Distinctive Landscapes, Thoughtfully Crafted
Custom landscape design and installation for homes and lake properties across the Minneapolis and Twin Cities metro communities.
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Our Work
Every Garden Expressions landscape is custom-designed to reflect the home, the setting, and the people who live there.
Curb Appeal & Entryways
Gardens
Patios
Water Features
Our Process
Step 1 — Dream
Every great landscape starts with a conversation. We listen carefully—exploring how you live, what you love, and what you envision for your outdoor space.
Step 2 — Design
We translate your ideas into a clear, thoughtful design. Together, we refine every detail until it feels right—before any work begins.
Step 3 — Create
Our crew brings the design to life with care and precision. We stay true to the vision while allowing room for thoughtful, on-site creativity.
The result is a relaxed, collaborative experience—and a landscape that feels uniquely yours.
Services
Garden Expressions provides start-to-finish landscape design and installation services.
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Thoughtful, collaborative design that transforms how your property looks, feels, and lives—before a single shovel hits the ground.
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Beautifully crafted stone and paver surfaces that anchor your landscape and elevate everyday movement outdoors.
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Custom water features that bring motion, sound, and a sense of calm—designed as living works of art.
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Structurally sound, visually refined retaining walls that shape the land while blending seamlessly into the landscape.
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Subtle, expertly placed lighting that enhances safety, highlights craftsmanship, and extends the enjoyment of your landscape into the evening.
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Layered plantings and gardens selected for beauty, longevity, and seasonal interest—rooted in how you want to live outdoors.
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Outdoor kitchens designed for gathering, entertaining, and effortless hosting—built to feel as natural as your indoor space.
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Custom fencing and natural screening that define space, create privacy, and complement the character of your home.
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Smart irrigation and professional sodding that establish healthy lawns and landscapes from day one—and keep them thriving.
Meet the Crew
Our work is only as good as the people behind it. You’ll see these faces on your property—and in your neighborhood.
Tony Schuster
Bringing fresh ideas, thoughtful collaboration, and attentive client care to every project.
Sales & Design
Pete Larson
The steady hand behind every Garden Expressions project, with over 30 years of landscape experience.
Co-Owner & Crew Leader
Rick Theis
A master craftsman whose water features are considered among the finest in the Twin Cities.
Feature Implementation