Premium landscape design and plant installation in Elgin, IL, and Surrounding areas.
“Where Custom Landscaping Meets Living Art.”
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At Panorama Outdoor Living, we believe your landscape should be as thoughtfully designed as your home’s interior. We don't just plant trees; we curate living environments that frame your custom patios and outdoor kitchens. From privacy screening with lush evergreens to vibrant floral displays, we bring the final layer of life to your outdoor retreat.
​Core Landscaping Categories:
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Softscape & Garden Design: Selection and installation of perennials, shrubs, and ornamental trees that complement hardscapes.
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Seasonal Floral Design: Custom container gardens, hanging baskets, and "burst of color" seasonal rotations.
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Eco-Friendly Solutions: Mosquito-repellent garden design (using strategic plants like lavender, lemongrass, and marigolds) and native plant installations.
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Lawn Transformation: Sod installation, mulch installation, grading, and drainage solutions to ensure a lush, functional yard.
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Maintenance & Care: Precision trimming, pruning, and yard waste removal to keep the "panorama" view pristine.
The Finishing Touch: Premium Mulch & Bed Maintenance
"A beautiful outdoor retreat isn't complete without the crisp, clean finish of professional mulching. At Panorama, we provide more than just ground cover—we provide a meticulously installed foundation that protects your plants and highlights your custom stonework."
What we offer:
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Precision Bed Edging:
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We create deep, clean "V-edges" to separate your lawn from your flower beds, giving your property a manicured, professional look.
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Weed Prevention:
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Every installation includes bed preparation and optional pre-emergent treatment to keep maintenance at a minimum.
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Premium Material Selection:
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Choose from triple-shredded hardwood, aromatic cedar, or designer-dyed mulches (Black, Dark Brown, or Red) to complement your home’s aesthetic.
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Root Protection:
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Our team ensures the perfect 2–3" depth—enough to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature without "mulch volcanoing" your trees.
Softscaping & Planting
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Privacy Screening: Strategic planting of tall evergreens (like Arborvitae) or dense shrubs to create natural "green walls" for privacy.
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Perennial Garden Design: Creating low-maintenance gardens that bloom at different times of the year so the yard always has color.
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Specimen Tree Planting: Installing large, "statement" trees (like Japanese Maples or Ornamental Oaks) that act as focal points for the landscape.
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Foundation Planting: Refreshing the plants immediately surrounding the house to improve curb appeal and blend the architecture into the yard.
Specialty Horticulture
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Seasonal Container Gardens: High-end pots and planters rotated 3-4 times a year with seasonal flowers (tulips in spring, mums in fall, evergreens in winter).
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Native & Pollinator Gardens: Using plants local to Illinois that attract butterflies and birds while requiring less water and fertilizer.
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Edible Landscaping: Integrating fruit-bearing shrubs, herb gardens, or raised vegetable beds into the formal landscape design.
Lawn & Site Performance
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Sod Installation & Lawn Renovation: Immediate "green-up" for new construction or replacing patchy, old grass with premium turf.
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Drainage Solutions: Installing French drains, dry creek beds, or grading the land to ensure water flows awayfrom the new patio and house.
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Overseeding & Aeration: Annual maintenance to keep the lawn thick and healthy, which makes the surrounding hardscapes look even better.
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Lighting & Ambiance (The "Atmosphere" Layer)
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Low-Voltage LED Lighting: Highlighting trees, walkways, and the texture of stone walls. This doubles the amount of time clients can spend in their "Panorama" retreat.