Ruppert Landscape

What Ruppert Landscape does

Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscaping services company headquartered in Laytonsville, Maryland, founded in 1971 and operating for over 50 years across the eastern and Midwestern United States. The company delivers two core service lines: landscape installation (partnering with general contractors and project owners on landscape, hardscape, irrigation and water management systems, and site structures) and ongoing landscape maintenance (mowing, turf care, pruning, landscape design and enhancements, irrigation management, and snow and ice management) for commercial property owners and managers. Operations run through 57 company-owned branches in 12 markets covering Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia, supported by 3,500+ employees.

Revenue is generated through project-based installation bids (general contractor and owner relationships) and recurring multi-year maintenance contracts with commercial property owners and managers, including portfolio clients in residential communities, commercial real estate, industrial properties, hotels and resorts, data centers, healthcare, education, museums, and sports venues. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific; no standardized public pricing exists. The go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales through regional branches, with growth driven overwhelmingly by acquisitions of established local commercial landscaping operators, whose founders typically roll equity and continue as partners. The company is privately held and backed by private equity firm Knox Lane.

The underlying technical and operating platform is rooted in field service execution rather than software product. Distinctive non-service infrastructure includes a 220 Kw ground-mounted solar farm installed in 2009 at the LEED-certified corporate campus (four buildings, 250+ campus employees), which fully offsets campus electrical demand (3,000,000 kWh lifetime output as of June 2022), water reclamation systems at several facilities, a hybrid vehicle fleet, and battery-powered 2-cycle equipment in select locations. The company also grows more than 100,000 wholesale trees on over 1,000 acres in Maryland and Virginia and operates an in-house training infrastructure including a Harvard Business School OPM executive partnership, Spanish leadership courses, and structured new field manager orientation. Approximately 12% of the workforce is family-related, and a partnership-equity path is extended to both existing employees and founders of acquired companies.

Name

Ruppert Landscape

Legal name

Ruppert Landscape, LLC

Website

https://ruppertlandscape.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscaping services company operating 57 branches across 11 states plus DC, providing landscape installation and ongoing maintenance, irrigation management, and snow and ice services to general contractors and commercial property owners and managers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (56173)

akta.pro primary industry

Landscape Installation (Plants, Sod & Soil) (HSAIABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Irrigation Systems Installation & Maintenance (IMAIAIAC), Landscape Grading, Drainage & Site Preparation (HSAIABAD), Garden Cleanups & Debris Removal (Bed-focused) (HSAIAFAJ)

Keywords

• Commercial landscaping services
• Landscape installation
• Landscape maintenance
• Irrigation water management
• Snow and ice management

Headquarters

HQ city

Laytonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices44 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Landscape Installation: Partnering with general contractors and owners to install landscapes, hardscapes, irrigation systems, amenities, and special structures.
2. Landscape Maintenance Services: Providing property owners and managers with reliable landscape maintenance, design and enhancements, irrigation management, and snow and ice management services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Ruppert Landscape provides full-service commercial landscaping across the eastern United States, partnering with general contractors and property owners to install landscapes, hardscapes, irrigation systems, site structures, and amenities, while delivering recurring landscape maintenance, design and enhancements, irrigation management, and snow and ice management services to commercial property owners and managers. Services are delivered through a 57-location direct branch network with crews operating from company-owned facilities.

Product overview

Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscaping service provider that operates as a unified platform offering two primary service categories: Landscape Installation and Landscape Maintenance. The Installation services include landscape installation, hardscape installation, irrigation and water management, and site structures. The Maintenance services include ongoing landscape maintenance, landscape design and enhancements, irrigation and water management, and snow and ice management. The company serves customers primarily throughout the eastern United States from multiple branch locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Landscape Installation Commercial landscape installation services including landscape installation, hardscape installation, irrigation and water management systems, and site structures construction. Delivered for general contractors on new construction and renovation projects and directly for property owners across the eastern United States.
• Landscape Maintenance Ongoing commercial landscape maintenance services including landscape maintenance, landscape design and enhancements, irrigation and water management, and snow and ice management. Provided under multi-year contracts to commercial property owners and managers.
• Hardscape Installation Installation of hardscape elements as part of commercial landscape construction projects.
• Irrigation and Water Management Installation Design and installation of irrigation and water management systems as part of commercial landscape installation projects.
• Site Structures Installation Installation of site structures and amenities as part of commercial landscape construction projects.
• Landscape Design and Enhancements Design and enhancement services provided to commercial property owners and managers as part of ongoing maintenance contracts.
• Irrigation and Water Management Maintenance Ongoing irrigation system management and water management services provided to commercial property owners and managers.
• Snow and Ice Management

