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South Shore

Landscapers serving South Shore, Staten Island

Larger lots and waterfront blocks where salt air and exposure shape plant and material choices. Below are the providers in this guide that work South Shore. Compare by service, then verify licensing and pricing directly.

  • Great Kills
  • Eltingville
  • Annadale
  • Huguenot
  • Prince's Bay
  • Tottenville
  • Charleston
  • Arden Heights
  1. 1 9.6/10

    1. Russo's Landscaping — Best Overall

    Editorial pick

    The broadest full-service option on the Island — design, masonry, pavers, outdoor kitchens, lighting, and planting under one long-established company.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 40 years” serving Staten Island
    • Full-service: design, masonry, pavers, outdoor kitchens, lighting, planting
    • Publishes NYC license numbers (DOC 1342201, BIC 3793)
    Services Landscape DesignHardscapingLawn Care
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Russo's Landscaping profile Public information from russoslandscaping.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  2. 2 9.4/10

    2. S&G Landscaping Inc. — Best for Established Full-Service

    Editorial pick

    Four decades in business with full NYC licensing — lawn care, design, hardscaping, and irrigation from one of the Island's longest-running crews.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “serving Staten Island residents since 1985”
    • Holds NYC B.I.C. #837, H.I.C. #0922337, and pesticide #11718
    • Lawn care, hardscaping, and irrigation/sprinkler installation
    Services Lawn CareLandscape DesignHardscapingIrrigation
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the S&G Landscaping Inc. profile Public information from sglandscapinggardeninginc.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  3. 3 9.3/10

    3. Rock Solid Landscape & Masonry — Best for Design & Outdoor Living

    Editorial pick

    An award-winning design-build firm for outdoor living — patios, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and drainage — that also handles snow removal.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “Award-Winning Landscape Design & Build Since 1998”
    • Outdoor kitchens, paver design/install, fire features, drainage, fencing, snow
    • Lists DCA license number 1325183
    Services Landscape DesignHardscapingSnow Removal
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Rock Solid Landscape & Masonry profile Public information from rocksolidyards.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  4. 4 9.2/10

    4. Staten Island Lawn Care & Landscaping — Best for Lawn Care & Maintenance

    Editorial pick

    A long-running full-service crew built around lawn care and maintenance — treatments, trimming, mulch, and clean-ups — that also handles sprinklers and snow.

    Why it ranks here
    • States it has served homeowners “for more than 25 years”
    • Lawn treatment, trimming, clean-ups, mulch, sprinklers, planting
    • States licensing for snow and for chemical lawn & garden application
    Services Lawn CareLandscape DesignIrrigationSnow Removal
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Staten Island Lawn Care & Landscaping profile Public information from statenislandlawncare.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  5. 5 9.1/10

    5. Vincent Marando Landscaping — Best for Hardscape & Pools

    Editorial pick

    A family firm since 1976 specializing in high-end hardscape — paver patios, outdoor kitchens, and custom pools — for Staten Island and central New Jersey.

    Why it ranks here
    • States it was founded in 1976 (40+ years)
    • Paver patios, outdoor kitchens, and custom pools
    • States it is fully licensed and insured
    Services HardscapingLandscape Design
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Vincent Marando Landscaping profile Public information from vincentmarandolandscaping.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  6. 6 9.0/10

    6. Staten Island Masonry — Best for Masonry & Pavers

    Editorial pick

    A dedicated masonry contractor for paver driveways, walkways, patios, retaining walls, and concrete — and a stated specialist in NYC DOT sidewalk compliance.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 20 years” of masonry experience
    • Paver driveways/walkways/patios, retaining walls, decorative concrete, chimneys
    • States “fully licensed, insured” and “meet all local codes and DOT requirements”
    Services Hardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Staten Island Masonry profile Public information from simasonry.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  7. 7 9.0/10

    7. Mezzacappa Concrete — Best for Concrete & Driveways

    Editorial pick

    A 40-plus-year, family-led concrete and masonry contractor for driveways, patios, pavers, and asphalt across Staten Island.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 40 years”
    • Licensed in New York and New Jersey; BBB registered
    • Concrete, pavers, masonry, and asphalt
    Services Hardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Mezzacappa Concrete profile Public information from mezzconcrete.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  8. 8 9.0/10

    8. County Tree Care Inc. — Best for Tree Care

    Editorial pick

    A long-established tree company with ISA Certified Arborists on staff, handling pruning, removals, stump removal, and lot clearing.

