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Zone 6a-6b · Humid Continental Climate

AI Landscape Design in St. Louis, MO

Upload your yard photo and get 3 AI-generated landscape designs optimized for St. Louis's humid continental climate. Every plant chosen for zone 6a-6b — plants that actually survive and thrive here.

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6a-6b
Hardiness Zone
90°F
Summer Avg
42"
Annual Rain
$7-20
Per Sq Ft Avg
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Best Plants for St. Louis Landscapes

These are zone 6a-6b proven performers — plants that handle extreme temperature swings and ice storms without extra intervention.

Redbud
Dogwood
Spicebush
Wild Blue Indigo
Pale Purple Coneflower
Compass Plant

All 6 plants above are included in our zone 6a-6b plant database of 182 species. Browse the full guide →

Popular Landscape Styles in St. Louis

Yardcast generates designs in any of these styles — just pick your preference when you upload your photo.

Missouri Native

Plants indigenous to your region that support local wildlife and require no irrigation once established.

Traditional Colonial

A proven design approach for humid continental climates — balancing curb appeal with year-round plant resilience.

Contemporary

A proven design approach for humid continental climates — balancing curb appeal with year-round plant resilience.

Cottage Garden

Overflowing perennials, climbing roses, and soft edges. Romantic and lush — designed to look effortlessly natural.

St. Louis Landscaping Challenges

St. Louis gardeners face unique challenges. Yardcast AI accounts for these when generating your designs:

  • Extreme temperature swings
  • Ice storms
  • Clay-heavy soil
  • Deer pressure suburban areas

St. Louis Landscaping Permits

St. Louis County requires permits for retaining walls over 3ft. Check with your municipality — rules vary by suburb.

Popular Landscape Features in St. Louis

Native plant gardensPatio entertaining areasOrnamental grassesFall color

St. Louis Landscaping FAQs

What's the best tree for St. Louis?
Eastern redbud is spectacular in spring. Bald cypress handles the wet/dry cycles well.
How do I handle St. Louis clay?
Deep till and add 4+ inches of compost before planting. Raised beds are the easiest solution.
When do I plant in St. Louis?
Spring: March-May. Fall: September-November. Avoid planting in July-August heat.
Are there water restrictions in St. Louis?
Voluntary restrictions during drought. St. Louis County has no formal tiered pricing yet.
What deer-resistant plants work in St. Louis?
Russian sage, catmint, lavender, and ornamental grasses are largely deer-resistant.

Where to Buy Plants in St. Louis

Your Yardcast design includes botanical names and quantities — bring the plant list to any of these local nurseries.

Greenscape Gardens
Chesterfield Valley Nursery
Horrocks Farm

Professional results. Not professional prices.

Landscape Architect

$3,500

4–8 week wait

Online Design Service

$500

1–3 week wait

Yardcast

$12.99

40 sec · 44-page PDF

How Yardcast works

01

Upload a photo of your yard

A quick snapshot from your phone is all you need. Any angle, any lighting. The AI reads the layout, light conditions, and existing features automatically.

02

Answer a few quick questions

Pick your design style, budget, maintenance tolerance, climate zone, and must-have features. The questionnaire takes about 60 seconds and shapes every plant selection and layout decision.

03

Get 3 photorealistic designs

AI generates three distinct concepts in about 40 seconds — rendered onto your actual yard photos, not generic stock imagery. View them side by side and pick your favorite.

04

Download your 44-page design pack

Pay $12.99 to unlock your full pack: contractor-ready PDF with plant list (quantities, spacing, cost), overhead planting plan, irrigation zones, lighting layout, and phased install schedule.

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What your St. Louis design pack includes

Everything a landscape architect would deliver — for $12.99 instead of $2,000+.

3 AI designs with plants chosen for zone 6a-6b
Aerial planting plan with scale and dimensions
Full plant schedule — botanical names, quantities, spacing
Cost estimate with St. Louis-area pricing
Phase implementation plan (Year 1 / 3 / 5)
Lighting and irrigation zone plans
Drainage solution for extreme temperature swings
44-page contractor-ready PDF

Ready to Design Your St. Louis Yard?

Upload a photo of your yard and get 3 AI-generated designs in minutes — plants chosen for zone 6a-6b, hardscape matched to St. Louis's style, and a full 44-page PDF your contractor can use the same day.

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