Backyard Landscaping Design That Fits Your Life | Avon Landscaping

Picture this. You invite friends over for a summer evening, only to realize the grill smokes the seating area, water pools near the patio, and the sun makes half the yard unusable. We see it all the time. The good news is that a thoughtful design can solve these issues before a single shovel hits the ground.

At Avon Landscaping, we start every backyard landscaping project by understanding how you want to live outside. I’m Matt Brunner, and my team and I build spaces that look great and function even better. Here is how we turn ideas into an outdoor space you love to use.

Our On Site Walkthrough Is Everything

The first meeting sets the tone for a successful project. We meet you at your home so we can:

• Learn how you use your yard. Big parties or quiet mornings? Cooking or relaxing? Privacy or open views?
• See real conditions. Sun and shade patterns, existing trees, slopes, and any drainage red flags.
• Talk through goals. Do you want a patio, fire pit, grill station, steps, or a bench wall? How much seating do you need?

That personal walkthrough gives us the insight to design a backyard that fits your lifestyle and your property.

What We Evaluate Before We Design

Great landscaping is more than nice plants. We look at the bones of your yard first.

• Slope and drainage: Water runs downhill, and we plan for it. Proper grading and drainage keep patios and planting beds dry and durable.
• Sun and shade: Plants and people both need the right light. We decide where shade trees make sense and where full sun plants can thrive.
• Privacy: We map sightlines from neighbors and streets, then choose screening strategies that match your style.
• Entertainment zones: We place the grill so smoke moves away, size the patio for real seating needs, and plan for a fire pit that is safe and comfortable.
• Traffic flow and steps: We think about how you move from house to yard. That may mean steps, pathways, or a small retaining or bench wall.
• Wildlife pressure: If deer are frequent visitors, we choose plants they are less likely to destroy.

These fundamentals guide every decision that follows, from materials to plant lists.

Choosing Plants That Actually Thrive

A beautiful planting plan starts with your site conditions:

• Shade lovers stay in shade, sun lovers stay in sun.
• We match soil and moisture levels to plant needs.
• If deer are an issue, we favor deer resistant options so your investment stays intact.

Sometimes clients arrive with favorite plants in mind. We love that. During design we will confirm what will work, suggest smart alternatives where needed, and place everything to look good year round.

When You Need a Formal Landscape Design

Not every project requires a full plan. Smaller refreshes might move forward after our initial consult. Larger projects with patios, fire features, seat walls, or multiple planting areas benefit from a detailed design. A plan helps you:

• Visualize layout, scale, and materials
• Fine tune plant selections and locations
• Confirm patio size, grill placement, and traffic flow
• Phase the work if needed

We expect to tweak designs. Maybe a bench wall shifts, steps move, or a plant palette gets refined. That collaboration ensures your backyard feels right the day it is finished.

Pro Tips Before We Visit

A little preparation makes our first meeting even more productive:

• Note where water collects after a heavy rain.
• Track sun and shade at breakfast, midday, and dinner.
• Think about how many people you typically host.
• List must haves like a fire pit, grill, or shaded seating.
• Share any deer or privacy concerns.

Bring your ideas. We will bring the expertise to make them work.

Why Homeowners Trust Matt Brunner and Avon Landscaping

• We design with purpose, not guesswork.
• We respect your budget and your property.
• We balance function, beauty, and long term maintenance.
• We communicate clearly from the first call to final walkthrough.

Ready To Love Your Backyard?

Let’s start with that all important on site consultation. Call our office to schedule with Josh, or reach out to me directly. My brother or I will meet you at your home, walk the property, and determine whether a formal design is the right next step. Together, we will create a backyard that looks incredible and works for the way you live.

Contact Avon Landscaping today to schedule your consultation.