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    Outdoor Lighting

    Your outdoor space should be an extension of your style—an area where you can relax, entertain, and enjoy the beauty of the day just as much as the night. At Ganshert Landscapes, we specialize in designing lighting concepts that enhance your space with both elegance and functionality. Our team is ready to bring your vision to life, creating a beautifully lit environment that lasts.

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    Smart Lighting, Designed to Shine

    An exceptional outdoor lighting design isn’t just about creating a beautiful look, it’s about functionality and lasting impact. Our design process takes into account everything from your space’s layout and architectural features to the surrounding landscape. We use high-quality fixtures and energy-efficient solutions, ensuring your lighting not only enhances your outdoor space but continues to perform beautifully for years.

    Outdoor Lighting Design You Can Rely On

    We take great pride in our lighting designs. Our expert team focuses on every detail, ensuring that each light fixture enhances your outdoor space with both style and durability. From pathway lighting to accent features, we stand by our work, delivering results you can trust for years of evening beauty and function.

    Outdoor Lighting Features

    Every outdoor space has its own character, and we offer a variety of lighting solutions to help you create the ideal atmosphere:

    Pathway Lighting – Illuminate your walkways with stylish, functional lighting that enhances both safety and curb appeal.

    Accent Lighting – Highlight the best features of your landscape, from trees to sculptures, with carefully placed lights that create a captivating ambiance.

    Water Feature Lighting – Add drama and serenity to fountains, ponds, or waterfalls with lighting that brings out their beauty at night.

    Landscape Lighting – Custom-designed lighting that highlights garden beds, plants, and structures, adding depth and visual interest to your outdoor space.

    Entryway Lighting – Create a welcoming first impression with elegant lighting at your home’s entrance.

    Architectural Lighting – Illuminate retaining walls, pergolas, and other structures to add both function and style to your outdoor living area.

    Fire Feature Lighting – Complement your fire pits or fireplaces with lighting that enhances the warmth and charm of your gathering spots.

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    Why Homeowners Trust Ganshert Landscapes

    • over 75 years in business
    • Locally Owned and Operated
    • Personalized designs tailored to your vision
    • High-quality craftsmanship with attention to detail
    • Satisfaction guaranteed

    Sean and his team were fantastic communicators AND excelled at attention to detail. A rare combination to find! As a professional horticulturist, I recommend them with complete confidence. The small details, that could have easily been skipped to expedite the process, were not. They shared ideas, mid-process, that enhanced the project. We will definitely hire Ganshert for future projects! Thank you.

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    Caroline Horn profile pictureCaroline Horn
    13:01 19 Apr 25
    We highly recommend Ganshert for all your landscaping needs. Their expertise and professionalism can not be matched.
    Pam Adams profile picturePam Adams
    23:08 02 Apr 25
    I highly recommend Ganshert Landscapes. I have worked with Sean at Ganshert, and he is a creative landscape designer with an excellent knowledge of native plants, trees and shrubs. He is courteous and a good listener. The crew are friendly, outgoing, and respectful of the home owner’s property. Sean has designed and created an easy to care for and beautiful landscapes in my front and back yard. It was a pleasure working with everyone involved.
    Sandra García profile pictureSandra García
    20:33 01 Apr 25
    From the moment we met Sean, we knew we were in good hands. He was incredibly personable and immediately understood our vision for the landscape of our new home. The connection was instant, and his ability to design a layout that not only complemented our house but also transitioned beautifully through the seasons was absolutely mind-blowing.

    Now, if only the rest of our home-building process had been as smooth… (At this point, we’ve been waiting so long, we were tempted to start charging admission for a “Tour of the Perpetually Unfinished House.”) But amidst the chaos, Ganshert Landscapes was a beacon of efficiency. While we dealt with endless delays, and enough rescheduled deadlines to make our heads spin, Sean and his team were the first ones to finish—and not just finish, but absolutely nail it. Our house was still a construction zone, but thanks to them, at least the outside looked like someone actually lived here!

    From Sean’s brilliant design to Craig, Hipolito, Lucas, Mike, and Javier bringing it to life with the plantings, and Brian and David meticulously crafting the hardscapes in our courtyard (which, by the way, was like assembling the world’s hardest puzzle—except the pieces were 100-pound stones), this team is the definition of professional, talented, and hardworking. They create outdoor spaces so stunning that we briefly considered pitching a tent outside just to enjoy it while waiting for the house to be done.

    When we envisioned our landscape, we wanted it to reflect our heritage, and Sean and his team made that vision a reality. For example, I desperately wanted a Bugambilia tree, just like the ones I grew up with in Mexico. The moment I mentioned it, Sean whipped out his zones chart like a plant scientist, shook his head, and immediately broke the news that it wouldn’t survive Wisconsin’s winters. (Apparently, nature doesn’t care about my nostalgia.) But instead of leaving me heartbroken, he found me the Wisconsin version of it—a tree with flowers the exact same color. That level of thoughtfulness is just one of the many reasons Ganshert is in a league of its own.

    One of the most meaningful parts of this journey was when I lost my dad during construction—Sean thoughtfully selected the perfect tree to hold his ashes and honor his memory. That level of care goes beyond landscaping; it’s creating something truly special.

