Annuals [Learn More](/spring-summer-annuals/) Irrigation Maintenance [Learn More](/irrigation-system-maintenance/) --- ### [Outdoor Living Luxury](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/outdoor-living-luxury/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** /\* End custom CSS \*/ # Outdoor Living [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Outdoor Living Luxury ## Outdoor Living Design St Louis That Redefines Backyard Living With customized landscaping, sustainable practices, and decades of experience, Quiet Village Landscaping brings your vision to life. From elegant garden design to expert maintenance, find everything you need to create and enjoy your ideal outdoor space. ![Outdoor patio before renovation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ChatGPT-Image-Oct-30-2025-at-02_22_13-PM.png) ![Outdoor patio after renovation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/pondover7.png) ## Design the outdoor home addition you’ve been dreaming of. ## Your Outdoor Space, Elevated Your Way ## Crafted for Comfort and Connection From expansive patios and outdoor kitchens to cozy fire features and stylish pergolas, every element is designed to elevate how you live, cook, and gather outside. [ SCHEDULE DESIGN ](/contacts) ## Designed for Seamless Living We consider the flow between indoors and out, sun and shade, and how your family uses the space—so it feels natural, spacious, and effortlessly functional. [ SCHEDULE DESIGN ](/contacts) ## Built to Endure in Style Our high-quality materials and expert installation ensure that your space not only looks stunning, but stands up beautifully to the St Louis climate season after season. 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Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.** 📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. 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What starts as standing water after a storm can quickly lead to foundation issues, plant loss, erosion, and costly repairs. #### At Quiet Village Landscaping, we design and install **custom drainage solutions in St. Louis** that do more than move water: *they protect your investment.* #### Our approach is precise and tailored to your property’s unique grading, soil conditions, and layout. [ Get Your Custom Drainage Plan ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### Signs of Drainage Problems ##### *Here are the most common signs homeowners notice:* ## Standing Water & Soggy Lawn Areas If water lingers for hours—or even days—after rainfall, your yard drainage system isn’t functioning properly. This can suffocate turf, create muddy conditions, and attract pests. [ SCHEDULE REPAIR ](/contacts) ## Foundation & Basement Moisture Water pooling near your home’s foundation can lead to cracks, leaks, and long-term structural damage if not addressed with proper drainage solutions. [ SCHEDULE REPAIR ](/contacts) ## Plant Stress & Landscape Damage Too much water is just as harmful as too little. Poor landscape drainage can cause root rot, plant decline, and damage to hardscape features like patios and walkways. [ SCHEDULE REPAIR ](/contacts) ## Soil Erosion & Washout Rushing water can strip away soil, mulch, and planting beds. This not only affects appearance but can destabilize slopes and structures, sometimes requiring solutions like retaining walls. [ SCHEDULE REPAIR ](/contacts) ## Solutions We Offer ![Weed & Pest Control](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-4.png "Weed & Pest Control | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### French Drains ![Catch Basins](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2-4.png "Catch Basins | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Catch Basins ![Downspout Rerouting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Untitled-design-4.png "Downspout Rerouting | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Downspout Rerouting ![Dry Creek Beds](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-4.png "Dry Creek Beds | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Dry Creek Beds ![Rain Gardens](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4-4.png "Rain Gardens | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Rain Gardens ![Soil Grading and Re-contouring](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5-4.png "Soil Grading and Re-contouring | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Soil Grading and Re-contouring ![Retaining Walls With Integrated Drainage](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/6-1.png "Retaining Walls With Integrated Drainage | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Retaining Walls With Integrated Drainage [ Protect Your Property Today ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Our Drainage Assessment Process ##### *Effective solutions start with a clear understanding of how water moves across your property.* ##### Before beginning any work, we recommend scheduling a **Professional Drainage Assessment. This ensures we fully understand your site’s challenges and can deliver the most effective drainage solution**. ##### Our experts will: 1: Site Evaluation & Water Flow Analysis [Learn More](/contacts/) 2. Custom Solution Design [Learn More](/contacts/) 3. Utility & Installation Planning [Learn More](/contacts/) ## More About Our Drainage Solutions: ## DRY CREEK BED #### Dry creek bed landscaping is a natural, stone-lined drainage solution that manages surface water while enhancing the beauty of your St. Louis landscape. Designed to mimic a flowing stream, it safely directs runoff away from foundations and planting beds, reducing erosion, puddling, and property damage. Each dry creek bed is custom-built for you -- choose between stones, boulders, and native plants. They can also be paired with French drains for more complex drainage needs. [ LEARN MORE ](/dry-creek-bed/) ## FRENCH DRAIN #### French drain installation is a discreet, underground solution for persistent water issues like soggy lawns, pooling after rain, and moisture near your foundation. Using a gravel-filled trench and perforated piping, a French drain captures excess water below the surface and redirects it safely away—without disrupting the look of your landscape. Once installed, it’s invisible, highly effective, and can be seamlessly combined with swales or dry creek beds for more complex drainage challenges. [ LEARN MORE ](/french-drain/) ## RAIN GARDEN #### Rain gardens are a living, plant-based solution that manages stormwater while adding beauty and ecological value to your St. Louis landscape. Designed with deep-rooted native plants, they capture runoff from roofs, driveways, and lawns—filtering pollutants, recharging groundwater, and easing the burden on city storm systems. Thoughtfully placed near slopes, downspouts, or low-lying areas, rain gardens also create a thriving habitat for pollinators and local wildlife. [ LEARN MORE ](/rain-garden/) ## GRADING & SWALE CREATION #### Sometimes the solution starts with reshaping the land itself. Strategic grading and swales guide water naturally away from your home and toward safe drainage areas. [ LEARN MORE ](/rain-garden/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? #### **A Precise Approach:** We use advanced tools like a smart level system to digitally measure grade and ensure water flows exactly where it should. No guesswork—just accurate, data-backed decisions that prevent future issues. #### **A Process That Gets It Right the First Time:** *1)* Identify where water is collecting—and where it shouldn’t be. *2)* Determine where the water is coming from. *3)* Design a plan to redirect it effectively #### **Built for Long-Term Performance (Not Temporary Fixes):** As Rene mentions, we install smooth-walled PVC piping, not corrugated pipe, so water Flows water more efficiently, prevents debris buildup in low spots, and lasts significantly longer than standard corrugated systems #### **Thoughtful Installation That Protects Your Landscape:** We work carefully around planting beds and existing features, install downspouts in a way that prevents soil disruption and erosion, and design systems that integrate cleanly into your property. #### **Proactive Detailing:** We add rock beds beneath downspouts to prevent pooling and mosquitoes, include proper drainage outlets to avoid water buildup near foundations, and perform leaf screens and ongoing maintenance to keep systems functioning properly #### You don’t have to manage multiple contractors or second-guess the solution. *With Quiet Village, it’s handled—completely and correctly.* ## Drainage Solutions FAQs How do I know if I need a drainage system installed? If you’re noticing standing water, soggy lawn areas, erosion, or water collecting near your foundation after rain, your property likely has underlying drainage problems. These issues rarely resolve on their own—and often worsen over time. What is the best drainage solution for my yard? There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. The right solution depends on your property’s grading, soil conditions, and how water flows across your landscape. Many properties require a combination of systems—such as French drains, grading adjustments, and downspout rerouting—to fully resolve the issue. Are French drains worth it in St. Louis? Yes—especially in St. Louis, where heavy rains and clay-heavy soils can lead to persistent water retention. A properly installed French drain is one of the most effective ways to manage subsurface water and protect your foundation and landscape. Can drainage issues damage my home’s foundation? Absolutely. Water pooling near your foundation can lead to cracks, leaks, and long-term structural damage. Addressing drainage early is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home’s value. Will installing drainage systems ruin my landscape? Not when it’s done correctly. At Quiet Village, we design drainage systems to be both effective and visually seamless. Many solutions—like dry creek beds or rain gardens—actually enhance the appearance of your landscape while solving the problem. How long does a drainage solution last? A professionally designed and installed drainage system can last for decades with proper installation and occasional maintenance. The key is getting the design right from the start—not relying on temporary fixes. Do I need a professional drainage assessment? Yes. Drainage problems are often more complex than they appear on the surface. A professional assessment ensures the root cause is identified and the solution is designed correctly the first time—saving you time, money, and frustration. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: RETAINING WALLS [Learn More](/our-services/retaining-wall/) LAWN FERTILIZATION [Learn More](/maintenance-services/lawn-fertilization/) NATIVE PLANTS [Learn More](/native-plant-landscaping/) IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE [Learn More](/irrigation-system-maintenance/) --- ### [Tree & Shrub Care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/tree-shrub-care-2/) **Published:** September 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Tree & Shrub Care [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/ "Maintenance Services")» Tree & Shrub Care ## Tree & Shrub Care in St Louis to Keep Your Landscape Thriving ##### At Quiet Village Landscaping, our tree and shrub care in St Louis is built around a proven 6-step program that runs from February through December. This year-round approach delivers nutrients, controls insects and diseases, and prepares your plants for every season. ## Our 6-Step Tree & Shrub Care Program #### **What We Do:** #### Each step of our program is carefully timed to meet your plants’ seasonal needs – read about our full 6 step program [ Schedule ](/contacts) ## Year-Round Tree & Shrub Care Benefits - Prevents costly damage and emergency removals - Promotes healthier growth and flowering - Keeps your yard looking polished and cared for - Extends the life of your landscaping investments - Flat monthly billing to make budgeting easy ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted professionals serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Certified horticulturists and skilled maintenance crews - Flat-rate, monthly plans for ongoing care - A dedicated account manager as your one point of contact - Attention to detail and custom care plans for every client ### **Book Your Tree & Shrub Care Consultation** Our team will evaluate your landscape and recommend the best care plan to protect your trees and shrubs. **📍 Serving St Louis neighborhoods including 63130, 63011, 63105, and surrounding areas.** ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) ## You May Also Be Interested In… Weed removal & fertilization [Learn More](/leaf-cleanup-removal/) Precision mowing [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/precision-mowing/) Lawn aeration [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-aeration/) Lawn fertilization [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/sod-installation/) --- ### [Precision Mowing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/precision-mowing/) **Published:** September 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Lawn Mowing & Trimming [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/ "Maintenance Services")» Precision Mowing ## Lawn Mowing & Trimming in St Louis Quiet Village Landscaping offers professional **lawn mowing and trimming in St Louis, MO**, helping homeowners maintain a manicured appearance and healthy turf all season long. ### What’s Included in Our Precision Mowing Services? ## Scheduled Weekly or Bi-Weekly Visits [ SCHEDULE TODAY ](/contacts) ## Clean, Even Mow Lines [ SCHEDULE TODAY ](/contacts) ## Full-Service Trimming & Edging [ SCHEDULE TODAY ](/contacts) ## Debris Removal & Blow-Off [ SCHEDULE TODAY ](/contacts) ## Professional Lawn Mowing Benefits - ##### Protect turf health with proper mowing height and technique - ##### Maintain a clean, consistent appearance - ##### Prevent overgrowth that leads to pests, weeds, or patchy grass - ##### Improve curb appeal and overall property value - ##### Free your time while getting better results [ Schedule Today! ](/contacts) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted turf experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Experts in soil profiles, grass types, and irrigation techniques - A team of professionals ensuring precise planning and maintenance - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality service - A dedicated account manager as your one point of contact ### **Treat Your Lawn Like the Investment It Is** **Get back your weekends — we’ll handle the grass.**Schedule your first mow and get on our seasonal rotation today. We can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. 📍 Lawn mowing in 63122, 63130, 63119, and surrounding areas. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: Weed removal & fertilization [Learn More](/leaf-cleanup-removal/) Precision mowing [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/precision-mowing/) Lawn aeration [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-aeration/) Lawn fertilization [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/sod-installation/) --- ### [Edging & Mulching](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/edging-mulching/) **Published:** September 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Edging & Mulching [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/ "Maintenance Services")» Edging & Mulching ## Edging and Mulching in St Louis Quiet Village Landscaping provides professional **Edging and Mulching Services in St Louis, MO** for residential, commercial, and municipal properties. Mulch doesn’t just enhance your curb appeal — it plays a vital role in the long-term health of your flowers, shrubs, and trees. ## Edging and Mulching Benefits ## Visually defines landscape beds for a crisp, manicured appearance ## Helps retain soil moisture for healthy plant roots ## Acts as insulation during extreme temperatures ## Suppresses weed growth and limits competition for nutrients ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted landscape maintenance experts serving St. Louis since 2001 - Extensive knowledge of local soil types and plant health - Fully customized plant care tailored to your unique garden ### **Give Your Landscape the Foundation It Deserves** **Book your free consultation today.** We can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. 📍 Serving neighborhoods in **63130**, **63122**, **63005**, and throughout the St Louis area. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Landscape Design [Learn More](/landscape-design-consultation/) Spring & Summer Annuals [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fall-planting/) Irrigation Maintenace [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=38364) --- ### [Leaf Cleanup & Removal](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/leaf-cleanup-removal/) **Published:** November 12, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Leaf Cleanup & Removal [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Leaf Cleanup & Removal ## Leaf Removal in St Louis That Keeps Your Yard Fall-Ready #### Our thorough **leaf removal service in St Louis** gives your lawn and garden beds a clean, professional look just in time for outdoor gatherings and holiday guests. ## What Your Leaf Cleanup Includes - #### Responsible Hauling & Disposal: all leaves and twigs from your landscape​If you prefer, we can place them at the curb to coincide with your city’s scheduled collection. - #### Leaf-to-Curb Option: If your city offers free disposal and you’re in our service area, we can schedule your cleanup just a few days before your city’s leaf pickup to align perfectly. - #### Multiple Pickups Available: We recommend 2–3 visits between October to January to protect your lawn and keep your landscape guest-ready for the holidays. When you book now, our scheduling coordinators will help you plan each visit at the perfect time for your property. [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### Leaf Removal from Beds & Turf We remove all fallen leaves from both your planting beds and lawn. [ Schedule Service ](/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Serving St. Louis with trusted landscaping since 2001 - Highly trained crews known for precision and care - Attention to detail, cleanliness, and high-quality results every tim - Locally owned and committed to client satisfaction ### **Quiet Village Seamless Care** **Our scheduling coordinators are ready to help you secure the best dates for your spring cleanup. Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.**📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ## Why Leaf Cleanup Matters - **Protects turf** from suffocating under heavy leaf cover - **Reduces risk** of fungal disease, mold, and winter pests - **Boosts curb appeal** for fall parties, guests, and holidays - **Prepares garden beds** for spring bulbs and early planting ## Why Choose Quiet Village for Seasonal Lawn Care? - Seasonal lawn care for homes, businesses, and municipalities - Crews known for meticulous cleanups and attention to detail - Serving Greater St. Louis with precision since 2001 - Locally owned and committed to spotless results [ Schedule Service ](/contacts/) ## Get Your Landscape Ready for Fall Gatherings ##### Book your professional leaf removal now — enjoy a spotless landscape. ##### Our scheduling coordinators will work with you to plan your leaf removal at the ideal times throughout the season. Book now to get next on our route or reserve multiple visits in advance for complete coverage. 📍 We proudly serve St Louis communities including 63122, 63119, 63011, and surrounding neighborhoods. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) --- ### [Holiday Lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/holiday-lighting/) **Published:** November 12, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Holiday Lighting Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Holiday Lighting ## Holiday Lighting Installation in St Louis That Makes Spirits Bright #### Make your home or business sparkle with professional holiday lighting installation in St Louis, MO. Quiet Village Landscaping offers expert design, installation, and take down ## What’s Included in Our Holiday Lighting Services? ## Custom Holiday Light Displays From rooftops and tree wraps to walkways and lawn ornaments — we design a display that matches your vision and property style. [ GET STARTED ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Safe & Professional Installation Our trained crews handle all ladders, cords, and mounting so you can stay warm and worry-free. [ GET STARTED ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Take Down & Storage When the season ends, we return to carefully take down your Christmas lights — and store them securely for next year. [ SCHEDULE ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Decor Sourcing & Setup Need help picking out festive features? We offer full decor sourcing and setup, including wreaths, garlands, and lighted features. - link to fall & winter annuals - this should be a big picture with text linking to page [ GET STARTED ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Serving St. Louis with trusted landscaping since 2001 - Highly trained crews known for precision and care - Attention to detail, cleanliness, and high-quality results every tim - Locally owned and committed to client satisfaction ### **Quiet Village Seamless Care** **Our scheduling coordinators are ready to help you secure the best dates for your spring cleanup. Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.**📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ## Why Choose Quiet Village for Holiday Lights? - Serving residential, commercial & municipal sites in St Louis since 2001 - Reliable scheduling and prompt, professional service - End-to-end support from design to takedown - We handle the hard work so you can enjoy the holidays ## Bring Joy to Your Home or Business - **Book early — our holiday lighting schedule fills fast. Make your space magical without lifting a finger. 📍 Installing holiday lights across 63144, 63131, 63112, and more. [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: Outdoor Lighting [Learn More](/installation/) Snow Removal [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/snow-ice-removal/) Leaf & Stick Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/leaf-cleanup-removal/) Fall Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-clean-up/) --- ### [Blog – Portfolio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog-portfolio/) **Published:** May 29, 2023 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Blog --- ### [Blog – List](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/blog-list/) **Published:** May 11, 2023 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** # Blog --- ### [Privacy Policy](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/privacy-policy/) **Published:** May 14, 2026 **Author:** Sarah Taylor **Content:** # Privacy Policy Quiet Village Landscaping ## Privacy Policy Quiet Village Landscaping respects your privacy. We collect customer information such as name, phone number, email address, property address, service details, billing information, and website form submissions so we can provide estimates, schedule work, communicate with customers, process payments, and manage our services. We do not sell your personal information. We may share necessary information with trusted providers such as payment processors, scheduling software, invoicing systems, subcontractors, or professional advisors when needed to operate our business. Credit card and ACH payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers. We do not store full credit card numbers on our website. By submitting your information, you agree that we may contact you about estimates, scheduling, services, invoices, payments, and related business matters. For privacy questions, please contact us: **Quiet Village Landscaping** 9810 Page Ave, St. Louis, MO 63132 (314) 657-7050 info@quietvillagelandscaping.com --- ### [THANK YOU](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/thank-you/) **Published:** January 9, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Thank You For Choosing Quiet Village Landscaping We look forward to learning more about your space and helping you plan your next steps! [ Inspiration Gallery ](/inspiration-gallery/) --- ### [Meet Our Team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-team/) **Published:** May 29, 2023 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Meet Our Team [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Meet Our Team ## Meet the Team at Quiet Village Landscaping At Quiet Village Landscaping, our people make the difference. Every design, planting, and maintenance visit is powered by a dedicated team that brings creativity, craftsmanship, and care. Since 2001, we’ve grown from a small local business into one of St. Louis’s most trusted **landscape design and maintenance companies**, thanks to the expertise and passion of the people behind the work. ![Quiet Village Landscaping Team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_7238.jpg "Quiet Village Landscaping Team | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### Our Core Values: LOVE to PARTY Green​ ### **LOVE** - ### **L – Love** - ### **O – Ownership** - ### **V – Value** - ### **E – Efficiency** ![Quiet Village Landscaping Team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_7359.jpg "Quiet Village Landscaping Team | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![Quiet Village Landscaping Team](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Quiet_Village_Landscaping_Oasis_All-Stars.jpg "Quiet Village Landscaping Team | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### **PARTY** - ### **P – Professionalism** - ### **A – Attitude** - ### **R – Reliability** - ### **T – Teamwork - ### **Y – Quality** ## GREEN **Think Green** **Want to know what this means to our team?** --- ### [Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/) **Published:** September 25, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Our Maintenance Services [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Maintenance Services #### Three levels of care. One elevated standard. Your outdoor space should feel intentional—calm, refined, and beautifully maintained. Quiet Village offers three exclusive service tiers designed to match the rhythm of your home and the lifestyle you want to enjoy outdoors. Every program is guided by your **GEM — Garden Estate Manager**, your dedicated professional who oversees communication, monitors your property, and ensures consistency throughout the year. ### GEM Essentials The foundation of a beautiful, well-kept property $ 744 17 Monthly\* - Weekly lawn care - Full 7-step turf program - Spring & fall cleanups - One annual mulch installation - Two property monitoring visits by your GEM - One point of contact [ Get Started ](/contacts) * Based on the size of the property Essentials provides the core care every home needs to remain clean, healthy, and polished. It delivers a consistent weekly presence and a structured annual rhythm for lawns, beds, and seasonal transitions. **Ideal for: Homes with standard layouts where reliable weekly care and turf health are the main priorities. **The experience: A landscape that looks consistently maintained—without effort, scheduling, or weekend work. **→ [Learn more about GEM Essential](/garden-and-estate-management-essentials/)** ### GEM Premier Elevated horticultural care for distinctive properties $ 1790 42 Monthly\* - Everything in Essentials +​ - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) * Based on the size of the property Best Value Premier adds thoughtful gardening, pruning, seasonal color, and year-round oversight for properties with layered plantings, irrigation systems, or more complex outdoor environments. With a biweekly or monthly presence and **10 monitoring visits a year**, Premier keeps your landscape balanced, healthy, and visually polished in every season. **The experience: Your property begins to feel curated—always tended, always intentional, always ready to enjoy. **→ [Explore GEM Premier](/garden-and-estate-management-premier/)** ### GEM Concierge Full estate management for your outdoor life CUSTOM BUILT PLAN - Everything in Premier + - Weekly or high-frequency horticultural detailing - Monthly irrigation management & water oversight - Leak detection & remote monitoring - Irrigation system warranty (qualifying systems) - Complimentary upgrade to wireless irrigation control - Plant replacement program - Custom enhancement planning with 3D design - Monthly property health report - Annual estate walk with leadership - Dedicated estate manager - Eligible for snow services (add-on) - Holiday décor (add-on) [ Get Started ](/contacts) Use our online estimator tool to get a custom plan started for your backyard oasis. Concierge is our highest level of service, reserved for properties that benefit from complete stewardship. With weekly or high-frequency detailing, full water management, plant replacement, enhancement planning, and monthly reporting, your landscape becomes a fully managed extension of your home. **The experience: Confidence, convenience, and beauty—handled entirely for you. **→ [Discover GEM Concierge](/garden-and-estate-management-concierge/)** ## Transform Your Outdoors Into A Sanctuary #### With customized landscaping, sustainable practices, and decades of experience, Quiet Village Landscaping brings your vision to life. From elegant garden design to expert maintenance, find everything you need to create and enjoy your ideal outdoor space. ![Site consultation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-2.png "Site consultation | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Full Site Consultation & Water Efficiency Planning ![Custom system design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2-2.png "Custom system design | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Custom System Design Tailored To Your Yard Layout ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Installation With Minimal Lawn Disturbance ![full system warranty](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4-2.png "full system warranty | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### One-year Free Maintenance And Full System Warranty ![5-year manufacturer warranty](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5-2.png "5-year manufacturer warranty | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### 5-year Manufacturer Warranty On All System Parts ## TAILORED GARDENING SERVICES ## Lawn Mowing & Trimming ##### Maintain a clean, healthy lawn with expert mowing and trimming in St Louis. Quiet Village Landscaping offers precision mowing and seasonal care. [ LEARN MORE ](/precision-mowing/) Custom Garden Design in St Louis [ ![Lawn Fertilization](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4551-1-3000x2000.jpeg "Lawn Fertilization | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/maintenance-services/lawn-fertilization/) #### [Lawn Fertilization](/lawn-fertilization/) [ ![Aeration & Top Dressing](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_9620-3000x2000.jpeg "Aeration & Top Dressing | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/maintenance-services/lawn-aeration/) #### [Aeration & Top Dressing](/lawn-aeration/) [ ![Tree & Shrub Care](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5441-768x512.jpeg "Tree & Shrub Care | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/maintenance-services/tree-shrub-care-2/) #### Tree & Shrub Care [ ![Mulching & Edging](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5491-768x512.jpeg "Mulching & Edging | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/maintenance-services/edging-mulching/) #### Mulching & Edging ## Outdoor Lighting Maintenance ##### Keep your yard shining with seasonal lighting maintenance in St Louis. Bulb replacement, timer resets & fixture adjustments. [ LEARN MORE ](/outdoor-lighting-maintenance-st-louis/) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Irrigation System Maintenance ##### Keep your yard watered right with irrigation maintenance in St Louis. Backflow test, system checks, & winterization. [ LEARN MORE ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/irrigation-system-maintenance/) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Commercial Landscape Maintenance ##### Clean, maintained landscape for your business. Quiet Village offers expert commercial landscape maintenance in St Louis to keep your curb appeal sharp. [ LEARN MORE ](/commercial-bed-maintenance/) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) --- ### [Lawn Aeration](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-aeration/) **Published:** February 16, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Lawn Aeration Quiet Village Landscaping ## Aeration and top dressing Aeration and Top Dressing Services in St Louis, MO. The Quiet Village Landscaping experts have the skill set necessary to improve your St Louis lawn care’s health through aeration. In the process of aeration, our highly-skilled team will insert holes into your lawn to create efficient water and nutrient absorption while enhancing oxygen levels to stimulate root growth and eliminate or prevent thatch. Aeration helps your grass produce roots that fill the holes, increase the thickness of your lawn, and prevents lawn drought. Quiet Village Landscaping also provides top dressing services to filter unique compost, depending on the soil profile, down into the aeration holes to assist with quick lawn recovery. If your lawn is in need of aeration and top dressing services in St Louis, contact the professionals at Quiet Village Landscaping today. [ Learn More ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Quiet Village Landscaping ## Aeration and Top Dressing in St Louis, MO Quiet Village Landscaping is committed to providing the best landscape maintenance experience for our St Louis clients. We service St Louis and the surrounding areas with landscape maintenance including aeration and top dressing, irrigation, grounds maintenance, turf fertilization, sod installation, gardening and more! Enhance your property’s visual appearance and property value by ensuring your lawn remains healthy and thriving. If you find your St Louis lawn in need of aeration and top dressing services, make Quiet Village your first choice in landscaping design and maintenance companies. 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Quiet Village offers a full range of hardscape design services including walkway paving services to help improve the overall appearance of your St Louis home or property. The professionals of Quiet Village Landscaping will install your new walkway using pavers rather than concrete. With the addition of a paved walkway, the value of your St Louis property goes up while your new walkway becomes an appealing design aspect of your overall hardscaping project. If you’re in need of walkway design and installation in St Louis or the surrounding areas, allow the expert team from Quiet Village Landscaping to turn your landscaping dreams into reality. Contact us by calling (314) 657-7050, or by complete our online contact form. Quiet Village Landscaping is a full-service landscape, hardscape, and lawn care service We have been serving the Greater St Louis area for over 20 years and we offer a range of hardscape design services including patio construction, pergola and arbor installation, retaining walls, and more for residential, commercial, and municipal sites. When your St Louis home or property is in need of walkway paving, allow the professionals of Quiet Village Landscaping to assist you. 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Our expert **tree and shrub care in St Louis** ensures they stay healthy, safe, and beautiful throughout the seasons. If you need removal for dead, diseased, or overgrown trees and shrubs, our team provides professional service backed by years of horticultural experience. ![Tree & Shrub Care in St Louis to Keep Your Landscape Strong](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240806_201533-scaled.jpg "Tree & Shrub Care in St Louis to Keep Your Landscape Strong | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## What We Do ### Structural Trimming & Pruning Maintain strong branch architecture, prevent storm damage, and enhance curb appeal with strategic pruning. ### Disease & Pest Monitoring We check for common threats like fungal blight, insect infestations, or nutrient deficiencies and treat accordingly. ### Deep Root Feeding Deliver slow-release nutrients directly to the root zone to promote strong growth and resistance to stress. ### Tree & Shrub Removal Services We safely remove trees and shrubs that are: - Diseased or dying - Blocking light or walkways - Overgrown and damaging other plants - No longer aesthetically appropriate **Not sure if a plant should stay or go?** We can send a horticulturist to your property to evaluate and make expert recommendations. Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=36749) Elite Estate Care [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/patio/) Seasonal Annual Changes [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/outdoor-kitchen-2/) Landscape Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=36339) Tree & Shrub Care [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fire-pits-places/) Mulching & Edging [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/water-feature/) ## Why Invest in Year-Round Tree & Shrub Care? - Prevents costly damage and emergency removals - Promotes healthier growth and flowering - Maintains safety by reducing risk from weak limbs - Keeps your yard looking polished and cared for - Extends the life of your landscaping investments - Flat monthly billing makes budgeting easy From spring growth to winter prep, we keep your plants thriving in every season. ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Locally owned and operated in St Louis since 2001 - Certified horticulturists and skilled maintenance crews - Flat-rate monthly plans for ongoing care - Removal, pruning, feeding, and treatment all in one plan - Attention to detail and custom care plans for every client - Also offering edging, mulching, planting, and seasonal displays ![From Trimming to Removal, We’ve Got You Covered](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_3518-scaled.jpg "From Trimming to Removal, We’ve Got You Covered | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## From Trimming to Removal, We’ve Got You Covered ### Book your free tree & shrub consultation today. We’ll assess the health of your plants and recommend the best care or removal strategy. 📍 Proudly serving St Louis neighborhoods including 63130, 63011, 63105, and surrounding areas. [ Schedule ](/contacts) ## Ready to Start the Journey Toward Your Dream Yard? ### Let’s plan your outdoor oasis — the right way, from the very beginning. [ Book a Consultation ](/contacts) ##### 📍 We offer landscape design consultations throughout 63124, 63017, 63105, and surrounding St Louis areas. View a group of our top projects and full scale projects. --- ### [Stone Edging](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/stone-edging/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Stone Edging [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Stone Edging ## Stone Edging for Landscapes in St Louis Quiet Village Landscaping provides professional **Stone Edging Installation in St Louis, MO** to bring structure and polish to your outdoor space. Stone edging adds a clean, finished look — perfect for bordering plant beds, defining garden spaces, or framing backyard features. ## Stone Edging Benefits - Create clear borders for flower beds and planting areas - Prevent grass and mulch from spilling into walkways and garden beds - Support backyard structures like patios or trees - Dozens of natural stone and paver options customized to your taste and property style - Cap edging available to widen your stone border or split edges for more definition and color variation Stone edging not only frames your landscape — it supports it. Our edging is mortared in place, keeping it secure over time. ![Stone Edging for Landscapes in St Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_6226-large-scaled-1-768x512.jpg) ![Stone Edging for Landscapes in St Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_6565-large-scaled-1-768x512.jpg) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### Quiet Village Gold Standards - Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Use of high-quality stone and paver materials for long-lasting performance - A team of professional designers ensuring precise planning and layout - Fully customized stone edging tailored to your home and existing landscape - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish ### Worry-Free Landscape Care #### Book your free stone edging consultation today. We’ll help you select and install the perfect edging to elevate your landscape design. 📍 Proudly serving clients in **63122**, **63119**, **63130**, **63017**, and surrounding neighborhoods. ## You May Be Interested In: PATIO INSTALLATION [Learn More](/our-services/patio/) LANDSCAPE DESIGN CONSULTATION [Learn More](/landscape-design-consultation/) IRRIGATION MAINTENACE [Learn More](/irrigation-system-maintenance/) SPRING PLANTING [Learn More](/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) --- ### [Weed and Pest Control](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/weed-and-pest-control/) **Published:** February 16, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Weed and Pest Control [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Weed and Pest Control ![Weed and Pest Control](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Landscape-photos-020-682x1024-4.jpg "Landscape-photos-020-682x1024-4 | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Weed and Pest Control in St Louis, MO Weed and Pest Control Services in St Louis, MO. Weeds and pests can take over your St Louis lawn making it appear drab and dreary. The most painless way to bring life back to your yard is through weed and pest control. Here at Quiet Village, we offer weed and pest control services to restore your St Louis lawn back to beautiful. As lawn care experts, Quiet Village also suggests weed and pest control services for lively yards to help prevent insect infestations, as well as, stop the growth of weeds and fungus’. For more information on our weed and pest control services, or for any of our other landscape maintenance services, contact us by calling (314) 657-7050 or by completing our online contact form. [ Learn More ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Quiet Village Landscaping ## Weed and Pest Control Services in St Louis, MO Quiet Village Landscaping is committed to restoring and maintaining the yards of our St Louis clients’. We strongly believe that your yard is an extension of your home and should be a place where you are able to enjoy yourself. If pests and weeds are destroying your property, we encourage you to reach out to us today. Unmaintained lawns can cause added stress to your life while bringing your property value down. Quiet Village has been in the landscape maintenance industry since 2001 and we have all the necessary tools and experience to help restore and maintain your St Louis lawn. For a landscape design and maintenance company that you can trust, choose Quiet Village Landscaping. 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Annual flowers are planted for a single-season cycle, providing instant blooms to refresh your containers and garden beds. Unlike perennials, which return year after year, annuals are meant to dazzle for one season and are chosen for their variety, texture, and beautiful color. ## Annual Flowers We Plant in Spring Our seasonal displays highlight the best blooms for spring. [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5547-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5541-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_4740-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5502-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5485-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5531.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5540-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5476-copy-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5546-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5539-scaled.jpeg) ## Why Choose Annuals? - Add instant curb appeal - Refresh outdoor spaces with new colors every season - No long-term maintenance commitments - Tailor each display to the season and your home’s style - Work one-on-one with a designer for a fully custom look - Ideal for residential, commercial, or municipal properties [ SCHEDULE PLANTING ](/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### Quiet Village Gold Standards - Serving St. Louis with trusted landscaping since 2001 - Highly trained crews known for precision and care - Attention to detail, cleanliness, and high-quality results every tim - Locally owned and committed to client satisfaction ### Quiet Village Seamless Care **Our scheduling coordinators are ready to help you secure the best dates for your spring cleanup. Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.** 📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Serving the St Louis area with landscape expertise since 2001 - High-impact displays created using **quality plants and materials** - Hand-selected plants from local nurseries for the healthiest, most colorful blooms - Deep knowledge of **soil**, **irrigation systems**, and **plant care – link to irrigation maintenance** ## Let’s Make Your Property Bloom Beautifully **Book your free seasonal display consultation today**. Our scheduling coordinators will work with you to plan your annual installation at the perfect time for seasonal impact. Book now to be next on our list or reserve dates in advance in alignment with special dates or upcoming events. 📍 Proudly serving clients in **63105**, **63130**, **63119**, and surrounding St Louis areas. ## Welcome the Season with a Clean, Cared-For Landscape **Book your spring cleanup now and get your yard ready to bloom.** 📍**Serving homes in 63105,63017,63130, and surrounding areas.** [ Schedule Service ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: Fall & Winter Annuals [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-annuals-decor/) Spring Planting [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Irrigation Maintenance [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/irrigation-system-maintenance/) --- ### [Spring Clean-Up](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/spring-clean-up/) **Published:** September 25, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Spring Clean-up [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Spring Clean-Up ## Spring Clean Up in St Louis That Prepares Your Yard for a Beautiful Season Winter may be over, but your landscape needs help waking up. Our **spring cleanup service in St Louis** refreshes your lawn and garden beds, removes leaves and debris, and sets the stage for healthy growth, beautiful blooms, and warm-weather hosting. ## What’s Included in Our Spring Clean Up ## Leaf & Debris Removal We remove all leftover leaves, branches, and debris from planting beds and turf. [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Clean Spade Edging of All Beds Our crew redefines your bed edges with sharp, spade-cut lines to improve structure and boost curb appeal. [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Perennial & Plant Bed Cleanup We cut back last year’s perennials and remove any dead plant material so your flowers and shrubs can thrive. [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Tree Trimming & Pruning Maintain strong branch architecture, prevent storm damage, and enhance curb appeal with strategic pruning. [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Why Choose to Invest in a Spring Clean Up? - Encourages early blooming and healthy plant growth - Refresh your property to match the neighborhood in bloom - Get your yard ready for spring and summer gatherings - Clear debris so beds and turf absorb nutrients better [ Schedule Cleanup ](/contacts/) ![IMG_4228-scaled](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4228-scaled-1.jpeg) ![IMG_4230-scaled](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4230-scaled-1-768x512.jpeg) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### Quiet Village Gold Standards - Serving St. Louis with trusted landscaping since 2001 - Highly trained crews known for precision and care - Attention to detail, cleanliness, and high-quality results every tim - Locally owned and committed to client satisfaction ### Quiet Village Seamless Care **Our scheduling coordinators are ready to help you secure the best dates for your spring cleanup. Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.** 📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ## You May Be Interested In: Fall & Winter Annuals [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/fall-annuals-decor/) Spring Planting [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Irrigation Maintenance [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/irrigation-system-maintenance/) --- ### [Sod Installation | St. Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/sod-installation/) **Published:** February 16, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Sod Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Sod Installation | St. Louis, MO Quiet Village Landscaping ## Sod Installation in St Louis, MO **Sod Installation Services in St Louis, MO**. Quiet Village Landscaping offers a complete range of landscaping maintenance including **sod installation services in St Louis** and the surrounding areas. The highly skilled team of Quiet Village Landscaping are experts in soil preparation, and will ensure that your lawn will grow deep roots after the **sod installation in St Louis** is complete. There are multiple benefits in having sod installed including an instant lawn, less irrigation, faster use for outdoor activities, and soil protection. If you’d like a beautiful instant lawn without the hassles of erosion and weeds, contact Quiet Village Landscaping today for a free sod installation quote. Here at Quiet Village Landscaping, we are proud to serve residential, commercial, and municipal properties in the greater St Louis area with expert landscape design and maintenance services. Since 2001 our team of experts have assisted St Louis residents in the process of creating and maintaining their dream yards. Our complete line of **landscape maintenance services** includes everything from **sod installation** to weed and pest control and everything in between. We take pride in our work, and we genuinely want you to have the lawn you deserve. Quiet Village Landscaping is committed to customer satisfaction, and our team enjoys stopping in as the years pass to see how your landscaping project matures and grows into what we’ve envisioned and created together. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Featured Planting Projects From vibrant seasonal color to expertly installed trees and shrubs, our planting gallery showcases the beauty, precision, and care behind every landscape we create. 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When winter storms hit, our experienced team responds quickly to clear walkways, driveways, and paths — keeping your property safe and accessible. Whether you need on-call service or proactive care all season long, we offer flexible snow plans that fit your needs. [ Schedule Service ](/contacts) ## What's Included in Snow & Ice Removal? ## Snow Plowing & Clearing Fast, efficient plowing for driveways, sidewalks, and high-traffic areas. [ SCHEDULE PLOWING ](/contacts) ## Ice Control & Salting Salt and ice-melt applications to prevent slippery buildup. [ SCHEDULE ICE & SALT ](/contacts) ## Seasonal Service Plans Custom snow response plans based on your property’s needs. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Residential & Commercial Options Scalable services for homes, offices, retail centers, and municipalities. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Tiered Snow Removal Pricing Option Choose the level of snow care that works best for you. All plans are backed by our expert crews and dependable response — but the speed, frequency, and priority vary depending on your plan: ### 🥇 GOLD Plan – Highest Priority & On-Site Service $ 99 99 Per Month - ❄️ Proactive snow management with a plow truck assigned to your property or business - ❄️ Pre-treatment salting before storms begin - ❄️ Continuous plowing to maintain clear access at all times - ❄️ Post-treatment salting for added safety - ❄️ Designed for essential businesses and high-traffic locations that need to stay open no matter what - ❄️ Best for: Medical offices, hospitals, urgent care centers, pharmacies, and essential operations [ Get Started ](/contacts) ### 🥈 SILVER Plan – Standard Priority & Most Popular $ 79 99 Per Month - ❄️ Pre-treatment salting when winter weather is forecasted - ❄️ Plowing begins at 2 inches of accumulation, and continues every 2 inches throughout the storm - ❄️ We may arrive after more than 2 inches — routes are triggered at 2”, but Gold clients are serviced first - ❄️ Post-treatment salting after snow has stopped falling and no more accumulation is expected - ❄️ Best for: Most homeowners and small businesses seeking reliable, scheduled service [ Get Started ](/contacts) ### 🥉 BRONZE Plan – On-Request Snow Removal $ 59 99 Per Month - ❄️ We come only when you call to request service - ❄️ Serviced after all Silver and Gold clients - ❄️ Best for: Homeowners with flexible schedules who are comfortable staying in during the snow - - [ Get Started ](/contacts) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### Quiet Village Gold Standards - Serving St. Louis with trusted landscaping since 2001 - Highly trained crews known for precision and care - Attention to detail, cleanliness, and high-quality results every time - Locally owned and committed to client satisfaction ### Quiet Village Seamless Care **Our scheduling coordinators are ready to help you secure the best dates for your spring cleanup. Book now to be next on our list or plan ahead to align with your preferred schedule.** 📍 Serving homes in **63105**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) ## You May Be Interested In: Mowing [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/precision-mowing/) Leaf & Stick Clean Up [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/leaf-cleanup-removal/) Gem [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) Holiday Lighting [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/holiday-lighting/) --- ### [Seasonal Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-services/) **Published:** September 25, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Seasonal Services [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Seasonal Services ## Seasonal Landscaping Services in St. Louis No matter the season, Quiet Village is here to make your property shine. Explore our seasonal services below and book early to secure your spot. Our scheduling coordinators would love to help right away or schedule your services in alignment with holidays and special dates. ## Spring Cleanup Refresh your landscape with professional spring clean up services in St. Louis. Full service spade edging, debris removal, and bed prep. