Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Landscaping Services in Lincoln, NE
Seeds of Life Nursery & Landscaping has served the Lincoln area since 1998, delivering high-quality landscape design, installation, and maintenance services. Our team combines decades of horticultural expertise with a robust fleet of equipment to execute commercial and residential projects efficiently. Founded by Blake Gipson, a Nebraska Certified Nurseryman with over 40 years in horticulture, we specialize in native landscapes, prairie restoration, and erosion control. Our services extend to churches, schools, HOAs, and industrial sites, with completed projects spanning up to 45 acres. We prioritize functional, aesthetically pleasing designs using hardy plants tailored to each site's conditions.Backed by certifications including Certified Arborist and Nebraska Nurseryman, we collaborate closely with architects and contractors to meet project specifications while maintaining strict adherence to budgets and timelines. Our seasonal service area covers Nebraska and the Midwest, with winter mobilization capabilities to southern regions. With a focus on client-specific maintenance plans and LEED-certified project experience, we differentiate ourselves through rapid service response and direct tenant communication. Our commitment to quality is underscored by a one-year warranty on landscape plantings when maintained properly.
Services
Landscape Design
Installation
Maintenance
Seeding
Erosion Control
Prairie Restoration
Turf Care
Retention Pond Seeding
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of commercial landscaping experience
- Certified Arborist and Nebraska Nurseryman staff
- Customized maintenance plans for all property types
- LEED-certified project expertise
- Fleet of 12+ specialized equipment units
Services
Landscape Installation
We create functional, aesthetically pleasing landscapes using trees, shrubs, and native plants. Our team collaborates with architects and contractors to meet project specifications while maintaining strict adherence to budgets and timelines. Specializing in commercial sites up to 45 acres, we handle churches, schools, and industrial properties.
Prairie Restoration
Our expertise includes native grass and wildflower seeding for ecological restoration. We implement erosion control measures and bio-swale seeding, with extensive experience on LEED-certified projects. Services cover retention ponds and sustainable landscaping solutions tailored to regional growing conditions.
Landscape Maintenance
Customized maintenance plans ensure long-term landscape health through weekly, monthly, or quarterly service schedules. We provide direct tenant communication and property manager coordination, focusing on tree, shrub, and turf care while maintaining aesthetic standards across commercial and residential properties.
Erosion Control
We implement grading, drainage solutions, and vegetation establishment to prevent soil erosion. Our techniques include retention pond seeding and bio-swale installation, combining technical expertise with native plant selection to create sustainable erosion prevention systems for commercial developments.
Turf Care
Our turf management services include seeding, overseeding, and maintenance programs for residential and commercial properties. We utilize specialized equipment and soil analysis to maintain healthy, durable turfgrass that withstands environmental stressors while maintaining visual appeal.
People
Blake Gipson
Founder
Founded Seeds of Life in 1998 with 40+ years horticulture experience. Nebraska Certified Nurseryman since 1994, specializing in native landscapes and prairie restoration. Previously owned Houston landscaping business from 1981-1992.
Bryan Poppe
Landscape Designer
25+ years Lincoln area designer with BS in Horticulture. Certified Nebraska Nurseryman and Lincoln Arborist. Joined Seeds of Life in 2013 after University of Nebraska-Lincoln studies. Specializes in residential and commercial design.
Josh Mammen
Landscape Specialist
Horticulture graduate from Southeast Community College and UNL. Handles installation, maintenance, and design consultation. Joined Seeds of Life in 2010 after completing bachelor's degree in horticulture. Plymouth, Nebraska native.
Questions
What is your landscape design fee?
Our design fee is $150 for residential landscapes and $250 for acreage designs.
What does the design package include?
Includes site consultation, soil analysis, scaled plan, plant photos, maintenance report, and cost estimate.
How quickly can you complete projects?
Designs take 7-10 days, installations 2-3 weeks, with consultations available within 3-7 days.
Do you offer warranties?
Yes, we provide a 1-year warranty on plants when maintained properly.
What service areas do you cover?
We serve Nebraska and Midwest regions year-round, with winter operations in southern states.
