Harvest Moon Edible Landscapes - Minneapolis's Trusted Landscaping
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Core Services
- Landscape design
- Landscaping building design
- Design services
- Irrigation design services
- Greenscape design
Business Overview
Harvest Moon Edible Landscapes, founded by Dina Kountoupes and Krista Leraas in 2011, brings a deep-rooted commitment to sustainable food production and garden education from its origins in a nonprofit program. Based in Minneapolis, the company specializes in transforming local yards into productive, beautiful edible landscapes. Their expertise spans irrigation and landscape design, permaculture principles, and hands-on garden building, serving homeowners, renters, schools, and businesses. They focus on creating resilient, abundant gardens tailored to the Twin Cities climate, turning common landscaping challenges into opportunities for growing food and fostering community connections through practical, educational support.
Common Questions
How does Harvest Moon design for common Minneapolis lawn issues like patchy grass or tree root damage?
In Minneapolis, patchy lawns and tree root damage often signal poor soil health or incompatible plant choices. Instead of just resodding, we use these issues as a starting point for a more resilient edible landscape. Our design services can replace struggling turf with native ground covers, deep-rooted perennials, or food-producing shrubs that thrive in our local soil and shade conditions. This approach builds healthier soil, reduces water needs, and turns problem areas into productive, low-maintenance garden spaces.
What does your irrigation design service include for a Twin Cities edible garden?
Our irrigation design is tailored for Minnesota's variable seasons, focusing on water efficiency and plant health. We assess your soil type, sun exposure, and garden layout to create a system that delivers water precisely where your edible plants need it, minimizing runoff and waste. This often includes drip irrigation for vegetable beds and soaker hoses for perennial areas, ensuring your garden remains productive during dry spells while conserving our local water resources.
Can you help if I'm new to gardening and just want to start with a small edible space?
Absolutely. We specialize in helping Minneapolis residents start their gardening journey at a comfortable scale. Whether you have a sunny patio, a small backyard plot, or even a community garden space, our design services can create a manageable plan. We focus on a few easy-to-grow, high-yield plants suited to our climate and provide the education you need to care for them confidently, building your skills season by season.

