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La Madrina
La Madrina
Bringing Nature to Your Doorstep
La Madrina is your premier partner for landscaping services in central Indiana. Our team is dedicated to transforming your outdoor spaces into beautiful retreats that reflect nature's beauty.
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Landscape Spring Clean‑Up 101
In Indiana, February is the quiet window before spring chaos hits. One warm weekend in March and every landscaping company is suddenly overwhelmed with calls. By April, schedules are full, and clean‑ups get pushed later than anyone wants. Booking in February positions your property at the front of the line. But timing isn’t the only reason early planning matters. A spring clean‑up is more than a quick tidy—it’s the foundation for a healthy, thriving landscape all season long.
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A Retaining Wall Isn’t Just Stacked Blocks — It’s Engineering
What Actually Goes Into a Safe, Long-Lasting Wall At first glance, a retaining wall looks straightforward. Clean lines. Stacked blocks. Solid and permanent. But when walls fail—and many do—it’s rarely because of what you can see. It’s because of what you can’t. A retaining wall is a structural system. Its job is to resist tons of soil pressure, manage water, and remain stable through freeze-thaw cycles, heavy rain, and time. That takes more than good-looking materials. This i
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How Much Patio Do You Really Need?
A Practical Guide to Patio Sizes for Furniture & Everyday Life
One of the most common patio regrets we hear is this:
“I wish we’d made it bigger.”
Patios almost never feel too large—but they very often feel cramped once furniture, grills, and people show up. The key to a patio that actually works is planning around how you’ll use it, not just how it looks on paper.
Start With the Golden Rule of Patio Planning
Before diving into specific dimensions, keep this simp
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Elements of a Garden Style:
Building a Landscape That Truly Fits Your Life Choosing a garden style isn’t just about picking plants you love or saving inspiration photos on your phone. A successful landscape feels intentional—rooted in your home’s architecture, aligned with your lifestyle, and responsive to the realities of your site. Understanding the core elements that shape a garden style gives you the clarity to design a space that’s both beautiful and functional. Core Design Elements Hardscaping Eve
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Drainage Myths That Cost Homeowners Thousands
The truth is simple: water always wins. And the longer it’s ignored, the more damage it causes.
Below are the myths we hear most often — and the realities homeowners need to know before small issues turn into major repairs.
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The Art of Professional Landscape Lighting
Outdoor lighting isn’t just a DIY task—it is a craft that demands durable materials and technical engineering. Behind the scenes, precision is required to prevent common pitfalls like uneven brightness (voltage drop), tripped circuits, or premature fixture failure.
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Plan Your Landscape in January, Enjoy It All Spring
Most homeowners start planning their landscape in April... and regret it by May when crews are booked solid and material costs have spiked. Smart planners know January is when the real advantage begins.
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Stunning Winter Decor Ideas to Enhance Your Holiday Home
Thoughtful winter decor and Christmas lights can transform your property into a warm, inviting space that reflects the festive spirit. Whether you prefer natural touches or dazzling light displays, these ideas will help you create a beautiful winter atmosphere that stands out in your neighborhood.
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Top 5 Landscape Investments That Add Value in Winter
Winter doesn’t mean your landscape has to go dormant. In fact, the right upgrades can add beauty, safety, and long‑term value to your home—even during Indiana’s coldest months. Here are five smart investments that pay off now and continue to deliver returns year‑round.
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Reclaim Your Home After Dark: Landscape Lighting Matters
Good lighting doesn’t just show your home. It shows it off.
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Creating a Meaningful Memorial Garden
A memorial garden is more than a landscape—it’s a space for remembrance, healing, and connection. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, a beloved pet, or simply want to honor a chapter of life, a personal memorial garden offers a quiet place to reflect and celebrate memory through nature.
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5 Essential Tips for Efficient Leaf Removal Like the Pros
When fall arrives, leaf cleanup becomes a top priority for many homeowners. But raking aimlessly can turn this task into a long, tiring chore. Pro crews use smart strategies to make leaf removal faster and more effective. Whether you’re handling your own yard or supervising a hired team, these five expert tips will help you clear leaves with less effort and better results.
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Exploring Garden Styles: Part 5: Modern & Adaptive Living
From the Farmstead, Contemporary Urban, and Xeriscaping garden styles, we learn that successful landscape design is about adapting beauty to function and environment. Each style responds to its setting: the Farmstead Garden celebrates practicality and productivity with edible and ornamental plantings tied to rural roots; the Contemporary Urban Garden maximizes small spaces with clean lines, container plantings, and efficient layouts; and the Xeriscaping Garden proves that des
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Exploring Garden Styles: Part 4: Regional Rooted Styles
Woodland, Native, and Prairie gardens all reflect Indiana’s natural ecology and support wildlife, but they differ in light and layout.
Woodland gardens thrive in shade with layered, quiet plantings. Native gardens use local species across sun and shade for resilience. Prairie gardens are bold and sun-loving, filled with tall grasses and wildflowers
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Exploring Garden Styles: Part 3: Out-of-Zone Garden Styles
Desert Garden Tropical Garden Coastal Garden Rock Garden (Alpine)
These gardens originate from deserts, tropical rainforests, alpine slopes, and coastal zones, climates very different from Indiana's. While visually stunning, they require extra planning, soil modification, or seasonal protection to succeed in the Midwest.
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Exploring Garden Styles: Part 2: Global lnspirations
While a Zen garden offers a place for quiet reflection, a Mediterranean garden invites lively outdoor gatherings. Ultimately, both styles prioritize harmony with nature, albeit through different cultural lenses.
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Exploring Garden Styles: Part 1: Formal & Traditional
Formal Gardens use carefully curated, often monochromatic plant palettes for structural elegance, whereas English Country and Cottage Gardens feature a diverse, colorful array of perennials, annuals, and shrubs to create lush, informal, and rustic appeals, respectively.
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Landscaping for Dog's Personalities: Work With (Not Against) Your Pup
Every dog has an outdoor style. Some dig, some patrol, some greet every passerby like it’s their job. Instead of fighting their instincts, let’s design with them in mind. At La Madrina, we love your fur babies and always consider their interactions with our landscape designs. Here’s our advice on how to match your outdoor space to your dog’s personality—keeping your yard functional, beautiful, and pet-happy.
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Creating Outdoor Family Zones
Transforming your backyard into a captivating outdoor living space is about more than just aesthetics; it's about extending your home's functionality and enjoyment, creating diverse zones for every family member and activity.
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Unlock Top Dollar: Our Home Seller's Landscape Packages
Our home seller's packages are designed to create an unforgettable first impression, captivate buyers, and maximize your property's value.
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Landscape Consultation
Landscape Plan (Small)
$200
$
200
Perfect for a front entry planting plan to spruce up curb appeal.
$100 credit towards future installation
Landscape Plan (Medium)
$400
$
400
Perfect for a full backyard renovation.
$200 credit towards future installation
Landscape Plan (Large)
$600
$
600
Perfect for a full front and back renovation.
$300 credit towards future installation
Get a Custom Landscape Design
Our comprehensive landscape design package offers everything you need to transform your outdoor space from concept to reality.
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