Updating or creating your outdoor environment can feel daunting. Where do you begin? How do you avoid costly mistakes? What if the project doesn’t turn out as promised? Many Kansas City homeowners share these same fears: patios that crack within a few years, pools that need constant repair, plantings that never thrive, and contractors who disappear once the check clears.
At High Prairie Outdoors, we understand these frustrations because we’ve heard them from hundreds of families over the years. That’s why we created the Legacy Program—a proprietary, award-winning system that offers peace of mind through methods, materials, and craftsmanship you simply won’t find anywhere else. There is no direct comparison. We've traveled the world learning more durable building methods rooted in longevity and fine-detailed craftsmanship. Nobody in our region blends enduring durability, fine craftsmanship, and high-style artistry the way we do. For residential homeowners, this means a wiser investment, a more detailed and artistic finish, and spaces that are as much about beauty as they are about function.
This is how we craft heirloom-quality outdoor living environments meant to last for generations. Through the Legacy Program, discerning homeowners in Kansas City, Mo. and beyond enjoy a steamlined process where we design, craft, and nourish their entire exterior project wihtout having to juggle multiple subcontractors.
While most companies focus on meeting minimum codes or chasing trends, we’ve developed a system that outlasts conventional standards by decades. The result? Outdoor spaces that aren’t just beautiful — they become part of your family’s story.
The Three Phases of the Legacy Program
1. Discovery
We begin by listening. Through our Experience-Driven Design process, we uncover your lifestyle priorities—relaxation, connection, and play—and align them with your home’s architecture and your unique aesthetic. With your dedicated design team (not just one designer), we help you visualize what’s possible and ensure every detail reflects your lifestyle.
2. Implementation
This is where our in-house Prairie Power Team sets us apart. Using European-inspired Legacy Methods—like trass bedding foundations for patios, thermally-insulated concrete pools, and our exclusive Plant Enrichment Program—we craft spaces that endure decades longer than conventional builds. Unlike subcontractor-heavy companies, we self-perform 95–98% of our work, ensuring seamless execution and consistent quality.
3. Continued Care
Your investment deserves to thrive long after installation. With our Fine Gardening programs, Pool Care, Lawncierge visits, and Seasonal Color displays, your landscape remains vibrant, detailed, and true to its original design. Backed by industry-leading warranties—up to 25 years on hardscapes and lifetime care options for landscapes—we protect your investment for the long term.
What You Won’t Find Elsewhere
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European Legacy Construction Methods adapted specifically for Kansas City’s clay soils and freeze-thaw cycles.
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Exclusive Plant Palettes and Seasonal Color Programs curated through our private trial gardens.
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A Dedicated Prairie Power Team of certified, background-checked professionals—no seasonal crews, no subcontractor chaos.
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Integrated Lifestyle Design rooted in the science of happiness and stress management, ensuring your space promotes relaxation, connection, and play.
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The Legacy Club, a private client community offering access to curated furnishings, events, and enhancements long after installation.
Check out the additional reference materials on this page to see the step-by-step process for achieving an elevated outdoor space.
Let's get started! Fill out our contact form to meet your landscape designer and discover the difference our process makes for your landscaping experience—and results.
The High Prairie Process
A Proprietary Process Focused on the
Three Pillars of Memory-Making
Our processes create customized solutions to help you master the art of the experience-driven lifestyle. This is what to expect when you work with us on Design/Build projects or all-inclusive Maintenance:
Get In Touch
Fill out our online form to get started. We'll be in touch to discuss the details of your project to make sure we're a good fit for you. If so, we'll set up your Discovery Meeting and provide a pricing guide to help you know what to expect.
Discovery Meeting
This is a free meeting at our design studio, where you'll select a design package. You'll have an opportunity to meet your designer and share details about your unique design style. We'll learn about your priorities and preferences as we help you discover your many options and possibilities. At this time, we'll collect half of the design fee.
Site Analysis
The Site Analysis breaks down the three pillars of memory making: how you relax, play, and connect. It includes measurements, drainage and grading considerations, architectural and existing element analysis, soil analysis, and a review of design opportunities, all seen through the lens of your three pillars.
Concept Reveal Meeting
At our studio or remotely, this is where you'll review your detailed design and discuss material options with your designer. If there are budget considerations, we can discuss phasing the project as needed.
