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

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

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
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

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 Garden - For BusinessLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenSod - 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(
23
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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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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

While there are over 400,000 different flowering plants worldwide, there are five main types of flowers. These flower types are based on their lifecycles, giving each type a unique personality. These types are:

  • Annuals, which complete their entire life cycle within a single growing season. 

  • Perennials, which the tops die off in the winter but regrow in spring. 

  • Biennials, which complete their entire life cycle within two years.

  • Hybrids, which exhibit either annual or perennial behaviors depending on location

  • Flowering shrubs, which are small to medium-sized perennial woody plants, such as shrubs or evergreens.

Yes, weeds can still grow in decomposed granite. If properly compacted, it can act as a good weed suppressant, meaning you’ll only pull weeds occasionally. But no ground cover is completely weed-proof. To further prevent weeds, you can try spraying your decomposed granite with distilled white vinegar.

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.

Landscaping prices are sometimes negotiable, but it depends on the professional with whom you’re working. In most cases, you’ll have a better chance of negotiating prices down the more work you have done. Your pro might be willing to discount labor if they’re guaranteed a large job. You can also ask your landscaper to recommend more affordable materials that will still bring your vision to life to save.

If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.

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