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Landscape Design in St. Louis, MO

Get AI-generated landscape designs optimized for St. Louis's Humid Continental climate. Our AI knows which plants thrive in zone 6a-6b and creates designs that handle extreme temperature swings.

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6a-6b
Hardiness Zone
90°F
Summer Avg
42"
Annual Rain
$7-20
Per Sq Ft Avg

Best Plants for St. Louis Landscapes

These plants are proven performers in St. Louis's zone 6a-6b climate, handling extreme temperature swings and ice storms.

🌿Redbud
🌿Dogwood
🌿Spicebush
🌿Wild Blue Indigo
🌿Pale Purple Coneflower
🌿Compass Plant

Popular Landscape Styles in St. Louis

Missouri Native

Well-suited for St. Louis's humid continental climate and local aesthetic preferences.

Traditional Colonial

Well-suited for St. Louis's humid continental climate and local aesthetic preferences.

Contemporary

Well-suited for St. Louis's humid continental climate and local aesthetic preferences.

Cottage Garden

Well-suited for St. Louis's humid continental climate and local aesthetic preferences.

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

🏡 Greenscape Gardens
🏡 Chesterfield Valley Nursery
🏡 Horrocks Farm

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