Drainage Site Analysis Check List Perk Test to determine infiltration rates (see the drainage site analysis check list) Probe/Rod with hammer sleeve to ascertain depth and location of bedrock Soil Probe (3 foot length) for…
Integrating nature, technology & design to construct sustainable landscape systems. A vision of our future beyond BMP's Conservation Practices for soil & water including absorption gardens featuring bio cells and terra forming. Gardening with storm…
By integrating organics, sound ecological landscape practices and adaptive management techniques we are on our way to create, build and maintain sustainable landscape systems. We can work together to develop a program for producing a…
This year our biggest growth area/department has been our 'General Contracting & Construction Division.' In addition to the usual extensive excavation, drainage/waterproofing, masonry, driveway/road construction and repair we were engaged in custom carpentry, remodeling, electric,…
John Jay Landscape Development is one of the leading advocates for organic gardening, ecological restoration and landscaping with native plants on the East Coast. Tune into the vital stream of life by not ignoring the distress…
Once a landscape plan is accepted by a client and permit work is approved (if applicable, see upcoming permitting issues), the next critically important first step is to call Dig Safely to locate/mark utilities. Then…
It is our commitment to provide and execute landscape design development plans to conform with the Sustainable Site Initiative (SSI) guidelines. It is our design directive to conserve, preserve and protect all natural resources on…
Why plant a high maintenance, unsustainable, ecologically and economically unfriendly lawn when beautiful native plants will more than do! Call us at John Jay Landscape Development, 914-232-0399.
Intercepting storm water runoff from roadway, native plants are used as a bio-filter to biologically clean contaminants such as gas and oil from the road while simultaneously creating an aesthetically beautiful garden. Come learn how…
One of our greatest challenges to successful sustainable landscaping is soil compaction. The capacity for plant growth is limited by its access to the precious resources necessary to sustain life and growth. "Clean Water, Air,…