Professional Landscaping in Independence Township, Michigan

Earth Art Landscaping serves Independence Township, Michigan, a community of approximately 37,000 residents in northwest Oakland County. Home to the charming village of Clarkston, Deer Lake, and Pine Knob (now DTE Energy Music Theatre), Independence Township offers some of Oakland County's most beautiful properties with generous lot sizes, mature tree canopy, and rolling terrain that creates dramatic landscaping opportunities.

We understand Independence Township's unique position within Oakland County and design every landscape to reflect the community's character, meet its specific soil and climate conditions, and deliver results that grow more impressive with each passing season.

Landscape Considerations for Independence Township

Independence Township's generous lot sizes mean larger-scale projects that require careful planning and phasing. We frequently work with homeowners on multi-year landscape plans that prioritize the highest-impact elements first -- typically the entry drive, front landscape, and main patio area -- and add features like water features, peripheral gardens, and lighting in subsequent phases.

The township's wooded character means significant leaf management in fall and shade challenges throughout the growing season. We design shade-adapted plantings for under-canopy areas and recommend targeted tree trimming to open light windows that benefit both the landscape and the turf below.

Deer populations in Independence Township are among the highest in Oakland County. Our planting designs for this area lean heavily on proven deer-resistant species -- boxwood, barberry, ornamental grasses, and native plants that deer typically avoid -- especially for front entry landscapes where damage is most visible.