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Spring & Summer Annuals Brighten your property with vibrant spring and summer annuals in St Louis, MO. Seasonal container displays and bed flowers designed and installed by Quiet Village Landscaping. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Fall Clean-Up Prep your landscape for winter with fall clean up in St Louis. Quiet Village clears beds, cuts back perennials, and edges gardens to protect your yard. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Fall Annuals & Décor Bring fall color and seasonal charm to your property with custom annuals and décor in St Louis. Includes Halloween, Thanksgiving, and winter touches. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Leaf Clean up & Removal Prepare to host friends & family with professional leaf removal in St Louis, MO. Remove leaves from lawns and garden beds. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Snow & Ice Removal Stay safe this winter with reliable snow removal in St Louis. Driveway plowing, salting, and commercial property management. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis ## Holiday Lighting Installation Make the season shine with holiday lighting in St Louis. Professional Christmas light installation, takedown, and storage. [ Request A Quote ](/contacts) Custom Garden Design in St Louis --- ### [Seasonal Color Displays](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/seasonal-color-displays/) **Published:** September 26, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Seasonal Color Displays [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Seasonal Color Displays ## Seasonal Color Displays in St Louis to Make Your Landscape Stand Out Quiet Village Landscaping offers custom **Seasonal Color Display Services in St Louis, MO** to give your landscape an eye-catching refresh year-round. Our expert designers work one-on-one with you to create garden bed or container designs that reflect your personal style, ideal color palette, and property layout. ## Why Invest in a Seasonal Color Display? - Add curb appeal with fresh flowers and plantings - Tailor each display to the season and your home’s style - Work one-on-one with a designer for a fully custom look - Designed for impact, texture, and color - Ideal for residential, commercial, or municipal properties [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ![Seasonal Color Display](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_0486-medium-rcbzwppeusuiez72rytyjoklezba4aebhudnukb9sc.jpg "Seasonal Color Display | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![More Than Just Flowers Complete Bed Maintenance](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4673-large-scaled-rcbzvp1jczq48gnoci637j9yg3knbqyramxjr6ss8w.jpg "More Than Just Flowers Complete Bed Maintenance | Quiet Village Landscaping") ## More Than Just Flowers Complete Bed Maintenance - Alongside your color displays, Quiet Village Landscaping also provides: - Clean spade edging to define your beds - Fresh mulch application to retain moisture and improve appearance - Tree and shrub care including removal or replacement - Ongoing bed maintenance for weed control and seasonal transitions **Your planting beds will look intentional, elegant, and well-maintained all year long.** [ Schedule Service ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Serving the St Louis area with landscape expertise since 2001 - Expert in seasonal flower design, plant installation, and bed layout - High-impact displays created using quality plants and materials - Hand-selected plants from local nurseries for the healthiest, most colorful blooms - Deep knowledge of soil, irrigation systems, and plant care - Also offering bed maintenance, mulching, edging, and full planting services **When we install seasonal displays, we ensure each detail and color palette reflects your goals and property style.** ## Let’s Make Your Property Bloom Beautifully ### Book your free seasonal display consultation today. We’ll design a bold, beautiful display that fits your vision and space.![Proud Serving Client Icon](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/svg/1f4cd.svg) Proudly serving clients in **63105**, **63130**, **63119**, and surrounding St Louis areas. 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Our expert-designed rain gardens in St Louis help you conserve water, reduce runoff, and beautify your space. ## What Is a Rain Garden? [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/rsz_img_9715-1.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/full-service-landscaping-for-homes-in-St.-Louis-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/edging-and-mulching-2.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1000009549-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_20210429_151745-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/large-retaining-wall-st-louis.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/eLd3Jvj0QT6UrA1Z-large-scaled-e1749230358134.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1339-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_1331-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_20210429_151745-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MasonFront_After.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1272-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/deborah-lehmann-YUToH-SP7Oo-unsplash-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_3862-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1277-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/rsz_img_9648.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1312-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_3847-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Landscape-photos-028-e1420924922306.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1323-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_4649-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_2689-medium.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1315-scaled.jpeg) ### A Living Drainage Solution Rain gardens use a shallow basin filled with deep-rooted native plants to capture and filter water from roofs, driveways, and lawns. ### Natural Water Filtration They remove pollutants, recharge groundwater, and reduce the load on city stormwater systems. ### Wildlife Oasis Rain gardens create food and shelter for bees, butterflies, frogs, and birds. ## Ideal Locations for Rain Gardens - At the bottom of slopes - Within low-lying lawn areas - Adjacent to patios or walkways - Near driveways or sump pump outlets - Below downspouts ## Our Installation Process 1\. Site evaluation + water flow planning 2\. Soil test + excavation 3\. Native plant selection 4\. Planting, mulching, and shaping 5\. Optional border stone, signage, or path # Elite Estate Care ## Manage Water. Grow Beauty. Support Wildlife. ### Schedule your free rain garden consultation today. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) #### We’ll design a garden that works with the weather — not against it. ![Proud Serving Client Icon](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/svg/1f4cd.svg) Working across 63005, 63119, 63141, 63144, and more. --- ### [Water Feature](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/water-feature/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Water Feature Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Water Feature ## Water Features in St Louis ##### Whether you dream of a peaceful backyard waterfall, a bubbling rock fountain, or a vibrant koi pond, our landscape water features in St Louis make your yard feel like a retreat. ## Water Features We Install ![Waterfalls Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2-1.png "Waterfalls Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Waterfalls ![Pondless Water Features Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-1.png "Pondless Water Features Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Pondless Water Features ![Koi Ponds icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-1.png "Koi Ponds icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Koi Ponds ![Rock Bubblers Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4-1.png "Rock Bubblers Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Rock Bubblers ![Fountain Walls or Urns Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5-1.png "Fountain Walls or Urns Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Fountain Walls or Urns ![Pool Water Features Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/6.png "Pool Water Features Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Pool Water Features ## Backyard waterfalls & pondless waterfalls [ LETS DESIGN YOURS ](/contacts) ## Koi ponds & fish-friendly water gardens [ LETS DESIGN YOURS ](/contacts) ## Bubblers & bubbling boulders [ LETS DESIGN YOURS ](/contacts) ## Fountain walls, urn fountains, and decorative accents [ LETS DESIGN YOURS ](/contacts) ## Streams & recirculating water channels [ LETS DESIGN YOURS ](/contacts) ## Pool water features & integrated spa waterfalls [ LETS DESIGN YOURS ](/contacts) ## Water Feature Maintenance & Care ##### Keeping your water feature clean and functioning ensures it remains a focal point of your landscape. Our water feature maintenance services in St Louis include: ![Waterfalls Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2-1.png "Waterfalls Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### **Seasonal Cleaning** – remove debris, algae, and sediment for clear water ![Winterization Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/repair_13778230.png "Winterization Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### **Activation & Winterization** – start systems in spring and safely shut them down before winter freezes ![Koi Ponds icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-1.png "Koi Ponds icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### **Chemical Application** – balance water quality to protect fish, plants, and equipment ![Repair Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pond_Pump.png "Repair Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### **Repairs** – fix pumps, liners, leaks, or other mechanical issues ![Plant Maintenance Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pond_4251873.png "Plant Maintenance Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### **Plant Maintenance** – care for aquatic plants to keep your pond or feature healthy and attractive [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_6510.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_1295-large-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240604_204110-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_6278-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_0243-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240701_091659-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1330-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240604_204005-2-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_6291-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_0235-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/koi-dish.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240604_204009-2-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_0241.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_1327-large-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240604_204123-2-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_6262-scaled.jpg) ## Quiet Village Gold Standards - Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Commitment to using high-quality, weather-resistant materials - A team of professional designers and operations specialists ensuring precise planning and project management - Custom water feature design tailored to your home and lifestyle - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish ## Let Your Yard Flow With Peace [ Book Your Consultation ](/contacts) ##### We’ll design and maintain a water feature that brings tranquility and movement to your outdoor space. 📍 Serving St Louis, including 63144, 63110, 63119, and more. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) ## You May Be Interested In: CUSTOM GARDENS [Learn More](/dream-gardens/) OUTDOOR LIGHTING [Learn More](/outdoor-lighting-maintenance-st-louis/) POOLS AND POOLSCAPING [Learn More](/our-services/pool-poolscape/) FIREPIT / FIREPLACE [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/sod-installation/) --- ### [Walkway](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/walkway/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Pathway [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Walkway ## Pathways and Walkways in St Louis ##### Quiet Village Landscaping offers professional **Path walkways design and installation in St Louis, MO** to elevate curb appeal, address troubled turf areas, and guide foot traffic. Update your existing pathways or start fresh, we’ll help you create a design that enhances your property’s layout while improving accessibility. [ Find A New Path ](/contacts) ## Popular Walkway Materials #### We use a range of materials to match your style and function. Some favorites include: - Paver pathway / interlocking pavers – classic and customizable - Flagstone walkways – natural, rustic elegance - Gravel / crushed stone paths – cost-effective, permeable, low-profile - Stepping stones / natural stone slabs – garden-style paths - Concrete pavers or stamped concrete – clean lines and low-maintenance - Permeable pavers / porous paving – lets water drain, great for storm control - Brick pathways / clay brick pavers – timeless, warm tones, classic appeal - Slate, limestone, or other natural stone varieties – high-end, natural look ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Commitment to using high-quality, weather-resistant materials - A team of professional designers and operations specialists ensuring precise planning and project management - Fully customized pathways and walkways tailored to your home and existing landscape - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish ### **Quiet Village Seamless Care** **Book your free walkway consultation today.** We’ll design and install a custom path or entry that complements your home and existing landscape. 📍 Serving neighborhoods throughout **63122**, **63119**, **63130**, and beyond. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) ## You May Be Interested In: OUTDOOR LIGHTING [Learn More](/outdoor-lighting-maintenance-st-louis/) PATIO [Learn More](/our-services/patio/) FIRE PIT & FIREPLACE [Learn More](/our-services/fire-pits-places/) --- ### [Spring Planting Installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Spring Planting Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Spring Planting Installation ## Planting Services in St Louis, MO That Starts the Season Off Right Our professional **planting services in St Louis, MO** bring new life to your landscape with **flower planting, tree planting, shrub planting, and perennial installations**. ## Perennials That Come Back Every Year ### Unlike annuals, which provide one season of color, perennials return year after year with reliable growth and beauty. Planting perennials in spring or summer gives them time to establish strong roots and thrive for seasons to come. ### Pictures from the field ### Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Serving St. Louis with expert planting since 2001 - Hand-selected plants from trusted local nurseries - Personalized plans based on colors, textures, and style - Precise, detail-oriented planting every time - Prevent soil erosion with strategic planting - Dedicated to excellent service and complete satisfaction ### **Make Your Yard Pop!** **Schedule your spring & summer planting now!** Our availability fills fast — book now to guarantee color and curb appeal. Our scheduling coordinators will work with you to secure installation dates that fit your calendar, or you can get next on our list right away. 📍 Providing spring installs across 63017, 63119, 63141, and more. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contact) ## You May Be Interested In: Garden & Estate Management [Learn More](/garden-and-estate-management-st-louis/) SPRING PLANTING [Learn More](/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) ELITE ESTATE CARE [Learn More](/elite-estate-care-st-louis/) IRRIGATION MAINTENACE [Learn More](/irrigation-system-maintenance/) --- ### [Sod Installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/sod-installation/) **Published:** June 6, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Sod Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Sod Installation ## Sod Installation in St Louis, MO ##### Quiet Village Landscaping’s professional **Sod Installation** gives you a green lawn in days instead of weeks. [![Sod Installation in St Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_8631-2.jpg "Sod Installation in St Louis, MO | Quiet Village Landscaping")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_8631-2.jpg) [![Sod Installation in St Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1438-scaled.jpg "Sod Installation in St Louis, MO | Quiet Village Landscaping")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1438-scaled.jpg) [![Sod Installation in St Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/mowing.jpg "Sod Installation in St Louis, MO | Quiet Village Landscaping")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/mowing.jpg) [![Sod Installation in St Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1421-scaled.jpg "Sod Installation in St Louis, MO | Quiet Village Landscaping")](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1421-scaled.jpg) ### **Benefits of Sodding** - Instant lawn compared to the waiting period with seeding - Consistent coverage helps prevent weed growth from the start - Faster use for outdoor activities ## Caring for Your New Sod #### Proper watering is essential to help sod take root and stay healthy. Over or under-watering can affect establishment, so following a consistent routine is key. **[Read our \[Sod Watering Guidelines →\]](#)** to learn exactly how to keep your new lawn lush and thriving. #### [ START YOUR DREAM LAWN TODAY ](/contacts) ## Quiet Village Gold Standards - Specialized in sod installation since 2001 - Fresh-cut sod sourced directly from trusted local growers - A team of professionals ensuring precise planning and layout - Sodding tailored to your property and existing landscape - Committed to customer satisfaction and dedicated to seeing your lawn thrive over time - Committed to customer satisfaction and dedicated to seeing your lawn thrive over time ## Let’s Roll Out a New, Beautiful Lawn ##### Schedule Your Sod Install! ##### We’ll handle the prep and setup so you can enjoy a green yard immediately. Book now to join our schedule right away or plan your sod installation in advance — our team will coordinate the timing so your lawn is installed when it works best for you. [ Schedule Now ](/contacts) ##### 📍 Providing sod installs across 63144, 63117, 63005, and more. