Landscape Design Adds Functional Beauty to Your Home
Landscape design is more than arranging plants. It’s the art and science of creating outdoor spaces that are both functional and beautiful. At Mark Hoerr Landscaping, we believe your yard should be a seamless extension of your home, designed with balance, flow, and purpose.
Whether it’s enhancing curb appeal, creating outdoor gathering spaces, or ensuring the land is properly graded for drainage, thoughtful design is essential. Poor planning leads to wasted investments and recurring maintenance problems. That’s why our expert landscape design services in the greater Peoria area are tailored to bring clarity, beauty, and long-term value to your property.
A well-executed design doesn’t just look good the day it’s installed. It grows and evolves with your home. From the first spring bloom to the fall colors, your outdoor space becomes a year-round showcase of natural beauty. Our team knows how to choose plants that thrive in Central Illinois’ unique climate, incorporate hardscape features that stand the test of time, and add lighting that turns your evenings outdoors into something magical.
Landscape design is a cornerstone of our comprehensive landscaping and ground work services, tying together planting, grading, sod and seeding, and outdoor lighting for a truly finished look.
Our Expert Approach to Landscape Design
We take a personalized, detail-driven approach to every design project. From the initial concept to the finishing touches, our process ensures that every element works in harmony.
- Consultation and Site Analysis We begin with an in-depth conversation about your vision, lifestyle, and budget. Then, we evaluate site conditions, including sunlight, soil quality, grading, and existing structures. This ensures our plan isn’t just beautiful, but practical and sustainable.
- Custom Design Plan Our team creates a tailored landscape design plan, including plant selection, hardscaping integration, lighting schemes, and grading solutions. We provide visual layouts so you can clearly see the transformation before work begins.
- Ground Work Preparation Proper preparation ensures long-lasting results. We handle grading for drainage, soil improvement, and sod or seeding foundations. This step is critical to prevent future erosion, flooding, or patchy lawns.
- Planting and Installation From colorful perennial beds to lush lawns and shade trees, we select plants that thrive in Central Illinois’ climate. We also add structural elements like edging, retaining walls, or walkways to bring definition and function to the design.
- Lighting and Final Touches Outdoor lighting extends the enjoyment of your space while enhancing safety. We strategically place fixtures to highlight architecture, plantings, and pathways, ensuring your home looks as stunning at night as it does in the day.
- Ongoing Support Beyond installation, we provide guidance on maintenance, seasonal updates, and enhancements to keep your design thriving year after year. We don’t just leave you with a new landscape. We partner with you to keep it healthy and vibrant.
We Provide Full-Service Landscape Design
Choosing Mark Hoerr Landscaping for your landscape design in Peoria and surrounding areas offers clear advantages:
Enhanced Curb AppealA professionally designed yard increases property value and makes a lasting impression on neighbors, guests, and potential buyers.
Functional Outdoor SpacesOur designs maximize usability, whether it’s for entertaining, relaxation, family activities, or creating a safe play area for kids.
Long-Term InvestmentProper grading, planting, and lighting reduce future maintenance costs and prevent issues like drainage problems, dead patches, or erosion.
Personalized AestheticEvery design is custom, reflecting your style and the natural character of your property. From modern, minimalist plantings to lush cottage-style gardens, we adapt to your vision.
Integrated SolutionsBecause we handle everything, from planting and seeding to lighting and hardscaping, you get a cohesive design that works together seamlessly. No detail is left unfinished.
Adding to these benefits is the peace of mind that comes from knowing every element of your yard has been planned with purpose. When form and function align, your outdoor space becomes an extension of your home that you’ll enjoy for years.
Why Choose the Mark Hoerr Team for Landscape Design
For over 30 years, homeowners in Peoria, East Peoria, Morton, and Washington have trusted us to transform their outdoor spaces with expertise and creativity. Our legacy of craftsmanship shows in every project we complete.
- Experience and Expertise – Our team combines decades of hands-on landscaping knowledge with modern design tools to deliver results that last. We understand the soil, weather, and natural conditions unique to Central Illinois.
- Trusted Reputation – We’ve built long-standing relationships in the community based on professionalism, reliability, and exceptional service. A large portion of our work comes from referrals — proof of the trust our clients place in us.
- Proven Results – From intimate backyard retreats to large-scale estate transformations, our portfolio showcases a wide range of successful designs tailored to homeowners just like you.
“Mike and his crew at Mark Hoerr Landscaping just completed a landscaping project at our home, and we couldn’t be happier. They were professional, clean, and finished everything in one day. We look forward to working with them again in the future.”
— Robyn G.Frequently Asked Questions about Landscape Design
Costs vary depending on project size and features. We provide transparent estimates after an initial consultation to fit your budget and goals.
While DIY projects are possible, professional design ensures that grading, drainage, and plant selection are done correctly — saving money and stress in the long run.
Smaller projects may be completed in a few weeks, while larger designs can take several months from planning to installation. We’ll provide a clear timeline up front.
The Foundation of Your Complete Landscape
Landscape design is the foundation of our broader landscaping and ground work services. By starting with a professional design, every element, from the ground up, works in harmony. A great design ensures that when combined with our expert lawn care, outdoor living, and hardscaping services, you get the complete picture of the perfect backyard getaway.
Together, these foundational services create a landscape that is not only beautiful and functional but also built to last.
Transform Your Outdoor Space with Custom Landscape Design
Your ideal landscape starts with a conversation. Let Mark Hoerr Landscaping bring your vision to life with professional landscape design in Peoria, East Peoria, Morton, and Washington.
Call us today at 309-396-6031 or contact us online to schedule your consultation.