Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Coralville, IA
Established in 1982, Forever Green has dedicated over four decades to transforming outdoor spaces into functional, beautiful environments. Our team combines creativity, craftsmanship, and quality materials to design landscapes tailored to client needs, including patios, retaining walls, fire pits, and plantings. With a Garden Center offering plants, decor, and expert guidance, we serve North Liberty, Iowa City, Coralville, and surrounding areas. Our founders, Mike and Lucy Hershberger, bring decades of horticultural expertise, including Master Conservationist certifications and specialized knowledge in native plantings and stormwater management.We prioritize customer satisfaction through personalized service, certified professionals, and a commitment to sustainable practices. Our VIPp Club provides exclusive perks, while our maintenance and irrigation specialists ensure long-term landscape health. With a reputation for reliability and excellence, we remain a trusted local partner for residential and commercial outdoor projects.
Services
Landscaping
Retaining Walls
Patios
Plantings
Garden Center
Nursery
Greenhouse
Fire Pits
Outdoor Cooking
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of local landscaping expertise since 1982.
- Our team includes Master Conservationists and certified horticulturists.
- We provide end-to-end solutions from design to installation and maintenance.
- Our Garden Center offers expert plant selection and personalized guidance.
- We guarantee customer satisfaction with a focus on sustainable practices.
What people say
Incredible experience
Staff was wonderful
Top notch
Dedicated and knowledgeable
Outstanding crew
Services
Landscaping
We create custom landscapes blending functionality and aesthetics. Our team designs patios, retaining walls, fire pits, and plantings using quality materials. Services include grading, drainage solutions, and sustainable installations. Clients receive personalized plans tailored to their property's unique features and lifestyle needs.
Retaining Walls
Our retaining walls control slopes, prevent erosion, and add usable space. Constructed with durable materials like stone or concrete, they combine strength with visual appeal. Certified staff ensure proper engineering for long-term stability while enhancing property value through attractive designs.
Patios
We build patios and outdoor kitchens for entertainment and relaxation. Options include fire pits, seating areas, and integrated cooking spaces. Designs focus on durability and style using pavers, stone, or concrete. Proper installation ensures years of enjoyment with minimal maintenance.
Plantings
Our planting services feature native species, ornamental plants, and seasonal displays. Experts create low-maintenance gardens suited to local climate conditions. We offer rain gardens, stormwater harvesting solutions, and ongoing maintenance to ensure vibrant, healthy landscapes year-round.
Garden Center
The Garden Center provides plants, decor, and gardening supplies. Staff offer expert advice on plant selection, soil preparation, and care. Products include annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and tools. Gift cards and VIPp Club discounts enhance the shopping experience for local garden enthusiasts.
People
Mike Hershberger
Owner and Founding Partner
Co-founder of Forever Green since 1982, Mike is a Master Conservationist with expertise in land restoration. He specializes in sustainable landscaping and enjoys mentoring clients on eco-friendly practices.
Lucy Hershberger
Owner and Founding Partner
Lucy co-founded Forever Green in 1982 with a focus on horticulture. She holds certifications in native plantings and stormwater management, bringing technical expertise and creative vision to every project.
Cassy Darling
Landscape Coordinator
Cassy manages landscape projects with 15+ years of experience in installations and customer service. She combines technical knowledge with personalized attention to ensure client satisfaction from design to completion.
Rachel Moody
Garden Center Manager
Rachel leads the Garden Center with 15 years in greenhouse management. A licensed pesticide applicator, she specializes in plant health and offers expert guidance for residential gardens and commercial landscapes.
Bill Hershberger
Irrigation Specialist
Bill oversees irrigation and maintenance services since 2005. Certified in backflow prevention and lawn care, he ensures efficient water systems and long-term landscape health for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We design and install patios, retaining walls, fire pits, plantings, and complete landscape renovations. Our team also provides irrigation and maintenance services.
Do you serve areas outside Coralville?
Yes, we serve North Liberty, Iowa City, Coralville, and surrounding communities in Iowa.
What payment methods are accepted?
The Garden Center accepts cash, check, Visa, Discover, Mastercard, Apple Pay, and gift cards.
Are your staff certified professionals?
Yes, our team includes Master Conservationists, licensed pesticide applicators, and certified irrigation specialists with decades of combined experience.
What are your Garden Center hours?
Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-5pm, and Sunday 10am-5pm.
What is the VIPp Club?
Our VIPp Club offers exclusive discounts, early sale access, and gardening tips to members. Sign up online or at the Garden Center.
