Business Profile
Leon's Landscaping is a full-service landscaping company proudly serving Onarga and the surrounding Iroquois County area. We understand the unique challenges local homeowners face, from yard drainage issues that can lead to standing water and soil erosion to shrubs that struggle and die due to poor soil conditions or improper care. Our team provides comprehensive solutions, starting with expert landscape design that incorporates proper grading and drainage systems. We offer specialized shrub care, including disease and insect management, as well as planting, pruning, and transplanting services to ensure your greenery thrives. From hardscaping like patios and retaining walls to routine lawn and landscape maintenance, Leon's Landscaping builds and maintains beautiful, functional outdoor spaces tailored to our local climate.
What the Company Handles
- Driveway construction or installation
- Greenscape design
- Greenscape construction
- Shrub planting
- Gardening
- Tree removal
- Lawn care
- Tree transplanting
Common Questions
What's the first step to fix a yard drainage problem in Onarga?
The first step is a professional assessment. We'll evaluate your property's grading, identify low spots where water pools, and check for issues like compacted soil common in our area. Often, the solution involves regrading, installing a French drain system, or incorporating strategic hardscaping like a retaining wall to redirect water flow and protect your landscape and foundation.
Why do my shrubs keep dying, and how can Leon's Landscaping help?
Dying shrubs in our region are often caused by a combination of factors: poor drainage leading to root rot, local soil deficiencies, or pest/disease pressure. We offer a complete shrub care program. This starts with a soil test and health diagnosis, followed by targeted solutions like proper transplanting to a better location, corrective pruning, organic disease/insect management, and a tailored planting plan with species suited for Onarga's conditions.
Can a new patio or walkway help with my yard's drainage issues?
Absolutely. When we construct patios, walkways, or retaining walls, we design them to be part of your overall drainage solution. We use permeable base materials and ensure proper slope (pitch) away from your home. A well-installed hardscape can effectively channel rainwater to appropriate drainage areas, solving puddling problems while adding beautiful, functional space to your property.

















