Landscaping in Winnetka, IL
Landscape Design, Hardscaping, Outdoor Living & Property Maintenance Since 1955
Your outdoor space should look like it belongs with your home and work for the way you want to live.
Shelly’s Landscape Contractors, Inc. provides professional landscaping in Winnetka, IL for homeowners looking to improve curb appeal, create more usable outdoor space, update an aging landscape, or keep their property looking its best throughout the year.
From custom landscape design and planting to patios, walkways, outdoor living areas, landscape lighting and ongoing property maintenance, our team can help you bring the entire property together.
Shelly’s Landscape is based nearby in Northbrook and has been serving Winnetka and Chicago’s North Shore since 1955.
Call (847) 291-1824 to discuss your Winnetka landscaping project.
A Winnetka Landscaper That Understands North Shore Properties
Winnetka is known for its tree-lined streets, established neighborhoods, distinctive homes and carefully maintained properties.
Landscaping these properties often requires more than simply adding a few plants or replacing a lawn. The best results come from looking at how the entire property works together.
That includes your home’s architecture, existing trees, sunlight, privacy, walkways, patios, planting beds, drainage, outdoor entertaining areas and the way your family actually uses the yard.
Whether you recently purchased a home that needs an updated landscape or you have lived in your Winnetka home for years and are ready for a change, Shelly’s Landscape can help you develop a plan that makes sense for your property, goals and budget.
Landscape Design in Winnetka, IL
A successful landscape starts with a good plan.
Our landscape design team works with you to understand what you like, what is not working now, how you use your outdoor space and what you would like to change.
Your project may include:
- Front yard landscape design
- Backyard landscape design
- New planting beds
- Trees, shrubs and perennial plantings
- Privacy landscaping and screening
- Foundation plantings
- Garden design
- Landscape renovation
- Seasonal color
- Outdoor entertaining areas
- Patios and walkways
- Landscape lighting
- Outdoor kitchens and gathering areas
Instead of treating each improvement as a separate project, we can help you create a landscape where the plantings, hardscaping and outdoor living areas work together.
Whether you want a traditional landscape that complements an established Winnetka home or a cleaner, more contemporary outdoor space, the design should feel like a natural extension of your property.
Hardscaping & Patios in Winnetka
Create Outdoor Space You Will Actually Use
The right hardscaping can completely change how you use your backyard.
A new patio can give you room for outdoor dining and entertaining. Walkways can improve how people move around your property. Retaining and seat walls can add structure and definition. Fire features and gathering areas can make your backyard more enjoyable well beyond summer.
Shelly’s Landscape designs and installs hardscapes including:
- Brick paver patios
- Natural stone patios
- Outdoor living areas
- Walkways and garden paths
- Retaining walls
- Seating walls
- Outdoor kitchens and dining spaces
- Fire pit areas
- Driveway and entrance accents
- Steps and transitions
Your hardscape should complement your home rather than look like something that was added later.
We consider the size and style of your home, surrounding landscaping, traffic patterns, grading and intended use before developing the final design.
Backyard Landscaping & Outdoor Living
Your backyard can be much more than a lawn.
If you enjoy having family and friends over, cooking outside, relaxing by a fire or simply spending more time outdoors, Shelly’s Landscape can help you turn an underused backyard into a functional outdoor living area.
A complete backyard transformation may combine:
- Patio and seating areas
- Outdoor dining space
- Outdoor kitchens
- Fire features
- Garden beds and plantings
- Privacy screening
- Landscape lighting
- Walkways
- Seat walls
- Lawn and garden areas
The goal is to create separate areas that work together rather than filling the yard with unrelated features.
We can help you decide what makes sense for your available space and develop a plan that can take your project from the initial concept through installation.
Landscape Installation in Winnetka, IL
Good landscape design only works when it is installed correctly.
Our landscape installation team brings the design to life with attention to plant placement, spacing, grading, bed preparation, hardscape integration and the long-term appearance of your property.
Landscape installation can include:
- Trees and shrubs
- Perennials and seasonal plantings
- New garden beds
- Landscape renovations
- Lawn improvements
- Mulching
- Hardscape integration
- Outdoor living improvements
If parts of your existing landscape are worth keeping, we can incorporate them into the new design rather than starting over unnecessarily.
The result is a landscape that feels established and connected to your home.
Landscape Lighting in Winnetka
Enjoy Your Property After the Sun Goes Down
Professional landscape lighting can change how your home and yard look at night while making outdoor areas easier to navigate.
Shelly’s Landscape provides outdoor lighting solutions for:
- Walkways
- Front entrances
- Patios
- Decks
- Gardens
- Driveways
- Architectural features
- Trees and landscaping
- Outdoor entertaining areas
The right lighting should highlight your property without overwhelming it.
Carefully placed fixtures can showcase mature trees, architectural details, stonework and planting areas while providing practical lighting where you need it most.
Landscape Maintenance in Winnetka, IL
Keep Your Property Looking Its Best Throughout the Season
A professionally designed landscape needs regular care.
Shelly’s Landscape offers landscape maintenance programs for Winnetka homeowners who want a clean, well-maintained property without having to manage every detail themselves.
Services can include:
- Lawn mowing
- Edging
- Mulching
- Shrub and hedge trimming
- Pruning
- Weed control
- Fertilization
- Seeding
- Replanting and landscape updates
- Bed maintenance
Our maintenance plans can be customized around the needs of your property.
