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G & G Landscaping
4.9(
127
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenDesigner - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+11 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Giacomo and his team did a wonderful job on both my front and back yards. They removed bushes and small trees, and landscaped all of our beds beautifully! The job was scheduled and completed within 2 weeks of receiving a quote. Giacomo was also very responsive to (my many) questions, taking the time make sure he could bring my vision to life, and offer really helpful suggestions. He and his team are attentive to detail, and provide high quality work. They were also very respectful of the property. All of this was provided at a very fair value. I highly recommend G and G Landscaping!"
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Expressive Designs
5.0(
13
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I recently bought a home and hired Expressive Designs for the landscaping. My new home had extensive landscaping that had been neglected and overgrown; it was basically a mess. Sarah and her crew came in and took care of everything. They removed what didn't fit, rearranged/transplanted what was out of place, and trimmed and cleaned up everything else. They also installed a line of arborvitae trees to created a nice hedgerow privacy/barrier between my neighbors. On top of all of that Sarah was great to work with. I was happy with the results and I'd recommend Expressive Designs to others."
Seasonal Design
Seasonal Design
Early Spring Landscape
Spring Flowers
Spring Flowers

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Delanson Gardens
4.6(
79
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+8 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Delanson Gardens did excellent work edging 7 garden beds around my home in Delmar. Doug and his crew installed new aluminum edging and stone borders as well as pulled up/reused aluminum edging borders that were almost entirely buried in the ground. They spread river stone and/or mulch in all garden beds and built a timber border around my shed. Doug skillfully reused some landscaping rocks/stepping stones that were on my property (but not part of the current landscaping). Doug and his crew were courteous and professional. And they did the work on the originally scheduled dates (no delays)."
Response time3 days
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Capital Landscaping
4.7(
50
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of landscaping services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Falzo Landscaping
4.9(
17
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - Landscape+13 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Falzo Landscape was great! I had them install my Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights. He got them up before Christmas and they look great. He was very responsive and worked with as we troubleshooted hiccups along the way. Will look at them for projects in the future."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Ali's Landscaping & Property Services
5.0(
17
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up+2 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"From the first estimate to the final cleanup, the whole experience was great! They were professional and showed up when they said they would. They completely transformed our yard with new landscaping, mulch beds, and trimming, and everything looks clean and polished. Fair pricing for the amount of work. We’ve already had neighbors asking who did our landscaping. Highly recommend!"
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Douglas Landscaping
3.9(
37
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We could not recommend Trenton and Douglas Landscaping enough! From start to finish Trenton and his team did such an incredible job on our stamped concrete patio and we could not be happier with the end product. They also took the time to completely clean our yard afterwards, even re-seeding where needed! We canâ t wait to enjoy our new backyard and are so thankful for all the work Trenton and his team did."
4 foot stairs
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

While both fall and spring are suitable times of the year for planting trees, fall is typically the better option. Soil stays warm long enough to allow tree roots to establish in fall before they go dormant, while spring might give way to intense summer heat before spring-planted trees have time to grow strong roots.

You should avoid planting grass, shrubs, plants, and trees in freezing temperatures, as the ground can get frozen and become too hard for proper root growth. It’s best to plant in the fall to allow your plants to establish root systems before the first frost. Landscaping when the average temperature in your area is between 50 and 60 degrees will usually deliver the best results.

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.

Finding a reputable greenhouse or nursery should start online, where you can read through customer reviews to gauge the quality of the plants sold and the customer experience. Look out for customers complaining about plants dying shortly after purchase, and try to choose a greenhouse known for hiring employees who are able to explain how to care for the plants you purchase. It’s also a good idea to head to a few greenhouses to see the selection they offer and make sure they carry the plants or trees you’re looking for.

Yes, it is possible to add too little mulch. Anything less than 1 inch will likely result in too little coverage around your plants, allowing weeds to grow through and minimizing the positive effects that a deeper bed of mulch would have, like maintaining proper soil moisture and insulating the ground.

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