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: Irrigation Maintenance [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/?page_id=38364) Lawn Fertilization [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/lawn-fertilization/) Mowing [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/precision-mowing/) Drainage Solutions [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/drainage-solutions/) --- ### [Retaining Wall](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/retaining-wall/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Retaining Wall Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Retaining Wall ## Retaining Walls in St Louis #### Quiet Village Landscaping offers custom **Retaining Wall Installation in St Louis, MO**, designed to protect your property while adding structure and style. Whether you need erosion control, slope stabilization, or a tiered garden bed, our expert team will design and install a solution for your unique landscape. ## Retaining Wall Benefits - ##### Prevent soil erosion on sloped properties - ##### Avert water runoff, flooding, and sinkholes - ##### Reduce long-term maintenance and landscape wear - ##### Support elevation changes in a functional and aesthetic way - ##### Expand usable yard space with terracing - ##### Add clean, visual structure to your outdoor space - ##### Increase curb appeal and property value ## Types of Retaining Walls We Install ## Segmental Retaining Walls (SRWs): Interlocking concrete units ideal for sloped or multi-level yards [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Modular Block Walls: Manufactured blocks with a consistent look [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Natural Stone Walls: For a rustic, timeless aesthetic that blends beautifully with native landscaping [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Garden Walls: Smaller, non-load-bearing walls ideal for flower beds or landscape accents [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Tiered Wall Systems: Step-style solutions that increase planting space and allow better water control [ Schedule a Cleanup ](/contacts) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Commitment to using high-quality, weather-resistant materials - A team of professional designers and operations specialists ensuring precise planning and project management - Fully customized retaining walls tailored to your home and existing landscape - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish ### **Quiet Village Seamless Care** **Book your free retaining wall consultation today.** We’ll assess your property, recommend the best solution, and provide a custom installation plan. 📍 Serving property owners across **63119**, **63005**, **63122**, and nearby areas. ### Retaining Wall Project Spotlight [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/sqPXL_20220927_173420846-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PXL_20220927_173420846-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20241001_200129-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_1298-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1251-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1312-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1298-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1277-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/sdfsk-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Walls_Image2.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240627_212921-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Zenwall_2023_01.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PXL_20220927_173412991-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1325-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240627_212912-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240627_214457-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1315-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1240-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_4639-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1299-scaled.jpeg) ## When you choose Quiet Village Landscaping, you’re getting more than a wall — you’re getting long-term peace of mind. ### To learn more about choosing the right team for your project Contact Us [ Contact Us ](/contacts) ##### Our experienced team will ensure your retaining wall is built to last and styled to enhance your outdoor living space. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: PATIO INSTALLATION [Learn More](/our-services/patio/) DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS [Learn More](/our-services/drainage-solutions/) LANDSCAPE DESIGN SONSULTATION [Learn More](/landscape-design-consultation/) SPRING PLANTING [Learn More](/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) --- ### [Pergola Installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/pergola-installation/) **Published:** February 27, 2026 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Pergola Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Pergola Installation ## Pergola Installation in St Louis A pergola brings structure and comfort to your yard, offering a defined space for relaxing, dining, or entertaining. With expert pergola and arbor solutions in St Louis, Quiet Village Landscaping creates custom shade structures that feel like a seamless extension of your home. ## A Partnership That Brings Shade to the Next Level We’re proud to partner with Intellishade, a premier pergola manufacturer known for innovation, craftsmanship, and elegant design. - Motorized canopies that open and close at the touch of a button - Louvered pergolas with rotating slats for sunlight control - Retractable canopy pergolas powered by Intellishade’s smart systems - Freestanding pergolas for standalone areas or garden retreats - Attached pergolas that extend directly from your home or porch - Wood, vinyl, aluminum, or composite materials built for durability - Optional upgrades: Integrated lighting, ceiling fans, heaters, privacy panels, and more ## Types of Pergolas We Build [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Talequah-OK-Select-Outdoor-Solutions-Cedar-Base-3.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Urban-Oasis-Design-and-Construction-Backyard3.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/outdoor-kitchen-2.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/outdoor-kitchen.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Urban-Oasis-Design-and-Construction-green-house.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Poolside-Pergola.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/929-Tucker-Ln-251-2.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/outdoor-kitchen-3.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IntelliShade-Nov-Content-4.jpeg) ## Turn Sun-Soaked Space into a Private Escape #### Let’s build your dream pergola. Add structure and shade to your outdoor space with custom-built pergolas and arbors — crafted by Quiet Village and powered by Intellishade innovation. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) ##### 📍 Proudly serving St Louis zip codes: 63124, 63038, 63131, and more. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts) ## You May Be Interested In: WATER FEATURE [Learn More](/our-services/water-feature/) POOL & POOLSCAPE [Learn More](/our-services/pool-poolscape/) OUTDOOR LIGHTING INSTALLATION [Learn More](/outdoor-lighting-maintenance-st-louis/) FIRE PIT / FIREPLACE [Learn More](/our-services/fire-pits-places/) --- ### [Pool & Poolscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/pool-poolscape/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Pool & Poolscape Design [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Pool & Poolscape ### Poolscape Design in St Louis for the Perfect Poolside Retreat​ #### A stunning swimming pool is only as enjoyable as the space around it. At Quiet Village Landscaping, we specialize in poolscape design in St Louis to create luxurious outdoor spaces built for relaxing, entertaining, and soaking up the sun. From planting and lighting to patios and privacy screens, we design every element surrounding your swimming pool. ## What Is a Poolscape? #### A poolscape includes all the landscaping and features that surround your swimming pool: - #### **Tree planting for privacy, beauty, and seasonal interest – link to fall planting** - #### **Poolside patios, sun shelves, and lounge areas for relaxing – link to patios** - #### **Built-in lighting and outdoor sound systems** - #### **Decorative retaining walls, garden beds, and raised planters** - #### **Drainage and grading tailored to your property and pool type** ## Pool Installation by Trusted Local Partners #### While **Quiet Village does not install pools**, we design full pool environments and work hand-in-hand with some of the **best pool contractors in St Louis**. 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We’ll bring your vision to life with expert planning, 3D renderings, and contractor recommendations. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) ##### 📍 Serving clients across 63124, 63130, 63017, and surrounding St Louis areas. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: WATER FEATURE [Learn More](/our-services/water-feature/) POOL & POOLSCAPE [Learn More](/our-services/pool-poolscape/) OUTDOOR LIGHTING INSTALLATION [Learn More](/outdoor-lighting-maintenance-st-louis/) FIRE PIT / FIREPLACE [Learn More](/our-services/fire-pits-places/) --- ### [Outdoor Kitchen](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/outdoor-kitchen/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** ## Outdoor Kitchen Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Outdoor Kitchen ## Outdoor Kitchens in St. Louis — Grill, Gather & Enjoy ##### Quiet Village Landscaping designs and installs custom Outdoor Kitchen and Grill Islands in St Louis, MO. Grill dinner, host a BBQ, or sip wine outdoors, all in your own backyard. Our outdoor kitchens are built with purpose, elegance, and durability to match your lifestyle and space. ## Outdoor Kitchen Benefits - ###### **Enjoy the comforts of home while living outside** - ###### **Cook, dine & entertain al fresco** - ###### **Extend your usable living space** - ###### **Create a built-in hub for gatherings** - ###### **Add value to your property** ## Quiet Village Gold Standards ## Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 ## Commitment to using high-quality, weather-resistant materials ## A team of professional designers and operations specialists ensuring precise planning and project management ## Custom outdoor kitchen designs tailored to your home and lifestyle ## Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship ## A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish # Make Your Backyard the Heart of the Home Book your consultation today! You can join our schedule now or plan your project in advance — our team will coordinate the timeline so construction begins when it works best for you. [ SCHEDULE YOUR KITCHEN DESIGN TODAY ](/contacts/) ## Client Spotlight Tucker Ln Project - Outdoor living with Kitchen and Pergola [ Click Here ](/elegant-outdoor-kitchen-dining-space-in-st-louis/) ## Client Spotlight Client 2 Project - Outdoor living with Kitchen, Fireplace and Dinning [ Click Here ](/outdoor-living-luxury/) ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## You May Also Be Interested In… Patio Installation [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/patio/) Outdoor Lighting [Learn More](/installation) Firepits & Fireplaces [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fire-pits-places/) --- ### [Patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/patio/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Patio Paving [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Patio ## Patio Installation in St Louis That Brings Outdoor Living to Life #### Looking to enhance your outdoor space? Our custom paver patio installation in St Louis creates a functional extension of your home. #### Host summer BBQs, enjoy quiet mornings, or spend quality time with family. From timeless brick patios to sleek stone paver layouts, our patios are as stylish as they are durable. ## Extraordinary Outdoor Living Spaces [ Start Your Dream Patio Today ](/contacts) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5546-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5544-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_0266-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_5585-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1343-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_1242-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20220927_160129861-large-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5547-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_5554-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5478-1-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5251-scaled.jpeg) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_5558-scaled.jpg) ## Quiet Village Gold Standards - ##### Trusted hardscape experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - ##### Commitment to using high-quality, weather-resistant materials - ##### A team of professional designers and operations specialists ensuring precise planning and project management - ##### Fully customized designs tailored to your home and lifestyle - ##### Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality craftsmanship - ##### A dedicated project coordinator ensuring clear communication and updates from start to finish ## Our Patio Installation Process ![1. Discovery meeting + style preferences](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1.png "1 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 1. Free Design Consultation ![ICON](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2.png "2 ICON | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 2. On-Site Evaluation ![ICON](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3.png "3 ICON | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 3. Material Selection & Proposal ![4. Installation by expert gardeners](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5.png "5 ICON | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 4. Installation ![5. Optional recurring maintenance & seasonal updates - link to garden & estate management](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4.png "4 ICON | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### 5. Final Walkthrough + Care Instructions ## Ready to Transform Your Backyard? ### Let’s build a patio that’s made for memories. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) #### Book your consultation today and discover why Quiet Village Landscaping is St. Louis’s trusted name in paver patio installation. You can join our schedule now or plan your project in advance — our team will coordinate the timeline so construction begins when it works best for you. ##### 📍 Serving zip codes: 63005, 63122, 63141, and more ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ## You May Also Be Interested In… Fire Pit / Fireplace [Learn More](/our-services/fire-pits-places/) Water Feature [Learn More](/our-services/water-feature/) Pools & Poolscaping [Learn More](/our-services/pool-poolscape/) --- ### [Irrigation Installation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/irrigation-installation/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Irrigation & Sprinkler System Installation [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Irrigation Installation ## Irrigation & Sprinkler System Installation in St Louis for a Worry-Free Watering Plan #### At Quiet Village Landscaping, we offer custom irrigation and sprinkler system installation in St. Louis, MO. Irrigation systems keep your lawn and garden regularly watered and protected. ## Everything Included in Your Irrigation Installation: ![Site consultation](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-2.png "Site consultation | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Full site consultation & water efficiency planning ![Custom system design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2-2.png "Custom system design | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Custom system design tailored to your yard layout ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### Installation with minimal lawn disturbance ![full system warranty](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4-2.png "full system warranty | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### One-year **free maintenance** and full **system warranty** ![5-year manufacturer warranty](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5-2.png "5-year manufacturer warranty | Quiet Village Landscaping") ###### 5-year **manufacturer warranty** on all system parts We install and modernize **Rain Bird, Hunter, Toro**, and **Smart WiFi sprinkler systems**. [ Schedule Service ](/contacts) ## Smart Irrigation Systems for Effortless Watering #### Upgrade your irrigation system with smart technology that keeps your landscape healthy and efficient. 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We provide year-round service to ensure your system runs efficiently and reliably in every season. Learn more about our Irrigation Maintenance in St. Louis — including seasonal system checks, backflow testing, and repairs. ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted St Louis landscape experts since 2001 - Expertise in local plantings and irrigation zones - A team of professionals ensuring precise planning and layout - Committed to customer satisfaction and dedicated to seeing your lawn thrive over time ### **Reliable Irrigation Starts Here** We’ll help you choose and install the perfect watering system for your St. Louis home, built for efficiency and reliability. Book now to join our schedule right away or plan your installation in advance — our team will coordinate timing so your project starts when it works best for you. 📍 Serving clients in **63122**, **63017**, **63130**, and surrounding areas. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: PATIO INSTALLATION [Learn More](/our-services/patio/) DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS [Learn More](/our-services/drainage-solutions/) LANDSCAPE DESIGN SONSULTATION [Learn More](/landscape-design-consultation/) SPRING PLANTING [Learn More](/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) --- ### [Fall Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fall-planting/) **Published:** June 6, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Fall Planting [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Fall Planting ## Fall Planting in St Louis Brings Faster Growth #### Fall is one of the best times to plant trees, shrubs, perennials, and bulbs. Our fall planting in St Louis service gives new plants a head start for roots to establish through fall & winter so the plants can flourish come spring ## What We Plant #### We specialize in planting: [ ![Trees And Shrubs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/grounds-maintenance-768x512.jpg "Trees And Shrubs | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/tree-shrub-care-2/) #### Trees And Shrubs (Small To Large) [ ![Fall Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/eLd3Jvj0QT6UrA1Z-large-scaled-e1749230358134-1024x679.jpg "Fall Planting | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/spring-summer-annuals/) #### Perennial Flowers That Return Each Year [ ![Trees And Shrubs](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/grounds-maintenance.jpg "Trees And Shrubs | Quiet Village Landscaping") ](/fall-planting/) #### Bulbs (Planted In November For Spring Blooms) ## Fall Tree & Shrub Planting #### August is the most stressful month for trees, so planting in the fall gives new trees and shrubs more time to establish roots before summer returns. Fall nursery stock is also fresher, as growers are actively cutting them from the ground. ## Pictures from the field Here are some beautiful selections we’ve used in recent designs captured by our team members ## Why Plant Now? #### Fall provides the ideal conditions for successful planting. Cooler temperatures and steady soil moisture give your trees, shrubs, and perennials the best chance to thrive. ## Cooler air reduces stress during planting [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Soil conditions help roots grow deeper and stronger [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Plants establish before summer heat sets in [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Fall planting gives roots a head start for next season growth (sleep, creep, leap) [ LEARN MORE ](/fall-planting/) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? - Locally rooted in St Louis since 2001 - Designs based on soil types, sun exposure, and location - Personalized plans based on colors, textures, and style preferences - Planting timing based on best horticultural practices - Focused on long-term survival and sustainability ### **Book Your Fall Planting Consultation** **Secure your spot now — or plan ahead for the season.** Our scheduling coordinators will work with you to find the best installation window. Book now to be next on our list or for us to help schedule your service in advance. 📍 Serving areas including 63105, 63144, 63122, and beyond ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: FALL & WINTER ANNUALS [Learn More](/fall-annuals-decor/) FALL CLEANUP [Learn More](/fall-clean-up/) LEAF & STICK REMOVAL [Learn More](/leaf-cleanup-removal/) FIREPIT / FIREPLACE [Learn More](/our-services/fire-pits-places/) --- ### [Native Plant Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/native-plant-landscaping/) **Published:** June 6, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # Native Plant Landscaping [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Our Creation Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/ "Our Creation Services")» Native Plant Landscaping ## Native Plant Landscaping in St Louis, MO Native plants are beautiful, resilient, and built for Missouri’s climate. We use **Native Plants in St Louis, MO** to create vibrant, low-maintenance gardens that support pollinators and local ecosystems. ## Why Choose Native Plants? ![Native Plant Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5414-768x512.jpeg "Native Plant Landscaping | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### Rain Gardens St Louis native plants are adapted to the harsh weather conditions​ ![Fall Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/eLd3Jvj0QT6UrA1Z-large-scaled-e1749230358134-1024x679.jpg "Fall Planting | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### A landscape that is designed using native plants is water and time efficient ![Native Plant Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_4987.jpeg "Native Plant Landscaping | Quiet Village Landscaping") #### Native plants provide food and shelter for birds, butterflies, bees, and other insects ### Install A Native Plant Garden Today! 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We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Be Interested In: SPRING PLANTING [Learn More](/our-services/spring-planting-installation/) DREAM GARDENS [Learn More](http://landscape-design-consultation/) MAINTENANCE SERVICES [Learn More](/maintenance-services/) THINK GREEN [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/sod-installation/) --- ### [Lawn Aeration](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/lawn-aeration/) **Published:** September 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** ## Aeration & Top Dressing [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/ "Maintenance Services")» Lawn Aeration # Aeration & Top Dressing in St Louis to Revive Your Lawn #### Aeration and Top Dressing in St Louis are essential services to restore your lawn’s health by improving soil structure, boosting grass growth, and building thicker turf. #### If your lawn is thinning, yellowing, or compacted from months of mowing and heat, it’s time to help it breathe again. ## What is Lawn Aeration — and Why Does It Matter? #### Aeration is the process of perforating the soil with small holes to allow water, nutrients, and oxygen to reach the grassroots. It’s vital for loosening compacted soil and allowing new roots to form. After we aerate, we seed. Overseeding after aeration allows seeds to fall directly into holes, helping them germinate faster and establish deeper roots — ultimately leading to thicker grass and fewer weeds. [ SCHEDULE AERATION TODAY ](/contacts) ## When to Aerate ### **Fall:** Ideal for St Louis lawns - ##### Fall aeration provides ideal growing conditions for new roots. - ##### Cooler temperatures and natural rainfall promote faster seed germination. - ##### Spring aeration is not ideal, especially for lawns with irrigation systems — we cannot locate sprinkler heads until May. ## What is Top Dressing — and Why It Works #### Top dressing is the application of compost-rich soil over the lawn after aeration. It works its way into the holes, improving soil quality and helping seeds take root. ### **Our Premium Topdressing Blend:** - ##### **60% compost / 40% sand** (from St. Louis Compost) - ##### The best propeller for root growth and creating a lush, vibrant lawn - ##### Levels small depressions and uneven areas - ##### Improve drainage by reducing pooling - ##### Restrict weeds like nutsedge from growing in low spots ##### ⏱ **Timing matters**: Ideally done the **day after aeration**, and no more than 2 days later. Waiting too long means the holes close and effectiveness is reduced. ##### [ SCHEDULE AERATION TODAY ](/contacts) ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted turf experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Experts in soil profiles, grass types, and irrigation techniques - A team of professionals ensuring precise planning and maintenance - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality service - A dedicated account manager as your one point of contact ### **Don’t Let Your Lawn Suffocate** ###### **Book your lawn aeration service now.** We’ll help your lawn breathe easy again — and grow like never before. We can schedule services in advance and plan your visits around special events, gatherings, or seasonal needs. ###### 📍 Aerating lawns in 63130, 63112, 63017, and surrounding areas. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Also Be Interested In… Fire Pit / Fireplace [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/fire-pits-places/) Water Feature [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/water-feature/) Pools & Poolscaping [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/our-services/pool-poolscape/) --- ### [Lawn Fertilization](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/lawn-fertilization/) **Published:** September 16, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** ## Lawn Fertilization [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» [Maintenance Services](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/ "Maintenance Services")» Lawn Fertilization # Lawn Fertilization in St Louis That Builds Deep-Rooted Turf #### Quiet Village Landscaping provides professional lawn fertilization and weed control in St. Louis, MO, combining expert nutrient care with targeted weed prevention. ## Lawn Fertilization & Weed Control Benefits - ##### **Builds deep root systems that resist drought, insects, and disease** - ##### **Improves color, texture, and overall lawn density** - ##### **Provides essential nutrients for strong, year-round turf health** - ##### **Controls broadleaf, crabgrass, and other common weeds before they spread** - ##### **Increases curb appeal and long-term property value** [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) ## Our Proven 7-Step Fertilization Program ![Estimate Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Estimate.png "Estimate Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Cost estimate ![Technical Drawing Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TechnicalDrawing.png "Technical Drawing Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Technical drawing for permitting (if required); provided upon contract with QVL ![Project Management Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ProjectManagement.png "Project Management Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Coordination of subcontracted work outside QVL’s scope ![Estimate Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Estimate.png "Estimate Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Cost estimate ![Technical Drawing Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TechnicalDrawing.png "Technical Drawing Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Technical drawing for permitting (if required); provided upon contract with QVL ![Project Management Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ProjectManagement.png "Project Management Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Coordination of subcontracted work outside QVL’s scope ![Project Management Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ProjectManagement.png "Project Management Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Coordination of subcontracted work outside QVL’s scope [ START TODAY ](/contacts) ## Soil Testing for Smarter Lawn Care #### As part of our fertilization program, we provide **professional soil testing**. Our technicians take a sample from your lawn and send it to the **MU Extension office**, where a nutrient profile is created. This ensures we identify any deficiencies and apply the right nutrients for your property. [ Schedule Today! ](/contacts) ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. We’ll learn your goals, understand your landscape, and recommend the level of care that fits your home best. ##### SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT ](/contacts/) ## You May Also Be Interested In… Weed removal & fertilization [Learn More](/leaf-cleanup-removal/) Precision mowing [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/maintenance-services/precision-mowing/) Lawn aeration [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-aeration/) Lawn fertilization [Learn More](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/sod-installation/) --- ### [Lush Lawn Care Program](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/lawn-care-st-louis/) **Published:** September 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # #### Lush Lawn Care Program [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» Lush Lawn Care Program ## The Lush Lawn Care Program #### Our Lush Lawn Care Program is a year-long, 7-step treatment plan designed to keep your turf healthy, green, and resilient in every season, including: ![Targeted Fertilization Icon](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/seeds_2194818.png "Targeted Fertilization Icon | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Targeted Fertilization ![Weed & Pest Control](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-4.png "Weed & Pest Control | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Weed & Pest Control ![Aeration & Overseeding](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-2.png "Aeration & Overseeding | Quiet Village Landscaping") ##### Aeration & Overseeding ## Targeted Fertilization We feed your lawn what it needs, when it needs it, to fuel strong growth and deep color. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Weed & Pest Control Crabgrass, dandelions, and surface insects are no match for our proactive treatments. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Aeration & Overseeding In the fall, core aeration breaks up compacted soil and boosts root growth, while overseeding fills in thin areas. [ SCHEDULE ](/contacts) ## Why Choose Quiet Village Landscaping? ### **Quiet Village Gold Standards** - Trusted turf experts serving St. Louis families since 2001 - Extensive knowledge of local soil types and plant health - A team of professionals ensuring precise maintenance for every season - Hardworking, detail-oriented crews dedicated to quality service - A dedicated account manager as your one point of contact ### **Ready for a Lush Lawn?** **Book your free lawn assessment today.** We’ll schedule your services and start you on the path to healthy turf.📍 Serving residential and estate lawns across 63131, 63141, and 63017. 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We take landscaping seriously with the skilled services we offer – landscape design, mowing, gardening, irrigation care, technician & outdoor construction are some of the main things we accomplish with our year-round services, not to mention snow plowing & tree care. The Quiet Village family has grown over the past 20+ years to now include a dedicated team for landscape maintenance, landscape design, hardscaping, irrigation & horticultural care. The team is supported by a [close-knit office team](https://www.instagram.com/quietvillagelandscaping/) that serves as the base-of-operations while everyone else is busy working on-site of each property we care for across St. Louis. **Quiet Village Landscaping offers the following benefits:** - - Ultra-competitive salary with opportunities for bonuses & overtime. - Holidays off (we embrace the slow winter season). - PTO / vacation days. - Use of company vehicles & a smartphone. - Inclusive company culture. - Opportunities for continuing education & training. - Healthcare. - Matching retirement fund (IRA) We are always accepting resumes for those with a background in horticulture, environmental science, conservation, landscape design or a passion for all things outdoor living. Resumes can be submitted using the form below, or they can be emailed directly to our office. --- ### [GEM Concierge Quote Estimator](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/gem-concierge-quote-estimator/) **Published:** December 18, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** # GEM Concierge Quote Estimator [Home](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com "Home")» GEM Concierge Quote Estimator ## Build your own customized package Estimate #### Curious what professional landscaping could look like for your home? Our quick price estimator makes it easy! Simply enter your address below, select a package that suits your needs, and customize it with the services you’d like to include. --- ### [Landscaping](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/landscaping/) **Published:** February 2, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** Quiet Village Landscaping # Full-Service Landscaping in St. Louis, MO [ Get An Estimate ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Now Booking ## Seasonal Services Winter Annuals & Decor Outdoor Projects Snow Removal Holiday Lighting ![Quiet Village Landscaping Logo](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Logo_Quiet_Village_Landscaping-1024x410.png "Logo_Quiet_Village_Landscaping | Quiet Village Landscaping") Let’s plan your paradise! ### Get An Estimates [ Get An Estimate ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Urban-Oasis-Design-and-Construction-green-house.jpg "Urban Oasis Design and Construction green house | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/quiet-village-bed-maintenance-workers.jpg "quiet-village-bed-maintenance-workers | Quiet Village Landscaping") Years of Service 0 + Name Phone Email Services Services Construction & Installation Landscape Maintenance Custom Design Experience Message SUBMIT Quiet Village Landscaping ## About Quiet Village Landscaping St Louis Your outdoor space should feel intentional—calm, refined, and beautifully maintained. **Quiet Village Landscaping** delivers **full-service landscaping in St. Louis, MO**, providing custom design, proactive maintenance, and estate-level care for homeowners who want their landscape handled properly from start to finish. For more than 20 years, Quiet Village Landscaping has partnered with homeowners across St. Louis to design, build, and maintain outdoor environments that enhance property value, elevate daily living, and remove the stress of managing multiple contractors. 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Our team blends thoughtful design, horticultural expertise, and disciplined maintenance to ensure your landscape looks exceptional and functions properly year-round. From refined planting plans to long-term turf health and irrigation oversight, every service is delivered with consistency, communication, and care. ![Poolscape](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_5251.webp "Poolscape | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Three Levels of Landscaping Care — One Elevated Standard ### Landscaping programs designed around how you live outdoors We offer three structured **full-service landscaping programs** so homeowners can choose the level of involvement and care that best fits their property and lifestyle. