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The Ultimate Guide to Landscape Installation Services in Nutley, NJ
Landscape installation is more than just improving how a property looks; it’s about creating functional, sustainable, and visually appealing outdoor spaces that enhance everyday living. For homeowners and businesses in Nutley, NJ, professional landscape installation...
Jersey City Landscaping for Urban Dog Park in Luxury High Rise
Recently, Hufnagel Landscaping completed the construction of a modern rooftop dog park for a luxury residential high-rise in Jersey City. Designed as a convenient outdoor amenity for residents and their pets, the space features a durable artificial grass running area...
Reliable Snow Removal & Landscape Maintenance for Northern New Jersey Urban Residential Communities
Last winter’s heavy snowstorms put many residential communities across New Jersey to the test, and Hufnagel Landscaping was ready to respond. From early morning snow clearing to ongoing ice management…
Low-Maintenance Landscape Design in Montclair NJ Guide
Creating a beautiful yard that requires minimal upkeep is possible with the right design approach. At Hufnagel Landscaping, we specialize in landscape design services in Montclair, NJ, that save homeowners time while maintaining curb appeal. By integrating durable...
Smart Landscape Design Tips for Montclair Homeowners
A well-designed landscape doesn’t just boost curb appeal—it transforms your yard into a destination. In Montclair, NJ, where charming homes and vibrant outdoor lifestyles are common, investing in professional landscape design is one of the best ways to enhance your...
4 Benefits of Landscape Installation Services in Montclair, NJ
Investing in landscape installation services in Montclair, NJ is one of the best ways to enhance your property's aesthetic and functional appeal. Whether you're a homeowner, property manager, or business owner, a professionally designed outdoor space offers long-term...
Hufnagel Sponsors Community Spring Events 2025
Happy Spring 2025! Hufnagel Landscaping Design and Construction is proud to again sponsor the Hoboken Family Alliance’s Spring Fling Egg Hunt, and the Hoboken Historical Museum’s Annual Secret Gardens Tour. We enjoy giving back to the communities we serve so we can...
Earth Day 2024
In 2024 we had the pleasure of donating all the plants for the Earth Day celebration events in Hoboken New Jersey. We are looking forward to celebrating Earth day this year on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.Schedule Your Landscape Installation Service Today! Ready to...
Drainage for your landscaping project
The days are getting longer and winter’s grasp has the landscape gripping with potential. With just enough time before spring to consider the urban backyard’s landscape design potential the first thing we as landscape design professionals think about is the last thing...
Time Lapsed Landscaping Video in Hoboken New Jersey
Watch this amazing 50 second, time lapsed, recording of one of our latest landscaping projects in Hoboken. The completed project here on the right and the video is below. Many thanks to the owner for doing this!Schedule Your Landscape Installation Service Today! Ready...
Hufnagel Landscaping Featured in Turf Magazine
Read the latest article about Hufnagel Landscaping featured in Turf Magazine.Schedule Your Landscape Installation Service Today! Ready to transform your outdoor space with expert landscape installation servicesJ? Contact Hufnagel Landscaping Inc. today to schedule a...
Keep Your Pavers Beautiful all Winter
While we hate to be the bearers of bad news, this winter is looking pretty treacherous. At least six different weather outlets that we trust are calling for above-normal amounts of precipitation this winter. Whether that comes in the form of snow or ice, the weather...
Your Urban Backyard Garden Lighting Guide
Fall is in full swing now. But with your firepit up and running (click here for more info on that), you can still enjoy your back yard. Of course, it gets dark much earlier now, so what you need is lighting to create the exact ambience you want for your space. As the...
Herbs You Can Grow in Small Spaces
Just because you may live in a small space without a lot of room for a garden, that doesn’t mean you have to go without fresh herbs for cooking. You can grow enough herbs to create amazing dishes, all in pots on your windowsill or deck. Here are 10 herbs you can grow...
Make Watering Your Garden Plants Easier
The long hot days of summer are upon us. With temperatures often skyrocketing above 90, and the sun blazing down on your garden, it will need water—not too much and not too little, but just enough. But if you work long days, or if you’re away on vacation, sometimes...
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Jersey City Landscaping for Urban Dog Park in Luxury High Rise
Recently, Hufnagel Landscaping completed the construction of a modern rooftop dog park for a luxury residential high-rise in Jersey City. Designed as a convenient outdoor amenity for residents and their pets, the space features a durable artificial grass running area...
A Fresh Start to an Urban Oasis
This urban backyard in Jersey City, New Jersey had an old fence and bare ground. The owner wanted a dynamic multi-use, low maintenance area to enjoy with family and friends. We divided the space with artificial turf on one side and a stepped blue stone grid on the...
Urban Hardscaping with Style
A herring bone inlay brick pattern defines the bluestone hardscape in this urban backyard renovation. A native dogwood tree was added to bring shade and privacy for years to come. Curved raised beds with bluestone caps add extra seating for casual parties around the...
