Landscape designer in Islip, NY

Properties south of Montauk Highway in Bay Shore and West Islip sit close to the Great South Bay, where the water table can be shallow and low-lying lots collect runoff that has nowhere to go. Sandy soil drains fast at the surface but can hold water at depth in these areas. We assess the drainage conditions on the specific property before designing any landscape element, and we address water movement first.

Tall fescue and fine fescue varieties perform well in the Islip area because they tolerate both sandy, fast-draining soil and salt exposure from the bay. These varieties also handle the temperature swings common in coastal Long Island better than more sensitive grass types. We evaluate the specific sun exposure and soil conditions on your property before recommending sod or seeding.

Artificial turf is a strong option for Islip-area homeowners dealing with sandy soil that struggles to support natural grass, salt air exposure, or high-traffic areas where natural turf thins out. It holds up in coastal conditions without the ongoing maintenance demands of natural grass. We install it over a properly prepared base with drainage built in to handle the water table conditions in this area.

Yes, but the design must account for the shallow water table in low-lying blocks near the bay. Retaining walls in these areas require enhanced drainage design with larger aggregate zones behind the wall and pipe systems that move water away from the structure efficiently. We design drainage specifically for each property based on its position relative to the water table.