Greenleaf Landscapes

What Greenleaf Landscapes does

Greenleaf Landscapes, Inc. is a privately held Ohio corporation founded in 1977 that operates as a vertically integrated landscape design/build firm and garden center retailer serving the Mid Ohio Valley across Ohio and West Virginia. The company is headquartered at 414 Muskingum Drive, Marietta, Ohio, with a second garden center at 340 Columbus Road, Athens, Ohio, and a dedicated compost facility at 800 S.R. 821, Marietta. It employs over 90 professionals with more than 450 combined years of landscape experience, including designers, two degreed landscape architects, a landscape horticulturist, a plant and soil specialist, and state- and nationally certified landscape technicians. Greenleaf has accumulated 1,694,879+ hours worked without an accident or injury and has received the NALP No Vehicle Accidents, No Days Away from Work Award for twelve consecutive years.

The company's revenue is generated across four interconnected streams: (1) residential landscape design and installation (custom concrete paver patios, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and fire pits, low voltage landscape lighting, Rainbird irrigation, plantings, pruning and mulching, seeding and sodding) billed via project-based contracting, (2) commercial contracting for contractors, architects, and property owners (commercial mowing, retaining walls, water features, hardscape installation) also project-based with multi-year contracts, (3) retail garden center sales of annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and gardening supplies across two physical locations, and (4) bulk material and compost operations including mulch, decorative stone, limestone, topsoil, sand, compost, and tiered yard waste dumping fees at the compost farm. Customers reach the business through direct-to-consumer channels (two retail garden centers, main office phone, web contact form) and a sales-led go-to-market for landscaping projects with on-site consultations and estimates from professional designers and landscape architects.

Greenleaf operates with a horizontal segmentation approach targeting residential homeowners and commercial property owners as primary segments, with general contractors and architects as a secondary persona. Marketing channels are predominantly organic, relying on a website with project galleries, an industry awards profile, and word-of-mouth referrals; there are no disclosed digital advertising programs or app-based platforms. Distribution is regional and direct, with on-site service delivery and bulk material delivery within the Mid Ohio Valley. The company has received multiple regional and national industry recognitions, including a 2019 NALP Silver Award of Excellence, Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association Project of the Year and Grand Award in 2018 and 2019, and the 2021 NAHB/Builders Mutual SAFE first-place award. There are no subsidiaries, no parent company, no funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no disclosed executive leadership beyond General Manager Dave Fleming.

Name

Greenleaf Landscapes

Legal name

Greenleaf Landscapes, Inc.

Website

https://greenleaflandscapes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Greenleaf Landscapes is a privately held Ohio-based landscape design/build firm and garden center retailer founded in 1977, serving residential homeowners and commercial property owners across the Mid Ohio Valley via two garden center locations, on-site contracting services, and a compost/bulk material operation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730), Landscape Architectural Services (541320)

SIC

Agricultural Services (700), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Landscape Design (HSAIABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Landscape Installation (Plants, Sod & Soil) (HSAIABAB), Landscape Renovation & Re-Design (Yard Makeovers) (HSAIABAC), Garden Bed Installation & Planting (Annuals, Perennials, Shrubs) (HSAIAFAB), Seasonal Color & Flower Rotation (Spring/Fall Plantings) (HSAIAFAE), Landscape Architecture & Site Design (BPAHAKAC), Garden Cleanups & Debris Removal (Bed-focused) (HSAIAFAJ)

Keywords

• Residential landscape design
• Commercial landscape services
• Garden center retail
• Bulk landscape materials
• Landscape installation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Mesquite

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Landscaping and Contracting Services: Full-service residential and commercial landscaping including design, installation, hardscapes, irrigation, and maintenance. Services include custom concrete paver sidewalks and patios, outdoor fireplaces and fire pits, outdoor kitchens, low voltage landscape lighting, plantings, pruning and mulching, seeding and sodding, and commercial mowing. Revenue is generated through project-based contracting with both residential homeowners and commercial clients such as contractors, architects, and property owners.
2. Garden Center Retail Sales: Retail sales of plants (annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs indigenous to Mid Ohio Valley), gardening supplies, outdoor decor, fertilizers, tools, and other garden products from two retail locations in Marietta and Athens, Ohio.
3. Bulk Materials (Mulch, Stone, Soil): Sale of bulk landscaping materials including various mulch types (hardwood, cypress, playground fiber, dyed mulches), decorative stone (river gravel, cobbles, slate), limestone products, topsoil, processed topsoil, soil mix, sand, and compost products. Materials are available for pickup or delivery.
4. Compost Facility and Dump Services: The company operates a compost farm that accepts yard waste (leaves, grass clippings, brush) from both city residents (free with permit) and non-city residents (fees based on vehicle size). This provides a revenue stream while supporting their composting operations for saleable compost products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Greenleaf Landscapes is a full-service landscape design, build, and maintenance firm serving residential and commercial clients in the Mid-Ohio Valley since 1977. The company operates two retail garden centers in Marietta and Athens, Ohio, selling plants, gardening supplies, bulk materials, and a compost farm for yard waste recycling.

