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Top-Rated Landscapers in Upper Saddle River - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Jager Landscaping Inc
Jager Landscaping Inc
4.7(
41
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenDrywell - Construct or RebuildDesigner - Landscape+6 more

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptionally well. Jager Landscaping took my 20+ year old tiered garden walls and redesigned and rebuilt the walls to grade better with my sloped backyard. Crew was extremely professional and knowledgeable."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Ken Steenstra Landscaping, Inc.
Ken Steenstra Landscaping, Inc.
4.7(
31
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Drywell - Construct or Rebuild

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Actually, I had a demolition done of the concrete on our patio. (and demo, too, of a huge tree stump and root in the middle, which had pulled up sections of concrete). The person who was contracted to do the work was very pleasant as well as thorough as he drove a machine that pulled up the concrete. He was able to finish in the "nick of time" (before colder more unpleasant winter weather set in). The overall estimate for a new patio itself seemed quite high (esp with a stone staircase). So- I opted just to go with this co. for the demolition part, and I was pleased. They also leveled the ground and installed a new gutter pipe which went underground to the edge of what would be a new patio area. Thank you very much!"
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
Avatar for Ethan's Landscaping, LLC
Ethan's Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
31
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery+1 more

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"I had Ethans landscaping do the mulch in my beds. Wilmer was both professional and respectful of my property. Most of all they did a magnificent job. I would definitely hire them for all my landscaping projects. Thank you"
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Visions Outdoor Lighting, LLC
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

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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
Avatar for EM&J Landscaping
EM&J Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For BusinessLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenSod - Install+1 more

Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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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
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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

  • Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits 

  • Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features

  • Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

The landscaping elements that add the most value are often the basics. A well-maintained, attractive lawn can have a return on investment (ROI) of up to 217%. Routine lawn maintenance, such as edging and mulching, can provide an ROI of over 100%. Other high-value projects include upgrading your front walkway, which can offer a 100% ROI, and planting trees. Projects like adding decks, patios, outdoor lighting, irrigation systems, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens also add value and enjoyment, though their direct financial ROI may be less than 100% in some cases.

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

It is possible to plant a tree over a ground stump if it was ground very deeply. However, it is typically best to plant elsewhere so your new tree has room to establish a strong, healthy root system. If you want to plant a tree in the same spot where you currently have a stump, you may want to consider other options, such as stump removal.

If you use the wrong plants for your gardening zone, you’ll likely get less than desirable yields from them. In some cases, your plants can even die. It’s important to ensure that your plants are able to survive in your hardiness zone before getting them into the ground.

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