Is It Time to Redesign Your Landscape?

07/28/2025

Is It Time to Redesign Your Landscape? Here’s How to Tell Your yard should be a source of pride—not a source of frustration. But over time, even the best landscapes begin to show signs of age or become out of step with how you live. Whether your plants are struggling or your patio feels cramped,…
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Top 5 Native Plants for Wisconsin Landscapes

07/21/2025

Native Plants for Wisconsin Landscapes If you’re looking to create a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape that thrives in Wisconsin’s climate, native plants are the way to go. These plants are naturally adapted to local conditions, which means they require less water, fertilizer, and care—and still look great year after year. From city yards to rural properties,…
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5 Benefits of Low-Maintenance Landscaping

07/14/2025

5 Benefits of Low-Maintenance Landscaping for Busy Homeowners You don’t need to spend hours every week pulling weeds and trimming shrubs to have a beautiful yard. With low-maintenance landscaping, you can enjoy a polished, professional outdoor space that looks great year-round—with minimal time and effort on your part. For homeowners who value their weekends, this…
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Top 5 Reasons to Add a Fire Pit and Seating Area to Your Backyard

07/07/2025

Top 5 Reasons to Add a Fire Pit and Seating Area to Your Backyard Few landscape features create instant ambiance and year-round functionality like a fire pit and custom seating area. Whether you’re looking to boost property value or simply extend your enjoyment of the outdoors, adding a built-in fire feature is one of the…
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Overhead view of a custom paver patio foundation with seating area and fire feature

Top 4 Reasons for a Paver Patio Foundation

06/30/2025

Top 4 Reasons for a Paver Patio Foundation A paver patio is more than just a place to set your grill—it's the anchor of your outdoor living environment. Whether you’re hosting friends, enjoying a quiet evening outdoors, or connecting different areas of your yard, a well-designed paver patio creates structure, flow, and purpose in your…
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The Value of Outdoor Lighting

06/23/2025

The Value of Outdoor Lighting in Landscaping Outdoor lighting isn't just about aesthetics—it's a strategic investment that enhances safety, functionality, and property value. Whether you're highlighting architectural features, guiding guests with pathway lights, or creating a warm ambiance for nighttime entertaining, outdoor lighting stands out as one of the most impactful upgrades you can make…
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Long Lasting Landscape Design

06/16/2025

Long Lasting Landscape Design: Build Outdoor Spaces That Endure Not all landscaping is created equal. While some projects start to crack, settle, or fall apart within a few years, others remain timeless, beautiful, and structurally sound for decades. At Earthworks Landscaping, we specialize in building landscapes that don’t just look great on day one—they’re engineered…
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Landscape Drainage Solutions

06/09/2025

Landscape Drainage Solutions for Sloped Yards in River Falls If you live on a hill or have a backyard with any kind of grade, you’ve likely experienced standing water, runoff, or erosion during heavy rains. Sloped yards are beautiful, but without proper drainage systems, they can create frustrating problems that affect your landscape’s health and…
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Summer Landscaping in RF

06/02/2025

Last Chance to Plan Your Summer Landscaping in RF As summer approaches its peak, homeowners in River Falls, Hudson, Stillwater, Afton, and Woodbury are quickly realizing that time is running out to schedule their outdoor projects for this season. At Earthworks Landscaping, we’re seeing our calendar fill fast, and this post serves as your seasonal…
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Retaining Walls and Tiered Planting

05/26/2025

Retaining Walls and Tiered Planting Creating a beautiful and functional outdoor space in River Falls often requires more than planting flowers and laying pavers—it takes structure, vision, and thoughtful elevation design. One of the most effective ways to enhance a challenging landscape is through the use of retaining walls and tiered planting. In this project…
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