This guide profiles 7 landscaping companies serving Newton, MA, comparing their services, service areas, pricing, ratings, and credentials so you can make an informed decision. Data was compiled by Moodscapes LLC, a landscape design firm with over 30 years of experience serving Newton and surrounding communities. Last reviewed: July 2026.
| # | Company | Address | Services Offered | Google Rating | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moodscapes LLC | 216 Hillside Ave, Arlington, MA 02476 | Ecological Landscape Design, Build & Maintenance | 4.8 (23) | View full pricing - $850-$2,000+/month maintenance; $5K-$200K+ design/build |
| 2 | Lamacchia Landscape Construction | 97 Adams St, Newton, MA 02458 | Landscaping, Hardscaping, Masonry, Asphalt Paving, Drainage, Lawn Installation, Maintenance, Fencing | 4.8 (103) | Free estimates; no rates published |
| 3 | Cullins Service Landscaping, Inc. | 716 Beacon St, Unit 122, Newton Centre, MA 02459 | Lawn Care, Landscaping, Hardscaping, Lawn Maintenance | 5.0 (14) | No mention of pricing |
| 4 | Post Road Landscape | 831 Beacon St, Suite 242, Newton, MA 02459 | Lawn Care, Maintenance, Hardscaping, Patios, Fencing, Landscape Design, Cleanups | 5.0 (33) | Free consultation; no rates published |
| 5 | Jon Sneider Lawn Care & Tree Service | 18 Sevland Rd, Newton, MA 02459 | Lawn Fertilization, Weed Control, Aeration, Overseeding, Tree & Shrub Care, Mosquito & Tick Control, Organic Lawn Programs | 5.0 (11) | Free consultations; price match offered |
| 6 | The Narrow Lane | 78 Fremont St, Needham, MA 02494 | Landscape Design, Construction, Maintenance, Hardscaping, Patios, Stone Walls, Irrigation, Lighting, Snow Removal | 4.9 (89) | Free estimates |
| 7 | Village Green Landscaping | 1000 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492 | Full-Service Landscaping, Lawn Maintenance, Cleanups | 5.0 (141) | No mention of pricing |
Five of the seven companies on this list are based directly in Newton. The Narrow Lane and Village Green are based in neighboring Needham, which borders Newton to the south, and both explicitly serve Newton residents.
Before contacting any company on this list, it helps to know what you actually need. Here are six questions to guide your decision.
Landscape designers create plans and build new outdoor spaces. Maintenance companies keep existing ones tidy. Full-service firms do both - but that doesn't always mean they're best at both. Start by identifying which category describes your project.
A "mow and blow" lawn service and a landscape design firm are fundamentally different businesses. If you want to transform your outdoor space, a lawn maintenance company is likely the wrong call - and vice versa.
A long service list can be a warning sign. Companies that do everything often do none of them exceptionally well. Look for companies with a clear specialty that matches your project.
A company serving 30+ towns has a very different operational model than one focused on 3-5 communities. Tighter service areas often mean faster response times, better local plant knowledge, and crews that aren't spread thin.
Look at the number of reviews, not just the star rating. A 5.0 with 11 reviews tells a different story than a 4.8 with 103. Read the one- and two-star reviews carefully - patterns in complaints are more telling than the average score.
Ask: Are you licensed and insured in Massachusetts? Can you provide references from Newton projects? What does a typical project timeline look like? Do you provide a written contract and detailed estimate? How do you handle changes mid-project?
A boutique ecological landscape design and build firm serving Newton, Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Watertown, and Winchester. Moodscapes believes that landscapes are not just places where you do things, but places that provide the opportunity for people to leave their everyday worries and improve their mood.
A Newton-based, family-owned landscaping and construction company led by Joseph Sr. and Joey Lamacchia Jr., with a strong reputation for hardscaping, masonry, and driveway work across the Greater Boston area.
A Newton Centre-based landscaping company with 10+ years of experience, fully insured, offering lawn care, landscaping, and hardscaping services with a perfect Google rating and strong local reputation.
