Take your dreams to the Next Level! In business since 2009, 3 Jay's Next Level Landscaping & Home Design has been serving greater Fairfax, Prince William & surrounding counties with the finest in landscaping and home designs in the industry. We offer everything from lawn care maintenance & landscaping to building your dream home. Built using the highest quality commercial & custom grade materials, we offer free estimates on all of our work. For larger projects, we offer custom design planning, in which you will receive a set of building plans approved by the county. These blueprints will be accompanied by an accurate 3D visual representation of what your project will look like upon completion. Our friendly staff have a combined experience of over 50 years & customer service has always been our top priority. We will always respond quickly to your requests, our prices are reasonable & our work is consistently performed to the highest caliber. Take your dreams to the Next Level & call us today for your free estimate!
"One word describes Next Level: Professionals. Julian and his crew were amazing, worked quick and after digging holes in the yard, they were able to put it back together like they were never there! I will be recommending them to anyone looking for a new sprinkler system."
Jesse W on May 2025
Take your dreams to the Next Level! In business since 2009, 3 Jay's Next Level Landscaping & Home Design has been serving greater Fairfax, Prince William & surrounding counties with the finest in landscaping and home designs in the industry. We offer everything from lawn care maintenance & landscaping to building your dream home. Built using the highest quality commercial & custom grade materials, we offer free estimates on all of our work. For larger projects, we offer custom design planning, in which you will receive a set of building plans approved by the county. These blueprints will be accompanied by an accurate 3D visual representation of what your project will look like upon completion. Our friendly staff have a combined experience of over 50 years & customer service has always been our top priority. We will always respond quickly to your requests, our prices are reasonable & our work is consistently performed to the highest caliber. Take your dreams to the Next Level & call us today for your free estimate!
"One word describes Next Level: Professionals. Julian and his crew were amazing, worked quick and after digging holes in the yard, they were able to put it back together like they were never there! I will be recommending them to anyone looking for a new sprinkler system."
Jesse W on May 2025
Affordable Lawn Sprinklers and Lighting is a lawn sprinkler, landscape lighting, and artificial turf company in Northern Virginia and the DC Metro Area. We are family-owned and operated and have been in business since 2002. We are Class A licensed contractors #2705090653A and are fully insured.
"Great experience from the initial consultation up to the installation. Steve answered all my questions quickly, Joe kept me in the loop on when the installation would happen and then the crew that came out did a terrific job on a fairly large project with 8 zones. I like the phone app that controls the watering system as it makes it so easy to program and schedule."
Charles E on August 2021
Affordable Lawn Sprinklers and Lighting is a lawn sprinkler, landscape lighting, and artificial turf company in Northern Virginia and the DC Metro Area. We are family-owned and operated and have been in business since 2002. We are Class A licensed contractors #2705090653A and are fully insured.
"Great experience from the initial consultation up to the installation. Steve answered all my questions quickly, Joe kept me in the loop on when the installation would happen and then the crew that came out did a terrific job on a fairly large project with 8 zones. I like the phone app that controls the watering system as it makes it so easy to program and schedule."
Charles E on August 2021
Our talented landscape designers have the capability to service properties in the DMV area, both large and small, and everything in between. We realize the importance of an attractive, well-maintained home. Our landscapers will help you create a unique landscape design that will grow and mature through the years. We take into consideration all aspects like security, maintenance, color preferences and overall look of the design in contrast with your home. Knowing that landscape design is a investment in your home, our team is also available for maintenance services, like spring and fall cleanups, fence work, remodeling (interior & exterior), masonry, paving, tree work or any handyman services you may need! MHIC # 106114
"We had a fantastic experience with JK Gardening Lawn & Garden Care, from start to finish. Their pricing was very reasonable, and the quality of service exceeded our expectations. Kevin and his uncle came out to plant 20 emerald green arborvitae trees along our driveway. They dug all the holes by hand, demonstrating incredible effort and precision. They even moved the excess dirt into a neat pile exactly where we requested. Once the job was done, they thoroughly cleaned up and even blew the driveway free of debris. We couldn't be happier with their professionalism and attention to detail. Highly recommend!"
