Crosswater Landscape | Licensed Landscaping Services in Chilmark, MA
Chilmark, MA 02535
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my irrigation system's timer fails and my shrubs are dying?
This is a common issue in Chilmark, especially with older systems. First, manually water the affected shrubs deeply to mitigate stress. Then, contact us. We provide full irrigation design and construction services and can diagnose timer failures, often recommending upgrades to more reliable, weather-smart controllers. For the shrubs, our plant health care services include organic root feeding and precise disease and insect management to help them recover. We'll assess the overall health of your landscape to create a plan that addresses both the immediate irrigation failure and the long-term vitality of your plants.
Can you handle both the design and construction of a custom patio or outdoor living space?
Absolutely. As a design-build firm, we manage your project from the initial concept through to the final installation. Our design services translate your vision into a detailed plan, considering materials, flow, and how the space will be used. Our construction team then expertly executes that plan, handling everything from patio and walkway installation to building custom features like pergolas or outdoor showers. This integrated approach ensures the final result matches the design intent, is built to last with the island's weather in mind, and provides a seamless experience for you.
Do you grow your own plants, and how does that benefit my project?
Yes, we operate our own greenhouses and have cultivated strong relationships with local nurseries over our 30+ years in business. This gives us direct access to a diverse selection of high-quality, locally grown trees, shrubs, and perennials that are already acclimated to the Vineyard's coastal conditions. Using locally sourced plants means they establish faster, require less initial care, and are more likely to thrive long-term. For your project, this translates to healthier plantings from the start, more resilient landscaping, and a design that truly belongs in the Chilmark environment.
Business Overview
Crosswater Landscape is a full-service landscaping company based in Chilmark, Massachusetts, with over three decades of experience transforming properties on Martha's Vineyard. We operate as both a design-build firm and a plant nursery, managing our own greenhouses and leveraging extensive local grower connections to provide a wide selection of plants suited to the island's unique coastal climate. Our comprehensive services range from initial landscape design and hardscaping—including patios, walkways, and retaining walls—to ongoing maintenance, specialized tree care, and custom irrigation systems. We are particularly experienced with the environmental sensitivities of the Vineyard, having successfully completed projects involving dune reclamation and wetland replication. For us, a great landscape is one that is beautiful, functional, and built to thrive locally, whether it's a residential garden or a commercial property.
What the Company Handles
- Greenscape design
- Construction or installation
- Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
- Driveway construction or installation
- Landscape design
- Shrub planting

