Product overview

Greenleaf Landscapes is a landscape design/build firm established in 1977 serving Ohio and West Virginia with a portfolio of interconnected services. The company operates through four main offerings: Residential Landscapes (custom design, installation, and hardscape services for homeowners), Commercial Contracting (professional installation for contractors, architects and property owners), Garden Centers (retail locations in Athens and Marietta offering plants and garden supplies), and Bulk Material/Compost Farm (supplying mulch, stone, soil and compost products). These services are vertically integrated, with the Garden Centers supplying plant materials and the Compost Farm producing soil amendments that support both residential and commercial installation projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Landscapes Full-service residential landscape design and installation including custom concrete paver sidewalks and patios, outdoor fireplaces and fire pits, outdoor kitchens, low voltage landscape lighting, plantings, pruning and mulching, seeding and sodding, and Rainbird irrigation systems, targeted at homeowners seeking functional design and expert installation.
• Commercial Contracting Commercial landscape installation and maintenance services including concrete paver patios and sidewalks, tree and shrub installation, retaining walls, water fountains and features, seeding and sodding, and commercial mowing, targeted at contractors, architects, and commercial property owners.
• Garden Centers Retail garden center offering colorful annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs indigenous to the Mid Ohio Valley, along with outdoor decor, lawn fertilizer, herbs, ground cover, glazed plant pots, geraniums, gardening tools, garden art, and statues, sold to retail consumers and gardening enthusiasts.
• Bulk Material
• Compost Farm Composting facility at 800 S.R. 821 Marietta, OH that accepts leaves, grass clippings, branches, and brush from city residents (free with permit) and non-city residents (fees apply) for recycling into compost products sold through the bulk material business.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,694,879 hours worked without an accident or injury in the workplace
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Anchor Wall SystemsminorOthersListed as a helpful link on Greenleaf's website. Anchor Wall Systems is a manufacturer of concrete segmental retaining wall products. Greenleaf likely sources materials from or recommends their products for retaining wall installations.
• Ohio Nursery & Landscape AssociationcoreOthersONLA is a professional trade association for nursery and landscape professionals in Ohio. Greenleaf has received awards from ONLA including Project of the Year and Grand Award. Active membership indicates industry standing and access to professional resources.
• National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)coreOthersNational professional association for landscape industry. Greenleaf has NALP certified technicians and has received multiple NALP Awards of Excellence and Safety Awards. Active certification and award recipient demonstrates commitment to industry standards.
• West Virginia Nursery & Landscape AssociationminorOthersWVNLA is a professional trade association serving nursery and landscape professionals in West Virginia. Greenleaf serves West Virginia customers, making this membership relevant for industry connections in their service region.
• Ohio Master Gardener ProgramminorOthersEducational program through Ohio State University Extension. Listed as a helpful link, indicating alignment with horticultural education and best practices in gardening.
• Marietta Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLocal Chamber of Commerce in Marietta, Ohio where Greenleaf's headquarters is located. Chamber membership indicates community involvement and local business networking.
• UnilockminorOthersMajor manufacturer of concrete paving stones and segmental walls. Listed as a helpful link suggesting Greenleaf sources from or recommends their products for hardscape installations.
• Riverbend NurseryminorOthersListed as a helpful link, Riverbend Nursery is likely a plant supplier or landscape nursery in the region that Greenleaf may source plants from.
• Buckeye GardeningminorOthersListed as a helpful link. Ohio-based gardening resource that Greenleaf recommends to customers.
• Plant PlacesminorOthersListed as a helpful link. Plant information resource that Greenleaf recommends for plant selection guidance.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Davey Tree Expert Company: Established national provider of tree care, environmental consulting, and landscape services. Overlaps with Greenleaf's commercial maintenance and tree/shrub installation offerings with broader geographic reach.
• BrightView Landscapes: Largest commercial landscaping services provider in North America with national footprint. Competes for the same institutional accounts (healthcare, education, retail chains) Greenleaf serves, but at much greater scale.

Others

• Unilock Ohio / Outdoor Expressions: Concrete paver and hardscape manufacturer with regional dealer/installer networks. Greenleaf partners with Unilock as a listed resource, making it a relevant ecosystem participant in hardscape project delivery.

Direct peers

• Ruppert Landscape: Mid-Atlantic regional landscape design/build, installation, and maintenance firm serving residential and commercial clients. Directly comparable operating model with multiple service lines and a long operating history.
• The Bruce Company: Midwest-based landscape design, build, and maintenance firm with integrated garden center retail. Closely comparable vertically integrated model serving residential and commercial customers in a defined region.
• Level Green Landscaping: Regional commercial landscape services firm on the East Coast offering design, installation, and maintenance to commercial clients. Comparable mid-sized contractor with similar institutional client mix.
• Yard Solutions: Regional landscaping services firm offering design, installation, and maintenance with bundled hardscape and plant services. Comparable mid-market service portfolio focused on residential and light commercial.
• Cappel's Landscape & Design: Ohio-based landscaping contractor offering residential design, installation, and maintenance services. Comparable mid-sized regional operator with overlapping service area.
• Hidden Creek Landscaping: Ohio-based regional landscape design/build and maintenance company serving central and southeast Ohio. Direct competitor for residential and commercial projects within Greenleaf's service territory.

Regional players

• TLC Landscape Centers: Garden center and bulk materials retailer serving landscaping customers in the Midwest. Comparable retail/bulk material business model and product mix to Greenleaf's garden centers and bulk material operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/green-leaf-landscape

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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