Transform Your Property: Your Landscape Done By Local Professionals
Properties across Windsor Heights, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Johnston, Clive, Pleasant Hill, and Norwalk face unique challenges that require thoughtful planning. From heavy clay soil that drains poorly to harsh freeze and thaw cycles that shift hardscapes, effective landscaping in Des Moines demands local knowledge and proven techniques. We combine proper grading, soil amendments, and plant selection with professional lawn care coordination to create outdoor spaces that thrive through every season.
Our approach addresses the realities of central Iowa landscapes, where spring rains create standing water, summer heat stresses shallow-rooted plants, and winter conditions test the durability of every installation. Whether you're starting from bare ground or refreshing an existing yard, we work with your property's natural characteristics rather than against them. Thoughtful design considers sun exposure, drainage patterns, and maintenance requirements to ensure your landscape remains beautiful and functional year after year.
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What Local Landscaping Pros Can Do for Your Outdoor Spaces
Complete landscape transformations require coordination across multiple elements, from foundation plantings to functional outdoor living areas.
Design and Planning
We create landscape plans that account for Iowa's growing zones, soil conditions, and seasonal extremes. Properties in West Des Moines and Urbandale benefit from designs that balance curb appeal with practical drainage solutions and low maintenance requirements.
Planting and Installation
Native and adapted plants establish faster in our clay soil and withstand temperature swings better than imports. We coordinate quality mulch applications, proper spacing, and soil preparation to give every planting the best start possible.
Hardscape Construction
Patios, walkways, and retaining walls require proper base preparation to survive frost heave and settling. Johnston and Clive properties often need grading adjustments and compacted bases before any pavers or stone go down.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Functional outdoor areas extend your usable space and increase property value. We install driveway pavers and patios with appropriate drainage, coordinate lighting placement, and create spaces that work with your lifestyle and lot characteristics.
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How Local Pros Take Care of Your Landscape Through the Seasons
Iowa's distinct seasons require different approaches to keep landscapes healthy and attractive throughout the year.
Des Moines, IA, Landscaping in the Spring
Spring brings heavy rains that test drainage systems and reveal winter damage. We assess erosion, refresh mulch beds, prune damaged branches, and plant new additions once soil temperatures stabilize. Windsor Heights and Pleasant Hill properties often need adjustments to downspout drainage and low spot corrections after spring thaws expose problem areas.
Des Moines, IA, Landscaping in the Summer
Heat and occasional drought stress shallow-rooted plants and newly installed landscapes. We monitor irrigation needs, adjust mulch depth to retain moisture, and coordinate reliable lawn maintenance to keep turf areas healthy. Norwalk and Carlisle properties with full sun exposure benefit from supplemental watering schedules and shade-tolerant groundcover alternatives in challenging spots.
Des Moines, IA, Landscaping in the Fall
Fall preparation protects your investment through winter. We complete final plantings, apply fresh mulch layers, trim perennials, and prepare beds for dormancy. This season offers ideal conditions for installing trees and shrubs, as cooler temperatures reduce transplant shock and allow root establishment before ground freeze.
Des Moines, IA, Landscaping in the Winter
Winter planning sessions allow us to design improvements and schedule spring installations before the busy season arrives. We assess hardscape integrity, note areas where snow accumulation causes damage, and develop strategies for problem spots. Properties throughout Urbandale and Johnston benefit from winter evaluations that identify opportunities invisible during growing season.
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(515) 303-2010What Homeowners in Des Moines Are Saying About Finding Local Landscaping Help
Real feedback from Des Moines homeowners who used Chop Chop Landscaping to connect with trusted local landscaping professionals.
Got three quotes through Chop Chop Landscaping for our Beaverdale backyard patio project. Made it easy to compare local companies and prices. The contractor we hired knew exactly how to handle our steep yard and finished on time.
Brandon H., Des Moines, IA
