Business Details
45 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscaping Solutions in Lake Forest, IL
Craig Bergmann Landscape Design has been transforming outdoor spaces for over four decades, blending design, horticulture, and architecture to create award-winning landscapes across Northern Illinois. Our mission is to design, install, and maintain gardens that prioritize craftsmanship and long-term horticultural success through collaboration and expertise. We offer full-service solutions, from conceptual planning to garden maturity, ensuring each project aligns with the client's lifestyle and the site's unique characteristics.Our team of landscape architects, plantspeople, and horticulturists works cohesively to bring visions to life, emphasizing historical sensitivity and artistic innovation. With a 25-acre nursery in Wadsworth, Illinois, we propagate specialty plants and provide tailored maintenance services, ensuring every landscape evolves beautifully over time. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client-centric approach, industry recognition, and dedication to sustainable practices that honor both nature and design.
Services
Landscape Design
Installation
Garden Care
Nursery Services
Seasonal Container Gardening
Event Decor
Site Analysis
Conceptual Planning
Historic Restoration
Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of expertise in Northern Illinois landscapes.
- Our team includes certified landscape architects and horticulturists.
- We prioritize historical sensitivity in preservation projects.
- Award-winning designs featured in national publications and tours.
- Dedicated nursery ensures plant quality and availability for every project.
What people say
Award-winning attention to detail
Collaborative and client-focused process
Historical sensitivity in projects
Passionate delight in growing
Exceptional garden care expertise
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design process begins with a comprehensive site analysis and client consultation to create custom plans that harmonize architecture and nature. We prioritize functionality, aesthetic beauty, and long-term horticultural success, ensuring each design reflects the client's lifestyle and the site's unique characteristics. From conceptual sketches to detailed construction documents, our team delivers tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Installation
Our installation services transform designs into reality through meticulous execution. Skilled project managers oversee every detail, from grading and hardscaping to plant placement, ensuring alignment with the original vision. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create durable, visually stunning landscapes that evolve beautifully over time, tailored to Northern Illinois' climate and soil conditions.
Garden Care
Garden Care services preserve and enhance landscapes through expert horticultural practices. Our team customizes maintenance plans to sustain design intent while adapting to seasonal changes. Services include pruning, seasonal container gardening, and specialized care for mature gardens. We foster long-term client relationships, ensuring landscapes thrive as living works of art across all seasons.
Nursery Services
Our 25-acre nursery in Wadsworth, Illinois, propagates specialty plants and trees for design and maintenance projects. Staffed year-round, it provides a diverse selection of woody and herbaceous plants, ensuring quality and availability. The nursery supports all phases of landscaping, from large-scale installations to exotic plant overwintering, maintaining rigorous standards for plant health and maturity.
Historic Restoration
Specializing in historic preservation, we restore landscapes to reflect their architectural heritage while integrating modern functionality. Our team has revitalized properties for the Chicago Botanic Garden and local municipalities, earning recognition for sensitivity to historical context. Projects include reviving original garden plans and using period-appropriate materials and plant species.
People
Craig Bergmann
Owner & Award-Winning Landscape Designer
Craig Bergmann, a renowned landscape designer since 1981, combines artistic vision with horticultural expertise. His work, featured in national publications and tours, emphasizes historical sensitivity and sustainable practices. He leads a team dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into enduring works of art.
Questions
How much should I plan to spend on design and installation?
Project costs vary. During initial consultations, a budget range is discussed. Pricing becomes clearer during the schematic phase.
Will Craig Bergmann personally oversee my project?
Most projects are assigned to a Project Designer who works with Craig. He provides input on all projects regardless of scope.
Do you offer public garden tours or nursery shopping?
Gardens are included in local tours, but public tours aren't offered. Private shopping appointments at the nursery are available Tuesday-Thursday.
Is payment required upfront for projects?
Typically, 50% is required upfront for design and installation agreements, with the balance due upon completion.
Can you incorporate hardscaping elements into designs?
Yes, our designs integrate softscape and hardscape elements, collaborating with contractors to ensure cohesive, functional spaces.
Do you sell plants from your nursery to the public?
The nursery isn't open to the public, but select plants may be available during garden events.
