Heritage Landscapes

What Heritage Landscapes does

Heritage Landscapes is a privately held, second-generation, family-operated landscape design, construction, and maintenance firm headquartered in Novato, California. Founded approximately 35 years ago by Janet Gross, the company is currently led by siblings Almora Hudson (Owner & President) and David Gross (Owner & Director). It serves high-net-worth residential clients across Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties, with named portfolio communities including Ross, Belvedere, Tiburon, Sausalito, Mill Valley, San Anselmo, Corte Madera, Stinson Beach, and Point Reyes.

The company operates two integrated service lines. The Design & Build division covers landscape architecture, custom pools and spas, fountains and water features, fire features, retaining walls, patios and walkways, decks, pergolas and structures, custom fencing and metalwork, and landscape lighting. The Maintain division delivers recurring estate care including horticultural management, organic lawn health, irrigation retrofits, pest and disease management, lawn rejuvenation, and seasonal plantings. All work is executed by 50+ in-house professionals supplemented by partnerships with four external landscape architecture firms and three high-end residential construction firms.

Heritage Landscapes generates revenue through two streams: one-time design and build projects ranging from $50,000 to over $500,000, and recurring monthly maintenance contracts priced from $850 to over $4,000 depending on service tier. Go-to-market is consultative and direct-to-consumer, beginning with a discovery call and property visit, followed by a line-itemed proposal delivered within 72 hours for projects under $50K. Customer acquisition is primarily referral-driven and reinforced by content marketing through the company's blog and portfolio. Pricing is transparent and published on the company website, an uncommon practice in the premium residential services category.

Name

Heritage Landscapes

Legal name

Heritage Landscapes

Website

https://heritagelandscapes.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Heritage Landscapes is a second-generation, family-owned landscape design, construction, and maintenance firm in Novato, California, serving high-end residential clients across Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties with 50+ in-house professionals and integrated Design & Build plus recurring estate care services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Landscape Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730), Landscape Architectural Services (54132)

SIC

Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Landscape Design (HSAIABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Landscape Renovation & Re-Design (Yard Makeovers) (HSAIABAC), Landscape Construction Project Management & General Contracting (HSAIABAK), Landscape Maintenance Plans & Post-Installation Care (Establishment Services) (HSAIABAL), Landscape Design, Build & Installation (Hardscapes/Softscapes) (BPABADAF), Landscape Lighting Installation & Maintenance (BPABADAM)

Keywords

• Landscape design
• Landscape construction
• Estate maintenance
• Outdoor living
• Horticulture services

Headquarters

HQ city

Novato

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Landscape Design & Build Services: One-time project-based revenue from design and construction of landscapes, pools, patios, retaining walls, and outdoor living features. Pricing ranges from $50K to $500K+ depending on project scope. Revenue also includes outdoor kitchens and fire features ($35K–$100K+).
2. Ongoing Estate Maintenance: Monthly recurring revenue from landscape maintenance contracts. Standard maintenance ranges $850–$2,500+/month, Enhanced Horticultural Care ranges $1,500–$4,000+/month. Seasonal plantings and enhancements billed as custom estimates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Heritage Landscapes provides full-service landscape design, construction, and ongoing horticultural maintenance for high-end residential properties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Under its Design & Build category, the company handles landscape architecture, pools and spas, water features, fire features, retaining walls, patios, decks, structures, fencing, and lighting; under its Maintain category it delivers estate maintenance, horticulture, enhancements, plant selection, pest and disease management, lawn rejuvenation, irrigation retrofits, and seasonal plantings. All work is performed by 50+ in-house professionals, with projects priced between $50K and $500K+ and monthly maintenance contracts starting at $850.

