Professional Landscaping That Transforms Your Property
Full-service landscape design, installation, trimming, sodding, and seasonal plantings
Care you can see — every season, every visit
Trusted in Southern Minnesota since 1984. Fast response. No obligation.
Landscaping in Owatonna & Southern Minnesota
An overgrown hedge, patchy sod, or bare-dirt beds don't just look neglected — they drag down property value and make your entire outdoor space feel uninviting. In southern Minnesota, where Zone 4b winters punish weak plantings and clay soils test drainage, generic landscaping rarely holds up. The Groundsmasters designs and installs landscapes built for these conditions: cold-hardy plant selections, properly amended soils, and grading that moves water away from foundations. From bed renovations and sod installation to full-property redesigns, the outcome is an outdoor space that adds 10–15% to your property's value, looks intentional year-round, and actually gets easier to maintain over time — not harder.
We proudly serve Owatonna, Austin, Albert Lea, Mankato, North Mankato, and surrounding Southern Minnesota communities.
What this looks like on your property
- Clean bed lines and intentional plantings visible from the street
- Grading that moves water away from foundations — no more pooling
- Plants selected for Zone 4b that hold structure through winter
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Why Homeowners Choose Groundsmasters
Why Landscaping Matters
Well-designed and maintained landscaping does more than boost curb appeal. It increases property values -- studies consistently show that quality landscaping adds 10 to 15 percent to residential property values and significantly improves first impressions for commercial properties. Properly placed trees and shrubs reduce energy costs by providing shade in summer and windbreaks in winter. Strategic grading and bed design manage stormwater runoff, protecting foundations and preventing erosion. In Owatonna's climate, where freeze-thaw cycles, heavy precipitation, and severe winters test every landscape, professional installation and maintenance make the difference between a landscape that thrives and one that struggles. Investing in professional landscaping is investing in your property's long-term value and your everyday enjoyment of your outdoor spaces.
What's Included
- Bush, tree, and shrub trimming and shaping
- Landscape bed design, installation, and renovation
- Soil preparation, grading, and amendment for new plantings
- Sod installation for instant, established lawn areas
- Lawn repair and overseeding for damaged or thin turf areas
- Seasonal plantings and flower bed design
- Retaining wall and garden border installation
- Seasonal cleanup and landscape bed maintenance
Our Landscaping Process
Design Consultation
We visit your property to discuss your vision, assess existing conditions, evaluate drainage patterns, and take measurements. You get a free estimate with detailed scope and pricing.
Site Preparation
Proper preparation is the foundation of lasting landscaping. We clear debris, remove old plantings if needed, grade the soil, and add amendments to create ideal growing conditions for new plants and sod.
Installation
Our crews install plantings, sod, edging, and landscape features according to the approved plan. We use quality materials and follow industry best practices for plant spacing, planting depth, and bed construction.
Finishing & Follow-Up
We mulch new beds, clean up all work areas, and provide watering and care instructions for new plantings. We schedule follow-up visits to check plant establishment and address any concerns.
Benefits of Professional Landscaping
- Increases property value by 10–15% with well-designed landscaping
- Proper soil preparation gives new plantings the best start possible
- Sod installation provides an instant, established lawn without waiting for seed
- Strategic plant placement reduces energy costs and improves comfort
- Expert trimming promotes healthy growth and maintains natural plant form
- Seasonal plantings keep your property looking vibrant year-round
- One company handles everything from design to installation to maintenance
See real results from projects like yours
See Our Work
Recent landscaping projects across southern Minnesota.
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What Our Customers Say
“They transformed our front yard completely. Neighbors keep asking who did the work.”
— Mark R., Owatonna
“Great eye for design and the crew was respectful of our property the entire time.”
— Amy S., Medford
“The curbing they installed looks fantastic. Clean lines, great color — exactly what we wanted.”
— Tom H., Faribault
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Serving Owatonna, Mankato, Albert Lea, Austin, and 17+ surrounding communities.
Trusted in Southern Minnesota since 1984. We'll follow up within 24 hours — often sooner. No obligation.
Landscaping for Owatonna & Southern Minnesota
Landscaping in Owatonna means working with Zone 4b conditions -- plants need to be cold-hardy, drought-tolerant during summer dry spells, and able to handle the heavy clay soils found across much of Steele County. Our team knows which species thrive here and which ones struggle. We select proven performers like lilacs, hydrangeas, hostas, daylilies, ornamental grasses, and native shrubs that provide year-round interest and reliability. For turf, we use sod blends optimized for our climate that establish quickly and develop the strong root systems needed to survive Minnesota winters. From the historic residential streets near downtown Owatonna to commercial properties along the I-35 corridor, our landscaping services are designed to look great and last through every season.
We approach every landscaping project with the understanding that your outdoor space is an extension of your home or business. That means we listen carefully to how you use your yard, what maintenance level you are comfortable with, and what aesthetic you are going for. Some clients want low-maintenance native plantings that look natural and attract pollinators. Others want formal, manicured beds with seasonal color rotations. We can do both, and everything in between. Our experience with hundreds of properties across southern Minnesota means we can anticipate challenges and recommend solutions before they become problems. Whether you are starting from bare dirt on a new construction or renovating a tired landscape on an established property, The Groundsmasters has the expertise and equipment to make your vision a reality.
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