Barbara M on April 2025
Our talented landscape designers have the capability to service properties in the DMV area, both large and small, and everything in between. We realize the importance of an attractive, well-maintained home. Our landscapers will help you create a unique landscape design that will grow and mature through the years. We take into consideration all aspects like security, maintenance, color preferences and overall look of the design in contrast with your home. Knowing that landscape design is a investment in your home, our team is also available for maintenance services, like spring and fall cleanups, fence work, remodeling (interior & exterior), masonry, paving, tree work or any handyman services you may need! MHIC # 106114
"We had a fantastic experience with JK Gardening Lawn & Garden Care, from start to finish. Their pricing was very reasonable, and the quality of service exceeded our expectations. Kevin and his uncle came out to plant 20 emerald green arborvitae trees along our driveway. They dug all the holes by hand, demonstrating incredible effort and precision. They even moved the excess dirt into a neat pile exactly where we requested. Once the job was done, they thoroughly cleaned up and even blew the driveway free of debris. We couldn't be happier with their professionalism and attention to detail. Highly recommend!"
Barbara M on April 2025
BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com
"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."
Robert R on February 2025
BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com
"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."
Robert R on February 2025
Landscaping, hardscaping and pavers services available. Give us a call or click to request a quote today!
"quick work, great look! even gave me a discount..."
Nevin J on May 2025
Landscaping, hardscaping and pavers services available. Give us a call or click to request a quote today!
"quick work, great look! even gave me a discount..."
Nevin J on May 2025
Divine Landscaping Inc is a full service landscape company. Our professional design team can help you from start to finish with ALL your landscape needs. From custom stone work, retaining walls, patios and walkways to carpentry, landscape lighting, water features, landscape design and installation. We give free estimates on all our work.
"Jaime and his crew did an outstanding job. True professionals and hard workers and I have found my long term lawn and landscaping company for good. Highly recommended and 5 stars all the way"
CJ H on September 2021
Divine Landscaping Inc is a full service landscape company. Our professional design team can help you from start to finish with ALL your landscape needs. From custom stone work, retaining walls, patios and walkways to carpentry, landscape lighting, water features, landscape design and installation. We give free estimates on all our work.
"Jaime and his crew did an outstanding job. True professionals and hard workers and I have found my long term lawn and landscaping company for good. Highly recommended and 5 stars all the way"
CJ H on September 2021
An established family firm, MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design remains focused on providing the highest quality landscape services to commercial and residential clients in the DMV region. Founded in 1998, MA is a U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) certified privately held family organization. Our mission is to design the yard of your dreams by providing landscape services that enhance the beauty of your garden and the value of your property. Through our unique blend of talents and expertise, our staff can create the ideal outdoor environment to compliment any structure or living space. Whether that is providing beautiful green surroundings to enhance the workplace, improving the functionality of an outdoor area or creating a unique space of tranquility in your home, MA is here to serve.
"They were responsive and able to get to my job quickly. It turned out to be a lot more work than expected and they were able to stick to it almost all day and get it done. Very communicative throughout the day. And based on the amount of work required, the cost was reasonable. I would use them again without hesitation. I was very pleased with the outcome."
Mike M on May 2025
An established family firm, MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design remains focused on providing the highest quality landscape services to commercial and residential clients in the DMV region. Founded in 1998, MA is a U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) certified privately held family organization. Our mission is to design the yard of your dreams by providing landscape services that enhance the beauty of your garden and the value of your property. Through our unique blend of talents and expertise, our staff can create the ideal outdoor environment to compliment any structure or living space. Whether that is providing beautiful green surroundings to enhance the workplace, improving the functionality of an outdoor area or creating a unique space of tranquility in your home, MA is here to serve.
"They were responsive and able to get to my job quickly. It turned out to be a lot more work than expected and they were able to stick to it almost all day and get it done. Very communicative throughout the day. And based on the amount of work required, the cost was reasonable. I would use them again without hesitation. I was very pleased with the outcome."
Mike M on May 2025
FM&H Brothers Landscapes, LLC is one of the top landscaping companies in Sterling, VA. We offer a variety of services including paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, mulching, grading, sod installation and more. Landscaping is a dirty business - not everyone can do it well - and that's exactly why we love it. We have been getting our hands grubby since we can remember, starting at our parent’s farm helping with their crops. We are a family owned and operated business located in Sterling, VA. The owner of the company has been in the industry since a young man. Four years ago, two more brothers joined the business. Working together as a family (literally) allows for our clients to receive triple the attention. If two is better than one, then three is even greater! Our passion for landscaping, attention to detail and hard work has taken our company to the next level. Our individual skills allow for the company to offer a range of services. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality of work at competitive prices. The care we put into all of our work, is the same love and effort that we put into the crops when we worked on our parent’s farm.
"Faustino’s team fixed our whole yard in one day! We were very happy with the work performed and the attention to detail."
