Aspen Garden & Landscape LLC

10/22/2026

This time of year, we get asked a lot: when is it too late to plant trees?

In Wisconsin, it's later than you might think! As long as the ground isn’t frozen and you can dig, there’s still time to plant many deciduous trees.

Fall planting has some real advantages: cooler temperatures, warm soil, and less stress on newly planted trees. Just remember to keep them watered well heading into winter.

Evergreens are a different story and generally benefit from being planted earlier in the fall.

Don’t put the shovel away just because the leaves are falling. It's a beautiful time to be out getting your hands dirty!

09/25/2026

Zero privacy, hungry deer, and tricky soil—this Verona home had all the classic suburban landscaping headaches, but the potential was huge.

Sitting along a woodland edge, this home needed smart privacy and defined spaces that could hold up against local wildlife and black walnut tree soil. Here is how we transformed it:

⮞Deer & Soil-Resistant Plantings: Hand-picked resilient perennials that thrive near black walnut trees without becoming a deer buffet.

⮞Outdoor Garden "Rooms": Built interconnected, flower-filled backyard zones that create a smooth, inviting transition into the woods.

⮞Architectural Front Beds: Framed the home’s crisp entry with clean rectangular beds packed with vibrant seasonal color.

What’s your biggest backyard challenge right now—deer, lack of privacy, or tricky soil? Let us know in the comments!

⮞View full project gallery: https://www.aspengardenandlandscape.com/verona-dream-garden

09/25/2026

Slope issues and failing walls can make a backyard feel closed-off and unusable.

For this Shorewood home, the old concrete patio and failing block walls were creating a cramped, boxy feel against a steep grade. Here is how we transformed the space into an open, functional outdoor living area:

➣Custom Decking: Elevated the main outdoor sitting area to overcome the downward slope and bring in natural light.

➣Bluestone Wall System: Installed angled bluestone retaining walls to maximize structural strength while adding clean, modern lines.

➣Side Yard Retreat: Built a private side garden featuring a custom bluestone patio and natural stepping stone pathways to tie the entire property together.

Looking to solve a tricky slope or grading issue on your property? Send us a message or request a quote at the link below!

https://www.aspengardenandlandscape.com/contact

09/22/2026

Welcome to Aspen Garden & Landscape!

Based in Madison, WI, we specialize in The Integration of Art and Environment—bringing outdoor spaces to life with thoughtful design and expert craftsmanship. Whether you are looking for a complete property renovation or detailed garden care, our skilled crew is ready to bring your vision to life.

Our Core Services Include:

▹Landscape Design & Renovations: Custom outdoor layouts tailored to your property.
▹Hardscapes: Custom patios, stone features, and structural outdoor elements.
▹Fine Gardening & Plantings: Detailed garden curation, planting installations, and care.
▹Landscape Lighting: Illuminating your outdoor living spaces after dark.
▹Stormwater & Grading: Functional site grading, drainage, and water management solutions.

Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space?—inquire today to discuss your project and schedule a consultation!

https://www.aspengardenandlandscape.com/contact

12/29/2025

We've had some pretty wild weather already this winter, haven't we? Temperature swing like this are one of the reasons we need to be particularly careful about the materials we choose in the upper midwest.

Want to learn more? Check out our latest blog on concrete block steps- and why we don't install them.

Thinking about replacing your front steps or rebuilding an old landing? If you're in the Madison, WI area, you’ve probably seen step systems made from concrete blocks- also called CMUs (concrete masonry units). They're inexpensive and easy to find at big box stores. But when it comes to outdoor st

12/12/2025

Just posted: a winter plant-caging guide! If you’re new to protecting your garden from deer, rabbits, and other winter munchers, this one’s for you. If you have any questions, reach out! We're happy to help.

If you live in Madison, Wisconsin and care about your garden, you’ve probably been at odds with some of our local critters. Rabbits, deer, voles…herbivores get hungry and our garden plants make a great meal. Winter is no exception. When cold weather settles in, some plants, especially rabbits, s...

12/01/2025

Here's Sam before Thanksgiving finishing this beautiful wall in Nakoma. Big snow, big change of seasons in the last couple days!

Grateful to work alongside good people and to do work we can be proud of.

Happy December, everyone! ❄️