Transform your home with a custom landscape design that’s both functional and visually stimulating. Every project begins with a personal consultation where we walk your property together, explore your goals, and discuss how you plan to use and enjoy your outdoor space. Whether you dream of a pollinator garden, prefer low maintenance design, or need deer resistant and drought tolerant plant options, our team listens carefully to design around your lifestyle.
From sun and shade conditions to irrigation and traffic patterns, we consider every detail before the design work begins. Each plan reflects your vision and budget, creating a landscape that feels natural, practical, and uniquely yours.
Trusted by Columbus homeowners for 15 years and counting, we design residential landscapes that bring creativity, comfort, and long term value to your home. Our design plans can also include integrated landscape lighting to highlight your home’s architecture, enhance evening ambiance, and extend outdoor enjoyment after sunset.
Low Maintenance Gardens
Low maintenance gardens are perfect for homeowners who want a landscape that stays neat, intentional, and attractive without constant upkeep. In our region, low maintenance does not mean plants that never need water or fertilizer. It means plants that behave well and maintain their shape and coverage throughout the seasons.
We focus on plant selections that do not self seed aggressively, spread uncontrollably, or require frequent cutting back. These are reliable varieties that look their best with only light attention in spring and fall. During the growing season, routine weeding and fertilization in spring and late summer help the landscape stay healthy and full. Once established, many of these plants become more drought tolerant and resilient through the heat of the season.
Our low maintenance garden designs are structured to minimize unwanted growth and reduce time spent managing overactive plants. The result is a garden that stays balanced, tidy, and beautiful from season to season. These designs are ideal for Columbus and surrounding communities where homeowners want lasting curb appeal with minimal upkeep.
For homeowners who want continued support after installation, additional maintenance options are available through our Yard Plans and Flowerbed Maintenance service.
Deer Resistant Design
Deer activity can be common in parts of Columbus and surrounding areas, especially in neighborhoods near wooded lots or open green spaces. In fact, the white tailed deer population in Worthington has increased over the years, and landscape damage has become a growing concern across central Ohio. Homeowners in this region are seeing the effects of overbrowsing, where deer feed heavily on ornamental plants, shrubs, and young trees. You can learn more about the local deer population and its impact on the environment through the City of Worthington’s Deer Facts.
Our deer resistant landscape designs protect your investment while keeping your yard visually balanced and welcoming. We use proven plant varieties that naturally discourage white tailed deer from browsing without the need for harsh repellents. These plants provide structure, texture, and color all season long while maintaining the character of your outdoor space. By combining evergreen screening with flowering perennials and shrubs that deer tend to avoid, we create landscapes that maintain consistent form and visual appeal year after year.
Each deer resistant design is planned with your landscape’s microclimate and mini ecosystem in mind, from sunlight and soil conditions to existing vegetation and landscape orientation. Our goal is to create a thriving landscape that maintains its look and health even in areas with heavy deer browsing pressure.
After your design implementation, you may prefer that we continue caring for your landscape. We can keep weeds pulled in your flowerbeds, trim evergreens as needed, and complete seasonal fertilization for newly installed plants so your landscape continues to thrive. Check out our ongoing care options by visiting our Yard Plans and Flowerbed Maintenance service.
Pollinator Gardens
Pollinator and native gardens have become a trending favorite among eco conscious homeowners who want landscapes that give back to the environment. The movement is growing across Columbus Ohio where recent updates to city zoning now allow homeowners to dedicate up to 100 percent of their property to pollinator friendly landscapes, an increase from the previous 50 percent limit. Learn more about this zoning update here.
These gardens attract birds, butterflies, honeybees, and other beneficial insects that play an essential role in supporting biodiversity. Our pollinator garden designs are created to support these species by providing consistent food and shelter throughout the growing season. We select Ohio native and adaptive plants that bloom throughout the growing season or add seasonal interest in the winter. These designs often feature water elements such as birdbaths that provide a clean, reliable water source for Ohio’s state bird, the cardinal, as well as other native birds. The result is a lively natural garden that feels alive and full of movement.
