"Always great! Brian and his team installed our landscaping 18 years ago and have been upgrading and maintaining it ever since. We highly recommend them."
"I was very happy with the work done in my yard..always on time and always surpasses our expectations..will definitely hire again for all my yard needs."
"Frank was a pleasure to work with and very communicative. He helped me work through what would work best for my landscaping needs and he did not disappoint. You can tell how passionate he is about his work and checks in with you during the process to make sure we were happy before setting everything. I would highly recommend them and will for sure work with them in the future."
"Loyal landscaping did an amazing job. They designed a plan that gave my home a beautiful curb appeal. Even- though it rained continuously work was completed in a timely fashion at a reasonable price. They are very knowledgeable of the plants and also gives advice on maintaining your new garden. I truly love it. Thanks loyal"
"Kevin and his crew did an amazing job. He went above and beyond. Hes a true professional that knows what he's doing. If youre thinking if you should hire him or not you definitely should! I can't say enough good things."
"Chris and his team did a phenomenal job giving the exterior of my yard a total revamp. Chris was extremely thorough about the whole process. He was a pleasure to work with. I had pavers installed as a walkway, they designed and built my front porch, with flowers, stone and mulch all intertwined in a complete landscaping job. I couldn t be happier. Thank you Chris and your team for your services. I look forward to the upkeep of you maintaining my yard."
"The pressure washing was thorough and well done. The exterior of the house and all of the steps look terrific. Jorge even insisted on repairing a few of our old screens and re- installed them in just a few days. Jorge checked the schedule with us and arrived promptly each day. We are very happy with his work. He also is doing landscaping work for us on a regular basis, and we are very pleased with his work."
"The gentlemen were very polite, explained what they were going to do and how they could use a substance to ameliorate the smell of oil that would be present as the old tank was cut apart to be removed. They warned me about the noise involved in cutting apart the old tank. They thoroughly swept up the floor and cleaned up the area before departing. They were efficient and professional. "
"Excellent work, professional, and courteous. Did exactly what I asked him to do, my yard looks amazing. Extremely satisfied with the work. Will keep working with JV Larose."
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.
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.
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.
Professional lakefront landscaping addresses environmental factors such as water level fluctuations, erosion control, and native plant suitability. Regular maintenance includes pruning, fertilization, and ensuring drainage systems function well.
Consulting your local university extension, Audubon society, or municipal urban forestry program are all good ideas when choosing a tree to plant. You can also ask an arborist or a knowledgeable landscaping company for advice on good trees to plant.
The Newburgh, NY homeowners’ guide to landscaping services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
A landscape designer can elevate your outdoor space and bring your vision to life. Use this landscape design cost guide to budget for your next project.
A good landscaping website can help you land more sales and build your credibility. Read our list of must-have pages and ideas for your website to help potential clients find you and drive more business for your lawn care company.