Here at JR Home Service, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle landscaping work in Gloucester and the surrounding areas - Call today!
"From the very beginning, communication was outstanding. We had to do everything long distance and they were very flexible and accommodating. Throughout the whole project they sent pictures. And their work was exemplary. They met their deadline and did a great job cleaning up when they left. I would highly recommend them!"
Jennifer M on October 2022
Here at JR Home Service, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle landscaping work in Gloucester and the surrounding areas - Call today!
"From the very beginning, communication was outstanding. We had to do everything long distance and they were very flexible and accommodating. Throughout the whole project they sent pictures. And their work was exemplary. They met their deadline and did a great job cleaning up when they left. I would highly recommend them!"
Jennifer M on October 2022
SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING takes pride in providing quality landscape services to Greater Boston and the North Shore. Our services range from custom landscape design and installation, to reliable, budget friendly landscape maintenance. Whether your landscape needs are large or small, Simple Greens Landscaping is equal to the task. Our mission is to provide our customers with the highest quality landscape services available. Our attention to detail and commitment to customer service and satisfaction makes SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING the last company you will ever need.
"Called me immediately and scheduled for the next day. Very happy with them!"
Eric P on September 2019
SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING takes pride in providing quality landscape services to Greater Boston and the North Shore. Our services range from custom landscape design and installation, to reliable, budget friendly landscape maintenance. Whether your landscape needs are large or small, Simple Greens Landscaping is equal to the task. Our mission is to provide our customers with the highest quality landscape services available. Our attention to detail and commitment to customer service and satisfaction makes SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING the last company you will ever need.
"Called me immediately and scheduled for the next day. Very happy with them!"
Eric P on September 2019
J&M General Construction, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving South Weymouth, MA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
J&M General Construction, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving South Weymouth, MA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Was Quikly a fair price, all the work done and a nice guy"
Kathy S on November 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Was Quikly a fair price, all the work done and a nice guy"
Kathy S on November 2024
We are a family owned and operated company with 25+ years of landscaping and hardscaping experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a family owned and operated company with 25+ years of landscaping and hardscaping experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
We pride our company on attention to detail, punctuality, 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. Our attention to detail is that of no other. We look forward to earning your business!
"I'm very please with result, completed on time, David is professional and response on timely manner. Prices are reasonable."
Sandy Z on September 2022
We pride our company on attention to detail, punctuality, 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. Our attention to detail is that of no other. We look forward to earning your business!
"I'm very please with result, completed on time, David is professional and response on timely manner. Prices are reasonable."
Sandy Z on September 2022
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today
"They were very attentive and did everything I asked them to do and did a great job."
Shelly M on August 2022
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today
"They were very attentive and did everything I asked them to do and did a great job."
Shelly M on August 2022
We specialize in designing & installing backyard with state of-the- art Hardscapes, Landscapes & outdoor living, Outdoor kitchen, water feature, lighting & more. With over 20 years in Combined experience, hundreds of successful project completed and a range of fully satisfied customers over the years, we guarantee a TRUE PROFESSIONAL service for your all of your outdoor projects needs with us. FULL project management! Best rates! Full satisfaction guaranteed!
"This company is very reliable and did a great job with good prices. "
Melody L on May 2025
We specialize in designing & installing backyard with state of-the- art Hardscapes, Landscapes & outdoor living, Outdoor kitchen, water feature, lighting & more. With over 20 years in Combined experience, hundreds of successful project completed and a range of fully satisfied customers over the years, we guarantee a TRUE PROFESSIONAL service for your all of your outdoor projects needs with us. FULL project management! Best rates! Full satisfaction guaranteed!
"This company is very reliable and did a great job with good prices. "
Melody L on May 2025
Welcome to Wollaston Development, LLC! We have been servicing Medford and the surrounding areas for the past 20 years. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority and we are always sure to get the job done right the first time. Give us a call today!
"We had an excellent experience working with Wollaston. Wollaston installed three drywells, irrigation, garden beds, lawn, shrubs, tree, lighting, etc. We began working with Mike early on to develop and shape our landscaping ideas for our home. Mike made great recommendations, provided guidance on vegetation, and easily handled changes along the way. The entire Wollaston team was super professional. Mike called all around and even drove way out west to find our tree. Our yard looks amazing. Highly recommend!"
Patrick F on June 2024
Welcome to Wollaston Development, LLC! We have been servicing Medford and the surrounding areas for the past 20 years. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority and we are always sure to get the job done right the first time. Give us a call today!
"We had an excellent experience working with Wollaston. Wollaston installed three drywells, irrigation, garden beds, lawn, shrubs, tree, lighting, etc. We began working with Mike early on to develop and shape our landscaping ideas for our home. Mike made great recommendations, provided guidance on vegetation, and easily handled changes along the way. The entire Wollaston team was super professional. Mike called all around and even drove way out west to find our tree. Our yard looks amazing. Highly recommend!"
Patrick F on June 2024
JE Masonry & Landscaping, Inc., 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. Please give us a call today!
"Agustion Ramos from JE Masonry and his crew, did a fantastic job. They were on time, quick, never cut a corner, polite, added great suggestions and the job site was neat and clean every night and when job was complete , Would highly recommend."
Jeff B on November 2020
JE Masonry & Landscaping, Inc., 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. Please give us a call today!
"Agustion Ramos from JE Masonry and his crew, did a fantastic job. They were on time, quick, never cut a corner, polite, added great suggestions and the job site was neat and clean every night and when job was complete , Would highly recommend."
Jeff B on November 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.