Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Landscaping & Garden Services in Ithaca, NY
For 45 years, Cayuga Landscape has been dedicated to creating imaginative and sustainable landscapes in Tompkins County, NY. Our mission extends beyond aesthetics to include environmental stewardship and community enhancement. We operate multiple divisions including a full-service garden center, residential and commercial design-build services, and grounds maintenance. Our team of experienced horticulturalists and landscape architects specializes in crafting functional outdoor environments that harmonize with local ecosystems. With two farms producing acclimated plants and sustainable materials, we prioritize local sourcing to reduce environmental impact.Our commercial portfolio includes high-profile projects at Cornell University and Cayuga Medical Center, demonstrating expertise in large-scale installations. Sustainability guides our practices through recycling programs, composting, and supporting local economies. Community engagement remains central to our values, evidenced by donations to public green spaces and educational institutions. Our seasonal maintenance plans ensure year-round property care, combining technical skill with artistic vision to transform landscapes.
Services
Landscape Design-Build
Garden Center
Tree Planting
Grounds Maintenance
Commercial Landscaping
Bulk Material Delivery
Snow Removal
Deer Protection
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 45 years of local landscaping expertise since 1978
- Full-service garden center with deer-resistant plant specialists
- Sustainable practices including on-site tree farming
- Experienced team with landscape architecture degrees
- Community-focused with major local project experience
What people say
Tremendous difference
Great job
Stone work
Design excellence
Looks great
Services
Landscape Design-Build
Our design-build service creates tailored outdoor environments combining aesthetics and functionality. Specializing in retaining walls, walkways, gardens, and lighting installations, we transform properties with sustainable materials. Clients receive personalized consultations with degree-holding designers to develop spaces like entry courtyards, rain gardens, and meadows that enhance property value and usability.
Garden Center
The Finger Lakes' most complete garden center offers extensive plant selections including native and deer-resistant species. Our specialists grow shade, flowering, and evergreen trees on-site at Bundy Road farm. Customers access horticultural materials, gifts, and expert advice for creating thriving outdoor spaces. The pastoral location features diverse plant displays for inspiration and selection.
Grounds Maintenance
Professional maintenance plans ensure year-round property care through five seasonal visits. Services include lawn mowing, pruning, mulching, fertilization, and winter protection. Our horticulture team prevents pest damage, maintains garden beds, and ensures property tidiness after each visit. Customizable plans adapt to specific landscape needs while maintaining ecological balance.
Commercial Landscaping
Comprehensive commercial landscaping services handle large-scale developments for institutions and contractors. Expertise includes green roofs, sports turf fields, stone work, and major tree installations. Notable projects at Cornell University and Cayuga Medical Center demonstrate capability with complex designs. Services integrate sustainable practices for institutional clients seeking durable, attractive outdoor spaces.
Tree Planting
Specialized tree planting utilizes nursery-grown stock acclimated to local conditions. Our 25-acre farm produces diverse species including maples, oaks, and crabapples for minimal transplant stress. Professional installation ensures proper placement and growth conditions. Additional services include deer protection systems and storm damage recovery to maintain healthy tree populations in residential and commercial settings.
People
David Fernandez
Estimator
Experienced landscape estimator with design expertise, providing personalized consultations for residential projects. Specializes in creating functional outdoor environments that enhance property value and usability through thoughtful space planning.
Christian Gruber
Estimator
Skilled garden designer offering professional guidance for landscape transformations. Combines technical knowledge with creative vision to develop customized outdoor solutions that meet client needs and environmental considerations.
James Pagano
Estimator
Landscape architecture professional delivering tailored design proposals for residential properties. Focuses on integrating sustainable practices with aesthetic appeal to create enduring outdoor living spaces that exceed client expectations.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design-build projects, grounds maintenance, tree planting, commercial installations, and seasonal care plans tailored to residential and commercial properties.
Do you offer sustainable landscaping options?
Yes, we prioritize sustainability through native plant selection, local sourcing, recycling programs, and eco-friendly materials in all our landscaping projects.
What commercial projects have you completed?
Notable commercial projects include Cornell University developments (Milstein Hall, Weill Hall), Cayuga Medical Center landscapes, and Tompkins County Airport improvements.
How do you handle seasonal maintenance?
Our seasonal maintenance plans include five visits covering spring cleanup, mulching, summer pruning, fall cleanup, and winter protection to ensure year-round landscape health.
Reviews (7)
Sonja Jackson
Aug 27, 2021
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I bought a tree here and the staff were very helpful in loading it up for me and wrapping it to protect it from the wind, as well as telling me how to plant and care for it so it would grow well in my yard. They told me their plants are grown locally so they have a better chance of doing well in this area (rather than being imported from other facilities around the country)
Noreen Davis Barden
Jul 21, 2020
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Guys did a wonderful job planting our trees. Very professional, knowledgeable and personable. A great experience!
Julio Lucio
Dec 20, 2019
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This place is amazing. The people that work at this location are amazing and super friendly. From me to all of you it was awesome meeting you great people
Misao Johnson
Nov 20, 2019
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Did a great job in delivering firewood in a very timely manner and stacking it neatly on our pallets.
Nathanael N.
Jun 14, 2019
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This company used to be reputable. They do great work if they actually bother to show up. Unfortunately, the owner has been overbooking, and as a result defaulting on jobs. Even when I reserved my place in line for spring work the *previous November*, they did not get the work done by mid-June and just stopped showing up. In short: as of 2019, they are extremely unreliable. Do not hire, because even if you hire them, they won't show up.
Tamiko Toland
Apr 28, 2018
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Great quality plants and guidance. Professional services also available, but they have supplies for do-it-yourselfers. Not the cheapest place in town, but wonderful selection and healthy plants.
Josephine Chu McAllister Md Faad
Nov 10, 2017
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Inspiring and unique landscape designs, attentive customer service and perfectly finished work that exceeds expectations every time! It is always a pleasure to work with David Fernandez and his creative team at Cayuga Landscape, who have completely transformed our surroundings to be aesthetically pleasing, safe and well lit, and whimsical and enjoyable for our family and friends. A lush, deer resistant, and low maintenance landscape strategy is possible even in our climate, with the expertise and caring work of the highly skilled team at Cayuga Landscape.