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/RSshutterstock_396842638-1920w.webp "RSshutterstock_396842638-1920w | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/lawnmower.png "lawnmower | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### GEM Essentials — Professional Lawn Care & Baseline Landscape Maintenance This program includes weekly lawn care, a full 7-step turf program, seasonal cleanups, annual mulch installation, and scheduled property monitoring. ![Quiet Village Planting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4549.webp "Quiet Village Planting | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/sprinklers.png "sprinklers | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### GEM Premier — Elevated Landscape & Irrigation Management GEM Premier adds advanced horticultural detailing, irrigation system monitoring, leak detection, plant replacement programs, smart irrigation upgrades, and monthly property health reports. ![Outdoor Patio](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5538-scaled.jpeg "Outdoor Patio | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/landscape-2.png "landscape (2) | Quiet Village Landscaping") ### GEM Concierge — Full Estate Landscaping & Property Management Our most comprehensive offering, GEM Concierge, provides full estate landscaping services in St. Louis, including frequent detailing, irrigation management, and long-term enhancement planning. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Your Dedicated Garden Estate Manager (GEM) ### Personalized oversight for consistent, high-quality results Every client works with a **Garden Estate Manager (GEM)**—your single point of contact who oversees your entire property. Your GEM: - Coordinates all landscaping services - Monitors plant health, irrigation, and seasonal needs - Provides proactive recommendations - Ensures consistent quality and communication This structure is what separates Quiet Village Landscaping from other **landscaping companies in St. Louis**. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Custom Landscape Design & Outdoor Living in St. Louis ### Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces built to last We specialize in **custom landscape design in St. Louis**, creating outdoor environments that balance beauty, function, and longevity. Our design-build services include: Patio design and construction ![IMG_4369](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4369-scaled.webp) Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces ![Patio and Fire pit](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/patio-and-fire-pit-2-1.jpg) Retaining walls and grade correction ![retaining_wall_construction_by_Quiet_Village](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/retaining_wall_construction_by_Quiet_Village.jpg) Drainage solutions ![pool_landscape_edging_river_rock_-_Quiet_Village_in_St_Louis](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pool_landscape_edging_river_rock_-_Quiet_Village_in_St_Louis.webp) Outdoor lighting installation ![Quiet_Village_outdoor_lighting_installation_x8](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Quiet_Village_outdoor_lighting_installation_x8.webp) Walkways, seating walls, and outdoor rooms ![rsz_img_9648](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/rsz_img_9648.webp) Each design is tailored to your property’s layout, soil conditions, and lifestyle needs, ensuring lasting value and enjoyment. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Landscape Maintenance & Lawn Care Services in St. Louis ### Proactive care that protects your investment Ongoing maintenance is critical to keeping landscapes healthy and attractive. Quiet Village Landscaping offers **professional lawn care and landscape maintenance in St. Louis** designed to deliver consistent results without disruption to your schedule. [ LEARN MORE ](#) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Our design-build services include: - Weekly lawn mowing and edging - Fertilization and weed control programs - Aeration and top dressing - Seasonal cleanups - Bed maintenance and pruning - Irrigation monitoring and adjustments ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/St.-Louis01.webp "St. Louis01 | Quiet Village Landscaping") Ladue Clayton Frontenac Town & Country Webster Groves Kirkwood Quiet Village Landscaping ## Serving St. Louis’ Most Established Neighborhoods ### Local expertise for high-expectation communities Quiet Village Landscaping proudly serves homeowners throughout **St. Louis, MO**, including: - Ladue - Clayton - Frontenac - Town & Country - Webster Groves - Kirkwood Our team understands the standards required to maintain properties in these communities and delivers **residential landscaping services in St. Louis** that consistently meet those expectations. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Featured Landscape Projects & Client Results ### Real transformations across St. Louis properties From resolving drainage challenges to restoring mature landscapes and designing refined outdoor living spaces, our portfolio reflects the level of craftsmanship and care our clients expect. [ LEARN MORE ](#) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/rsz_retaining_wall_st_louis.webp) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/rsz_1best_lawn_mowing_st_louis.webp) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/patio-construction-2-1.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/new_patio_installation_rock_hill_missouri.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/mowing.jpg) Quiet Village Landscaping ## Full-Service Landscaping in St. Louis, MO ### Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces—built and enhanced by Quiet Village Landscaping Quiet Village Landscaping provides **full-service landscaping in St. Louis, MO**, offering custom outdoor design, functional upgrades, and refined garden installations. Our services are intentionally grouped to reflect how homeowners use and experience their outdoor spaces—for living, for function, and for beauty. ![Quiet Village Landscaping Before](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_Before.webp) ![Quiet Village Landscaping After](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_After-1.webp) Quiet Village Landscaping ## Outdoor Living Luxury ### Outdoor Living Design & Construction in St. Louis Quiet Village Landscaping creates refined **outdoor living spaces in St. Louis** that extend your home beyond its walls. These spaces are designed for relaxation, entertaining, and year-round enjoyment. **Outdoor living services include:** ![Outdoor Kitchen](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/new_patio_installation_rock_hill_missouri-1.jpg "Outdoor Kitchen | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/table.png "table | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Patio ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/kitchen.jpg "kitchen | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/kitchen.png "kitchen | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Outdoor Kitchen ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Urban-Oasis-Design-and-Construction-raised-patio.jpg "Urban-Oasis-Design-and-Construction-raised-patio | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/tent.png "tent | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Pergola ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/patio-and-fire-pit-2.jpg "patio-and-fire-pit-2 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/fireplace.png "fireplace | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Fire Pit / Fire Place ![Quiet Village Landscaping Projects](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4457.webp "IMG_4457 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/fountain.png "fountain | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Water Feature ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/04_-_pool_privacy_plants_in_Webster_Groves__MO.webp "04_-_pool_privacy_plants_in_Webster_Groves__MO | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/swimming-pool.png "swimming-pool | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Pools & Poolscaping ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/20241119_191353-scaled.webp "20241119_191353 | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/lighting.png "lighting | Quiet Village Landscaping")### Outdoor Lighting Installation Designed for homeowners seeking luxury outdoor living with long-term value. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Functional Upgrades ### Functional Landscape Upgrades That Protect Your Property We specialize in **functional landscaping upgrades in St. Louis** that solve real property challenges while maintaining a cohesive, polished appearance. Irrigation Installation Brick-build-wall-industrial-construction Retaining Wall Walkway Drainage Solutions These upgrades are essential for protecting foundations, turf, and hardscape while improving long-term landscape performance. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Dream Gardens ### Custom Garden Design & Landscape Enhancements in St. Louis Quiet Village Landscaping designs and installs **custom gardens in St. Louis** that mature beautifully over time. Our horticultural approach balances structure, color, texture, and seasonal interest. **Garden and landscape enhancement services include:** ### Fall Planting LEARN MORE ### Sod Installation LEARN MORE ### Spring & Summer Planting LEARN MORE ### Native Plant Landscaping LEARN MORE These services are ideal for homeowners who value curated, magazine-worthy landscapes that feel intentional and timeless. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Frequently Asked Questions About Full-Service Landscaping in St. Louis What does full-service landscaping include in St. Louis? **Quiet Village Landscaping’s full-service landscaping in St. Louis** includes landscape design, installation, lawn care, landscape maintenance, irrigation management, drainage solutions, outdoor living construction, and seasonal services—all coordinated by one professional team. Unlike standard landscaping companies, Quiet Village Landscaping manages your entire outdoor environment as a single, cohesive system. How much does full-service landscaping cost in St. Louis, MO? The cost of **full-service landscaping in St. Louis, MO** depends on property size, service level, and landscape complexity. **Quiet Village Landscaping** offers tiered programs—GEM Essentials, GEM Premier, and GEM Concierge—to provide predictable pricing and customized care. This approach allows homeowners to choose professional landscaping services that fit both their property and lifestyle. Is full-service landscaping worth it for homeowners in St. Louis? Yes. **Quiet Village Landscaping’s full-service landscaping services in St. Louis** protect property value, improve curb appeal, and eliminate the hassle of managing multiple contractors. Homeowners benefit from consistent maintenance, proactive problem prevention, and long-term landscape planning. For many clients, full-service landscaping saves time while delivering better results than piecemeal lawn care or design-only services. How is Quiet Village Landscaping different from other landscaping companies in St. Louis? **Quiet Village Landscaping** assigns every client a dedicated **Garden Estate Manager (GEM)** who oversees communication, scheduling, and quality control. This level of oversight is uncommon among landscaping companies in St. Louis and ensures consistency across all services—from lawn care to custom landscape design. Our clients value proactive communication, accountability, and long-term results. Does Quiet Village Landscaping offer custom landscape design in St. Louis? Yes. **Quiet Village Landscaping provides custom landscape design in St. Louis** tailored to your home’s architecture, property layout, and lifestyle needs. Our design services include planting plans, outdoor living spaces, patios, fire features, retaining walls, and lighting design. Each project is created to integrate seamlessly with ongoing landscape maintenance. What lawn care and landscape maintenance services are included? **Quiet Village Landscaping offers professional lawn care and landscape maintenance in St. Louis**, including weekly mowing, fertilization and weed control, aeration, top dressing, bed maintenance, pruning, and seasonal cleanups. These services are delivered through structured programs that focus on long-term turf health and consistent appearance. Does Quiet Village Landscaping provide irrigation and drainage services? Yes. **Quiet Village Landscaping provides irrigation system installation, irrigation management, and drainage solutions in St. Louis**. Services include sprinkler system design, smart irrigation controls, leak detection, French drains, grading, and water management solutions. Proper irrigation and drainage are critical to protecting landscapes and preventing foundation damage. What areas around St. Louis does Quiet Village Landscaping serve? **Quiet Village Landscaping serves residential properties throughout St. Louis, MO**, including Ladue, Clayton, Frontenac, Town & Country, Webster Groves, Kirkwood, and surrounding communities. Our team understands the standards required to maintain landscapes in these neighborhoods and provides consistent, high-end landscaping services. How do I get started with Quiet Village Landscaping? Getting started is simple. Contact **Quiet Village Landscaping** to schedule an **Outdoor Living Assessment**. During this consultation, our team will evaluate your property, discuss your goals, and recommend a full-service landscaping plan tailored to your St. Louis home. **Schedule your Outdoor Living Assessment with Quiet Village Landscaping today.** ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/landscaping_done_by_Quiet_Village_crews.jpg "landscaping_done_by_Quiet_Village_crews | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment ### Schedule your consultation with Quiet Village Landscaping If you’re ready to improve your outdoor space, the first step is an **Outdoor Living Assessment**. We’ll evaluate your property, discuss your goals, and recommend a full-service landscaping plan tailored to your needs. **Schedule your Outdoor Living Assessment with Quiet Village Landscaping today.** [ LEARN MORE ](#) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us --- ### [Firepits / Fireplaces](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/firepits-fireplaces/) **Published:** February 13, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Firepits / Fireplaces ![Firepits / Fireplaces](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/05_newly_constructed_paver_patio_and_modern_fire_pit_with_retaining_walls.jpg "05_newly_constructed_paver_patio_and_modern_fire_pit_with_retaining_walls | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Fire Pits St Louis Fire Pit and Fireplace Design and Installation in St Louis, MO. Quiet Village Landscaping provides a full range of hardscape design services including fire pits in St Louis and fireplace installation. The addition of a fire pit not only adds a charming element to your St Louis property’s outdoor area, it also creates a warm and inviting atmosphere where your friends and family can enjoy spending quality time together while warming up near a fire. Quiet Village Landscaping is committed to providing the best experience for our clients, and we do so by carrying the widest selection of high-quality, weather-resistant materials so that our clients have the ability to choose which style of fire pits in St Louis will best compliment their current landscaping. If you’re looking to enhance your home or property’s outdoor area with a fire pits or fireplace installation in St Louis, contact Quiet Village Landscaping today. [ Learn More ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Quiet Village Landscaping ## Outdoor Firepit Area / Fireplace Installation in St Louis, MO Quiet Village provides hardscape design including retaining walls, patio construction, poolscapes, outdoor kitchen and grill islands, and more to those living in St Louis and the surrounding areas. We work with inspectors to ensure our St Louis landscaping and hardscaping projects withstand the test of time. Unlike many of our competitors, we provide a personalized design experience so that you are involved in every step of the process from design to installation. If you’re in need of fireplace installation and fire pits in St Louis, trust the professionals of Quiet Village Landscaping to take care of your hardscaping needs. 