Knowledge is power.
Know your landscape.
is a unique New Jersey-based landscape consultancy that acts as a
partner, advisor, educator, and provider
for property owners to make better decisions regarding their grounds.
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Our process starts with an objective, unbiased evaluation of your landscape and grounds components. We use this information to educate clients and develop recommendations for improvement while factoring in the site's natural ecology, landscape best practices, and careful design considerations. The advice and services we provide result in landscapes that thrive, return more value and satisfaction, and provide cleaner air and water for your family and community.
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We help achieve your goals and improve your property and landscape value.
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Welcome! Explore our site to discover more about us and how we bring value to
property owners and their landscapes. "Tap around" and you may find yourself in some places
that remind us what's so great about the outdoors!
Installing and maintaining modern landscapes is complicated!
It's not always easy to find the right help either.
If your landscape issues leave you confused, overwhelmed, or saying...
We keep spending tons of money on the lawn.
My landscaper can't seem to help.
I planted 3 times and it keeps dying...
The drainage situation is getting worse!
This tree looks dead.
Why do the patio stones keep popping up?
Is this retaining wall safe?
Clay. My whole yard is clay.
My boxwoods never look good. What's wrong?
Why is the lawn turning brown?
Our new plants are dying!
This tree is too close to the house. Should we cut it down?
That spruce tree doesn't look so good...
How come our pavers are sinking?
What are these little bugs?
Can't you just spray a chemical
to get rid of the problem?
Wait - ALL that is poison ivy?
The backyard never dries out!
My hydrangeas never flower!
We have 3 different opinions from
3 different landscapers!
What do we do??
The Grade Outdoors
has answers and solutions!
Is your landscape...
Healthy?
Safe?
Functional?
Rewarding?
Soil health, erosion, plant health, nutrient availability, turf, storm water, irrigation and drainage can all affect landscape outcomes.
Retaining wall stability, hazardous tree ID, tripping and slipping hazards, playset safety and other outdoor structures, poisonous and invasive plants, low voltage wiring, plumbing, electric and other safety issues should be investigated and addressed.
How well does the current or planned design accomplish its intended goals or serve occupants in regard to aesthetics, usage, traffic and flow, use of space, ecological value, fruit or flower production, screening, light & shade, etc.
Carefully planned and well-tended land and landscapes offer rewards and value in myriad ways, such as increased property value, long term savings, natural beauty, social benefits, emotional well-being, personal satisfaction, harvests, habitats, and more!
There's a lot to think about when it comes to your grounds. Expert help is right here!