    Why it ranks here
    • States it has served the New York area “since 1986”
    • Fine pruning, tree maintenance, tree and stump removals, lot clearing
    • States “ISA Certified Arborists on staff,” “fully insured,” and ALB quarantine-zone compliant
    Services Tree Service
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the County Tree Care Inc. profile Public information from countytree.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  9. 9 8.9/10

    9. Aspen Landscaping — Best for Residential Landscaping

    Editorial pick

    A full-service residential landscaper — lawn care, design, retaining walls, and landscape lighting — with 20-plus years on the Island.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 20 years”
    • Lawncare, sod, landscape design, retaining walls, landscape lighting
    • States “New York Licensed and Insured”
    Services Lawn CareLandscape DesignHardscapingIrrigation
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Aspen Landscaping profile Public information from aspenlandscapingstatenisland.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  10. 10 8.9/10

    10. Tambasco Landscaping — Best for Full-Service Landscaping

    Editorial pick

    A self-described premier full-service Staten Island landscaper covering outdoor construction, water features, lighting, lawn care, and irrigation.

    Why it ranks here
    • Describes itself as a “premiere Staten Island” full-service provider
    • Outdoor construction, water features, lighting, and irrigation
    • Lists NYC B.I.C. #3115
    Services Landscape DesignHardscapingLawn CareTree ServiceIrrigation
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Tambasco Landscaping profile Public information from tambascolandscaping.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  11. 11 8.8/10

    11. 718 Lawn — Best for Neighborhood Lawn & Yard Care

    Editorial pick

    A family-owned crew of 25-plus years offering mowing, lawn treatments, hardscaping, and tree work across a long list of named Staten Island neighborhoods.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “Family Owned for 25+ Years”
    • Mowing, fertilization/aeration, pavers/walkways/patios, tree trimming
    • States “Fully insured”
    Services Lawn CareHardscapingLandscape DesignTree Service
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the 718 Lawn profile Public information from 718lawn.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  12. 12 8.8/10

    12. Steve's Landscaping — Best for Year-Round Property Care

    Editorial pick

    Year-round residential and commercial care — monthly lawn maintenance, landscape design, weed/insect control, and snow plowing — with stated HIC and pesticide licenses.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 20 years” (also “over 25 Years”)
    • Monthly lawn care, landscape design, weed/insect control, snow plowing
    • Lists H.I.C. #1310000 and Pesticide #T2822960
    Services Lawn CareLandscape DesignSnow Removal
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Steve's Landscaping profile Public information from steveslandscapingny.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  13. 13 8.8/10

    13. JR's Tree Service — Best for Tree Removal & Emergencies

    Editorial pick

    A HIC-licensed tree service with Certified Arborists, bucket-truck and bobcat equipment, and stated emergency tree care.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 36 years” serving Staten Island
    • Removal, trimming, pruning, stump grinding, bucket truck & bobcat, emergency care
    • States “HIC licensed,” “Certified Arborists,” “fully insured”
    Services Tree Service
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the JR's Tree Service profile Public information from jrtreeserviceny.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  14. 14 8.8/10

    14. Sweetbrook Nursery & Garden Center — Best for Garden Design & Plants

    Editorial pick

    A nursery and garden center that also designs and installs — pair on-site plant, tree, and material selection with landscape and hardscape design, maintenance, and snow.

