FAQs

We proudly serve the greater Twin Cities and Western Wisconsin, offering landscaping services to a wide range of communities. Our service areas include Stillwater, Lake Saint Croix Beach, Woodbury, Cottage Grove, Hudson, Oakdale, Saint Paul, Minneapolis, Eagan, Bloomington, and Burnsville in Minnesota, as well as surrounding locations across Western Wisconsin. Whether you live in a bustling city neighborhood or a quiet riverside town, our team is equipped to deliver designs that suit your property’s unique character and environment.

We provide a full range of landscape design, installation, and maintenance services tailored to your outdoor needs. Our offerings include hardscape design and installation such as patios, walkways, and driveways, as well as landscape design and installation that incorporates vibrant gardens, trees, and shrubs. 

We also specialize in outdoor living design and Installation, creating inviting spaces with outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and fire pits. For structure and privacy, our team designs and builds fences and retaining walls that are both durable and visually appealing. To add a sense of tranquility, we install custom Water Features including fountains and waterfalls, along with complete pool installation services to transform your backyard into a private retreat. 

Our Patio Design and Installation services ensure beautiful, functional spaces for entertaining and relaxation, while our lawn care and maintenance programs—including mowing, fertilization, irrigation, and seasonal cleanups—help keep your property looking its best year-round. With Holm & Olson, you gain access to everything needed to create, enhance, and maintain your perfect outdoor environment.

Getting started is simple. First, you can request a consultation with our team, either online or by phone. During this initial conversation, we’ll discuss your goals, vision, and budget. We then schedule an on-site visit to assess your property, listen to your ideas, and begin shaping a design plan. This step allows us to align your expectations with practical solutions. Once you approve the proposed plan, our designers and installation crews begin work, guiding you every step of the way until the project is complete.

Our design process is thorough, creative, and tailored to your needs. It begins with a consultation to understand your preferences, lifestyle, and budget. We then evaluate the natural features of your property, such as terrain, soil quality, sunlight, and existing plant life. Using this information, we create detailed landscape plans that incorporate both functional elements—like patios, walkways, and irrigation—and aesthetic features—such as gardens, water elements, or outdoor living areas. 

We walk you through every detail of the design before construction begins. During installation, our team provides careful oversight to ensure precise placement, lasting craftsmanship, and a result that exceeds expectations.

Yes, absolutely. We understand that every client has different financial considerations, and landscaping can be a significant investment. That’s why we work closely with you to develop solutions that match your budget while still achieving your vision. For larger projects, we offer the flexibility of staging the work over time. This means you can complete the design in phases—perhaps starting with a patio or walkway and later adding a pool, garden, or outdoor kitchen. This phased approach allows you to spread out costs while still moving toward your long-term landscaping goals.

The timeline for a project depends on its size, scope, and complexity. Smaller projects, like installing a walkway or garden bed, may take only a few days. Larger undertakings—such as building an outdoor living space with a kitchen, fireplace, and water feature—can extend over several weeks. Seasonal conditions and weather may also affect timelines, especially for projects requiring excavation or concrete work. Before beginning, we provide you with a clear schedule so you’ll know what to expect and can plan accordingly.

Yes, we provide a full range of maintenance services to ensure your landscape remains beautiful and healthy long after installation. Our maintenance options include regular lawn mowing, fertilization, pruning, seasonal planting, and irrigation system care. We also handle fall and spring cleanups to prepare your yard for the changing seasons, along with snow removal services where needed. By offering ongoing care, we help preserve your investment and ensure your outdoor space thrives year after year.

We carefully select plants and materials to create landscapes that are both visually appealing and sustainable. Plant choices are guided by your property’s soil, sunlight, drainage, and climate conditions, ensuring long-term growth and health. We also consider your color preferences, maintenance needs, and how the plants will mature over time. 

For hardscaping, we source high-quality materials designed for durability, weather resistance, and beauty. Our approach ensures that every element—whether it’s a flowering shrub or a stone patio—not only looks great when installed but continues to add value to your property for years to come.

If any problems arise after installation, we stand by our work and are here to make it right. Whether it’s a plant that isn’t thriving, an adjustment needed for a walkway, or questions about irrigation, our team will respond promptly to address the issue. We view each project as a long-term relationship, not just a one-time service, and our goal is to ensure your complete satisfaction. By offering post-installation support and maintenance, we give you peace of mind that your investment is protected.

The cost of hardscape design and installation depends on the size of your project, the materials selected, and the level of detail involved. A simple walkway or patio will cost less than a large retaining wall or multi-feature outdoor living space. We provide customized estimates after reviewing your property and goals so you know exactly what to expect.

Hardscape design includes the built or structural elements of your yard, such as patios, retaining walls, walkways, and fences. Landscape design, on the other hand, focuses on living elements like trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns. Together, they create a balanced outdoor environment that is both functional and visually appealing.

Most patio design and installation projects take one to two weeks, depending on the size, materials, and weather conditions. More complex patios with integrated features like seating walls or fire pits may take longer.

In some cases, yes. Projects such as retaining walls, pools, or major grading work may require permits. We help determine what’s needed for your specific project and handle the permit process to keep everything compliant and stress-free.

Popular choices include concrete pavers, natural stone, and brick. The best option depends on your style, budget, and how you plan to use the space. We’ll review the benefits of each material and recommend the one that fits your needs.

The cost depends on the wall’s size, materials, and site conditions. A small garden wall will be less expensive than a large structural retaining wall. We provide detailed quotes to give you clear pricing before work begins.

We install a variety of fences, including wood, vinyl, aluminum, and ornamental styles. The right option depends on whether you need privacy, security, or decorative appeal.

Options include fountains, ponds, waterfalls, and bubbling rock features. Water features can be designed as stand-alone elements or incorporated into a larger landscape plan to create a calming focal point.

Our lawn care and maintenance services typically include mowing, edging, fertilization, weed control, aeration, and seasonal cleanups. Services can be tailored to your property’s needs and schedule.

Most lawns require weekly or bi-weekly care during the growing season. Additional treatments such as fertilization or aeration may be scheduled seasonally to keep your lawn healthy year-round.

Yes. We can incorporate native plants, efficient irrigation systems, and sustainable materials into your landscape design and installation. These choices reduce water use and support the local environment.

Absolutely. As part of our outdoor living design and installation services, we create fully functional outdoor kitchens, fire pits, fireplaces, and seating areas that extend your living space outdoors.

We start by understanding how you want to use your space—whether for entertaining, relaxing, or family activities. Then we create a plan that integrates hardscaping, landscaping, lighting, and custom features to bring your vision to life.