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Winnebago County
Landscaping in Oshkosh, WI
From historic near-downtown homes to lakefront lots on Winnebago, Oshkosh is one of the communities we're proud to call a primary service area.
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Oshkosh is a city with real range. There are the stately older homes near downtown and UW-Oshkosh, the lakefront properties along Lake Winnebago and the Fox River, and everything in between. It is a place people know for EAA AirVenture every summer, but for us it is a city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own landscaping needs.
We travel to Oshkosh regularly — it is one of our named service areas — and we bring the same owner-supervised standard we hold in Appleton. Whether it is a historic garden restoration or a lakeside patio, we design for the specific property in front of us.
Areas We Serve
- downtown Oshkosh
- the near-campus historic district
- the Lake Winnebago shoreline
- Menominee Park area
- the west-side subdivisions
Local Landmarks
- Lake Winnebago
- EAA AirVenture / Wittman Regional Airport
- UW-Oshkosh
- Menominee Park
- Fox River
Historic Homes and Lakefront Lots
The older neighborhoods near downtown and the university call for landscapes that respect their age — structured beds, quality stonework, and plantings scaled to homes that have stood a century. We favor classic over trendy here.
On the lake, the priorities change to wind, erosion, and drainage. We stabilize shorelines with deep-rooted natives and stone and choose plants that can take the wind off Winnebago without shredding.
Drainage in a Lake City
Between the lake, the river, and heavy clay, Oshkosh yards see their share of standing water. We put drainage first — grading, French drains, and rain gardens that handle snowmelt — so the landscape on top has a stable foundation.
- Period-appropriate plantings for historic homes
- Shoreline stabilization and wind-tolerant plants
- Drainage solutions for lake-and-clay conditions
Popular Services in Oshkosh
Landscape Design
A custom, buildable plan for your whole yard — drainage, plantings, and hardscape that fit your property and our climate.
Learn moreDrainage Solutions
French drains, dry creek beds, rain gardens, and regrading that end standing water in our clay soil for good.
Learn morePaver Patios
Interlocking paver patios built on deep, compacted bases so they never heave or crack through a Wisconsin winter.
Learn morePlanting & Gardens
Native-forward gardens, trees, and shrubs chosen to survive Zone 5 winters and thrive with less water and upkeep.
Learn moreRetaining Walls
Engineered retaining walls that terrace slopes, stop erosion, and reclaim usable yard — built to hold through freeze-thaw.
Learn moreLandscape Lighting
Low-voltage LED lighting that makes your home safer, more secure, and stunning after dark — through every season.
Learn moreThey came down to Oshkosh, fixed our lakeside drainage, and rebuilt the beds. Worth every mile — the owner was hands-on the whole time.
Oshkosh Landscaping FAQs
Yes. Oshkosh is one of our primary service areas, about 25 minutes south of Appleton. We are there often and bring the same owner-supervised quality we do at home.
We can. Lakefront work needs shoreline stabilization, wind-tolerant plants, and smart drainage. We design for those conditions so wind and water do not undo the investment.
Often. The historic neighborhoods near downtown and UW-Oshkosh deserve landscapes that match their scale and era, and we build them with period-appropriate materials and plantings.
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