Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Landscaping and Rooftop Garden Design in NYC
Founded in 1996 by Todd Nappi, our company has established itself as a premier full-service landscape and garden design firm serving Manhattan, NYC, and the Tri-State area. With over 25 years of hands-on experience in horticulture and landscape construction, we specialize in transforming urban spaces into functional, sustainable outdoor environments. Our expertise spans rooftop gardens, penthouse terraces, townhouse rear yards, and commercial landscapes, incorporating advanced drip irrigation systems, landscape lighting, and custom carpentry. As a family-run business, we maintain a commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovative design, and client collaboration.Our team includes certified professionals with backgrounds in arboriculture and landscape architecture, ensuring technical precision alongside aesthetic excellence. We serve both private property owners and industry professionals, offering subcontracting services for landscape architects and builders. Our proprietary methods in garden installation and maintenance reflect decades of refinement, supported by a dedicated workshop for custom planter fabrication. Recognized for reliability and expertise, we have become a trusted resource for complex urban landscaping projects requiring precision and creativity.
Services
Rooftop Gardens
Landscape Design
Drip Irrigation
Landscape Lighting
Custom Planters
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized experience in NYC urban landscaping
- Family-owned business with hands-on owner involvement
- Proprietary methods for durable, low-maintenance landscapes
- Trusted subcontractor for landscape architects and builders
- In-house custom planter fabrication capabilities
What people say
Stunning rooftop transformations
Expertise in drip irrigation
Reliable and professional team
Creative space optimization
Durable custom planters
Services
Rooftop Gardens
Transform urban rooftops into functional green spaces with our comprehensive installation services. We handle structural assessment, waterproofing, plant selection, and irrigation integration. Our designs maximize usable space while ensuring building safety and code compliance. Clients benefit from reduced urban heat effect and increased property value through sustainable, low-maintenance rooftop ecosystems.
Drip Irrigation
Precision irrigation solutions tailored to NYC's unique climate challenges. Our systems deliver water directly to plant roots, reducing waste by 50% while promoting deeper root growth. We install smart controllers that adjust watering schedules based on weather conditions, ensuring optimal plant health with minimal water usage.
Landscape Design
Custom outdoor space planning incorporating Asian garden principles and modern horticultural practices. Our designs balance aesthetics with functionality, creating year-round usable spaces that complement architectural styles. We provide detailed renderings and material specifications for seamless implementation.
Custom Planters
Handcrafted IPE hardwood planters built to withstand NYC's weather extremes. Available in standard and custom dimensions, these durable containers feature drainage systems and root barriers for optimal plant health. Ideal for rooftops, terraces, and commercial properties requiring long-lasting green infrastructure.
Landscape Lighting
Energy-efficient LED lighting systems that enhance safety and aesthetics after dark. Our designs highlight architectural features and landscape elements while maintaining practical illumination for outdoor living spaces. Systems include dimming options and smart controls for customizable ambiance.
People
Todd Nappi
Founder & Master Gardener
With 25+ years in horticulture, Todd established New York Plantings in 1996. He holds a Cornell University horticulture degree and is a certified arborist. His expertise in urban landscaping and drip irrigation systems drives the company's technical innovation.
Questions
What areas do you serve for landscaping projects?
We serve Manhattan, NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, and Eastern Pennsylvania for residential and commercial projects.
Do you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we offer full-service landscaping including design, installation, and ongoing maintenance programs.
Are your irrigation systems energy efficient?
Our drip irrigation systems use 30-50% less water than traditional sprinklers while maintaining optimal plant health.
Can you work with existing landscape architects?
We frequently subcontract for landscape architects, providing expert installation and maintenance services for their designs.
What makes your custom planters unique?
Our in-house workshop crafts durable IPE hardwood planters specifically engineered for NYC rooftop conditions.
