Landscaping in Elkhorn, NE
Hardscape, landscape design, and seasonal care for homes across Elkhorn and the northwest Omaha metro.
- Divine Landscape & Design works across Elkhorn from our shop in southwest Omaha, about a 15 minute drive to most of the neighborhoods we serve.
We build patios, retaining walls, and landscape designs for homes in Indian Creek, Pacific Heights, Legacy, Copper Creek, Pine Creek, and the newer builds along the 204th corridor.
The soil in this part of Elkhorn is Benka silt loam on the uplands, sitting over a clay-rich subsoil that runs through most of Douglas County. That mix works well for planting beds if you prep properly, but it creates real drainage and frost-heave problems for hardscape and retaining walls if the base is rushed.
A lot of the cracked patios and leaning walls we get called in to replace were installed without enough base rock or without accounting for winter clay movement.
Elkhorn has been part of the City of Omaha since 2007, so permitting runs through the Omaha Planning Department. Most residential landscaping needs no permit. Retaining walls four feet or taller do. We handle the paperwork when it applies.
Call or text Hunter at (402) 880-7187
What we do in Elkhorn
We provide full-service hardscaping and landscape construction for Elkhorn’s unique rolling terrain. Our primary focus is on functional outdoor living—building paver patios, structural retaining walls, and custom fire features that handle the heavy clay soils of western Douglas County. Beyond the block and stone, we handle complete landscape renovations, including grading for drainage, sod installation, and planting designs that feature wind-tolerant evergreens and hardy perennials suited for the open exposure often found in newer Elkhorn developments like Blue Sage Creek and Sagewood.
Why Elkhorn homeowners work with us
Divine is veteran-owned. Hunter Willimon, the founder, is on every site, not managing from a truck across town. That matters when the crew hits something unexpected in the dig or a design tweak comes up mid-install, because decisions happen on the spot. We're rated 5.0 out of 5 on 18 reviews. Most of those came from Elkhorn, Gretna, and west Omaha homeowners after projects we finished in the last two seasons. We give free quotes, put everything in writing before work starts, and stand behind the build. The shop is at 7502 S 191st St in southwest Omaha, which keeps response time tight for Elkhorn. Call (402) 880-7187 or use the form at the bottom of the page.
Elkhorn landscaping questions
How long does a typical paver patio installation take in Elkhorn?
Most standard residential patios (300-500 sq ft) take 5 to 8 working days. Larger projects with retaining walls or outdoor kitchens typically take 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the complexity of the grading.
Do I need a permit for a retaining wall in my Elkhorn backyard?
Per Omaha/Elkhorn building codes, any retaining wall 4 feet or higher requires a structural permit and engineered drawings. For walls under 4 feet, no permit is usually required for residential properties.
What plants work best for Elkhorn's clay-heavy soil?
We recommend native-adjacent species like Coneflower, Little Bluestem, and Panicle Hydrangeas. These are hardy enough to survive Nebraska winters and can tolerate the tight, moisture-retaining clay subsoil common in this area.
When is the best time to start a landscaping project in Nebraska?
Our season typically runs from April to November. Hardscape projects can be done anytime the ground isn't frozen, but we recommend booking your spring and summer projects during the winter to ensure design approval and material ordering.
Get a free estimate for your Elkhorn project
Call (402) 880-7187 or fill out the contact form. We respond within one business day. Divine is based at 7502 S 191st St, Omaha, NE 68136, serving Elkhorn and the surrounding metro.