Traditionally, pollinator gardens are intentionally less manicured than formal landscapes. However, we can design them with a refined sense of structure by integrating classic garden styles. Drawing inspiration from lineages such as English gardens, we can include elements like evergreen hedging, nectar rich native perennials, and native specimen trees and shrubs to create focal points and visual interest while maintaining a natural feel that still supports habitat and biodiversity.
Once established, prairie style pollinator gardens rely largely on mother nature for care, allowing habitat and structure to remain intact for pollinators and birds that use it for protection and feeding. Our designs focus on native ecology and urban ecology in Columbus and surrounding communities.
After installation, we can assist with light seasonal maintenance if desired, such as early spring cleanup or selective pruning to encourage healthy regrowth. Learn more about ongoing care through our Spring Cleanup Service or our Yard Plans for complete seasonal care.
Landscape Lighting Service in Columbus, Ohio
Bring your landscape to life after dark with custom-designed outdoor lighting by grasshuggers. Our landscape lighting service highlights the beauty of your home and gardens while improving safety, visibility, and nighttime ambiance.
Our lighting designers create balanced plans that enhance architectural details, focal trees, walkways, and gathering areas. Whether you want soft, inviting pathway lights, dramatic uplighting to showcase your landscape’s structure, or subtle accents for outdoor entertaining spaces, we tailor every system to your home’s layout and needs.
We install high-quality fixtures with 12-volt, energy-efficient LED bulbs that are designed for durability and backed by warranty for long-term performance in Ohio’s seasonal weather. Every lighting plan is built to complement your property’s existing design, enhance curb appeal, and provide reliable nighttime comfort for years to come.
See Landscape Lighting for more information.
Hardscaping
Hardscaping adds structure, function, and balance to every landscape design. Our team collaborates closely with trusted area contractors who specialize in high-quality craftsmanship, ensuring that every element integrates seamlessly with your plant design.
From multi-level patios and custom walkways to retaining walls and fire pits, we create layouts that blend beauty and purpose. Materials are chosen to match the character of your home and the natural surroundings, whether you prefer the warmth of natural stone or the precision of high-density pavers.
Each hardscape design is carefully planned for proper drainage, stability, and longevity, so your outdoor spaces look exceptional and perform beautifully for years to come.
faqs
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Q: Do you provide custom design service?A:
Yes, every landscape design we create is custom. We design around your property, lifestyle, and goals so the finished plan reflects how you want to live and use your outdoor space.
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Q: Do you charge to create a design plan?A:
Yes, we charge an initial design fee that covers the on-site consultation, evaluation, and creation of your custom design plan. The design plan shows plant types, placement, and layout details so you can clearly visualize the final result.
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Q: Should I know my budget before I contact you for design services?A:
Having a general budget in mind helps guide your design and material selections. It allows us to align the design with what is realistic for your goals and property size while maintaining visual impact.
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Q: Do you install patios, decks, or fire pits?A:
While we don't install these features directly, we work closely with master craftsman contractors who specialize in patios, decks, and fire pits. This collaboration ensures every design and installation integrates seamlessly with your overall landscape plan.
Our Process
Request a quote
Once you request a quote for landscape design services in Columbus, Ohio and surrounding areas, we will reach out to schedule a time to meet in person and walk your property together. During this visit, we will discuss how you intend to use your outdoor space, how you plan to interact with it, and uncover any special needs or interests you would like incorporated into the design. We will also talk about your project budget to give you a realistic idea of what your landscape design may cost based on the scale of your project.
After the design consultation, once we've gathered all the necessary details, we will prepare a proposal that outlines a quoted estimate within your desired budget along with the design fee for creating your personalized landscape plan.
We provide landscape design consultations throughout Columbus and surrounding areas including Bexley, Clintonville, Gahanna, New Albany, North Columbus, Upper Arlington, Westerville, and Worthington.
