Irrigation is a critical infrastructure system within every landscape. Our managed irrigation planning supports plant health, adapts to site conditions, and promotes water efficiency while preserving the integrity of the overall design. From system design to seasonal calibration, our team brings expert planning, efficient technology, and trusted service to your property.
managed Landscape Irrigation Services
irrigation is essential infrastructure
A properly designed and professionally managed irrigation system is foundational to the health, stability, and long-term performance of your landscape. Inconsistent watering, poorly placed heads, or outdated controls can undermine even the most expertly planned planting design, leading to avoidable stress, decline, and costly corrections over time.
Because our irrigation services are fully integrated with landscape architecture and long-term property maintenance, each system reflects a detailed understanding of soil, grading, plant selection, and projected growth. Seasonal oversight and fine-tuning keep performance efficient and discreet, aligning water management with the ongoing stewardship of your property.
Because our irrigation services are fully integrated with landscape architecture and long-term property maintenance, each system reflects a detailed understanding of soil, grading, plant selection, and projected growth. Seasonal oversight and fine-tuning keep performance efficient and discreet, aligning water management with the ongoing stewardship of your property.
we offer the following irrigation system services
Our irrigation services address every stage of your system’s lifecycle, from custom design and professional installation to seasonal start-ups, winterization, repairs, and long-term performance monitoring. We integrate smart controllers, drip irrigation, water-use optimization, system upgrades, and detailed audits to ensure efficient coverage, reliable operation, and healthy landscapes across Greater Boston properties.
Irrigation System Design
Custom-designed systems tailored to planting plans, grading, and long-term landscape performance.
New System Installation
Professional installation ensuring precise coverage, efficient zoning, and dependable operation.
Irrigation System Expansions
Seamless system additions to support new plantings and evolving landscape layouts.
Spring Start-Ups & System Activation
Careful system reactivation, calibration, and testing for optimal seasonal performance.
Winterization & Blow-Out Services
Thorough winter preparation to protect pipes, valves, and components from freeze damage.
Custom-designed systems tailored to planting plans, grading, and long-term landscape performance.
New System Installation
Professional installation ensuring precise coverage, efficient zoning, and dependable operation.
Irrigation System Expansions
Seamless system additions to support new plantings and evolving landscape layouts.
Spring Start-Ups & System Activation
Careful system reactivation, calibration, and testing for optimal seasonal performance.
Winterization & Blow-Out Services
Thorough winter preparation to protect pipes, valves, and components from freeze damage.
System Repairs & Troubleshooting
Prompt diagnostics and repairs to restore efficiency and prevent landscape stress.
Smart Controller Installation & Programming
Advanced controllers programmed for weather-responsive, efficient water management.
Rain Sensor Installation
Automatic rain shutoff devices that prevent overwatering and conserve resources.
Water-Use Optimization
System adjustments that improve efficiency while maintaining plant health.
Drip Irrigation Systems for Gardens & Beds
Targeted drip systems delivering precise moisture to garden beds and specialty plantings.
Prompt diagnostics and repairs to restore efficiency and prevent landscape stress.
Smart Controller Installation & Programming
Advanced controllers programmed for weather-responsive, efficient water management.
Rain Sensor Installation
Automatic rain shutoff devices that prevent overwatering and conserve resources.
Water-Use Optimization
System adjustments that improve efficiency while maintaining plant health.
Drip Irrigation Systems for Gardens & Beds
Targeted drip systems delivering precise moisture to garden beds and specialty plantings.
Zone Adjustments & Coverage Improvements
Refined zoning and head placement to eliminate dry spots and overspray.
Leak Detection & Diagnostics
Comprehensive inspections to identify hidden leaks and system inefficiencies.
System Audits & Performance Reviews
Detailed evaluations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and long-term reliability.
Irrigation Retrofits & Upgrades
Modern upgrades that enhance performance, efficiency, and system longevity.
Flow Meter Installation & Monitoring
Optional flow monitoring to track usage and detect irregular water flow.
Refined zoning and head placement to eliminate dry spots and overspray.
Leak Detection & Diagnostics
Comprehensive inspections to identify hidden leaks and system inefficiencies.
System Audits & Performance Reviews
Detailed evaluations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and long-term reliability.
Irrigation Retrofits & Upgrades
Modern upgrades that enhance performance, efficiency, and system longevity.
Flow Meter Installation & Monitoring
Optional flow monitoring to track usage and detect irregular water flow.
is your irrigation system performing at its best?
Our free Irrigation evaluation provides an opportunity to review your system layout, water usage, and plant health needs. From there, we develop a tailored plan for efficient, reliable irrigation that supports long-term landscape performance.
our irrigation services are process-driven
Our irrigation process guides each project from concept to long-term performance. Each step is designed to ensure water is delivered efficiently, responsibly, and in alignment with your landscape’s design and needs.
1System Assessment or Site Review
We evaluate your existing irrigation infrastructure or review landscape plans to determine water demand, coverage requirements, system capacity, and long-term performance needs.
We evaluate your existing irrigation infrastructure or review landscape plans to determine water demand, coverage requirements, system capacity, and long-term performance needs.
2Design & Planning
Zones, head placement, drip lines, and controller specifications are carefully planned to coordinate with grading, plant material selection, soil conditions, and overall site requirements.
Zones, head placement, drip lines, and controller specifications are carefully planned to coordinate with grading, plant material selection, soil conditions, and overall site requirements.
3Installation or Service Work
Our technicians install or service system components with attention to efficiency, reliability, and minimal site disruption.
Our technicians install or service system components with attention to efficiency, reliability, and minimal site disruption.
4Programming & Calibration
Smart controllers, rain sensors, and watering schedules are programmed and calibrated for seasonal performance and responsible water use.
Smart controllers, rain sensors, and watering schedules are programmed and calibrated for seasonal performance and responsible water use.
5Ongoing Monitoring
When integrated with our property maintenance services, irrigation systems are reviewed and adjusted proactively throughout the growing season.
When integrated with our property maintenance services, irrigation systems are reviewed and adjusted proactively throughout the growing season.
what our clients say