Product overview

Heritage Landscapes is a full-service landscape design and maintenance company serving high-end residential and estate clients in Marin County, California. The company operates under two main service categories: Design & Build (covering landscape architecture, pools and spas, water features, fire features, retaining walls, patios, decks, structures, fencing, and lighting) and Maintain (covering landscape maintenance, horticulture, enhancements, garden/plant selection, pest management, lawn rejuvenation, irrigation, and seasonal plantings). The Design & Build division handles everything from initial design through construction completion, while the Maintain division provides ongoing estate care to preserve and evolve landscapes over time.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Design & Build Full-service landscape design and construction covering everything from initial concept through installation, including masonry, carpentry, pools, patios, and lighting, for high-end residential clients in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties.
• Landscape Design Design-first landscape architecture covering grading, drainage, masonry, carpentry, and custom stonework, executed by the in-house team for high-end residential properties.
• Pools & Spas Custom pool and spa design and installation integrated with the surrounding landscape, typically priced $175K–$300K+ as part of premium residential projects.
• Fountains, Ponds & Water Features Water feature design and installation including fountains, reflecting pools, and integrated water elements as part of high-end residential landscape projects.
• Fire Features Outdoor fire pit and fireplace design and construction for year-round outdoor living, typically priced $35K–$100K+ as part of premium residential projects.
• Retaining Walls Structural retaining wall design and construction for hillside properties, using natural stone, concrete block, or poured concrete to address Bay Area terrain challenges.
• Patios & Walkways Hardscape surface design and installation including natural stone, concrete pavers, and textured slab options for premium residential properties.
• Decks Custom deck design and construction as part of outdoor living space projects for high-end residential clients.
• Structures Outdoor structures including pergolas and custom built elements for outdoor living spaces.
• Fences, Arbors, Gates, Trellises Custom woodwork and metalwork including fencing, arbors, gates, and trellises as part of high-end residential landscape projects.
• Landscape Lighting Professional outdoor lighting design and installation for aesthetics and safety as part of high-end residential landscapes.
• Landscape Maintenance White-glove estate maintenance including irrigation, pruning, organic lawn health, and fire-safe plant management; Standard Estate Maintenance priced $850–$2,500+/month.
• Landscape Horticulture Horticultural expertise including soil management, plant health care, and garden nutrition; Enhanced Horticultural Care priced $1,500–$4,000+/month.
• Landscape Enhancements Ongoing garden improvements and refinements as part of long-term landscape care for high-end residential clients.
• Garden and Plant Selection Expert plant selection services tailored to Bay Area microclimates and specific property conditions.
• Pest & Disease Management Integrated pest and disease management for landscape plants across the firm's high-end residential maintenance portfolio.
• Lawn Rejuvenation Lawn restoration and maintenance services including organic health programs for residential estate properties.
• Irrigation Retrofits Water-efficient irrigation system design and installation including drip systems and smart controllers, supporting drought-resilient design across Bay Area properties.
• New & Seasonal Plantings Seasonal planting services to refresh and enhance garden beds throughout the year; billed as custom estimates on top of maintenance contracts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 72 hours or less for itemized proposals on projects under $50k
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Integrated Design StudiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape architecture and design firm collaborating on integrated landscape projects. Partners are engaged as part of larger, integrated projects—not as standalone referrals—with every element staying aligned from layout to final finish.
• Shades of GreencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape architecture firm providing design expertise for collaborative projects. Longstanding collaborator with shared standards for quality and attention to detail.
• Arterra Landscape ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBay Area landscape architecture firm known for sustainable and innovative design solutions. Works with Heritage Landscapes on integrated project delivery.
• Blasen Landscape ArchitecturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape architecture firm providing design services on collaborative projects throughout the Bay Area.
• Jetton ConstructionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBuilder and construction partner for integrated landscape projects requiring additional construction expertise.
• Design Line ConstructionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction partner collaborating on landscape projects with specialized building requirements.
• Farallon ConstructionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction partner for integrated projects requiring high-end residential construction expertise.
• California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA)minorOthersProfessional affiliation with the California Landscape Contractors Association, demonstrating commitment to industry standards and professional development.
• National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)minorOthersProfessional affiliation with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, supporting industry best practices and professional recognition.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• The Davey Tree Expert Company: National tree care and landscape services company with residential offerings. Comparable in horticultural expertise and recurring maintenance contracts, but operates nationally with a broader, less premium service portfolio.
• BrightView Landscapes: Largest U.S. commercial landscaping services company with Bay Area operations. Overlaps with Heritage on maintenance and design-build but focuses primarily on commercial clients, serving as a broader incumbent in the same geography.
• TruGreen Limited Partnership: National residential and commercial lawn care company with significant California presence. Comparable in recurring residential maintenance but lacks Heritage's high-end design-build capabilities and white-glove service model.

Direct peers

• Marina Landscape: Southern California residential landscape design, build, and maintenance company. Comparable integrated service delivery and high-end homeowner focus, though serving a different geographic region within California.
• Sudell Landscape Construction: California residential landscape construction firm focused on custom design-build projects for discerning homeowners. Comparable in project complexity, premium pricing, and design-led approach.
• Cagwin & Dorward Landscape Contractors: Northern California full-service landscape contractor offering design, installation, and maintenance to residential and commercial clients. Comparable to Heritage in regional footprint, integrated service model, and Bay Area presence.
• Roman Landscape Design & Build: California-based residential landscape design and build firm with similar full-service model covering design, construction, and ongoing maintenance. Comparable scale and luxury customer orientation.
• Pacific Coast Landscapes: Northern California landscape design, build, and maintenance contractor serving residential and estate clients. Comparable in service mix, regional orientation, and integrated delivery model.
• Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects + Planners: Bay Area landscape architecture and planning firm serving high-end residential projects. Comparable in design-led approach, premium client base in Marin/Napa, and integrated design-build delivery in the same micro-market.

Others

• SiteOne Landscape Supply: Largest U.S. distributor of landscape supplies, serving Heritage and similar contractors as a key supplier of plants, irrigation, hardscape, and lighting materials. Ecosystem participant rather than competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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