Ted Lare Design Build & Garden Center

My wife wanted a cottage garden oasis for retirement. We contacted Ted Lare and they sent Jeff out. He was prompt, accessible, and listened to what she was thinking. The design he came back with was over the top amazing. It was a long summer with all the rain, but to see how happy she is sitting in her little slice of paradise with our two dogs this fall, makes it so worth it. Thanks so much Jeff.

We partnered w/ Ted Lare Design Build for our new home build. Keegan Lare was our landscape architect and helped develop our vision into a beautiful garden oasis. We wanted more than just a yard but rather a colorful, easy-care, drought-resistant landscape where we could enjoy many hours outside. Keegan listened and incorporated our ideas expertly. A highlight and focal point was his use of “blue stone” pavers near the patio and fireplace areas to provide a unique look and color — it’s an inviting and surprising feature which elicits many compliments. It breaks up the bland look of limestone pavers. Keegan is very talented and creative. He was involved with every detail beginning with site design, budget, drainage, buried gutters, retaining walls, fencing, stunning landscape lighting, gorgeous flower pots and artificial-turf putting green. Keegan and his especially hard-working, knowledgeable crew were outstanding. They have been responsive and quick to replace plantings that didn’t survive and are always quick to respond to questions or drop by to check on any concerns we might have. We’d do it all over again! We believe Ted Lare Design Build and Gardens are the best landscaping company in the Midwest!

Always a great time at the garden center. So much inspiration and beauty!

We had a great time painting a Mandala stone - highly recommend the class! Class size was small and all materials were provided. Instructor Betty Chamness Trost of Three Smooth Stones is excellent!

Designer Amber Davison was so accommodating in helping me pick the plants/shrubs I desired for my garden area. The installers were quick, efficient and very friendly! Their garden center is beautiful beyond belief!!!! Pay them a visit, you will be delighted you did.💚