Brett W on November 2024
FM&H Brothers Landscapes, LLC is one of the top landscaping companies in Sterling, VA. We offer a variety of services including paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, mulching, grading, sod installation and more. Landscaping is a dirty business - not everyone can do it well - and that's exactly why we love it. We have been getting our hands grubby since we can remember, starting at our parent’s farm helping with their crops. We are a family owned and operated business located in Sterling, VA. The owner of the company has been in the industry since a young man. Four years ago, two more brothers joined the business. Working together as a family (literally) allows for our clients to receive triple the attention. If two is better than one, then three is even greater! Our passion for landscaping, attention to detail and hard work has taken our company to the next level. Our individual skills allow for the company to offer a range of services. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality of work at competitive prices. The care we put into all of our work, is the same love and effort that we put into the crops when we worked on our parent’s farm.
"Faustino’s team fixed our whole yard in one day! We were very happy with the work performed and the attention to detail."
Brett W on November 2024
Marcelo Lawn & Landscape LLC offers full lawn and landscaping services in Washington D.C. Our team is dedicated to transforming your outdoor space. Contact us today.
"Marcelo and his crew have been providing annual fall gutter cleanup, leaf blowing/leaf removal and lawn services for my family at my Vienna, Virginia residence for approximately 10 consecutive years. Throughout that time, Marcelo has also provided similar services to several other of my family members residing throughout the area. Without exception, Marcelo Lawn and Landscaping has performed their assigned work with exceptional competence and professional skill. Marcelo's crew has shown the ability to work outdoors in virtually any temperature and weather condition, without complaint. They always show up cheerful, respectful and eager to start their tasks. The crew is consistently neat and highly efficient in completing their work to perfection. My wife and I could not be happier or more satisfied with Marcelo Gomes and"
Alfred V on December 2020
Marcelo Lawn & Landscape LLC offers full lawn and landscaping services in Washington D.C. Our team is dedicated to transforming your outdoor space. Contact us today.
"Marcelo and his crew have been providing annual fall gutter cleanup, leaf blowing/leaf removal and lawn services for my family at my Vienna, Virginia residence for approximately 10 consecutive years. Throughout that time, Marcelo has also provided similar services to several other of my family members residing throughout the area. Without exception, Marcelo Lawn and Landscaping has performed their assigned work with exceptional competence and professional skill. Marcelo's crew has shown the ability to work outdoors in virtually any temperature and weather condition, without complaint. They always show up cheerful, respectful and eager to start their tasks. The crew is consistently neat and highly efficient in completing their work to perfection. My wife and I could not be happier or more satisfied with Marcelo Gomes and"
Alfred V on December 2020
Our Mission at Bartz Landscaping is to design, build, and maintain Outdoor Living Spaces and Scenery to create Timeless Memories for our Clients. Bartz Landscaping is a customer-centric organization that fulfills their daily operations and mission with the Utmost Care and Attention-To-Detail for our Customers. We believe that we will accomplish our Goals and Targets- by helping our Customers, Vendors, Staff, and Community in accomplishing Their Goals and Targets. Bartz Landscaping is specialized and exhibits their talents through Pool & Spa Building, Landscaping, Hardscaping & Masonry, Drainage Solutions, and Horticulture. Sean Bartz, Founder & Owner, can be found providing solutions, coaching and developing the Team, helping our Clients, and Sharing Smiles & Positivity. MHIC #137028. MDA- F1170
"Job was completed exactly as requested. They went out of the way to provide exactly what we wanted and even checked in the following year to and fixed discrepencies for free."
John W on April 2023
Our Mission at Bartz Landscaping is to design, build, and maintain Outdoor Living Spaces and Scenery to create Timeless Memories for our Clients. Bartz Landscaping is a customer-centric organization that fulfills their daily operations and mission with the Utmost Care and Attention-To-Detail for our Customers. We believe that we will accomplish our Goals and Targets- by helping our Customers, Vendors, Staff, and Community in accomplishing Their Goals and Targets. Bartz Landscaping is specialized and exhibits their talents through Pool & Spa Building, Landscaping, Hardscaping & Masonry, Drainage Solutions, and Horticulture. Sean Bartz, Founder & Owner, can be found providing solutions, coaching and developing the Team, helping our Clients, and Sharing Smiles & Positivity. MHIC #137028. MDA- F1170
"Job was completed exactly as requested. They went out of the way to provide exactly what we wanted and even checked in the following year to and fixed discrepencies for free."
John W on April 2023
The optimal planting season for hedges depends on your climate zone, but early spring and fall offer ideal conditions. Spring planting allows roots to establish before summer heat arrives, while fall planting gives plants time to develop root systems before winter dormancy.
In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.