Approve your quote
Once you approve your quote proposal and pay the design fee, we will begin working on your custom landscape design. The estimated time needed to complete your design will be outlined in your proposal.
When your design is ready, we will reach out to schedule an online video conference to present your completed design. During this presentation, we will walk you through every detail and answer any questions you may have. After the presentation, you will receive a copy of your design for your records.
If you are satisfied with the design, we will then prepare a detailed quote based on the approved plan. Once that quote is complete, we will send it to you for review and approval. After your approval is received, your landscape installation will be scheduled within the time frame provided in your original proposal.
Scheduling your service
When you approve your final quote, your landscape design project will already include a general time frame for the installation window written into your quote. Because landscape design and installation work depend on weather, plant and material availability, and overall schedule load, we do not assign a specific start date until the week your design installation is set to begin.
Your design installation will be scheduled based on plant and material availability to ensure your landscape design is installed at the ideal time for overall design success. Once your start date is confirmed, we will notify you by text and email so you know exactly when to expect our crew.
This approach helps us deliver consistent, high-quality landscape installations across Columbus and surrounding areas.
Service day
On service day, you will receive a text message when we are on the way to your home. Before work begins, you may notice small flags and spray paint markings on your property. These are placed by the city's utilities program to identify underground utility lines such as gas, water, and communication services that may be buried on your property.
Before we arrive, you should mark any buried lines that were homeowner-installed, such as landscape lighting or irrigation lines. When we arrive, our team will mark underground downpipes connected to your gutter system to avoid striking them before we begin working.
This step supports our company vision of safety first. Identifying all utilities helps us prevent damage, avoid service interruptions, and keep both our crew and your property safe throughout the installation.
Once your design installation is complete, we will remove and discard all flags and markers that were placed around your property. This safety-first approach helps us protect your home and property throughout your Columbus area landscape design installation.
Payment
The terms and payment details for your landscape design project are written into your approved quote. When you receive your invoice by email, you will be able to pay directly through our secure online payment portal for your convenience.
We accept ACH (electronic check) and credit card payments through the portal. We do not accept checks mailed directly from your bank or through the mail.
Ready to begin your landscape design project?
Every great landscape starts with a thoughtful plan. Whether you're ready to refresh your front yard, create an outdoor living space, or build a design that supports native plants and pollinators, our team is ready to help.
Request your landscape design consultation today and let's start planning a landscape that reflects your vision, fits your budget, and enhances your home for years to come. We proudly serve homeowners throughout Columbus and surrounding communities including Bexley, Clintonville, Gahanna, New Albany, North Columbus, Upper Arlington, Westerville, and Worthington.
Serving Your Community
We're proud to provide landscape design and native planting services in Columbus, Ohio and surrounding communities. Grasshuggers designs and installs pollinator gardens, native landscapes, and low maintenance outdoor spaces that reflect Ohio's natural beauty while supporting ecological balance.
Grasshuggers proudly serves neighborhoods in:
Bexley, Clintonville, Gahanna, New Albany, North Columbus, Upper Arlington, Westerville, Worthington
Service area ZIP codes:
43081, 43085, 43054, 43209, 43214, 43221, 43230, 43231, 43229, 43240
As a locally owned and operated company, grasshuggers has been serving central Ohio homeowners for over 15 years. Every project is backed by The Grasshuggers Way: safety, integrity, and attention to detail from start to finish.
Why Choose grasshuggers?
For more than a decade, grasshuggers has been a trusted name in landscape design and installation across Columbus and the surrounding communities. Our team delivers on what we promise, combining horticultural knowledge with creative design to build landscapes that thrive in central Ohio's unique climate.
Our track record of highly rated Google reviews reflects our passion, experience, and satisfied clients. From the first concept sketch to the final plant installation, every detail reflects our passion and our commitment to our mission to provide quality service.