New Lenox Landscaping Services
Landscaping is more than planting and maintenance - it’s the foundation of a thoughtfully designed outdoor environment. Our services enhance the beauty and long-term value of your property while creating outdoor spaces that feel intentional and timeless.
Our Approach to Landscaping
Great landscapes don’t happen by accident. They are carefully planned, expertly installed, and refined over time.
We begin with a clear understanding of
how you live
how your property functions
how each element should work together
The result is a landscape that feels natural, elevated, and effortless, yet performs beautifully in every season.
Designed for Longevity, Built for Real Life
A well-designed landscape should look stunning today and continue to improve with time.
We select plant material suited to your property, soil conditions, and climate, and we design with growth, maintenance, and durability in mind.
Whatever your goal:
refined curb appeal
a welcoming outdoor setting
a seamless connection between home, landscape, and hardscape
Our services create a foundation that supports it all.
Professional Landscaping Services in New Lenox, IL
New Lenox is a growing community with established neighborhoods, beautiful properties, and homeowners who take genuine pride in how their homes look and feel. At Bret-Mar Landscape, we provide professional landscaping services tailored to the unique needs of New Lenox homeowners, from properties near the Old Plank Trail and Veterans Parkway to neighborhoods throughout the village of New Lenox and beyond.
We understand the local factors that shape how a landscape performs here, including heavy clay soils that affect drainage and root development, the demands of each season, and the plant varieties best suited to this region. Our team brings that local knowledge to every project, delivering exceptional results and dependable service from start to finish.
New Lenox Landscaping Services Tailored to Your Property
Every property has its own character, and our approach reflects that. We develop landscape designs with clean lines, thoughtful plant selection, and a clear understanding of how each element should work together to create an outdoor space that feels like a true extension of your home. Our services for New Lenox homeowners include:
Landscape design and installation for garden beds, borders, and complete property transformations
Regular lawn care services including mowing, edging, and seasonal programs tailored to your lawn care needs
Weed control to keep your beds and lawn looking clean and well-maintained throughout the season
Tree planting selected for the local soil conditions and USDA hardiness zone applicable to the New Lenox area
Vegetable gardens designed and installed for homeowners who want a functional and beautiful addition to their property
Irrigation services to support moisture retention and keep your plantings healthy through dry stretches
Sustainable practices that support long-term plant health and work in harmony with local regulations and the surrounding environment
Seasonal yard waste collection and cleanup to keep your property in great shape year-round
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SERVING Homer Glen • Lemont • Orland Park • Lockport • Mokena • Palos Park • Palos Heights • New Lenox • Frankfort • Darien • Burr Ridge • Willow Springs • Naperville • Woodridge • Bolingbrook • Palos Hills • Tinley Park
Understanding New Lenox Soil and Growing Conditions
One of the most important local factors in New Lenox landscaping is the heavy clay soils common throughout the area. Clay soils present real challenges for drainage, root development, and long-term plant health when not properly addressed. Our team accounts for local soil conditions during the design and installation phase, selecting plant material suited to your specific site and incorporating soil preparation strategies that support healthy root growth and moisture retention over time.
We also design with poor drainage in mind where it exists, ensuring that your landscape not only looks beautiful but functions properly through heavy rain seasons and the wet conditions that follow a Chicagoland winter. The result is a landscape built to last and designed to improve with each passing year.
Why New Lenox Homeowners Choose Bret-Mar Landscape
Homeowners throughout New Lenox choose Bret-Mar Landscape because they want quality work from a team that communicates clearly, respects their property, and delivers on its promises. We are not a large national company. We are a local landscaping team with deep roots in the south suburbs and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction on every project we take on.
Whether your goals are focused on curb appeal, creating a more functional outdoor space, or establishing a landscape that grows and improves over time, we have the experience and the expertise to help you get there. We serve residential properties throughout New Lenox and the surrounding areas, and we would be glad to start a conversation about what we can do for your home.
Your Landscapes Transformation Begins Now
Welcome to a space designed for outdoor spaces that move people. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and lasting results, we are here to help you create a landscape that makes an impact for years to come.
Serving Discerning Homeowners Across Chicagoland
Bret-Mar Landscape provides professional landscaping services for homeowners throughout Homer Glen and the surrounding Chicagoland communities.
Our clients value thoughtful design, expert craftsmanship, and a process that prioritizes clarity, communication, and lasting results.
Meet the Team
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Adam
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Adam was raised in the landscape industry and developed an early fascination with heavy equipment and hands-on construction. From a young age, he was drawn to understanding how things work—spending hours building and rebuilding projects with Legos, which naturally evolved into a passion for operating equipment and constructing outdoor spaces. He joined the family business after studying Agriculture and Soil Science at South Dakota State University, where he was also a member of the FarmHouse Fraternity. Adam oversees the operations side of the business, managing project construction and field execution. Outside of work, he is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys spending time with his dog, Charlie, and ice fishing.
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Ashley
PRESIDENT
Ashley grew up in the landscape industry and studied Landscape Architecture and Business at South Dakota State University, where she was also a NCAA Division I equestrian athlete. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Landscape Illinois and is a past president of the organization. Ashley is passionate about landscape design and the ability to thoughtfully design outdoor spaces to enrich people’s lives—creating environments that encourage gathering and reflect pride of ownership. Outside of work, Ashley and her husband, Tim, enjoy spending time outdoors with their three dogs, hiking and fishing. She also competes in jumper competitions with her horse, Stella.
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Kurt
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
An avid outdoorsman, Kurt developed an early passion for land management. He studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where he met his wife, Sharon. Kurt leads the development and care of the nursery grounds at Bret-Mar, taking great pride in growing and nurturing plants that go on to thrive in clients’ landscapes. Outside of work, he enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his family on fishing trips.
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Sharon
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
From an early age, Sharon knew she wanted to pursue a career in the landscape industry. Her first job, while in high school, was at a garden center, where she developed a strong passion for plants and horticulture. She studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she also met her husband, Kurt. The landscape industry remains a lifelong passion for Sharon, and she enjoys spending time in her garden harvesting vegetables and cut flowers alongside her dog, Elly.
New Lenox Landscaping Starts Here
Transform Your Home Today
Speak with one of our expert designers and begin planning the outdoor living space you’ve always imagined.