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Avatar for Vinny Landscaping
Vinny Landscaping
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenSod - InstallLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.+3 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Danny and his team from Vinny’s Landscaping are experts in their craft of landscaping. I hired him for my front yard improvement which required installing artificial green turf, pavers and a fountain. Totally satisfied with the high quality of work and professionalism from his team. They finished the work in quick time."
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+101

Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Avatar for Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
4.7(
46
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+6 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Welcome Home Landscape did a fantastic job on our yard. Ken and Emily are a talented team and their hard work and creative ideas made such a wonderful improvement in both our front and back yards. We were so pleased, we have hired them to also do routine maintenance. I would highly recommend them for any landscape needs."
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+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Legacy Landscape CA
4.8(
26
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Designer - Landscape

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cristian, his father and their team did a tremendous job building steps down our very steep slope to our deck. The steps are beautiful and amazingly the job was finished in 1 day!!!! They built a small retaining wall and sourced the exact stones i wanted. I’m excited to continue working with Alvarado Landscaping to complete my garden that will include building a path, planting and putting in irrigation. Alvarado Landscaping is a joy to work with. I’ve already recommended them to my friends and neighbors. They are professional, creative, really nice, hard working, reasonably priced and very efficient. Oh and they show up on time or early. I HIGHLY recommend Alvarado Landscaping. I am extremely happy with their work. Amazing!!!"
Deck+Pergola+Pavers
Deck+Pergola+Pavers
Before
SF pavers + Garden
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+7

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for David's Landscaping
David's Landscaping
4.8(
37
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery+2 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David's landscaper did a very excellent job for me, he was very professional in his work as a landscaper, he worked with great care, with experience, quality and trust. I recommend his work to everyone and would hire him again."
Response time2 hrs
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
21
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Sod - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+2 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work laying out a residential landscape using pine bark with river stone walkways lined by larger rocks creating decorative paths for low maintenance, water conserving and weed free garden access. Also pleased with light carpentry to repair fence gates, reinforce some wobbly fence posts, and also hauling away fallen branches and leaves. Always show up on time, review what is to be done and a walk-through afterwards to be sure I'm satisfied with everything. A polite and professional team. Have employed them several times this year, on the recommendation of a friend."
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maldonado Landscaping License Not Yet Provided
4.8(
27
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired him to do a large yard (about 1/3 acre) cleanup and removal of all debris, some trimming of bushes. Great work, started early, finished early, professional, and thorough. Will hire him in the future for other projects. Able to do more than yard work."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

Multiple rules of thumb exist when discussing tree planting. When planting a tree, the best rule of thumb is to provide it with everything it needs to survive and thrive in its new environment. That may mean learning about the type of tree you're planting and studying the best methods of taking care of it before purchasing and planting. 

If you choose to leave gaps between your pavers, you can grow some ground cover plants between them for an organic feel. Look for plants such as creeping thyme, dymondia, jewel mint of Corsica, or clover.

Xeriscaped lawns are far more varied than many gardeners initially assume. The often-pictured rocky and cacti-filled landscapes are just one option. Many wildflower-, herb-, and mulch-covered landscapes follow the same principles without straying too far from the lush and colorful landscapes we have come to know. In fact, there are numerous xeriscape ideas for customizing an energy-efficient lawn to your liking.

Since the nature of the landscaping project can heavily influence the overall cost, it helps to understand what different types of landscaping projects cost on average. For example:

  • Plant a tree: $100–$2,000

  • Build a retaining wall: $3,250–$9,200

  • Reseed a lawn: $450–$1,700

  • Install a water fountain: $950–$4,800

  • Install a paver patio: $2,400–$7,000

  • Install a concrete walkway: $1,200–$2,400

  • Install a flower bed: $800–$3,000

  • Landscape lighting: $2,000–$6,000

The Oakland, CA homeowners’ guide to landscaping services

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