Serving Bison Run, Winnipeg
Landscaping in Bison Run, Winnipeg
BerryHill Landscaping & Construction specializes in finishing new-build backyards in Bison Run — turning a bare builder's lot into a complete, usable outdoor living space, sized and designed to fit efficient starter and family lots. We handle final grading, sod, first patios and decks, planting, and full backyard packages, all built in-house and engineered for southwest Winnipeg's clay and freeze-thaw winters. For a free on-site consultation and quote, call 204-801-7669.
Bison Run is the newest chapter of Waverley West — a 435-acre community wedged between Bridgwater Forest, Bridgwater Centre, and South Pointe, right next to the University of Manitoba campus. It's one of the freshest builds in the city, with single-family homes, townhomes, and condos going up alongside limestone trails and naturalized wetlands. If you've just closed here, the backyard reality is the same as any new build: a rough-graded lot that's entirely yours to finish.
Why new-build yards in Bison Run need a specific approach
A brand-new lot isn't the same job as reworking an established yard, and Bison Run's own character adds a few specifics:
Settling clay and rough builder grade. New homes sit on freshly placed clay fill that keeps settling for the first year or two, and builders typically leave only a rough grade. Getting your final grade right — sloping water away from the foundation — is the essential first step before sod or a patio goes down.
A mix of lot sizes and home types. Bison Run offers everything from efficient starter lots to larger family homes, plus townhomes and condos. Smaller lots benefit from smart, space-efficient design — every square foot working hard — while larger ones have more room for a complete outdoor living space.
A community built for active living. With limestone trails, naturalized wetlands, and more roundabouts than older Winnipeg neighbourhoods, Bison Run is designed around walkability and green space. A backyard that complements that — usable, low-fuss, and well-planted — fits the neighbourhood's character.
Ongoing construction nearby. As one of the city's newest and still-growing developments, equipment access and site conditions vary block to block. We plan around what your specific lot allows.
Our landscaping services in Bison Run
New-build homeowners here typically need some or all of the following:
- Complete backyard packages — The full finish: grading, hardscaping, lawn, planting, and lighting designed and built as one cohesive project — scaled to fit your lot size.
- Final grading & drainage — Correcting the builder's rough grade so water runs away from your foundation.
- Sod & new lawns — Proper soil prep over the settled clay, then fresh sod for an instant, healthy lawn.
- Paver patios & walkways — Your first real patio, built on a deep compacted base that survives frost heave instead of cracking.
- Deck construction — Custom wood and composite decks on frost-rated footings or screw piles, sized to fit efficiently on smaller lots.
- Fences, fire pits & small-space outdoor living features — Making the most of every square foot on a starter lot.
Areas we serve around Bison Run
We serve Bison Run and the broader Waverley West area, including South Pointe, Bridgwater Forest, Bridgwater Centre, and Prairie Pointe. We also serve the wider Winnipeg region and communities within roughly a 200 km radius of the city.
Why Bison Run homeowners choose BerryHill
15+ years building in Winnipeg's climate
With contractors who've completed over 1,000 projects between them — including plenty of new-build finishes across Waverley West.
300+ reviews and recommendations
Across Google, Houzz, Facebook, and HomeStars.
No subcontractors, ever.
The crew that quotes your job is the crew that builds it.
We start below grade.
New-build landscaping lives or dies on the grading and base work under it — exactly where we spend the effort.
Comfortable with smaller, efficient lots.
We design backyards that make the most of tighter starter-home spaces just as well as we do larger family lots.
How it works
1. Free on-site consultation. We come to your new Bison Run home, assess the builder grade, lot size, drainage, and access, and talk through a plan for your yard and budget. 2. Design & build. Our in-house team handles grading and base prep first, then the hardscaping, lawn, and planting. 3. Final walkthrough. We don't consider it done until your new backyard is exactly right.
Book a free Bison Run landscaping quote
Just moved into a new build with a dirt-and-gravel backyard? We'll help you turn it into a finished space you actually want to spend the summer in. Call 204-801-7669 or book a free on-site consultation, and we'll give you a real plan and price for your lot.
Who are the top landscapers in Bison Run, Winnipeg?
BerryHill Landscaping & Construction is among the top-rated landscaping companies serving Bison Run, with 15+ years of local experience, 300+ reviews across Google, Houzz, Facebook, and HomeStars, and extensive experience finishing new-build backyards. When comparing landscapers here, look for proven new-construction experience, an understanding of settling clay and builder grade, and the ability to design efficiently for smaller starter lots as well as larger ones.
Do you landscape new-build homes in Bison Run?
Yes — it's one of our specialties. We take bare, rough-graded builder lots and finish them completely: final grading, drainage, sod, patios, decks, and planting. We can do it all as one package or in phases to suit your budget.
How much does it cost to landscape a new-build backyard in Bison Run?
It depends on lot size and how much you finish at once. Sod and basic grading start in the low thousands, while a complete backyard with hardscaping, a deck or patio, and planting runs higher. We provide detailed, free on-site quotes so you know the full cost before starting.
Can you design a backyard for a smaller starter lot?
Yes. Bison Run includes plenty of efficient starter and townhome-style lots, and we design backyards that make smart use of every square foot rather than assuming a big-lot layout.
Should I fix grading and drainage before landscaping a new home?
Yes. New homes sit on freshly placed clay that keeps settling, and builders usually leave only a rough grade. Correcting the final grade so water flows away from your foundation is the essential first step — before sod, patios, or planting go in.
When can new-build landscaping be done in Bison Run?
Landscaping runs from roughly late May through fall, once the ground has thawed. Because the ground settles in your first year or two, many new homeowners do grading and sod early, then add hardscaping once things have settled.
Can you install sod over a new-build lot?
Yes. We prepare the soil properly over the settled clay first — grading, topsoil, and compaction as needed — then install fresh sod so it roots in and lasts, rather than just rolling grass over rough builder fill.
Does BerryHill serve the rest of Waverley West too?
Yes. We serve all of Waverley West, including South Pointe, Bridgwater, and Prairie Pointe, plus the wider Winnipeg region.
Do you offer free estimates in Bison Run?
Yes. We provide free on-site consultations and estimates throughout Bison Run. We visit your property, assess grade, soil, drainage, and access, and give you a clear, detailed quote.
What landscaping services does BerryHill offer in Bison Run?
Complete backyard packages, grading and drainage, sod installation, paver patios, deck construction, artificial turf, fire pits, small-space outdoor living features, walkways, driveways, tree and shrub planting, rock and mulch beds, and outdoor lighting — all built in-house.