How do you help us choose the right plants and trees for our property?

We don’t guess. We look at sun exposure, soil conditions, drainage, slope, spacing, and how the area is used. Then we recommend trees, shrubs, and plantings that fit your property and your goals—whether you want more privacy, color, shade, structure, or low-maintenance landscaping. Our job is to place everything where it has the best chance to thrive and look right long term.

When is the best time to install plants and trees?

Spring and fall are usually the best times for most plant and tree installation work in the Hudson Valley, but some projects can also be done during other parts of the season depending on weather and site conditions. We’ll let you know the best timing for your property, because wet ground, heavy rain, or extreme heat can affect installation and root establishment.

Do you handle both the design and the installation?

Yes. We can work from your ideas, notes, or sketches, or we can help shape the layout with you. If needed, we’ll visit the site, talk through options, and give you a clear plan for placement and installation. Our team is used to building landscapes that not only look good on day one, but also grow in properly over time.

What does your estimate process look like?

Most projects start with a call. You can tell us what you want done and send over photos, dimensions, or a simple sketch if you have one. We review the information, give you a rough cost range, and schedule a site visit when needed. After that, we provide a formal quote and timing based on the scope of work and current conditions. We keep communication straightforward so you know what to expect.

Will the installation damage my lawn or existing landscape?

We take care to protect your property and keep the job clean and organized. With an experienced 28-person team and the right equipment for the work, we can install efficiently while limiting unnecessary disruption. Some disturbance can happen depending on access, grading, or the size of the trees being installed, but we plan the work carefully and talk through that with you before the job starts.

Why should I trust Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc for plant and tree installation?

We’ve been serving the Hudson Valley since 1987 as a family-owned company, and we’ve built our reputation by showing up prepared, communicating clearly, and doing the work right. Our team handles premium outdoor projects across the region, and we focus on long-term results—not quick installs that struggle later. If you want a planting project done with care and professional placement, call Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc at (845) 288-4207 to get started.

Plant & Tree Installation | Red Cedar Landscapes

Planting trees and shrubs sounds simple, but getting long-term results takes more than digging a hole and dropping something in the ground. At Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc, we install plants and trees with the full property in mind—sun, shade, drainage, soil conditions, spacing, mature size, and how the landscape will look and function over time. The goal is not just a nice install on day one. The goal is healthy growth, strong structure, and a landscape that adds color, privacy, shade, and curb appeal for years to come.

We have been serving the Hudson Valley since 1987, and our team understands how local conditions affect plant performance. From estate properties to residential landscapes and commercial sites, we help customers choose the right plant material for the right location. That matters in a place like the Hudson and Catskill region, where seasonal weather, wet areas, slope, wind, and soil variation can all affect how well a tree or planting bed establishes.

What our plant and tree installation service includes

We handle new landscape planting for many types of projects, including foundation plantings, privacy screens, ornamental tree planting, shade tree installation, entry plantings, island beds, property line buffering, and full landscape upgrades. We can install a single specimen tree, refresh overgrown beds, or build out a complete planting plan that ties into the rest of your landscape and hardscape.

Common installations include:

Shade trees for comfort, screening, and long-term property value
Ornamental trees for seasonal color, flowers, and visual interest
Evergreen trees and shrubs for privacy and year-round structure
Flowering shrubs and accent plants for layered color and texture
Foundation plantings that soften the home and frame the architecture
Buffer plantings for property lines, roads, and neighboring views
Bed renovation with new plant layout, edging, and mulch
Replacement of dead, damaged, or poorly placed plant material

Why proper plant placement matters

One of the biggest mistakes we see is poor placement. A tree may be too close to the house, planted under utility lines, crowded into other root zones, or placed in soil that holds too much water. Shrubs are often installed too tightly, which makes the bed look full at first but creates maintenance and health problems later. We plan for mature size, root development, airflow, sight lines, and maintenance access so your landscape has room to grow in the right way.

Expert placement also helps prevent common issues like blocked windows, heaving roots near walks, weak growth, disease pressure from overcrowding, and expensive transplanting later. When trees and shrubs are installed where they belong from the start, they establish better and require fewer corrections down the road.

Our process

Our process is straightforward. Most customers start by calling us to discuss the project. You can send over ideas, sketches, photos, or a description of what you want to improve. We review the information, talk through options, and provide a rough cost range. If needed, we schedule a visit to walk the property, evaluate grade, drainage, exposure, existing landscaping, and access for equipment and materials.

