Native Landscape Solutions | Expert Landscaping in St. Louis, MO

The most effective long-term strategy is a two-part approach. First, we install a high-quality, biodegradable weed barrier under a fresh layer of mulch. More importantly, we recommend strategically planting native ground covers and perennials. Plants like wild ginger or creeping phlox fill in space, shading the soil and out-competing weeds naturally. This creates a living mulch system that's beautiful and significantly reduces maintenance.

Dead patches are often caused by compacted clay soil, fungal diseases common in our humid summers, or shallow-rooted turf grass struggling with drought. A permanent fix involves core aeration to relieve compaction, overseeding with a regionally-appropriate, disease-resistant grass blend, and improving soil health with organic amendments. We focus on building a deeper root system so your lawn can access water during dry spells and better resist disease.

Absolutely. Native plants are our secret weapon in St. Louis. For erosion on slopes, we use deep-rooted natives like prairie dropseed. For shady, damp areas where grass won't grow, we install native shade gardens with ferns and sedges. These plants are adapted to our soil and climate, so they require less water, no fertilizer, and naturally crowd out weeds. They provide a beautiful, ecologically-friendly solution to problem spots.