Final Design Reveal and Proposal Presentation
We'll finalize the materials and order your selections upon your approval. Your Prairie Power Team will create a project plan, complete with milestones and target tasks. As we work through planning and permitting, you'll receive weekly updates, and after you sign, we'll get you on the schedule.
Crafting Your Space
The team will work diligently and according to schedule. You can track our progress and watch your landscape unfold via our project web platform.
Final Walkthrough + Ongoing Maintenance
You'll do a final walkthrough with the designer, and we will accept the final payment. You’ll learn more about our worry-free maintenance program options and we can schedule your Lawncierge project check-ins for proactive attention and monitoring of your new space.
Discovery, Implementation, and Continued Care: Our Comprehensive Services
All of our services are completed by highly skilled crews equipped with specialized tools and landscaping know-how. With stonemasons, pool builders, horticulturists, and more on our team, we can complete 95 percent of our projects completely in-house, which means you’ll enjoy a stress-free build! As certified General Contractors, we can bring in electricians and plumbers as required, eliminating the need for you to juggle multiple contractors. This is what we can do for you:
Pools
Redefine your summers with a custom concrete or stainless steel pool installed by our in-house pool builders. Your design may include pool decking and landscaping as part of a comprehensive outdoor living space. Visit our Pools page to learn more.
Landscape Design
With a deep understanding of the five distinctive historical garden styles, we create timeless designs that age with grace and beauty. Our experience-driven approach means we take everything into consideration: your lifestyle, existing architecture, personal preferences, practical requirements, and future goals for outdoor living. Visit our Landscape Design page to learn more.
Landscape Installation
The lushest landscapes begin with the healthiest soils. As part of our “Legacy Program”, we’ll lab test your soils and provide a comprehensive plan for building your soil health. Then, our horticulturalists will plant each plant with the care and nurturing even a Master Gardener would appreciate. (Seriously, Master Gardeners love us!) Visit our Landscape Installation page to learn more.
Outdoor Living
The experience-driven lifestyle starts outside! Your outdoor living space should be uniquely yours, with the colors, plants, and features—like built-in grills, outdoor kitchens, privacy panels, fireplaces, paver patios, pergolas, landscape lighting, sound systems and more—that meet your lifestyle goals. Visit our Outdoor Living page to learn more.
Landscape Maintenance
Customize an effortless landscape maintenance program with services like water feature maintenance, plant health care, tree pruning, fungus treatment, lawn mowing, weed control, and so much more. We show up on time, work with precision, and keep you updated on the condition of your property. Visit our Landscape Maintenance page to learn more.
Decks
As a full-service landscaping company, we have our own deck builders. Collaborate with us, and we will match your deck to your needs and home aesthetic. Visit our Decks page to learn more.
Holiday Lighting
Get in the festive spirit without climbing on any ladders! We have the tools and experience required to design exceptional holiday lighting displays that uplift the entire neighborhood—and we'll take those decorations down for you at the end of the season, too. Visit our Holiday Lighting page to learn more.
Spas
Nothing says relaxation like a backyard spa. We can design your spa to fit beautifully on your patio or amidst your garden, and you'll enjoy it for years to come. Visit our Pools & Spas page to learn more.
Sprinklers / Irrigation
Practical, responsible watering solutions give your lawn and plants the support they need without waste. Easy-to-use digital systems offer incredible water and cost savings and require minimal maintenance. Visit our Sprinklers page to learn more.
Drainage
Proper drainage is an investment in the longevity of your home and landscape. We address it as part of your landscape design and installation—or you can work with us to fix any drainage issues in your existing landscape.
Why Choose High Prairie for Fine Gardening?
In 2019, High Prairie Outdoors & Pools became the first residential outdoor living and landscape maintenance company in Kansas City, Missouri, to win two national awards in the luxury design/build category. We didn't stop there. With a comprehensive approach to property care, proprietary construction methods, and timeless design choices, we make it a point to over-deliver on your expectations. This is how we do it:
Your Landscape Designer Leads Your Prairie Power Team in Kansas City, MO, and the Surrounding Communities
We offer our comprehensive landscaping services to homeowners throughout the Kansas City area:
- Parkville, Missouri
- Belton, Missouri
- Lee's Summit, Missouri
- Liberty, Missouri
- Blue Springs, Missouri
- Westwood, Kansas
- Fairway, Kansas
- Olathe, Kansas
- Mission Woods, Kansas
Visit our Service Area page to get a closer look at where we work.
