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Avatar for Ken Steenstra Landscaping, Inc.
Ken Steenstra Landscaping, Inc.
4.7(
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Drywell - Construct or Rebuild

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ken and his guys were great. During the patio installation of about 380 square feet they had pitched the pavers away from the home. I usually get a little water by the basement stairs but after getting the pavers that has stopped the water from entering. We will be using them for other hard scaping projects we have in mind in the future."
Pool with slide and waterfall
Front planting and stone work
Cabana with Outdoor Kitchen
Overhead view of the Pool
Fireplace and Sitting Area

+3

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Visions Outdoor Lighting, LLC
5.0(
36
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Designer - LandscapeOutdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallOutdoor Lighting - Repair

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam from Visions Landscaping did an amazing job understanding our requirements and planning everything meticulously. He did an amazing job replacing the faulty wiring and damaged bulbs. He even came back a few days later after sunset to see if any of the landscape lights needs adjustments. I would highly recommend Adam to anybody needing help with landscape lighting"
Backyard Garden Lighting
NYC Garden Lighting
NYC Garden Lighting
Mendham Front Yard Lighting
Bistro and Bar Lighting

+135

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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EM&J Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For BusinessSod - Install+1 more

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Victor and his team did an amazing job on my yard. He put in a paver patio, put in a stone walkway filled with gravel around it, leveled my yard and put sod down. My husband and I love it so much! He gave us a great price for quality work."
Backyard Transformation
Backyard Transformation
Backyard Transformation
Backyard Transformation
Backyard Transformation

+31

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ernest & Sons General Contractors
4.1(
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Sod - InstallArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+8 more

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

"We hired Ernest and Sons to construct our patio tiles. We purchased 2' X 2' Tiles and I have to say they did a gorgeous job. I was so pleased with the way they showed up when they said they would. The men that laid out on my job worked so hard. The labor was very strenuous but they never took a break. They were the most conscientious and polite workers I've ever dealt with. They worked neatly, cleaned up totally afterward, and just had a great deal of respect for our property. They really did a beautiful job and Ernest, the owner is a real gentleman also. Love this company!"
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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.

The best time to plant is between spring and autumn. Springtime weather is typically mild and is when nurseries start to bloom. When the summer weather arrives and it’s hot out, it’s best to avoid planting bare-root plants, but you can still plant many in-container varieties. The first sign of fall is another great opportunity to plant biennials if you live in southern states, or a lovely vegetable garden up north.

Palm trees are relatively easy to grow, especially when planting different varieties in their native habitats. While regular watering is crucial in the first couple of months while the palm develops a strong root ball, palms typically require minimal maintenance once they’re established. You’ll need to prune palm fronds once or twice per year to keep it in tip-top shape.

There are two main times of year to apply mulch: mid to late spring and late fall. Spreading mulch in mid to late spring helps protect new seedlings as the soil warms up. It's best to wait until temperatures are steady, as mulching too early in the spring can slow down the soil's warming process and hinder plant growth. Fall mulching is also beneficial, as it insulates the soil and helps regulate its temperature when the first frosts arrive.

If you’re hiring a landscaper to plant the garden of your dreams, you do not need to provide them with plants that you bought yourself from a nursery. While you certainly can provide your landscaper with plants, keep in mind that some nurseries provide discounts to landscaping companies, therefore potentially lowering your materials cost. Beyond the cost of the plants themselves, you need to have additional materials like topsoil and mulch for the project. Most likely, your landscaper can get a discount on these materials as well, so it’s worth speaking with them before making any large purchases.

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