A Newton-based, family-owned landscaping company founded in 2010 by Stephen McLaughlin, known for building long-term client relationships and delivering consistent, high-quality work across lawn care, maintenance, and hardscaping.
A Newton-based organic lawn and tree care specialist founded in 1994 by Jonathan Sneider, offering customized, eco-friendly programs for lawn health, tree and shrub care, and pest management - no blanket treatments, every plan tailored to the property.
A Needham-based landscape design, construction, and maintenance company founded in 2009 by Ron Goode, with strong ratings across Google, Angi, and Houzz, and an A+ BBB rating - explicitly serving Newton and surrounding communities.
A Needham-based full-service landscaping company with over 40 years in business and 141 Google reviews at a perfect 5.0 - the highest review count of any company on this list, serving Newton and surrounding communities.
These are the questions Newton homeowners most commonly ask about landscaping. Answers reflect conditions specific to eastern Massachusetts.
Fall is the best time, specifically late August through mid-October. Newton's cool-season grasses (bluegrass, fescue, ryegrass) recover most aggressively in fall when soil temperatures are still warm but air temperatures have dropped. Aerating in spring is a secondary option but less effective since grass must compete with weed germination for recovery nutrients. Pair aeration with overseeding in early September for the best results.
A basic patio in Newton typically runs $15,000-$25,000 installed, depending on size, material (concrete pavers vs. natural stone), and site prep. More complex projects - retaining walls, drainage, steps, or regrading - commonly reach $25,000-$50,000. Larger outdoor living spaces with multiple components typically fall in the $50,000-$100,000 range.
Most Newton landscapers begin spring cleanups and soil preparation in late March to early April, depending on frost depth and ground conditions. Planting typically starts mid-April through May. Popular companies fill their spring schedules quickly - book in February or early March to secure your spot for the season.
Newton falls in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. Native plants that perform well here include mountain laurel, native azalea, switchgrass, coneflower, and New England aster. For trees, sugar maple, serviceberry, and American hornbeam handle Newton's freeze-thaw cycles well. Newton's soil varies significantly by neighborhood - clay-heavy in lower areas near the Charles River, sandier on higher ground. A soil test before planting is a worthwhile investment.
It depends on the scope. In Newton, retaining walls over 4 feet typically require a building permit. Projects that alter drainage or are near wetlands - Newton has several protected wetland areas - may require Conservation Commission review under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act. Check with the Newton Building Department before starting any significant hardscaping project, as requirements can vary by neighborhood and project type.
Conventional lawn care relies on synthetic fertilizers and chemical pesticides for fast results. Organic lawn care uses natural fertilizers, compost, and biological pest controls to improve soil health over time - building a more resilient lawn that needs fewer inputs long-term. Organic programs take longer to show results but are safer for children, pets, and the local watershed. Newton's proximity to the Charles River and its many conservation areas makes organic approaches especially relevant for homeowners who want to minimize runoff and chemical exposure.
Landscape design fees in Newton typically range from $1,500 to $5,000 for a residential design plan, depending on property size and project complexity. Design-build firms like Moodscapes often apply the design fee toward construction if you hire them for installation. Most offer a free initial consultation before proposing a design agreement.
Massachusetts requires a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) registration for residential work over $1,000. You can verify a contractor's registration at mass.gov/hic. For pesticide application, look for a Massachusetts Commercial Pesticide Applicator license issued by the Department of Agricultural Resources. Always ask for proof of general liability and workers' compensation insurance before signing a contract.
Zach Rubin is the owner of Moodscapes LLC, an ecological landscape design firm based in Arlington, MA serving Newton, Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Watertown, and Winchester. Company data in this guide was gathered from Google Maps, BBB.org, Angi, Houzz, Yelp, and individual company websites in June-July 2026. Ratings and details are accurate at time of research and may have changed. Last reviewed: July 2026. Also see our Belmont, Arlington, and Lexington landscaping guides.
Moodscapes LLC has been transforming outdoor spaces in Newton and surrounding communities for over 30 years. We believe your landscape should be more than a place where you do things - it should be a place where you can leave your everyday worries behind. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your project, your property, and what's possible.
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