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Mason Forest ![Mason Forest](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_After-1-1.webp "Mason Forest | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![Quiet Village Landscaping Before](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_Before.webp) ![Quiet Village Landscaping After](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MasonFront_After-1.webp) ![Mason Forest Before](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_3759.webp) ![Mason Forest After](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_0266-scaled-1.webp) ## Mason Forest Landing Case Study – The Mason Forest Project: From Muddy Lot to Luxury Landscape ### **Overview** When the homeowners purchased this mid-century home in 2023, the interior had been partially updated — but the exterior told a different story. The property was dotted with seven dead trees, patchy grass, deteriorating retaining walls, and a former pool-turned-mud pit that plagued the yard with drainage problems. Enter Quiet Village Landscaping (QVL), a team known for crafting luxury outdoor spaces that fuse creativity with function. ### **The Challenge** The biggest frustration with the backyard was its complete lack of definition. The ground was consistently wet and unsettled, making the space nearly unusable. There were no gathering areas, no structure, and no landscape to speak of. It felt small and disconnected — far from the inviting outdoor living environment the homeowners envisioned. ### **Choosing the Right Partner** The homeowners met the owners of QVL at a networking event, where they immediately connected over a shared love for outdoor design. QVL’s passion for turning raw spaces into custom outdoor living oases made them the obvious choice. With no ego and a highly collaborative mindset, the QVL team — led by Tom, James, and Don — set out to turn the Mason Forest property into something spectacular. ### **The Vision** From the start, the goal was to establish a series of purposeful outdoor zones while blending modern features with natural materials. The design included: - A **covered pergola** and **outdoor kitchen** for dining and entertaining. - A **main seating area** with a dramatic **three-level corten steel waterfall** as its centerpiece. - A **sunken fire pit** with custom built-in seating. - A **fenced garden** with its own seating nook. - A **dry creek bed** and water management system that resolved past drainage problems. - **Front yard planting beds** and tree installations to create strong curb appeal. ### **Material Highlights** QVL’s material selection brought the vision to life: - **Large natural boulders** softened the geometry of man-made retaining walls. - **Corten steel edging and waterfalls** introduced a warm, earthy accent that harmonized beautifully with the plant palette. - **Soft beige pavers** provided an elegant foundation, while **subtle lighting** illuminated the space in the evenings. ### **A Fluid and Evolving Process** The design wasn’t locked from day one — it evolved organically as construction unfolded. QVL welcomed ongoing collaboration, making thoughtful updates on the fly and encouraging input on everything from gravel textures to accent stones. Together, the team even discovered layout solutions mid-build that have now become standout focal points. ### **The Final Result** The transformation speaks for itself: the once unusable yard now feels expansive, structured, and full of life. With clearly defined entertainment zones, lush greenery, and peaceful water elements, the backyard has become an extension of the home — a true retreat for entertaining and relaxing alike. [ IN PROGRESS CONSTRUCTION IMAGES ](#construction-images) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1343-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1339-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1330-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1277-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1323-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1272-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1274-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1257-scaled-1.webp) [ ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1240-scaled-1.webp) ### Project Scope – Full Yard Design and Build – Irrigation System – Plantings – Water Issue Management – Fence – Hardscape Design and Build – Water Feature Design – Lighting Design Location Creve Coeur Date June, 2025 Author Admin --- ### [Outdoor Lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/outdoor-lighting/) **Published:** February 12, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Outdoor Lighting ![Outdoor Lighting](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Quiet_Village_outdoor_lighting_installation_x8.jpg "Quiet_Village_outdoor_lighting_installation_x8 | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Outdoor Lighting Systems ### Outdoor Lighting in St Louis, MO Outdoor Lighting Installation in St Louis, Mo. Quiet Village Landscaping offers landscape design servicesincluding outdoor lighting installation to St Louis and the surrounding areas. Proper lighting highlights the focal points of your home and yard while contributing to a safer environment. You can enjoy your outdoor living space well into the evening with comfortable and functional St Louis outdoor lighting from Quiet Village. Our expert lighting technicians can assist you in customizing an outdoor atmosphere that is well lit and comfortable. When you’re in need of outdoor lighting companies in St Louis area, contact the professionals of Quiet Village Landscaping for a free initial consultation. We look forward to working with you in customizing and illuminating your St Louis home or property. Quiet Village Landscaping has been in the landscaping design and lawn maintenance industry for over 10 years! We invite you to work side-by-side with our design experts to create the outdoor living space you’ve always dreamed of. When the professionals from Quiet Village install landscape lighting in St Louis,MO we ensure that it compliments the existing focal points of your St Louis home or property while expressing your personal taste and style. You can rest easy knowing that the design experts from Quiet Village will carefully analyze how your outdoor space can be utilized to ensure functionality while incorporating beauty. Here at Quiet Village, we are committed to client satisfaction and we ensure that our clients are 100% fulfilled with the end result of their outdoor lighting solutions St Louis. When you’re in need of outdoor lighting in St Louis, make Quiet Village Landscaping your landscape design service provider. 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We handle adjustments, upgrades, and replacements so your investment shines bright season after season. ## Let’s Design a Landscape That Shines After Sunset ### Book your free outdoor lighting consultation today. We’ll design and install the perfect lighting system to bring your St Louis property to life after dark. [ Book Consultation ](/contacts) ##### 📍 Proudly serving homeowners across 63105, 63130, 63017, and surrounding areas. ### Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment [![Begin With an Outdoor Living Assessment](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/shovel_3598160-300x300-1.png) ### A refined, no-pressure experience. #### Schedule Your Outdoor Living Assessment Every property starts with a thoughtful walkthrough and conversation. 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February 13, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Pool Installation Design ![Pool Installation Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Pool_Landscaping_Installation-1.jpg "Pool_Landscaping_Installation | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Pool Installation & Design Services in St Louis, MO Swimming pools add the ultimate focal point for outdoor living enjoyment at home. From pool parties to stress free relaxation time, a new pool will enhance the value of your home while adding a Zen-like ambiance to your entire property. *Ready to dive in?* [ Learn More ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Quiet Village Landscaping ## Pool Builders St Louis MO Quiet Village Landscaping provides inground pool installation and custom pool design, offering full-service construction and poolscape build-out for small backyard pools and impressive resort-like pools alike. Our award-winning designers work seamlessly with an experienced local pool construction team to bring your backyard oasis dreams to life. Our team is well trained in the design and installation of various types of custom pool shapes & sizes, stylish tilework, and modern amenities to make your pool unique. We can create the outdoor lighting system, audio surround sound, and adjoining patio and lounge areas that make your pool feel like an oasis. 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Quiet Village Landscaping specializes in custom pool design and construction for St. Louis area customers. Whether you are looking to build a traditional or playfully designed pool, we have the technical skills along with the heavy machinery needed to get your pool installed year-round. For over 20 years, we have been the trusted experts in outdoor construction in St. Louis. Our construction crews also have the experience to expertly demolish and remove old pools, as well as all of the necessary yard grading work to make your pool paradise work well on your property. [ Learn More ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Pool_and_landscaping_renovation_with_patio_and_gardens-300x251-1.jpg "Pool_and_landscaping_renovation_with_patio_and_gardens-300x251 | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## How much St Louis Pool Company Charge for a New Swimming Pool To build a new custom swimming pool in St. Louis, you can expect to spend approximately $150,000 with all required materials and equipment you need. We build high-quality Gunite pools at this price, which are created using a steel caging with Gunite – a form of concrete that uses finer particles of mix than concrete – that can form any shape we design for a new pool. All accessories and finishing touches are custom. We’ll recommend or you can select these custom options for your pool: - Tile or Pebble Details - Pool Deck - Jets, Bubblers - Filtration System - Lighting - Seats, Stairs, Lounge Space - Surrounding Landscaping This entry-level price includes a premium Gunite pool with filtration system, required plumbing system, and all electrical work. Just like new construction costs, prices for most necessary items have been volatile, increasing as many as three times in just one year. The price for PVC pipe alone has increased 3 times in 2022. Rebar, pool equipment, and building materials have also seen major price swings. ![Pool Installation Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/backyard_pool_design-1.jpg "backyard_pool_design-1 | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Average Cost of an Inground Pool in St. Louis The average price range for a new Gunite pool in our area is between $150,000 to $250,000+ with water features, retaining walls or other pool amenities. We don’t install less expensive fiberglass pools, because they don’t last as long or allow for craftsman-quality work. What we build is built to last. Gunite pools allow you to customize the size, features, and entire shape of a pool. A new pool design can allow for a hot tub, waterfall, garden islands, seating, or shallow family-play areas. Have a different idea? Let’s make it happen! Pool size and custom pool features are the main factors that drive pool costs. For example, a small pool in the backyard of an urban, bungalow style home might be a 15ft x 10-12ft pool, while a larger pool in a more expansive backyard in Chesterfield or Ladue might be as large as 20ft x 40ft. A residential backyard swimming pool is typically around 16ft x 32ft in size. Pool price includes all installation essentials like the framing, electrical work, plumbing, coping, pool deck, tile work, lighting, and project management to get all approvals and coordinate work with electricians, permitting departments, construction crews, and vendors. [ Learn More ](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/contacts/) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/concept_for_a_pool_design_and_installation_project_in_St_Louis_by_Quiet_Village.jpg "concept_for_a_pool_design_and_installation_project_in_St_Louis_by_Quiet_Village | Quiet Village Landscaping") ![Pool Installation Design](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Pool_view_St_Louis_swimming_pool_installation1-768x432.jpg) ![Vlieks_Family_015(1)](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Vlieks_Family_0151-768x432.jpg) ## Day to Night 3D Pool Designs Quiet Village Landscaping ## Poolscape Paradise Plantings, Too! No poolside paradise is complete without it being surrounded by gorgeous plants, patio lounge space, or outdoor entertaining areas for cooking, conversation, and chillaxing. Quiet Village blends pool design with landscape designto bring your outdoor paradise to life. Privacy plantings, shade plantings, and careful plant selection are a must! Not only can we design and construct a new pool, we can maintain and landscape your surrounding space with a full master plan; a custom landscape design unique to your property. Quiet Village mows, gardens, plants, fertilizes, and creates outdoor spaces for people to thrive in. We commonly surround pools with well-draining, very low-maintenance plantings, and hardy perennials that match the aesthetic and design of your pool and the surrounding natural areas. See a poolscape we designed in Webster Groves, MO here. Contact us today to get started on your poolscape with the help of our professional St. Louis inground pool design and installation team. [ LEARN MORE ](#) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us --- ### [Retaining Walls | St. Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/retaining-walls/) **Published:** February 13, 2026 **Author:** Welgen Tahil **Content:** # Retaining Walls ![Retaining Walls in St Louis, MO](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Retaining-Walls-in-St-Louis-MO-5.jpg "Retaining Walls in St Louis, MO (5) | Quiet Village Landscaping") Quiet Village Landscaping ## Retaining Walls in St Louis, MO **Retaining Wall Installation in St Louis, MO.** When Quiet Village Landscaping designs and installs a retaining wall for your St Louis home or property, you will be provided with a functional support structure that aids in keeping soil in place, averts flooding, prevent sinkholes, erosion, and property damage, and reduces maintenance costs! If you’re looking for retaining wall installation in St Louis, contact the professionals at Quiet Village Landscaping today! We look forward to working with you in creating and installing an efficient and visually pleasing expansion to your St Louis property. With our experience and reputation, you can trust that our expert team has the knowledge and resources to analyze and build upon your property’s unique challenges and opportunities. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Featured Planting Projects From vibrant seasonal color to expertly installed trees and shrubs, our planting gallery showcases the beauty, precision, and care behind every landscape we create. 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birds, butterflies, bees, and other insects. A landscape that is designed using **native plants** is also cost and time efficient. The more **St Louis native plants** mature, the more money you’ll save on fertilizer, pesticides, water and maintenance. Quiet Village Landscaping has been in the landscaping industry since 2001, our full range of landscaping services combined with our professional installation, first-rate service, and outstanding clean-up are just a few of the many reasons you should choose us for all of your **landscaping design** needs. If you’d like more information on landscapes created with **native plants St Louis**, contact Quiet Village Landscaping today. Quiet Village Landscaping is a landscape, hardscape, and maintenance company based in St Louis, MO. We work closely with inspectors to ensure our projects are built to last. Our landscaping experts are prepared to work with you to create a customized landscape that complements the existing structures of your home or property while expressing your personal style and maintaining an **eco-friendly friendly landscape** with the use of **native plants St Louis Mo.** Join us today in helping to protect the environment by choosing eco-friendly landscaping for your St Louis home or property. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Featured Planting Projects From vibrant seasonal color to expertly installed trees and shrubs, our planting gallery showcases the beauty, precision, and care behind every landscape we create. 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Let our team build an Oasis in your backyard. Outdoor Kitchen Enjoy grilling this season under a pergola from QVL. Custom Pergola Design QVL will help you build your perfect outdoor environment. Quiet Village Landscaping ## Pergolas and Arbors in St Louis, MO Pergola and Arbor Installation in St Louis, MO. Quiet Village Landscaping has provided the Greater St Louis area with hardscaping services including pergola and arbor design and installation for over 10 years! Whether you’re looking to have an arbor designed as an entryway to your garden, or if you’d like a pergola installed to serve as a shaded area over your deck or patio, the experts at Quiet Village have the skill set necessary to efficiently design and install the pergola or arbor of your dreams! Pergolas and arbors designed and installed by Quiet Village Landscaping can feature climbing plants, as well as, beautiful architectural designs to serve as relaxing and delightful structural additions to St Louis homes and properties. To get started on pergola or arbor installation for your St Louis property, contact Quiet Village today by calling (314) 657-7050 or by completing our online contact form. [ LEARN MORE ](#) ### (314) 657-7050 contact us Quiet Village Landscaping ## We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Intellishade ### a premier pergola manufacturer, to bring you an expanded range of outdoor living solutions. By combining Quiet Village Landscaping’s expertise in creating beautiful outdoor spaces with Intellishade’s innovative pergola designs, we can now offer you seamless integration of shade structures into your custom landscape design. This collaboration allows us to enhance your outdoor living experience with sophisticated, adjustable shade solutions that complement our comprehensive landscaping services.” ![IntelliShade logo](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IntelliShade_MD-Logo_Vert-qy6tnozq5551ezen4w062w3x9pf0t141jafbjsczly.png "IntelliShade_MD-Logo_Vert-qy6tnozq5551ezen4w062w3x9pf0t141jafbjsczly | Quiet Village Landscaping") Transforming backyards with beauty and shade Where expert landscaping meets innovative shade solutions Creating your complete outdoor oasis Your dream landscape, perfectly shaded Building sanctuary spaces, beautifully covered Two trusted names, one perfect outdoor space Quiet Village Landscaping provides a full range of hardscape services including walkway paving, retaining walls, patio construction, poolscapes, and more to those living in St Louis and the surrounding areas. If you’re ready to get started on desiging the ideal pergola or arbor for your St Louis yard, allow the experts of Quiet Village Landscaping to assist you. ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/outdoor-kitchen-1-1.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/outdoor-kitchen-2-1-1.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/outdoor-kitchen-3-1.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/outdoor-kitchen-4-1.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pergola.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pergola-arbor-2.jpg) ![](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pergola-arbor-3.jpg) --- ### [Outdoor Kitchen](https://quietvillagelandscaping.com/outdoor-kitchen-2/) **Published:** April 10, 2025 **Author:** Crystal **Content:** Adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt labore dolore magna aliqua. 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