This guide profiles 6 landscaping companies serving Watertown, 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 Watertown 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 | Roberto Affordable Land & Tree Service | 48 Dexter St, Watertown, MA 02472 | Lawn Care, Tree Trimming & Removal, Hardscaping, Landscape Installation, Snow Removal, Irrigation | 5.0 (26) | "Affordable" in name; 10% off for new customers |
| 3 | Gatica Landscaping | 14 Gertrude St, Watertown, MA 02472 | Landscape Design, Maintenance, Construction, Lawn Care, Tree Care, Cleanups, Snow Removal | 5.0 (4) | Free estimates; no rates published |
| 4 | Landscape Collaborative | 76 Coolidge Hill Rd, Watertown, MA 02472 | Garden Maintenance, Design-Build, Lawn Care, Cleanups, Irrigation, Tree Work, Pest Control, Fine Masonry, Snow Removal | 4.3 (6) | No rates published; weekly or bi-monthly programs |
| 5 | Boston's Landscaping & Lawn Specialists | 38 Clarendon St, Watertown, MA 02472 | Landscaping & Design, Lawn Maintenance, Patios, Cleanups, Trimming & Pruning, Mulching, Fertilization, Snow Removal, Tree Removal, Masonry | 4.6 (16) | Competitive pricing; free estimates |
| 6 | Lawn Jon Services Inc. | 1 Main St, Waltham, MA 02453 | Landscaping, Hardscaping, Masonry, Patios, Retaining Walls, Fencing, Lawn Care, Fertilization, Cleanups, Sod | 4.9 (61) | Affordable pricing; free estimates |
Five of the six companies on this list are based directly in Watertown. Lawn Jon Services is based in neighboring Waltham, which borders Watertown to the west, and explicitly serves Watertown 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 4 reviews tells a different story than a 4.9 with 61. 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 Watertown 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 Watertown, Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Newton, 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 Watertown-based landscaping and tree service company with a perfect Google rating, offering lawn care, tree work, hardscaping, and snow removal with competitive pricing and a 10% new customer discount.
A Watertown-based landscaping company founded in 2020, offering full-service landscape design, construction, and maintenance for residential and commercial clients within a 25-mile radius, with a licensed and certified team.
A Watertown-based landscape design, construction, and garden maintenance company established in 1982, with a team of 40+ dedicated plantspeople, a Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist on staff, and a portfolio of 300+ managed properties across Greater Boston.
A Watertown-based full-service landscaping company led by Henry, known for same-day responsiveness, competitive pricing, and a wide range of services from lawn maintenance to masonry and patios.
A Waltham-based landscaping and hardscaping company led by Jonathan Hession, with a strong Google reputation built on masonry, retaining walls, fencing, and complete yard renovations serving Watertown and surrounding communities.
These are the questions Watertown homeowners most commonly ask about landscaping. Answers reflect conditions specific to eastern Massachusetts.
Fall is the best time - specifically late August through mid-October. Watertown's cool-season grasses (bluegrass, fescue, ryegrass) recover most aggressively in fall when soil temperatures are still warm but air temperatures have dropped. Pair aeration with overseeding in early September for the best results. Aerating in spring is a secondary option but less effective since grass must compete with weed germination for recovery nutrients.
Most Watertown 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.
Watertown falls in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. Native plants that perform well here include mountain laurel, native azalea, switchgrass, coneflower, and New England aster. Watertown's urban setting and proximity to the Charles River means many properties have compacted or clay-heavy soil - improving drainage and soil quality before planting significantly improves long-term results. Native plantings are also well-suited to the Charles River watershed environment.
It depends on the scope. In Watertown, retaining walls over 4 feet typically require a building permit. Projects near the Charles River or its tributaries may require Conservation Commission review under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act. Check with the Watertown Building Department before starting any significant hardscaping - requirements vary by project and proximity to water.
Landscape design fees in Watertown 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.
A landscape designer creates a detailed plan for your outdoor space - assessing site conditions, specifying plants and materials, and producing drawings or renderings. A landscaper typically executes maintenance or installation work. Some companies do both (design-build). If you're starting from scratch or want a cohesive vision for your property, begin with a designer before hiring for installation.
Properties within 100 feet of the Charles River or its tributaries fall under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, which may require a Conservation Commission Order of Conditions before grading, planting, or construction. Native and riparian plantings are strongly encouraged - they stabilize banks, filter runoff, and support local wildlife. If your yard slopes toward the river, drainage and erosion control should be part of any landscape plan.
Zach Rubin is the owner of Moodscapes LLC, an ecological landscape design firm based in Arlington, MA serving Watertown, Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Newton, 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, Lexington, and Newton landscaping guides.
Moodscapes LLC has been transforming outdoor spaces in Watertown 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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