    Why it ranks here
    • Full landscape supply company with an on-site nursery: “shrubs, trees, flowers, sod, soils, stone, seed”
    • Custom landscape/hardscape design and installation, plus maintenance
    • Also offers commercial groundskeeping and snow & ice management
    Services Landscape DesignHardscapingLawn CareSnow Removal
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Sweetbrook Nursery & Garden Center profile Public information from sweetbrookgardencenter.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  15. 15 8.7/10

    15. Van Alphen Bros — Best for Heritage Masonry

    Editorial pick

    A second-generation Staten Island concrete, paving, and masonry firm with more than 65 years building patios, walkways, and structural work.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 65 years”
    • Second-generation family business
    • Concrete, paving, and masonry — new construction and restorations
    Services Hardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Van Alphen Bros profile Public information from vanalphenbrothersinc.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  16. 16 8.7/10

    16. Family Tree Service — Best for Certified Arborist Tree Work

    Editorial pick

    A family-owned tree service of 34 years with certified arborists on staff — removal, pruning, stump removal, and emergency work across NYC.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “34 years of experience”
    • Certified arborists on staff; “Fully Licensed and Insured”
    • Removal, pruning, stump removal, emergency work
    Services Tree Service
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Family Tree Service profile Public information from familytreeserviceinc.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  17. 17 8.7/10

    17. Galleria Gardens — Best for Full-Service Since 1994

    Editorial pick

    A full-service landscaper since 1994 — lawn care, landscaping, snow removal, sprinklers, and tree service — citing 80-plus years of combined crew experience.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “serving Staten Island since 1994”
    • “more than 80 years of combined experience”
    • Lawn care, landscaping, snow removal, sprinklers, tree service
    Services Lawn CareSnow RemovalTree ServiceIrrigationLandscape Design
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Galleria Gardens profile Public information from galleriagardenssi.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  18. 18 8.6/10

    18. Carmelo's Landscaping Corp — Best for Landscaping, Masonry & Snow

    Editorial pick

    An 18-plus-year landscaping and concrete contractor — masonry, sprinklers, and snow — with stated full insurance, licensing, and bonding.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over eighteen years”
    • Concrete/masonry, sprinkler installation, and snow service
    • States “Full Insurance, license, and bonding”
    Services HardscapingLandscape DesignLawn CareSnow RemovalIrrigation
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Carmelo's Landscaping Corp profile Public information from carmeloslandscapingcorp.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  19. 19 8.6/10

    19. Holly Expert Tree Care — Best for Master Arborist Care

    Editorial pick

    A tree-care firm since 1981 led by an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, offering pruning, removal, cabling, and diagnostic/organic tree care.

    Why it ranks here
    • States operation “since 1981”
    • Owner is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (#NY0044B)
    • Pruning, removal, cabling, stump grinding, diagnostic/organic care
    Services Tree Service
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Holly Expert Tree Care profile Public information from hollyexperttreecare.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  20. 20 8.6/10

    20. EG Lawn Sprinkler — Best for Irrigation

    Editorial pick

    An irrigation specialist for sprinkler design and installation, seasonal maintenance, repairs, and smart systems — plus garden care.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 20 years” of service on Staten Island lawns
    • Sprinkler design & installation, seasonal maintenance, repairs/upgrades, smart irrigation
    • Residential and commercial lawn irrigation, plus garden care
    Services IrrigationLawn Care
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the EG Lawn Sprinkler profile Public information from eglawnsprinklernyc.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  21. 21 8.6/10

    21. J. Molfino Masonry — Best for Pavers & Retaining Walls

    Editorial pick

    A family-owned masonry company of 15-plus years for pavers, brick and stone, retaining walls, and waterproofing, with NY/NJ licensing and DOT registration.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over fifteen years”
    • Pavers, brick/stone, retaining walls, pools, waterproofing
    • Lists NY 2096967-DCA, NJ 13VH11395500, DOT registered, BBB
    Services Hardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the J. Molfino Masonry profile Public information from molfinomasonry.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  22. 22 8.5/10

    22. New Twins Landscaping — Best for Design + Hardscape

    Editorial pick

    A full-service Staten Island landscaping and construction company handling design, lawn care, tree work, pavers, and outdoor kitchens.

