Mauricio Castillo, landscaper
CSC Estate Care, East Hampton

How much does landscaping cost out here?
Contracts run anywhere from $7,000 to $55,000 just for mowing, weeding, and trimming. My highest customer is $95,000 for a season. There’s people that don’t even blink an eye when they buy a tree for $35,000. They’ll buy six or seven.

Do people get uppity about their lawns?
Absolutely. It’s like a competition. They freak out.

Why do you think women like gardeners so much?
I don’t think it’s the gardeners so much as the personal trainers or tennis pros. Those are the guys that are getting it. There’s definitely desperate housewives around, but they’re not going for the gardeners. We try to look somewhat professional. Our shirts are always on.