Business Details
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Syracuse, NY
At Sollecito Landscaping Nursery, we have dedicated ourselves to transforming residential landscapes for over five decades. Our team of Lifetime Senior NYS Certified Landscape Professionals combines advanced technical expertise with a passion for sustainable horticulture, offering tailored solutions for homeowners seeking low-maintenance, pesticide-reduced outdoor spaces. We specialize in residential landscape installation, providing over 800 varieties of hardy shrubs, trees, and perennials carefully selected for Central New York's unique soil conditions.Our innovative DIY design services empower homeowners with personalized hand-drawn plans, complete with shopping lists and step-by-step instructions. Recognized with 23 state awards for residential design excellence, we maintain an extensive display garden showcasing plant growth cycles and seasonal transformations. Our commitment to ongoing education ensures our team remains at the forefront of landscape science and sustainable practices, delivering exceptional results that balance aesthetic beauty with environmental responsibility.
Services
Residential Landscape Installation
DIY Design Kits
Plant Sales
Landscape Consultation
Sustainable Planting
Garden Transformation
Professional Pruning
Tree Installation
Perennial Selection
Organic Landscaping
Highlights and features
- We have 52 years of specialized landscaping experience in Central New York
- Our team includes Lifetime Senior NYS Certified Landscape Professionals
- We offer over 800 plant varieties specifically selected for CNY conditions
- We provide personalized DIY design kits with professional drawings and instructions
- We've won 23 state awards for residential landscaping excellence
Associations and certifications
- NYS Certified Landscape Professionals
What people say
Beautiful yard
Exceptional teamwork
Superior knowledge
Transformation of our backyard
Stunning landscaping
Services
Residential Landscape Installation
Our professional installation service transforms outdoor spaces using sustainable practices and plants suited for Central New York conditions. Certified experts create customized designs that balance aesthetics with low-maintenance requirements. Each project incorporates organic controls and hardy plant selections that reduce long-term upkeep while enhancing property value through beautiful, functional outdoor living areas.
DIY Design Kits
Personalized design kits empower homeowners to implement professional landscaping plans at their own pace. Customers receive detailed drawings, plant lists, and step-by-step instructions tailored to their specific property dimensions and budget. The $198 kit includes a $50 gift certificate toward plant purchases, making it an accessible option for phased implementation of larger landscape projects.
Plant Sales
We offer over 800 varieties of hardy shrubs, trees, and perennials carefully selected for Central New York's climate and soil conditions. Our inventory includes both organic and conventional options, featuring signature plants unavailable elsewhere. The nursery's extensive display gardens allow customers to see mature plant specimens before making purchasing decisions for their own landscapes.
Professional Consultation
Certified professionals provide expert guidance for homeowners seeking to improve their outdoor spaces. Staff assist with plant selection, design concepts, and maintenance strategies during in-person consultations at our garden center. The team's combined expertise includes specialized knowledge of deer-resistant plants, slope stabilization techniques, and four-season landscape planning.
Sustainable Landscaping
Our environmentally conscious approach emphasizes reduced pesticide use and water-efficient planting schemes. Certified professionals implement organic controls and recommend native plant species that thrive with minimal intervention. Sustainable practices include soil health management, proper plant placement, and long-term maintenance planning that reduces environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
People
Jim Sollecito
Owner
Founder with 52 years of experience, Cornell University graduate in Ornamental Horticulture, and first Lifetime Senior NYS Certified Landscape Professional in the state. Maintains a 6-acre garden center and 177 nursery acres.
Megan Sollecito
Owner
45-year company veteran specializing in DIY homeowner guidance. Lifetime Senior NYS Certified Landscape Professional dedicated to natural beauty and low-maintenance landscaping solutions. Regular gardening columnist for 55Plus magazine.
Miles Davis
Landscape Foreman
22-year veteran directing installation crews. Skaneateles native with expertise in tree care and client relations. Combines technical skill with passion for sharing landscaping knowledge with both clients and team members.
Dan Tielbaard
Landscape Foreman
7-year team member with specialized pruning expertise. SUNY Oswego graduate skilled in landscape installation techniques. Balances technical precision with creative plant shaping to maintain both plant health and aesthetic appeal.
Eric Johnson
Head Drafter
5-year veteran transforming design concepts into detailed plans. SU BFA graduate with artistic expertise in landscape visualization. Maintains personal gardens while performing as a professional stand-up comedian in local venues.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide residential landscape installation, DIY design kits, plant sales, professional consultation, and sustainable landscaping solutions tailored to Central New York conditions.
How does the DIY design kit work?
Our $198 kit includes personalized drawings, plant lists, and step-by-step instructions based on your photos, measurements, and budget. Includes a $50 gift certificate for plant purchases.
Are your landscapers certified professionals?
Yes, our team includes Lifetime Senior NYS Certified Landscape Professionals with ongoing education and testing to maintain advanced industry credentials.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Central New York including Syracuse, Camillus, Baldwinsville, Manlius, Skaneateles, Cicero, Elbridge, Liverpool, Marcellus, and Fayetteville.
Do you offer payment plans or financing?
While we don't offer direct financing, our phased implementation approach and DIY options provide flexible budgeting solutions for landscaping projects of all sizes.
What makes your nursery unique?
We offer over 800 plant varieties specifically selected for CNY conditions, including signature plants unavailable elsewhere, with display gardens showing mature growth patterns.
