Woodland Waterfalls

A babbling brook waterfall feature, a beautiful flagstone walkway, natural stone steps, plantings with landscape lighting, and a natural stone retaining wall will transport you to the place your soul needs to rejuvenate – in your very own backyard!

AN OZARK INSPIRED ESCAPE

This quaint rustic property sits right outside the suburbs of St. Charles County but looks like it’s located right in Ozark Country. The style is clearly modeled after the natural landscapes found near the Ozarks and we sought to reflect that style in our material choices and key landscape details. All the natural stones in and around the rolling water feature, natural stone edging, flagstone, and accent stone are all regionally sourced and selected to complement this woodland backyard retreat.

DESIGN ELEMENTS:

Shawnee Flagstone Steps
Natural Stone
Rustic Wood Accents
Columnar Blue Spruce
Redbud ‘Forest Pansy’
Catmint ‘Walkers Low’
Grass ‘Karl Foerster’
Chamaecyparis
Water Feature

TIMELINE

4 WEEKS

BUDGET

$200,000

LOCATION

WENTZVILLE, MO

The Transformation

FAQs

How much should I expect to spend on landscaping?

The cost of landscaping is difficult to generalize without site-specific information and an understanding of the specific vision for your home. However, Realtors published an article that states that a homeowner can expect to spend between 10-12% of the cost of their home on landscaping. We have found that for many projects, this is a fairly accurate projection, however, many projects are above or below that average based on the homeowner’s objectives, specific site requirements, and finished material selections.

Can I complete my project in phases?

Absolutely. We work with homeowners on a regular basis to create phasing plans for their projects. We will phase a project to meet the clients’ initial budget goals, while maintaining a cohesive design that can be flawlessly completed in 2 stages or 10, based on your specific needs.

How do I care for my plants after they are installed by Elevate?

There’s typically not a lot of maintenance in the first year or two after plants are installed. The above ground growth is minimal as the plants are trying to get root establishment as vigorously as possible.

Most plants require at least a light pruning each year (spring and fall are best) and it may be necessary to remove some dead wood or dormant material after the winter season.

The most important thing you can do to care for your plants is adhere to a strict watering plan, especially within the first year after installation. Click here to learn more about how to water your plants.