Natural Landscaping in Illinois

A back to nature movement has been gaining popularity to attempt to use the best aspects of the prairie without having the landscape look weedy.  With increased emphasis on sustainability and water conservation and with the growing use of ornamental grasses as landscape plants, the natural value of native wildflowers and colorful grass species are being utilized more and more.

Professional landscape designers have learned alot lately about how to tailor just the right mix of low maintenance natural plants, including trees and shrubs, with the public's acceptance of the more informal look.  The benefits of natural insect and disease resistance and lower water use are being appreciated by today's homeowners.  As people lead busier and busier lives, adding a splash of color to a well designed landscape can be the perfect answer for mother nature and us.