Hennepin County
Landscaping in Orono, MN
Orono's large wooded and lakeshore lots are perfect for retaining walls, natural plantings, and patios that blend into the landscape rather than fight it.
We work throughout Orono, including neighborhoods like Navarre, Crystal Bay, Stubbs Bay.
Design & build services in Orono
- Orono paver patios
- Orono retaining walls
- Orono decks & gazebos
- Orono water features
- Orono fire pits
- Orono fencing
- Orono drainage
- Orono irrigation
- Orono planting
Seasonal services in Orono
Why Orono homeowners choose Great Goats
With 25+ years in the Twin Cities, owner Mike Olson designs every project personally and builds it to last Minnesota winters. You get local experience, a real plan, and an itemized estimate — not a vague ballpark.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cost guides for Orono homeowners
Real Twin Cities numbers, not vague ballparks — so you know what to budget before we ever walk your property.
Patios
How Much Does a Paver Patio Cost in the Twin Cities? (2026)
In the Twin Cities, a professionally installed paver patio typically costs $38 to $62 per square foot. A standard 300-square-foot patio runs roughly $11,000–$18,000. The biggest cost drivers are excavation and base depth, drainage, paver choice, and design complexity.
Retaining Walls
How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost in Minnesota? (2026)
In Minnesota, retaining walls typically cost $50–$75 per square foot of wall face installed, with most projects running $4,000–$10,000. Walls taller than 4 feet usually require engineering and a permit. Drainage, not the block, is what determines whether a wall lasts.
Pricing
How Much Does Landscaping Cost in the Twin Cities? (2026 Guide)
In the Twin Cities, front-yard landscaping runs $1,650–$5,500, smaller projects $2,500–$5,000, and full installations $3,000–$15,000+. Labor is the biggest line item, often 40–65% of the total. Late winter is the cheapest time to book.