Prairie River Gardens Projects

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New Build, 2022 Genevieve Jones New Build, 2022 Genevieve Jones

Buena Vista Infill

Dreaming of a yard that blends beauty and function? We specialize in bringing visions to life—just like this project where Dillan Diederichs crafted a stunning patio perfect for entertaining, cozy fires, and kids’ play space. As the plants mature, lush textures will soften the hardscape, proving even compact yards can become magical retreats. Let’s transform your outdoor space into a personalized oasis you’ll love for years to come!

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Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones

Lawson Heights Prairie Perennials

Transforming lawns into lush, productive gardens is our passion! When these clients dreamed of a front yard bursting with Echinacea and fruiting shrubs—inspired by their neighbor's pollinator paradise—we couldn't wait to help. This vibrant space (now a butterfly-filled sanctuary!) isn’t low-maintenance, but the weeding and pruning become joyful moments surrounded by color and life. We even tucked in a cozy seating nook so they can savor morning coffees and evening visits from their winged guests.

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Existing Yard, 2022 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2022 Genevieve Jones

Lakeview Refresh

Can you tell I love Catmint and Tufted Hair Grass? After years of maintaining these clients' shrubs, I was thrilled to redesign their front beds using native plants I'd been saving for the perfect project – Wild Prairie Onion, grasses (was it Prairie Dropseed or Tufted Hair?), and bold Hydrangeas now soften the porch beautifully. The beds have exploded with color, texture, and buzzing pollinators all summer! It's been so rewarding to watch this Saskatoon garden thrive and to continue caring for such a vibrant space.

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Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones

Grosvenor Park

This long, sloped yard presented the perfect design challenge! We leveled the entrance with a deck, then let the grade gradually descend, using the client's salvaged bricks to create a charming pathway that connects all the garden zones. Kichler Lighting highlights the walkway, while native grasses soften its edges, and a hybrid Muckle Plum (the ideal ornamental tree for the space) anchors the design. I'm thrilled with how it turned out and can't wait to watch it mature!

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Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones

Greystone Heights Mid Century

It’s incredibly rewarding when a client’s vision aligns perfectly with your design approach—especially in a spacious front yard like this! We struck gold during our boulder hunt, landing a massive limestone slab that anchored the space beautifully, complemented by native Blue Grama Grass softening the scattered stones. The homeowners’ existing Hostas and evergreen shrubs found a new life here, and while the plants may be small now, the borders will soon grow into a lush, private retreat. A huge thanks to Dillan from Brick by Brick YXE for expertly handling the grading, boulder placement, and irrigation—be sure to check out his website to see the stunning brickwork he added to this project too!

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Existing Yard, 2022 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2022 Genevieve Jones

Nutana Shade Garden

Shady gardens are a designer’s delight, and this spruce-canopied retreat was pure inspiration! We layered Hostas, Creeping Jenny, and Glow Girl Spirea for luminous color, paired with river stones and fir mulch for texture. The result? A cool, enchanting oasis (and a fantastic new client connection) that even left me dreaming of my own shady getaway!

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Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2023 Genevieve Jones

Grasswood Estates Prairie Perennials

When Grasswood Estates clients asked us to rescue their failing terrace garden, we discovered beds packed with clay and gravel—hardly a recipe for growth! After a heroic excavation (by the clients themselves!), we replenished the soil and crafted a “mountain meadow” with wildflowers, boulders, and hardy shrubs. Now, this country retreat feels as alive as the landscape around it.

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Existing Yard, 2019 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2019 Genevieve Jones

King George Outdoorsman

When I met my former boreal forest ranger client in 2018, we instantly connected over our shared love of wild spaces. Her yard became a reflection of her adventurous spirit - blending Mid-Century Modern style with natural elements from her travels, like collected stones and antler sheds. Our builder nailed the MCM-inspired deck that anchors the space, while native plants like Anise Hyssop and High Bush Cranberry mingle with Russian Sage and Catmint in that wonderfully unruly way she loves. Seeing the honeysuckle spilling over the pergola this summer filled me with joy, and I can't wait to return after three years to help shape the next phase of this ever-evolving, deeply personal landscape.

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Existing Yard, 2019 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2019 Genevieve Jones

Churchill Low Maintenance

Tired of mowing and craving more curb appeal, our clients transformed their all-lawn front yard into a striking, low-maintenance landscape. Partnering with Lost River Timber, we framed the space with rugged timbers that complement the natural slope, then kept the planting scheme simple yet impactful with year-round structural interest. The catmint lining the front path steals the show each summer, buzzing with bees for weeks—a sight that brings our clients endless delight! Next time you’re driving through Clarence Avenue, keep an eye out for this standout redesign.

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Existing Yard, 2020 Genevieve Jones Existing Yard, 2020 Genevieve Jones

Silverspring Prairie Perennials

In recent years, we’ve seen a growing shift from traditional lawns to vibrant, eco-friendly gardens—and this stunning pollination station is a perfect example! Our clients had already begun transforming their yard but wanted a cohesive design to bring their vision to life. Partnering with them, we created a lush, pollinator-friendly oasis framed by a beautiful Roman-style courtyard wall (expertly crafted by Dillan Dierichs!). As the perennials mature, the space will evolve into a dreamy, Piet Ouldolf-inspired meadow, buzzing with life. With over 60 butterfly species and 100 native bees in our area, this garden isn’t just a retreat for the homeowners—it’s a vital haven for local wildlife, proving that beauty and biodiversity go hand in hand.

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