Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Sustainable Landscaping Solutions
Biota Landscapes is an award-winning landscape design, build, and horticultural firm dedicated to creating innovative outdoor spaces that foster interaction and environmental stewardship. Founded by experts with decades of combined experience in landscape architecture and sustainable practices, our team specializes in CAD renderings, 3D modeling, hardscape design, and eco-friendly construction. We prioritize native plants, biodiversity, and solar-powered operations while maintaining a commitment to community engagement through volunteer work and educational outreach. Our multidisciplinary team includes certified landscape professionals, ASLA members, and industry leaders who bring technical expertise and creative vision to every project.Clients consistently praise our attention to detail, skilled craftsmanship, and ability to transform spaces into thriving ecosystems. With comprehensive services spanning residential and commercial projects, we ensure year-round maintenance and seasonal enhancements to preserve the integrity of each landscape. Our collaborative approach emphasizes client priorities, resulting in personalized designs that align with both aesthetic goals and ecological principles.
Services
Design Services
Construction Services
Horticultural Maintenance
CAD Renderings
3D Modeling
Highlights and features
- Award-winning team of certified landscape professionals and ASLA members
- Specialize in native plant integration and biodiversity promotion
- Full-service design, construction, and year-round maintenance capabilities
- Community engagement through educational outreach and volunteer programs
- Commitment to sustainable practices including solar-powered operations
Associations and certifications
- ASLA
- Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association
What people say
Skilled, friendly crew
Best contractors worked with
Marvelous professionals
Attention to details
Creative seasonal installations
Services
Design Services
Our design team creates customized outdoor spaces using CAD renderings and 3D modeling. We specialize in hardscape design, planting plans, and landscape lighting that prioritize native plants and biodiversity. Each project incorporates sustainable materials and construction techniques to create functional, ecologically responsible environments that enhance property value and user experience.
Construction Services
Full-service landscape construction transforms designs into reality. Our skilled craftsmen implement hardscapes, water features, and planting installations with precision. We use eco-conscious construction methods and high-quality materials to ensure durability while maintaining environmental responsibility throughout the building process.
Horticultural Maintenance
Year-round maintenance services preserve landscape beauty and health. Our certified horticulturists provide seasonal plantings, pest management, and plant refreshes using sustainable practices. We offer flexible maintenance schedules tailored to each property's unique needs, ensuring optimal plant performance and aesthetic appeal throughout all seasons.
People
Steve Modrow
Founder - Design
ASLA member and former Minnesota chapter president with a master's in landscape architecture from the University of Minnesota. Leads design strategy and innovation.
Jim Saybolt
Founder - COO
Licensed general contractor and Harvard-trained landscape architecture professional with over 25 years in the green industry. Oversees operational excellence.
Elizabeth Wynne
Designer
Award-winning CLP-certified designer with an associate degree in landscape design. Serves on the MNLA Board of Directors and specializes in sustainable plant selection.
Tim Dyer
Manager - Construction Services
Certified Landscape Professional with 25+ years in the industry. Brings extensive construction management expertise from diverse roles across multiple states.
Gentry Schweiger
Manager - Horticultural Services
CLP-certified horticulture expert with deep knowledge of plant care and seasonal maintenance. Focuses on developing client relationships and garden optimization.
Questions
What services does biota offer?
We provide landscape design, construction, and horticultural maintenance services for residential and commercial properties using sustainable practices.
Do you work with residential and commercial clients?
Yes, we serve both residential homeowners and commercial property managers throughout the Minneapolis area.
How do you incorporate sustainability?
We use native plants, battery-powered tools, solar energy, and eco-friendly materials in all our projects to minimize environmental impact.
What's your project process?
We begin with collaborative design consultations, followed by construction implementation, and offer ongoing maintenance services for completed landscapes.
Do you provide seasonal maintenance?
Yes, we offer year-round maintenance including seasonal plantings, pest management, and garden refreshes to keep landscapes thriving.
Are your team members certified?
Our team includes ASLA members, Certified Landscape Professionals, and industry-recognized experts with specialized training in landscape architecture.
