Landscape Design in Denver, CO | Custom Designs | Sparrow Grow

Custom Design & Installation · Denver, CO

Landscape Design in Denver, CO

Designed for how Denver actually works — the clay soil, the altitude, the hailstorms, the dry summers. Not a generic plan that works in Phoenix or Portland but struggles here.

Colorado-Certified Horticulturists 15+ Years in Denver Free Property Consultations Licensed & Insured
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Landscape Design That’s Built for Denver

A landscape design that works starts with someone who actually understands the site. Not just a photo of the yard, but the real conditions — where the water pools after a rainstorm, which areas bake in afternoon sun, how deep the clay is, what’s growing nearby that could spread. That’s why we start every project with a visit to your property before we recommend a single plant.

We’re Sparrow Grow. We’ve been doing landscape design in Denver for over 15 years, and our team includes Colorado-certified horticulturists who know zone 5b conditions, Denver’s unpredictable spring weather, and which plants actually thrive at 5,280 feet. The plants we recommend aren’t just pretty — they’re right for the specific conditions of your yard.

We handle the full process: consultation, design, and installation. You’ll get a clear proposal with real pricing before anything moves forward. And we’ll explain the design in plain language so you understand exactly what you’re getting and why. Call us at 303.321.1230 to get started.

Our Landscape Design Process

1

Free Site Consultation

We come to your property, walk the space, and talk through what you’re hoping for — vision, budget, how you use the yard. This visit is free and comes with no obligation.

2

Site Assessment

We evaluate sun exposure, drainage, soil conditions, existing plants, and any challenges unique to your property. Denver’s clay soil often needs specific prep before any planting can succeed.

3

Design & Proposal

We develop a design plan and a clear written proposal with itemized pricing. No vague estimates. You know exactly what’s going in, where, and what it costs before you approve anything.

4

Installation

Our crews handle all installation — soil prep, planting, mulching, and any hardscape elements. We stay on site through completion and walk through the finished project with you.

Types of Landscape Design We Do

Full Yard Design & Installation

Complete redesigns of front yards, backyards, or both. We work from a clean slate or work with existing elements you want to keep. Includes plant selection, soil preparation, and full installation.

Xeriscape Design

Water-wise landscape design using native and drought-tolerant plants. Built for Denver’s semi-arid climate and watering restrictions. More about xeriscaping →

Perennial Garden Design

Gardens that bloom spring through fall and come back stronger each year. We design perennial beds around Denver’s actual growing season and select plants that are reliable at our elevation.

Native Plant Landscapes

Colorado native plants have deep roots, adapted to our climate, and require minimal intervention once established. Learn more →

Landscape Renovation

Renovating existing landscaping that isn’t working — removing invasive plants, replacing dead or failing specimens, redesigning sections of a yard to improve drainage or sun exposure.

Small Space & Urban Design

Many Denver lots — especially in Capitol Hill, the Highlands, and Congress Park — are small. We design for small spaces and get creative with vertical elements, containers, and layering to maximize impact.

Landscape Design Questions — Denver

Landscape design projects in Denver vary by scope. A single garden bed renovation might run $1,500–$4,000. A full front yard redesign and installation typically runs $5,000–$15,000. A complete front and back yard project can run $15,000–$40,000+. We give you a detailed written estimate before any work begins — call ${PHONE} for a free consultation.
We do both — we design and install. Some clients hire us for design only and install themselves or use another contractor, though this is less common. Most prefer to have us handle the full process since we know exactly how the design was intended to be executed.
Three things: the clay soil, the altitude (5,280 feet affects plant hardiness and watering needs), and the weather. Denver can get a foot of snow in May, intense hail in June, and 95-degree heat in July. Plants have to be genuinely tough, and design has to account for drainage and freeze-thaw cycles in ways that don’t matter in warmer climates.
Depends on the scope. A single bed renovation might be completed in one or two days. A full yard project typically takes one to two weeks for installation after the design phase. Spring and fall are our busiest times — projects starting in February or March get the best scheduling options.
Yes — we work throughout Denver. We’ve done landscape design projects in Washington Park, Cherry Creek, Capitol Hill, Mayfair, the Highlands, Park Hill, Lakewood, and neighborhoods across the city. Each neighborhood has its own soil and sun characteristics we account for.

Let’s Design Your Denver Yard Right

The consultation is free. We come to you, look at the space, and give you an honest read on what’s possible and what it would cost.

303.321.1230

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