Brownstone Outdoor Living Space
A rare 25 foot wide Brownstone allows the owners to create a complete outdoor living space with room to spare. The hard-scaped, outdoor, kitchen/bar and flatscreen entertainment area, seamlessly extends the living area of this majestic Brownstone. Breezing by the...
Hufnagel Landscapes Urban Elegance
The developers of this luxury apartment community entrusted the staff at Hufnagel Landscaping and Construction Group to build the outdoor amenity spaces on time and on budget. They where thrilled to collaborate on the final touches to perfect the shared outdoor...
Just started new project for Stevens University
Hufnagel Landscaping and Construction is proud to join with Stevens University in Hoboken New Jersey to restore and upgrade the landscape and walkways around the historic DeBaun Auditorim. Founded in 1870, it is one of the oldest technological universities in the...
A Winter Landscaping Project is Ready for Spring
It was wintertime when our crews at Hufnagel Landscaping and Construction started this small urban backyard renovation. Our crews at Hufnagel Landscaping and Construction can work year round weather permitting. First off the existing stark white plastic fence needed...
Luxury Apartment Courtyard Landscaping Project
This could be our largest project to date, providing a private outdoor space for a 309-unit luxury rental building. Located in Downtown Jersey City, this 21,000-square-foot courtyard features a pool, sundeck, gas barbecue area with circular pergola, hardscaping,...
From Rooftop Landscape Concept to Completion and Beyond
The east end of the rooftop deck was the perfect place for an outdoor dining area. Our craftsmen designed and made the custom ipe wood corner benches to fit the space perfectly and last forever. The rooftop western view turned out to be a great place for the...
Condo Community Rooftop Paradise
This Jersey City Luxury Condo wanted residents to share a large private common rooftop with amenities for families and social events. Hufnagel Landscaping was thrilled to complete the project which included a playground, pergolas, plantings, artificial turf, BBQ,...
Urban Custom Outdoor Wood-Fired Pizza Oven Palazzo
This “pie in the sky” pizza dream sets the stage for a classic night of food and fun with family and friends. The wood fired pizza oven overlooks the dinning table and outdoor kitchen in this rustic style hardscaped backyard. The urban patio is inclosed with European...
Creative Bluestone and Urban Backyard Landscaping
This complex project required detailed diagrams and architectural renderings. Unique materials combined with excellent craftsmanship creates a timeless, modern, architectural, landscape. Stainless steel railings guide the visitor down into an artistic, bluestone laced...
Pool Installation with Crane
This home owner wanted a pool and a pool deck with privacy pergolas the neighbors would love. The crew at Hufnagel prepared the pool foundation and guided the crane operator to a soft landing of the completed pool. Then the pool deck hardscape was completed and the...
Urban Backyard Remote Office Music Studio
This client needed a quiet space to work without disturbing the family. The solution was a remote office space separate from the main townhome. Hufnagel Design and Construction was thrilled to complete this landscaping project complete with a natural wood sided music...
Spiral Staircase to a New Landscape
An initial thumbnail sketch was enough to inspire this happy client to commit to a full landscaping renovation of their small urban backyard space. A rare spiral staircase leads to the new fenced in extended outdoor living space with lots of privacy and entertaining...
Planting for a Shaded Landscape Project
A majestic old maple tree has shaded this secret side yard for over one hundred years and the owner wanted to be sure it would provide shade for another 100 years. Hufnagel Landscaping designed and installed a new enchanted landscape to feature it. Hufnagel created a...
Urban Landscaping with Plants
Nothing could be saved from the original backyard except for the gas grill. With an empty canvas the client wanted plants to enjoy all summer and a new solid wood fence for warmth and privacy. A detailed plant list was reviewed and the Hufnagel team went to work...
Urban Outdoor Living Room
This outdoor living room with horizontal cedar fencing and a bluestone capped bar, sets the stage for private evenings relaxing and unwinding from a long day at the desk. A custom dog step was included for the house pet to roam the plantings and join the party!View...
A Bird’s Eye View of a Recent Landscaping Project
The Hufnagel flock descended in a flurry to transform this overgrown, muddy urban backyard. The classic turf was added for the owner's Great Dane to chase butterflies and play with the children. A corner raised planting bed and pea pebble lined bluestone walkway add...
Urban Landscaping with Correct Drainage
This small urban backyard in Hoboken, New Jersey needed proper drainage and a full renovation. Hufnagel Landscaping and Construction is ready for any size project from commercial to urban residential. Once the drainage issue was addressed with the location and...
Drainage for your landscaping project
The days are getting longer and winter’s grasp has the landscape gripping with potential. With just enough time before spring to consider the urban backyard’s landscape design potential the first thing we as landscape design professionals think about is the last thing...
Our Largest Project to date
Greetings and Happy June! The official vernal equinox of Summer is almost here. As we enter our 75th year of business we are proud to share a look at our largest and most recent project to date. This urban, community, public space includes plantings, hardscape, a dog...
Beautifying the Garden of an Historic Building
What better way for a local landscaping contractor to help beautify the community than to put its talents to work on a garden project at the library? That’s exactly what Hufnagel Landscape Design and Construction Group did for the Hoboken Public Library. The Friends...