That means your lawn, planting beds, shrubs and landscaped areas receive the attention they need to continue looking healthy and well maintained as the seasons change.
Updating an Older Winnetka Landscape?
You do not always need to completely redesign your property.
Many established Winnetka homes already have mature trees, quality plant material or hardscape features worth keeping.
The problem may be that shrubs have become overgrown, planting beds feel dated, patios no longer meet your needs, or the landscape has lost the structure it once had.
A landscape renovation can selectively improve the parts of your property that need attention while keeping the features that still work.
Possible improvements include:
- Reworking existing planting beds
- Replacing overgrown shrubs
- Adding privacy plantings
- Updating patios or walkways
- Adding outdoor lighting
- Creating a new backyard gathering area
- Improving transitions between landscaping and hardscaping
- Adding seasonal color
- Refreshing the front entrance and curb appeal
If you are unsure whether you need a complete redesign or a smaller landscape renovation, our team can evaluate the property and help you determine the best approach.
Why Winnetka Homeowners Choose Shelly’s Landscape
Serving Chicago’s North Shore Since 1955
You have plenty of choices when searching for a landscaping company in Winnetka.
Experience matters when you are making a long-term investment in your home.
Shelly’s Landscape offers:
- North Shore landscaping experience dating back to 1955
- A nearby Northbrook location
- Experienced landscape design professionals
- Design and installation from one company
- Landscaping, hardscaping, lighting and maintenance services
- Customized designs based on your property and goals
- Experience working with established North Shore properties
- Long-term landscape maintenance options
Instead of coordinating separate contractors for your landscaping, patio, plantings and lighting, you can work with one company to develop a coordinated plan for your outdoor property.
Our Landscaping Process
From Your First Idea to the Finished Landscape
We make it easier to move from thinking about your project to actually enjoying it.
1. Tell Us What You Want to Change
We start by learning what you like about your current property, what you want to improve and how you would like to use the space.
2. Evaluate Your Property
We look at the existing landscape, property layout, sunlight, grading, plantings, hardscapes and other factors that may affect the project.
3. Develop Your Plan
Our team develops recommendations based on your goals, property and budget.
4. Select Materials and Plantings
We help coordinate plants, stone, pavers and other materials so the finished project complements your home.
5. Professional Installation
Our installation team brings the plan to life and coordinates the different elements of your project.
6. Keep It Looking Great
If you want ongoing help after installation, ask about our landscape maintenance services.
Landscaping for Winnetka’s Distinctive Homes
Every Winnetka property is different.
A landscaping plan for an established home near the lake may have very different needs from a home closer to Hubbard Woods, Indian Hill or another residential area of Winnetka.
Some homeowners want more privacy.
Others want a better backyard for entertaining.
Some want to preserve mature landscaping while updating planting beds and hardscapes.
Others are renovating the entire property and want the landscape redesigned at the same time.
Our job is to understand what you want your property to do and develop a solution that fits your home rather than forcing your property into a standard landscape package.
Frequently Asked Questions About Landscaping in Winnetka
Do you provide landscaping services in Winnetka, IL?
Yes. Shelly’s Landscape has been serving Winnetka and communities throughout Chicago’s North Shore since 1955. Call (847) 291-1824 to discuss your property and project.
What landscaping services do you offer in Winnetka?
Shelly’s Landscape provides landscape design, landscape installation, hardscaping, patios, walkways, outdoor living areas, landscape lighting and ongoing landscape maintenance.
Can you redesign my existing landscaping?
Yes. Many homeowners do not need to start from scratch. We can evaluate your existing trees, shrubs, planting beds and hardscapes and recommend which features should remain, which should be updated and where new landscaping may improve the property.
Do you design patios and outdoor living spaces?
Yes. Shelly’s Landscape can design and install patios, walkways, retaining walls, seating walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pit areas and other hardscape features as part of a complete outdoor living plan.
Can you help improve privacy in my backyard?
Yes. Landscape design can use trees, shrubs and layered plantings to improve privacy while maintaining an attractive appearance. The best solution depends on your available space, sunlight, existing landscaping and the amount of screening you want.
Do you offer landscape maintenance in Winnetka?
Yes. Landscape maintenance services can include lawn mowing, edging, mulching, pruning, trimming, weed control, fertilization, seeding, replanting and ongoing care for landscaped areas.
Can you add landscape lighting to an existing property?
Yes. Landscape lighting can be added to both new and existing landscapes. Lighting can be used around walkways, patios, gardens, driveways, entrances, architectural features and outdoor entertaining areas.
Can Shelly’s Landscape handle both the design and installation?
Yes. Working with one company for design and installation can help create a more coordinated project because the landscape, plantings, hardscaping and other features are planned to work together.
How do I get started with a landscaping project in Winnetka?
Call Shelly’s Landscape at (847) 291-1824 or use the website contact form to tell us about your property and what you would like to accomplish.
Ready to Improve Your Winnetka Property?
Whether you want to redesign your front yard, build a new patio, create an outdoor entertaining area, update an older landscape, add landscape lighting or arrange professional landscape maintenance, Shelly’s Landscape is ready to help.
We have been serving homeowners throughout Chicago’s North Shore since 1955 and understand the care that goes into creating and maintaining a beautiful residential property.
Call Shelly’s Landscape Contractors, Inc. today at:
(847) 291-1824
Serving Winnetka and Chicago’s North Shore since 1955.