“Exceptional vision coupled with practical advice. The team worked hard under difficult conditions, the job was done in a timely manner and the outcome surpassed my very high expectations.”
Kathy H.
West Roxbury, MA
“What a great company. The people we work with are responsive, knowledgeable and a delight to work with. They meet with us each year at the beginning of the season to understand our needs and they make sure they meet those needs.”
Helen S.
Concord, MA
“They listened to what we wanted and created an oasis where each month we saw different plants blooming with different colors. Our designer was a joy to work with and she truly taught us about plants and flowers through this experience.”
Jaimin P.
Sudbury, MA
“Their creative vision, thoroughness, and professionalism exceeds all expectations. Further, the Blade of Grass team is exceptionally friendly, responsive and easy-going.”
Lindsey M.
Dover, MA
“They gave me an accurate budget and timetable up front and pretty much stuck to it - much to my husband's delight. They are not pushy about their services which I truly appreciate and which is why I continue to use them for maintenance, new plantings etc. Would highly recommend them!”
Sunitha D.
Newton, MA
“a Blade of Grass was a joy to work with from beginning to end. They were focused on us the entire process from brainstorming, designing, selecting and installation. We love our new landscaped backyard and know you will too!”
Pamela D.
West Roxbury, MA
“a Blade of Grass transformed our front yard from a barren wasteland of wood chips to a stunningly gorgeous garden. In late 2012, we embarked on a major project to rebuild our backyard and add a pool and patio. The result far exceeded our expectations. Heather and her crew maintain all of our gardens throughout the year, and are very responsive to our questions and requests.”
John H.
Weston, MA
“When designing the space Tom considered every detail including privacy concerns, colors, the reuse of existing plants, our likes and dislikes, cost, placement and size of walkways and stairs, shape of pool deck and where snow would be plowed in the winter. The result is a yard we enjoy all year-round. Since its design, the maintenance team at a Blade of Grass has maintained the yard's beauty.”
Dave H.
Waltham, MA
“Joanna had an encyclopedic knowledge of every plant we looked at. The installation crew led by Joel was also terrific. In fact, despite oppressive heat, they removed some old stones in the way and used them to repair and extend a fallen wall - a really thoughtful touch that went above and beyond the plan.”
Betty T.
Lincoln, MA
serving irrigation clients throughout Greater Boston
We design and manage irrigation systems for properties in Needham, Dedham, Westwood, and across Greater Boston and the Cape. Our systems are calibrated to Massachusetts soil types and seasonal rainfall patterns, promoting plant health and water efficiency.
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Auburndale
Bedford
Belmont
Boston
Brookline
Cambridge
Carlisle
Bedford
Belmont
Boston
Brookline
Cambridge
Carlisle
Chatham
Chestnut Hill
Cohasset
Concord
Dedham
Dover
Duxbury
Chestnut Hill
Cohasset
Concord
Dedham
Dover
Duxbury
Falmouth
Framingham
Harwichport
Hyannis
Lexington
Lincoln
Mashpee
Framingham
Harwichport
Hyannis
Lexington
Lincoln
Mashpee
Medfield
Medford
Milton
Natick
Needham
Newton
Newton Centre
Medford
Milton
Natick
Needham
Newton
Newton Centre
Newtonville
Osterville
Provincetown
Sherborn
Somerville
Southborough
Sudbury
Osterville
Provincetown
Sherborn
Somerville
Southborough
Sudbury
Waban
Wayland
Wellesley
West Newton
Weston
Westwood
Winchester
Wayland
Wellesley
West Newton
Weston
Westwood
Winchester
frequently asked irrigation questions
1. How important is irrigation to the health of my landscape?
Irrigation plays a critical role in plant establishment, health, and longevity. Proper watering supports root development, flowering, and overall landscape performance.
2. Do you service systems you didn’t install?
Yes. While irrigation is most effective when integrated into our broader landscape work, we do evaluate and service existing systems.
3. Can you upgrade my system with smart technology?
Absolutely. We install smart controllers, rain sensors, and other efficiency upgrades to improve system performance and water use.
4. How often should my irrigation system be checked?
Systems should be reviewed seasonally at minimum. Properties enrolled in our maintenance program benefit from ongoing monitoring and adjustments.
5. Is it better to repair or replace an older system?
It depends on the system’s age and condition. In some cases, retrofitting is effective, but older systems may benefit from full replacement for efficiency and reliability.
plan ahead for the growing season
Irrigation challenges often surface gradually through dry spots, runoff, or inconsistent plant health. Addressing these issues early allows adjustments to be made before peak summer demand places stress on your landscape. A professional irrigation consultation provides clarity around system efficiency, water distribution, and long-term sustainability. We develop a clear path forward so your landscape receives consistent, precise care throughout the season.
learn about our design elements

Fall Displays

Paths & Walkways

Privacy Screenings

Water Features

Driveways & Approaches

Patios & Terraces

Pergolas & Pavilions

Decorative Wreaths

Custom Pools

Garden Ornaments

Fire Pits & Fireplaces

Vegetable Gardens

Shrubs & Hedges

Outdoor Dining

Gates & Fences

Stone Walls & Steps

Planters & Containers

Landscape Lighting

Window Boxes

Winter Decorations

Ornamental Grasses
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let’s create an irrigation plan for your landscape
Begin with a conversation about your property. Our team will evaluate site conditions, goals, and long-term priorities to determine the right next step.



