    Why it ranks here
    • Full-service: design, lawn care, tree work, hardscape
    • Pavers/cement, tree planting and removal, outdoor kitchens
    • Serves Staten Island and New Jersey
    Services Lawn CareLandscape DesignTree ServiceHardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the New Twins Landscaping profile Public information from newtwins.info, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  23. 23 8.5/10

    23. Eagle Landscaping & Lawn Care — Best for Maintenance & Drainage

    Editorial pick

    A decade-plus property-maintenance company covering lawn care, hardscaping, drainage, and snow removal across the borough.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over a decade” in business
    • Lawn maintenance, hardscaping, drainage, snow removal/salting
    • Staten Island-based
    Services Lawn CareLandscape DesignTree ServiceHardscapingSnow Removal
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Eagle Landscaping & Lawn Care profile Public information from eaglandscaping.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  24. 24 8.5/10

    24. Scottie's Tree Service — Best for Emergency Tree Removal

    Editorial pick

    A family-owned tree service of 18 years with OSHA certification and a certified arborist on staff, offering 24-hour emergency tree removal.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “18 years of experience”
    • “Licensed and Fully Insured; OSHA Certified”; certified arborist on staff
    • 24-hour emergency tree removal
    Services Tree Service
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Scottie's Tree Service profile Public information from scottiestreeservice.net, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  25. 25 8.4/10

    25. NY Pavers — Best for Paver Driveways & Patios

    Editorial pick

    A licensed, insured paving and masonry contractor with 23-plus years and a dedicated Staten Island service area for driveways, patios, walkways, and walls.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “23+ years” and “2,000+ projects”
    • Driveways, patios, walkways, retaining walls, concrete
    • Brooklyn-headquartered with a dedicated Staten Island service page
    Services Hardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the NY Pavers profile Public information from nypavers.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  26. 26 8.4/10

    26. Prime Sprinkler — Best for Long-Established Irrigation

    Editorial pick

    A family-owned irrigation company since 1975 — sprinkler installation, repair, spring start-ups, and winterization — using low-disruption installation equipment.

    Why it ranks here
    • States operation “since 1975”
    • Sprinkler installation, repair, start-ups, winterization
    • States “Fully insured and registered with the State of New York”
    Services Irrigation
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Prime Sprinkler profile Public information from primesprinkler.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  27. 27 8.3/10

    27. Bianco's Landscaping & Masonry — Best for Snow & Ice Management

    Editorial pick

    A landscaping-and-masonry company with a dedicated winter operation — driveway plowing, sidewalk shoveling, and ice control for residential and commercial properties.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “over 20+ years” of experience
    • Snow plowing, ice control and removal, sidewalk shoveling, driveway plow
    • Also offers landscaping (design, installation, maintenance, lawncare) and masonry
    Services Snow RemovalHardscapingLandscape DesignLawn Care
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Bianco's Landscaping & Masonry profile Public information from landscapingsi.com (Bianco's Landscaping & Masonry), as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  28. 28 8.2/10

    28. Victory Nursery & Landscaping — Best for Garden Center & Design

    Editorial pick

    A Staten Island garden center and landscape design business with an on-site nursery selling trees, bushes, and flowers, plus design and installation.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “family-owned since 2016” (with “over 30 years experience”)
    • On-site garden center: trees, bushes, flowers
    • Landscape design and installation; free estimates
    Services Landscape DesignLawn Care
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Victory Nursery & Landscaping profile Public information from victorynursery2016.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  29. 29 8.1/10

    29. Plow Tech Solutions — Best for Commercial Snow & Property Services

    Editorial pick

    A property-services firm founded in 2015 offering commercial and residential snow removal with 24/7 dispatch, plus asphalt repair and cleanouts.

    Why it ranks here
    • States “founded 2015” with “20+ years combined” crew experience
    • Commercial/residential snow removal with 24/7 emergency dispatch
    • Also asphalt repair, cleanouts, property maintenance
    Services Snow RemovalHardscaping
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Plow Tech Solutions profile Public information from plowtechsolutions.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06
  30. 30 8.0/10

    30. Richmond Lawn Sprinkler — Best for Sprinklers & Outdoor Lighting

    Editorial pick

    A Staten Island irrigation and low-voltage outdoor lighting specialist for sprinkler installation and landscape lighting.

    Why it ranks here
    • States it is an “irrigation and low-voltage outdoor lighting” specialist
    • Lawn sprinkler installation plus landscape lighting
    • Staten Island-based
    Services IrrigationLandscape Design
    Areas North ShoreMid-IslandSouth Shore
    Read the Richmond Lawn Sprinkler profile Public information from richmondlawnsprinkler.com, as of June 2026 — verify directly. · Last reviewed 2026-06

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