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,500+ employees and growing through acquisition strategy
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Five Seasons Landscape ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 April 2026Columbus, Ohio-based commercial landscaping and snow removal company founded in 1997 by Bill Leidecker. Led by co-owner Steve Woods who joins Ruppert as partner and market leader. Company operates from east and west branch locations, marking Ruppert's entry into Ohio and 11th state.
• Landscapes UnlimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 March 2026Wilmington-based commercial landscaping company founded over 25 years ago by Todd McCabe. McCabe joins Ruppert as a partner and continues in active leadership role. The acquisition extends Ruppert's North Carolina footprint to include Wilmington while complementing existing operations in Apex, Charlotte, Durham, and Raleigh.
• Enviro-ScapescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2025Nashville-based landscaping company founded over 30 years ago. Acquisition expands Ruppert's presence in Nashville and builds on recent growth through acquisitions in South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia. Transaction strengthens national platform and regional capabilities.
• Greatscapes Property Management GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 August 2025Virginia-based landscaping company. Deal expands Ruppert Landscape's presence in Virginia and builds on regional growth including recent acquisitions in South Carolina and Florida.
• Lawnscapes, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 January 2025Panama City, Florida-based commercial landscaping company founded over 30 years ago by Joe Littleton. Serves Florida Panhandle including Gulf, Walton, Washington and Jackson counties. Acquisition aligns with Ruppert's strategic plan to partner with market leaders and expand into new geographies.
• Tree Amigos Outdoor ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 December 2023Florida-based commercial landscaping company serving the Greater Jacksonville and Orlando areas for nearly 24 years. Founded by Jim Proctor and Steve Nelson, operates as Green Orchid Landscape Services in Orlando market. Acquisition aligns with Ruppert's Florida growth strategy.
• Ocean Woods LandscapingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHilton Head Island, South Carolina-based landscaping company. Part of Ruppert's expansion into South Carolina market through acquisition of local market leaders.
• The Greenery of CharlestoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharleston, SC-based commercial landscape maintenance and installation provider owned and operated for 15 years by Andrew Dupps, with partners Dennis Hensley and Tom Murray. Serves Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, James Island, Johns Island, Kiawah Island, and Summerville with approximately 320 team members.
• Scott's LandscapingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState College, Pennsylvania-based leading commercial landscape company serving the central Pennsylvania region for 33 years. Founded and operated by industry veteran Scott Burk and wife Kimberly. Service offerings include commercial and residential maintenance, installation, erosion control, lawncare and snow removal.
• Pinnacle Erosion ControlcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired alongside Scott's Landscaping. Erosion control services including land preparation and seeding, expanding Ruppert's service capabilities.
• Food For The Poor (FFTP)minorOthersNonprofit organization that Ruppert has partnered with for over two decades to build homes, strengthen communities, and change lives in Jamaica. Part of company's community service and charitable giving initiatives.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BrightView Landscapes: BrightView is the largest US commercial landscaping provider, publicly traded and offering maintenance, installation, and snow services nationwide. It competes directly with Ruppert on enterprise contracts and is the most-referenced incumbent in the category.
• Davey Tree Expert Company: Davey Tree is a large, established provider of tree care, environmental services, and commercial landscape maintenance across the US. Overlap with Ruppert in commercial grounds care, arboriculture, and integrated landscape services makes it a relevant broader peer.
• Bartlett Tree Experts: Bartlett provides arboriculture, tree care, and landscape services to commercial and residential clients through a regional branch network. Comparable to Ruppert's tree-care and grounds maintenance offerings within commercial accounts.
• TruGreen: TruGreen is the largest US lawn care provider with a national branch network serving residential and commercial customers. While more skewed to lawn care than full-service landscape installation, it competes with Ruppert on commercial maintenance contracts.

Direct peers

• Yellowstone Landscape: Yellowstone is a commercial landscape maintenance and installation provider operating across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic with a similar multi-branch model and acquisition-driven growth. It is Ruppert's closest mid-market direct competitor.
• LandCare: LandCare is a commercial landscaping company serving multiple US regions through a branch-network model comparable to Ruppert's, focused on maintenance, installation, and irrigation services for commercial customers.
• Mainscape: Mainscape is a commercial landscape management company serving commercial properties, HOAs, and resort properties through regional branches. Directly comparable in services, customer base, and distribution model to Ruppert.
• Mariani Enterprises: Mariani is a multi-brand landscape services platform serving high-end residential and commercial customers in the Midwest and East Coast. Comparable in service breadth, customer profile, and family/employee-owned operating model.
• US Lawns: US Lawns is a franchised commercial landscape management network with a multi-branch delivery model serving commercial properties nationwide. Overlaps Ruppert in commercial maintenance, snow and ice, and irrigation management.

Others

• Asplundh Tree Expert: Asplundh is the largest vegetation management and tree-care company in North America, primarily serving utility customers. Adjacent peer that competes for commercial tree-care and grounds work and provides a benchmark for scale in the broader green-services industry.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UClg3mI3WCdZbgET0RNlABcA
• Facebookfacebook.com/RuppertLandscape
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ruppert-landscape
• Instagraminstagram.com/ruppertlandscape

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A7 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Ruppert Landscape