Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc.

- 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618

For residents and businesses across Illinois seeking to transform their outdoor space into a thriving, sustainable, and ecologically rich environment, Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc. offers specialized design-build services. This firm acts as a comprehensive general contractor focused exclusively on ecological landscape design and construction. Unlike traditional landscapers, Red Stem is deeply devoted to the philosophy that good stewardship of the earth begins with planting with the local ecosystem in mind, utilizing the power of native plants to create functional and beautiful spaces.

Based in Chicago and serving the surrounding suburbs, Red Stem Native Landscapes has spent over a decade delighting customers while actively supporting local birds, bees, and butterflies. They are masters of their craft, combining a strong artistic sensibility with technical knowledge in ecology, soils, and hydrology. The result is a vibrant, lush, and low-maintenance landscape that connects people with the grounding power of nature, turning properties into genuine native sanctuaries. From small city parkways to large commercial campuses, they manage the entire process, making them the singular, trusted general contractor for your ecologically sound landscaping project.

Their passion for straight-species native plants and natural hardscapes—such as clay brick, wood structures, and stone—ensures that every project not only beautifies the space but also enriches the environment. Customers consistently praise the team for being attentive, responsive, and well-organized, making the often-complex process of landscape transformation a genuinely pleasant and collaborative experience. Choosing Red Stem is an investment in a resilient landscape that will bloom and thrive for years to come.

Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc. is conveniently located in Chicago, allowing them to effectively serve residential and commercial clients throughout the city and the wider Illinois suburban region. While they are a design-build firm whose work is primarily conducted on-site at the client’s property, their central location is key for their operation, especially for sourcing their native plants.

The official address for Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc. is: 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618, USA.

This location provides a base for their talented team of designers, plant enthusiasts, and skilled installers. For interested clients, they maintain a native plant nursery, often with sales and pickup events, near this area, allowing the community to connect directly with the firm’s mission. Their team is dedicated to bringing their full-service expertise—from design consultation to hands-on installation and stewardship—to properties across Chicagoland, ensuring that ecological landscape solutions are accessible across the region.

Red Stem Native Landscapes offers a complete suite of ecological design, construction, and management services, ensuring a holistic approach to creating and sustaining native environments. Their general contractor capabilities cover both the softscape (planting) and hardscape elements of a project.

Their specialized and comprehensive services include:

• Ecological Landscape Design and Landscaping Design
• Native Plant Landscaping and Installation (Trees and Shrubs)
• Design Installation and Construction for Residential and Business Landscape Projects
• Rain Garden and Water Management Systems (Stormwater Management)
• Plant Design and Plant Management, utilizing Native Plants for maximum environmental benefit
• Natural Hardscapes (Walkways, Patios, Walls, etc.)
• Driveway and Yard Landscaping (including Replacing Lawn with native alternatives)
• Gardening Services (New Garden creation, Vegetable Beds, Planting Beds)
• Garden Design and Garden Management, focusing on native species
• Landscaping Maintenance, including Spring Cleanup, Garden Cleanup, and regular care
• Landscape Management and Landscapes Management (Long-term stewardship)
• Creating Habitat for Pollinators (butterflies, bees, and birds)
• Outdoor Design and Seasonal Decoration (e.g., winter garlands and wreaths)
• Green Landscaping practices that promote sustainability and low resource consumption

The unique value proposition of Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc. lies in its deep commitment to ecological integrity combined with professional, full-service execution, establishing them as leaders in sustainable landscaping across Illinois.

Key highlights and differentiators include:

• Native Plant Specialization: The firm uses only straight-species native plants, ensuring installations are perfectly adapted to the Midwest climate, require less maintenance long-term, and provide maximum ecological value for local wildlife and pollinators.
• Ecological Design Philosophy: Every design is rooted in the principles of ecological landscape design, considering local soils, hydrology, light, and climate to create a resilient, beautiful, and self-sustaining garden.
• Stormwater Management Expertise: They specialize in managing water as a resource, notably through the design and installation of functional and beautiful Rain Gardens, which are crucial for managing runoff in the urban environment.
• Full-Service Stewardship: Red Stem offers services beyond installation, including ongoing Garden Management and Stewardship, ensuring the plants thrive, establish successfully, and continue to be healthy for years.
• Positive Environmental Impact: Projects are designed to actively combat local and global climate issues by supporting the full lifecycle of butterflies, bees, and birds, and sequestering water with deep-rooted native plants.
• High Client Satisfaction: Customers consistently refer to the team as "artists in their craft," "down to earth," and highly responsive, appreciating the long-term beauty and increased wildlife (butterflies, birds, and bees) in their yard.
• Community Focus: The firm believes in paying its employees a living wage and provides a supportive work environment, reflecting their commitment to social and environmental responsibility within the Chicago community.

For Illinois residents ready to create a beautiful, sustainable, and thriving native landscape, Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc. can be contacted directly for consultation and service inquiries.

Address: 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618, USA

Phone: (773) 454-4800

Mobile Phone: +1 773-454-4800

Scheduling an initial consultation is the first step toward seeing the unique possibilities that exist for your outdoor space and beginning the journey toward the native garden of your dreams.

Choosing Red Stem Native Landscapes is choosing a visionary general contractor dedicated not just to curb appeal, but to planetary health. For homeowners in Chicago and its suburbs, the decision to work with Red Stem is an active choice for sustainability and biodiversity. The firm excels at taking traditional, resource-intensive lawns and transforming them into vibrant, dynamic ecosystems that require significantly less maintenance and zero chemical fertilizers or pesticides once established.

One of the greatest benefits, highlighted by clients, is the transformation of a yard into a lively habitat—a place where "lovely butterflies, more birds, more bees" become regular visitors. This is the tangible result of their commitment to native plant life. Furthermore, their specialization in rain gardens and water management addresses a critical concern for many Illinois properties, turning problematic water flow into a nourishing resource for the garden. The combination of design excellence, ecological rigor, professional project management, and a delightful, attentive customer experience ensures that your outdoor investment brings long-lasting value, beauty, and peace to your family and the local environment. Red Stem is the ideal choice for any Illinois resident who wants an outdoor space that is both stunningly gorgeous and deeply responsible.

Red Stem Native Landscapes, Inc.

3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618, USA