Transform Your Outdoor Space
Landscaping
A local landscaping contractor with the experience and skills to make your outdoor project a success, design, plantings, lawns, mulch, and lighting tailored to your needs and budget.
What We Do
A Complete Landscape, Designed Around You
Great landscapes start with a plan. Our designers work with you to understand how you want to use your space, then bring it to life with the right plants, materials, and lighting. Whether you’re starting fresh or refreshing an established yard, every project gets the same personal attention that has defined Kittleson since 1987.
Because we design and install in-house, the plan is grounded in what we can build beautifully, and large projects can be phased across seasons while staying true to the master plan.
Our Landscape Services
Explore Our Landscaping Work
Landscape Design
Custom plans developed with our landscape architect, balancing durability, aesthetics, budget, and environment.
Bed & Plant Installation
Gardens, trees, shrubs, and ground cover that add color, vibrancy, and privacy to complement any property.
Lawn Installation
Seed and sod lawns prepped, graded, and fertilized for a thick, healthy stand of grass.
Mulch Installation
Fresh mulch that protects roots, retains moisture, suppresses weeds, and finishes beds cleanly.
Outdoor Lighting
Low-voltage landscape lighting for beauty, security, and safety, automatic or remote-controlled.
Excavation
Grading, drainage, and base prep that set your landscape and hardscape up to last.
Grading & Land Leveling
Rough and finish grading, drainage correction, and laser-leveled pad prep for lawns, patios, and structures.
Erosion Control
Slope, shoreline, and construction-site erosion control, from riprap and swales to NR151-compliant stabilization.
Tree Installation
Shade, ornamental, evergreen, and privacy trees, selected for Wisconsin’s climate and planted to thrive.
How We Work
Our Landscaping Process
Design & Plan
We walk your property, assess soil, drainage, sun and grade, then our landscape architect develops a plan and plant palette so you see the vision first.
Build & Install
Our in-house crews handle grading, beds, plantings, lawns, lighting and hardscape, measured, accurate, and cleaned up every day.
Walkthrough & Care
We walk the finished space with you and leave a simple watering and care plan so everything establishes and thrives.
What a Full Landscape Can Include
- Landscape design & 3D plans
- Grading & drainage correction
- Garden beds with trees, shrubs & perennials
- Seed or sod lawns
- Mulch & clean bed edging
- Boulders & natural-stone features
- Patios, walkways & retaining walls
- Low-voltage landscape lighting
- Water features & rain gardens
Landscaping Across the Greater Madison Area
Southern Wisconsin’s clay soils, Zone 5 winters, and freeze-thaw cycles all shape how a landscape should be built, which is exactly why local experience matters. For nearly four decades we’ve designed and installed landscapes for homeowners and businesses across the greater Madison area, from Madison, Verona, and Middleton to Mount Horeb and the lakeshore communities. Whether you need a complete design-build or a single service like landscape design, grading, or tree installation, we tailor the work to your site and budget.
Landscaping by Community
Explore our landscaping work in the communities we serve most:
Landscaping FAQs
What landscaping services does Kittleson offer?
Our landscaping division covers the full range, for both residential and commercial properties: landscape design, bed & plant installation, lawn installation (seed & sod), mulch installation, outdoor lighting, excavation, grading & land leveling, erosion control, and tree installation. We can handle a single service or design and build a complete outdoor space from the ground up.
Why is landscaping important?
It enhances your outdoor space, improves curb appeal, and increases your property value.
Why do I need a landscaping professional?
The right experience and equipment ensure the project is built to last and safe to enjoy for years.
What size projects can you handle?
Any size, we specialize in large residential and commercial projects.
Can I do my project in phases?
Doing it all at once is the most cost-effective, but we can evaluate your project and recommend the best way to phase it.
How much does a landscape project cost?
It varies with scope and site conditions; projects typically range from $2,000 to $15,000+. We’ll meet on-site to discuss your vision.
When is the best time of year to landscape in Wisconsin?
Spring through early fall is the prime window for most landscaping in southern Wisconsin, ideal for planting, new lawns, and bed installation, while fall is best for cleanups and preparing for winter. Because the season is short and crews book up fast, the best time to plan and design is over the winter or early spring.
What does a full landscaping project include?
A complete landscape usually combines design, grading, garden beds and plantings, lawn installation, mulch, and often hardscape elements like patios or walls and low-voltage lighting. We design everything around how you actually use your yard, then build it as one cohesive plan.
Do you use plants suited to Wisconsin’s climate?
Yes. We select hardy, regionally appropriate trees, shrubs, perennials, and grasses that thrive in our Zone 5 winters and local soils, so your landscape establishes well and looks great for years with less upkeep and replacement.
How long does a landscaping project take?
It depends on scope, a bed refresh or planting project may take a few days, while a full landscape with hardscaping can run a few weeks. We provide a clear timeline with your estimate and keep the site clean throughout.
What areas do you serve for landscaping?
We serve more than 35 communities across the greater Madison area, including Madison, Verona, Middleton, Mount Horeb, and Sun Prairie, spanning Dane, Iowa, Green, Sauk, Columbia, and Rock counties. See our full service area.
Ready to Reimagine Your Yard?
Tell us about your space and we’ll design a landscape you’ll love coming home to.
Helpful guides from our team: Lawn & Garden Tips and our Water Conservation resource.