It has been my pleasure to serve homeowners in Locust Valley, Mill Neck, the Brookvilles, Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove and the surrounding areas since 1979. I take personal pride in our work. As always, you have my personal assurance of complete satisfaction no matter what services Mill Pond Landscaping provides.
"Great communication"
Matt M on August 2021
It has been my pleasure to serve homeowners in Locust Valley, Mill Neck, the Brookvilles, Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove and the surrounding areas since 1979. I take personal pride in our work. As always, you have my personal assurance of complete satisfaction no matter what services Mill Pond Landscaping provides.
"Great communication"
Matt M on August 2021
Adolfo Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very professional and thecwork is excellent!"
Robert S on April 2021
Adolfo Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very professional and thecwork is excellent!"
Robert S on April 2021
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Arrived early, very professional and polite. Very thorough. Took great care for the whole yard, but especially my late dad's memorial garden."
MARY V on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Arrived early, very professional and polite. Very thorough. Took great care for the whole yard, but especially my late dad's memorial garden."
MARY V on April 2025
Jardín Landscape is family owned and operated with over 25 years of experience. We understand that every garden is unique which is why we develop customized plans to ensure your landscaping is always looking it’s very best. Our professional landscape team provides elaborate designs, installation and maintenance for a wide range of clients.
"I am so happy with the work done by Jardin, my terrace is amazing and I will be hiring them again. They were professional and the results were beyond my expectations."
Emily W on February 2024
Jardín Landscape is family owned and operated with over 25 years of experience. We understand that every garden is unique which is why we develop customized plans to ensure your landscaping is always looking it’s very best. Our professional landscape team provides elaborate designs, installation and maintenance for a wide range of clients.
"I am so happy with the work done by Jardin, my terrace is amazing and I will be hiring them again. They were professional and the results were beyond my expectations."
Emily W on February 2024
J & R Custom Landscaping is honored to be a leader in service and quality in the landscaping industry for two generations. J & R Custom Landscaping is family owned and operated, and we continue to emphasize that home is where the heart rests. It is not only our job, but our true joy to make your outdoor living space as beautiful, comfortable, and enjoyable as possible. Call us today!
"Jack and his brothers did an awesome job on our lawn and landscape design. They were professional, reliable and respectful of our time and property! Great value for outstanding results!!"
Zubin S on June 2020
J & R Custom Landscaping is honored to be a leader in service and quality in the landscaping industry for two generations. J & R Custom Landscaping is family owned and operated, and we continue to emphasize that home is where the heart rests. It is not only our job, but our true joy to make your outdoor living space as beautiful, comfortable, and enjoyable as possible. Call us today!
"Jack and his brothers did an awesome job on our lawn and landscape design. They were professional, reliable and respectful of our time and property! Great value for outstanding results!!"
Zubin S on June 2020
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! 25 years experience
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! 25 years experience
We are a Long Island based award winning landscape design and build company, with the longest warranty period in the industry. Established in 1980, Our services include all phases of permit procurement, landscape / Pool design and installation for Residential, Commercial, and Municipal clients. Call us now for a free consultation for the following services: Creative & Exotic Planting, 2D/3D Computer aided Videos & Renderings, Masonry, Pools & Spas, Pavilion/Cabanas/Pergolas, Water and fire features, Land Clearing, Drainage systems, Outdoor kitchens/Bars/Lighting, Irrigation, Permits, Automated security gates, security systems, retaining walls, Sport courts and all other landscape services with the exception of lawn cutting and leaf clean ups.
"Highly recommend."
VINNY D on August 2024
We are a Long Island based award winning landscape design and build company, with the longest warranty period in the industry. Established in 1980, Our services include all phases of permit procurement, landscape / Pool design and installation for Residential, Commercial, and Municipal clients. Call us now for a free consultation for the following services: Creative & Exotic Planting, 2D/3D Computer aided Videos & Renderings, Masonry, Pools & Spas, Pavilion/Cabanas/Pergolas, Water and fire features, Land Clearing, Drainage systems, Outdoor kitchens/Bars/Lighting, Irrigation, Permits, Automated security gates, security systems, retaining walls, Sport courts and all other landscape services with the exception of lawn cutting and leaf clean ups.
"Highly recommend."
VINNY D on August 2024
Island Oak Design is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Island Oak Design is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"Amazing job from start to finish. Wonderful customer service, did an amazing job, reliable and very fair pricing. I would highly recommend them."
Sharilyn Catherine L on May 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"Amazing job from start to finish. Wonderful customer service, did an amazing job, reliable and very fair pricing. I would highly recommend them."
Sharilyn Catherine L on May 2025
We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!
"Great job and very responsive"
Carol D on October 2020
We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!
"Great job and very responsive"
Carol D on October 2020
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.