fiddlehead gardens

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Fiddlehead Gardens has been installing garden beds and hardscapes in and around the Iowa City area since 2008. We pride ourselves in our attention to detail, our creative approach to your landscape needs and our commitment to land stewardship.

The mission of Fiddlehead Gardens is to create a culture of growth and beauty while building opportunities for our team to surpass all client expectations.

To be the premier landscape design/build contractor in the corridor, known for our attention to detail and as a sought after place to work.

❋ Intentional Designs

When you work with our design team you can be sure that you will get their full, undivided attention. They will walk the space with you to get a better feel of your design aesthetic and the needs of the landscape before returning to the design studio to create a thorough design and proposal.

❋ Collaborative Energy

Once you sign up for a project, you become part of our team. You will be in regular contact with the designer, operations manager and office staff. From initial site visit, to pre-construction meetings to final walk-through, we want to be sure your needs our met at every step of the process.

❋ Expert Installation

Our crews go through rigorous training after joining our team and all team members participate in annual continuing education to keep our skills sharp. You will be in good hands as our foremen bring the designer’s plans to life.

❋ Beautiful Spaces

After the crew has finished their work and the final walkthrough is complete, the space becomes fully integrated into your current landscape to be a source of refuge, a spot for fun or a thoughtful addition to improve the practicality of the space.

  • Dependability: You can count on us to show up when we say we're going to show up and to install what we say we're going to install. We are ready to answer all of your questions along the way.
  • Accountability: We hold ourselves and all our team members to the same high standards. We take ownership of our mistakes and pride in our work.
  • Profitability: Our company has a strong work ethic, growth mindset and strives for efficiency in all aspects of our day. We want to see everyone on our team growing as individuals and accomplishing their goals, on and off the clock. 
  • Cleanliness: We set a high standard for tidiness in our shop, trucks and on the jobsite. Daily clean up is imperative.
  • Teamwork: Company culture is no joke. We strive to find common ground amongst all team members; we always show respect for others, and we work hard to put the right people in the right positions for maximum engagement.
  • Craftsmanship: You can count on Fiddlehead Gardens to install quality installations with an attention to detail every time. We hone our craft through constant continuing education.
Reach out to Fiddlehead Gardens today to create an outdoor living space that works for your lifestyle.

  • "The quality of Fiddlehead’s work is beyond expectations. Not only are the selected plantings unusual and striking, the hardscape solved some wayfinding issues for visitors to our home. Contact Curtis. You won’t regret it."

    Julie Ostrem, Client

  • "Great workmanship. Hard working crews. We had some unexpected challenges arise during our project and Curtis and his crew had quick answers/solutions. We ended up with a beautifully completed backyard patio and landscaping project that we’ll use for years. Highly recommend Fiddlehead Gardens!!!"

    Doug Ruppert, Client

  • "We had Fiddlehead design and implement an updated back yard, including a new retaining wall, new tree plantings, paver stones, and two butterfly gardens. Curtis and his team were professional and good to work with. The design took into account existing structures and drainage needs to avoid muddy paws with our dogs. We are looking forward to seeing what spring brings as it was a late fall install."

    Katy Brown, Client

  • "Super garden-work. Full and precise execution of instructions. Good discussion both before and after. Ella was really helpful with answers and explanations on questions. Strongly recommend Fiddlehead Gardens."

    Jon Garfinkel, Client

  • "Fiddlehead always delivers five star service! Arrived as promised and finished the job completely, professionally and on time. Our yard looks beautiful and we are ready for spring!"

    Kristi Fleischmann, Client

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