    And their talents don’t stop with landscaping! Ganshert also removes snow in the winter (because while we love our beautiful yard, we do not love shoveling it). And if, like us, you happen to accidentally acquire an apple orchard with your house, Maddie will be there to prune the trees like a pro while you wait for your dream home to finally be move-in ready. (Seriously, who knew tree pruning was a service we needed?!)

    Honestly, we’re considering installing a plaque with the Ganshert logo on our pavers so when people ask, “Who did your landscaping?” we can just point to it and save ourselves the explanation. If you’re looking for a team that brings expertise, dedication, and a personal touch to their work, Ganshert Landscapes is the one to call. I can’t wait to keep working with them for years to come!
    Ed Peirick profile pictureEd Peirick
    20:18 25 Mar 25
    A windstorm toppled a very large backyard hickory tree, causing significant landscape damage. Rather than just removing the downed tree and living with what plantings survive, we decided to have a couple landscape companies design a plan that would be aesthetically pleasing, long lasting and useful. Sean and his crew totally exceeded our expectations with the installation of a flagstone circular patio, numerous plantings that add color & texture and terraced the area where the hickory tree stump was removed. Taking several weeks to complete, we were always kept informed and they never hesitated to give us suggestions for little “tweaks” that we might like. The crew was always courteous making sure the site was picked up at the end of each work day. We were sad to lose our hickory but so happy that Ganshert transformed our backyard into an inviting place to enjoy going forward.
    Samara Eisner profile pictureSamara Eisner
    21:06 24 Mar 25
    Sean and his team were fantastic communicators AND excelled at attention to detail. A rare combination to find! As a professional horticulturist, I recommend them with complete confidence. The small details, that could have easily been skipped to expedite the process, were not. They shared ideas, mid-process, that enhanced the project. We will definitely hire Ganshert for future projects! Thank you.
    Randi Huntsman profile pictureRandi Huntsman
    14:43 28 Oct 24
    Ganshert replaced our decades-old timber retaining wall with a good-looking stone wall. Everything was handled professionally and courteously from my initial inquiry, to scheduling the estimate, to asking the foreman a zillion questions during the installation, to site cleanup. We could not be happier, both with the result and with the process experience.
    Shari Bernstein profile pictureShari Bernstein
    20:07 26 Apr 24
    Ganshert did both hard scape and landscaping in my yard two years ago, and it is even more beautiful this year than it was when they put it in. Sean is an incredibly talented landscape architect and brought my vision for a park-like setting and gorgeous curved patio to life in my challenging little near-east side yard. We get daily compliments from people walking by about the yard and the plantings. Fairly priced and just wonderful work!! We are using them again this year to landscape our front and side yards.
    Katey Smith profile pictureKatey Smith
    12:34 11 Apr 24
    Ganshert is a fantastic company! They not only care about their landscaping clients but also truly care about their employees. They continually go the extra mile to make sure you are happy. After 70+ years in business they aren’t going to leave you hanging like other flashy companies that have only been around a year or two. I’d happily pay a little extra to avoid headaches and redoing things later on. Don’t hesitate!
    Patrice Peltier profile picturePatrice Peltier
    18:36 09 Jan 23
    We contacted Ganshert for help resolving drainage problems with the patio and walk between our house and garage. Sean created a design that regraded the area and incorporated a small rain garden. He turned the areas too shady to grow grass into curving planting beds. Michael and Al did a fabulous job installing permeable pavers for the walk and patio and built a great pergola. We knew we would enjoy the new area in spring, summer and fall, but we REALLY appreciate it in winter. Snow and ice melt quickly off the pavers Sean recommended, and there’s no icy build up in front of our garage door any more. We’re very pleased with our Ganshert experience.
    Jane Wery profile pictureJane Wery
    14:02 20 Oct 22
    I have been a client since 2020. As a longtime, zone 4 gardener, I had a long list of “must haves” for my new home in Madison. I worked with Sean Pratt as the designer and I welcomed his suggestions for new plants. Sean and Zach Meyer have extensive knowledge and were focused on getting the tasks done efficiently. Although the yard is small, everything was needed from excavation to accent lighting. I continue to rely on Ganshert for landscape expansion and replacing trees due to storm or animal damage. The communication is excellent and Ganshert has a talented crew.

    Let’s Illuminate Your Outdoor Space

    With over 70 years of experience serving homeowners in the Madison area, we’re here to help you light up your landscape in a way you’ll enjoy for years to come. Contact us today to begin designing your perfect outdoor lighting!

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The right lighting depends on your needs. For pathways, we recommend path lights; for accenting trees or architectural features, spotlights work well. String lights, lanterns, and floodlights can also add a charming touch for ambiance or security.

    LED lights are an excellent choice for energy-efficient outdoor lighting. They consume less power and have a longer lifespan, saving you money in the long run while providing bright, consistent light.

    Yes! Properly placed lighting around entrances, walkways, and dark corners of your property can deter intruders. Motion sensor lights are particularly effective in enhancing security while providing convenience and energy savings.

    Yes! Many outdoor lighting systems can be integrated with smart home technology, allowing you to control your lights remotely through your smartphone or smart assistant.

    For walkways, place path lights along the edges; for trees or features, use spotlights to create focal points. Always consider lighting your entryways, outdoor living spaces, and any architectural details to enhance both safety and aesthetics.