After that, we refine the scope, recommend plant options, and provide a formal quote. Once approved, we schedule the work based on the site conditions and weather. Timing matters with planting, especially when soil is too wet or conditions are not right for clean installation. We set realistic expectations, communicate clearly, and complete the work with care.

How we install for long-term success

Good installation is about more than appearance. We pay attention to base conditions, planting depth, spacing, bed definition, and finishing detail. Trees and shrubs need to be set at the proper height, with root flare considered, and placed in a way that supports healthy establishment. We also look at grading and drainage around the planting area, since standing water or runoff can shorten the life of even high-quality plant material.

Our experienced crew uses the right equipment for the size of the job, which helps us work efficiently while protecting the property as much as possible. With 28 team members and a fleet of more than 30 vehicles and machines, we are equipped to handle both small residential installs and large-scale landscape projects. If your site also needs grading, cleanup, mulch installation, or coordination with hardscaping, we can manage that as part of the bigger picture.

Planting design that fits your property

Every property is different. Some customers want low-maintenance shrubs and evergreens that stay clean and simple. Others want layered beds with flowering plants, ornamental grasses, and four-season interest. Some need privacy planting to block a road or neighboring property. Others want shade trees placed to improve comfort and frame outdoor living areas. We help you think through the practical side as well as the visual side, so the finished landscape looks balanced and works for the way you use the property.

We can also match new plantings to existing landscape features, including patios, walkways, retaining walls, lawn areas, drainage improvements, and front entry layouts. That creates a more unified look and keeps the landscape from feeling pieced together over time.

Local experience you can trust

Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc is a family-owned company built on doing the work right and communicating clearly. Steve Relyea started the company the old-school way, and even after more than 40 years in the field, he still values walking properties, consulting with clients, and making sure the plan matches real site conditions. That hands-on mindset shows in our work. We do not guess, rush, or overpromise. We give honest recommendations and build landscapes that are meant to perform through Hudson Valley seasons.

Customers across Hyde Park, Columbia County, and the greater Hudson Valley trust us because we bring experience, proper equipment, and a crew that takes pride in clean execution. Whether we are installing one specimen tree or completing a full landscape planting, we focus on long-term results, not shortcuts.

Benefits of professional plant and tree installation

Better plant health and stronger establishment
Smarter spacing based on mature growth
Improved curb appeal and property value
Shade, privacy, screening, and seasonal color
Reduced risk of drainage and placement problems
A landscape that looks cohesive, balanced, and well planned
Clear communication from quote to completion

When to call us

If your landscape feels bare, outdated, overgrown, or unbalanced, a smart planting upgrade can make a major difference. Plant and tree installation is also a strong option when you have a new home, a recent hardscape project, storm loss, dead shrubs, poor screening, or areas that need more structure and color. We can help you improve a front yard, backyard, side yard, entry area, or full property.

If you are ready to add lasting beauty, shade, and structure to your landscape, we would be glad to help. Call Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc at (845) 288-4207 to discuss your project. You can also reach out with your ideas, photos, or a sketch, and we will walk you through the next steps. From our office at 1560 State Rte 9G, Hyde Park, NY 12538, we proudly serve customers throughout the Hudson Valley with professional planting work built to last.

We make planting simple and done right, from the first call to the final walkthrough. Our process is built around smart plant selection, proper site prep, and clean installation that gives your landscape the best chance to thrive in Hudson Valley conditions.

Site Walk & Planting Plan

We start with a call to discuss your goals, plant list, or sketch, then schedule a site visit to assess sun, drainage, grades, soil, and spacing. We recommend the right trees and shrubs for long-term health, provide a rough cost, and follow with a clear quote and planting plan.

Scheduling & Professional Prep

Once approved, we schedule your install around weather and site conditions, since wet soil can affect digging, grading, and root health. Before planting day, our crew marks layout, organizes materials, and prepares each location so the installation goes smoothly and cleanly.

Installation, Finish & Walkthrough

Our crew installs each tree and plant at the proper depth with careful placement, clean bed shaping, and attention to drainage and structure. We finish with mulch, watering, and a final walkthrough so you know what was planted, how it was placed, and how to care for it after we leave.