LANDSCAPE DESIGN IN ROCHESTER, NY

A custom landscape plan shaped around your property, how you use it, and what you want to spend, followed by an installation built from that plan.

TRANSFORMING OUTDOOR SPACES

For over 26 years, Westside Professional Landscape has designed and built landscapes across Monroe County. Whether you want to rethink the whole property or fix the front entry, we start with how you use the space, what needs to work better, and what you want to spend.

Every project begins with the site. We check soil, sun, drainage, grade, and the features worth keeping. Then we choose plants, materials, and a layout suited to Rochester's humid summers, cold winters, and everything in between.

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Aerial view of a striped front lawn bordered by layered ornamental trees and shrubs, with foundation plantings along a white home

DESIGN & INSTALLATION SERVICES

Plans and installations shaped around Greater Rochester homes, businesses, and growing conditions.

CUSTOM LANDSCAPE DESIGN

A detailed landscape plan puts sight lines, walking routes, seasonal interest, and mature plant sizes on paper before installation begins. The result fits the property now and still makes sense as the landscape grows, whether it is in Pittsford, Brighton, Penfield, or elsewhere in Monroe County.

  • Full property design plans
  • Phased installation options
  • Plant selection for Rochester's climate

PLANTING DESIGN & INSTALLATION

We choose trees, shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses for Western New York's USDA Zone 6a conditions. Bloom times, foliage, mature size, and upkeep all matter. From a specimen tree to a foundation bed, every plant needs a reason to be there.

  • Native and adapted species
  • Four-season interest design
  • Specimen trees & ornamentals

GRADING & DRAINAGE

Proper grading and drainage are the foundation of any lasting landscape. Rochester's clay-heavy soils and frequent rain events demand careful water management. We design and install French drains, catch basins, dry creek beds, and regrading solutions that protect your home's foundation and keep your lawn from becoming a swamp every spring.

  • French drains & catch basins
  • Dry creek beds & swales
  • Foundation protection grading

OUTDOOR LIGHTING

Good outdoor lighting lets you use the landscape after sunset. We light paths for safer footing, pick out trees and stonework, and add warm task lighting where people gather. LED fixtures keep energy use low.

  • Path & accent lighting
  • Uplighting & tree lighting
  • Energy-efficient LED systems

OUR DESIGN PROCESS

A clear path from the first walk-through to the finished installation.

1

CONSULTATION

We meet at your property, discuss your goals, assess existing conditions, and establish a budget range.

2

DESIGN

Our team creates a detailed landscape plan with plant selections, material specifications, and layout drawings.

3

INSTALLATION

Our crews build from the approved plan and keep the installation aligned with its materials, grades, and layout.

4

CARE

Ongoing maintenance programs protect your investment and keep your landscape thriving season after season.

WORK WE HAVE ACTUALLY BUILT

Aerial view of a white home with a striped front lawn, curved foundation beds, and young trees planted along a long driveway

Landscape Installation

Estate Landscape Installation and Ongoing Care

What we built

New planting beds and trees, about 21,000 square feet of graded sod, irrigation, and low-voltage lighting, followed by ongoing mowing, turf applications, and bed care.

Wide curved paver walkway from driveway to front door beside newly planted foundation beds

Walkway & Entry

Curved Front Walkway with New Foundation Beds

The design challenge

The route from the driveway to the front door needed a clearer, wider approach tied into the surrounding landscape.

What we built

A broad curved paver walk uses a contrasting soldier-course border and follows the foundation beds into the entry.

Lit commercial courtyard with paver walkways, seating, and planting beds in the evening

Commercial Courtyard

Commercial Courtyard Paver Plaza

The design challenge

The shared courtyard needed clearer circulation and a more finished place for tenants and visitors to pause.

What we built

Paver walks organize the routes through the space, while seating, lighting, and layered planting beds complete the courtyard.

Long raised stone retaining wall creating a level planted shade garden beside a home

Retaining Wall

Raised Stone Retaining Wall and Shade Garden

What we built

A raised stone wall creates a level planting terrace beneath the mature trees and gives the garden a defined lower edge.

FROM OUR WORK

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

How much does landscape design cost in Rochester?

It depends on scope. A targeted front-entry redesign and a full property transformation are very different projects. Design is developed as part of the proposal for the projects we build, so after we walk the property, you receive a written, itemized estimate before any work begins.

Do you have a licensed landscape architect on staff?

No, and we will not claim otherwise. In New York, "landscape architect" is a title protected by state license. We are a design-build landscape contractor. Our designers produce layout drawings, plant schedules, grading intent, and material specifications for work our own crews install. If a project needs stamped drawings or another licensed professional, we will tell you up front.

What is the best time of year to start a landscaping project?

In Rochester, spring (April–June) and fall (September–October) are the best windows for planting and installation. Cooler temperatures and reliable rainfall help roots establish. Hardscape work and design consultations can happen year-round. A winter design start can have you ready to build when the season opens.

Do you work with existing landscaping or only start from scratch?

Both. Many projects improve an existing landscape rather than erase it. During the site assessment, we identify what works, what can stay, and what needs to change. The plan makes the most of the good features already there.

How long does a typical landscape installation take?

Timeline depends on the project scope. A targeted front-entry redesign might take a few days, while a full property transformation with hardscaping, planting, and grading can take several weeks. We provide a detailed timeline during the proposal phase so you can plan accordingly.

READY TO PUT A PLAN ON PAPER?

Schedule a free on-site consultation. We'll walk your property, discuss your vision, and develop a plan that fits your budget.