Most Recommended Sustainable Landscaping Experts

I lead a team of expert Consulting Arborists across the United States with the primary goals of solving tree related problems and improving management of trees and landscapes in urban and suburban areas. I am an International Society of Arboriculture Board Certified Master Arborist (#SO-7485B), American Society of Consulting Arborists Registered Consulting Arborist (#777), am ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified and ASCA Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualified.

I teach do-it-yourselfers how to design their own landscape, have successful garden projects (big and small), and make the world a better place with their opportunity to do some landscaping. State certified Horticulturist, Landscape Designer, Gardening Teacher, and Master Gardener volunteer of 14 years –YouTube Channel 75k+ subscribers (Average views per video: 95k, Median views per video: 33k) –Newsletter List 5k+ subscribers (Average open rate: 48%) –Instagram: 19k+ followers Featured in The Seattle Times: www.seattletimes.com/life/outdoors/5-weeds-a-northwest-horticulturist-says-you-should-try-eating/ Through my business, Garden Project Academy, I offer live workshops, on-demand online courses, and coaching on landscape design and gardening for beginners and do-it-yourselfers. Email: hello@gardenprojectacademy.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@gardenprojectacademy Instagram: www.instagram.com/gardenprojectacademy/ Website: www.gardenprojectacademy.com/ 🪴 Landscape design 🪴 Wildlife gardening 🪴 Money-saving tips, landscaping on a budget 🪴 Time-saving tips and low-maintenance landscaping 🪴 Gardening with native plants 🪴 Vegetable gardening 🪴 Ecological best practices 🪴 Pollinator gardening 🪴 Urban foraging 🪴 Composting 🪴 Mulch best practices 🪴 Plant propagation 🪴 Lawn removal methods 🪴 Landscape design for privacy 🪴 Landscape design for slopes and hillsides 🪴 Weeds & what to do 🪴 How to create a landscape design plan

Landscape Architecture: Photoshop Illustrator InDesign AutoCAD ArcGIS Sketchup Data Support: Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio Microsoft Server Business Intelligence Development Studio (Reporting Services) Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel ArcGIS (for data mapping)

As a landscape architect at large firms and in my own practice (Casey Neal Landscape Architecture), I have been responsible for various aspects of landscape architecture including schematic and conceptual design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration. Using my professional experience as a landscape architect, I have worked as an instructor to develop and implement a curriculum for Landscape & Turf Management that trains students in all aspects of the landscape industry and provides them with the necessary skills to compete in the industry.If I can be of assistance to you, please contact me at case@caseneal.com or (423) 822-2279.

I design the future with nature at its core — which is a fancy way of saying I make green stuff look amazing while saving the planet (no cape, though, sadly).As a Landscape Architect and LEED AP Homes, I specialize in crafting spaces that are sustainable, timeless, and occasionally get mistaken for magazine covers.My mission? To sneak nature into every home and neighborhood like some kind of eco-friendly ninja.I also build businesses that prove you can make money and hug trees at the same time—take that, capitalism.Inspired by people, I lead creative teams to greatness, because teamwork makes the dream work.Outside of work, you’ll find me geeking out over tech, lifting heavy things at the gym, or getting way too passionate about my coffee brewing techniques.If you want to make the world greener, healthier, and just a little cooler, let’s chat.I promise I’ll only make one bad plant pun. Maybe two.

Rebecca Gaisie is a top researcher at EIU and an Operations & Performance Improvement Professional at the intersection of energy transition and environmental compliance. She is the first-place recipient of the 2025 Award for Excellence in Research for her pioneering work in developing markets and the strategic implementation of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Leveraging advanced data analytics and techno-economic modeling, Rebecca transforms complex operational streams into scalable, 'closed-loop' systems. Her work is dedicated to bridging the gap between high-level energy policy and ground-level operational efficiency, ensuring that global sustainable transitions are not only environmentally sound but economically viable and operationally superior."

“I partner with homeowners to transform their outdoor spaces into refined, livable extensions of their home. Through intentional design, thoughtfully curated plant palettes, and a deeply collaborative process, I craft landscapes that feel personal, welcoming, and enduring.”

Johnny Rickards is a respected arborist and the driving force behind Cutting Edge Tree Maintenance, one of Newcastle's most reliable and community-focused tree care companies. With many years of hands-on experience in the arboriculture and property maintenance industry, Johnny has built a reputation for professional integrity, technical skill, and a genuine commitment to the safety and well-being of local communities. Under his leadership, Cutting Edge Tree Maintenance has grown into a trusted service provider for homeowners, businesses, and public organisations across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and the Hunter region. Johnny's expertise spans all areas of modern tree care, including advanced pruning techniques, hazardous tree removal, stump grinding, land management, and storm-damage response. His strong understanding of local species, soil conditions, and council regulations allows him to offer precise, practical advice that meets both safety standards and environmental responsibilities. Cutting Edge Tree Maintenance is known for promoting clear communication and a client-first approach within its team. The emphasis is on safe work practices, ongoing training, and the use of modern equipment to ensure high-quality outcomes on every project. Through good leadership, Cutting Edge Tree Maintenance has positioned itself as a reliable partner during severe weather events, community clean-ups, and complex residential or commercial tree work.

Jeremy is the CEO of Willow Gates Home & Landscape. With over 20 years of experience, he is an expert in patio and hardscape design and installation, including outdoor kitchens, landscaping, lighting, and more!

I have an extensive background in Landscape Design and Installation Practices and Principles. Plants, Turf, irrigation systems, outdoor lighting, structural design and installation. Graphic design and CAD graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Products, Sales, Cost estimation, running a seasonal business, Management, Various CRM Systems, and more. over 25 years in the industry. Ex-Military

Manage and facilitate business operations for a family owned 9 acre Garden Center that specializes in Trees. Buyer: Network / Research / Order Trees, Shrubs and small plants for 9 acres. Specialize in resourcing material to re-sell on a retail platform. Organized and Restructured Profit Margins / Pricing: All Trees, Plants, & Merchandise. Maintain set Gross Profit Margin's Streamlined Procedures: Developed and created an online "Tree in Distress form" to organize customer communications resulting in employee efficiency and saving time. Researched, Implemented, and Facilitated the integration of 3rd party business applications - "Birdeye" / "Grasshopper" directly improving customer communication while significantly increasing lead generation and sales conversions. Text payment transactions now account for 25% of sales revenue, enabling customers to purchase a tree and installation from the comfort of their home / at their own discretion. Selected & Initiated a Customer Review System: Gained over 500 (and still growing), 5 star reviews since the year 2020 Fosters a work culture of safety, respect, and integrity. Led team meetings to improve daily business operations, safety, training, ideas. Led monthly Zoom meetings to create and facilitate business website operations thetreeplace.com. Started from ground zero and helped build the website into what it is today. Equipment Maintenance Manager: In charge of directing and conducting preventive and routine maintenance on all industrial equipment, Skid Steers, Utility carts, Customer transportation, Lawn equipment. Ensuring that all of this equipment is up and working at all times & ready to use. Skills: Sales Customer Service Procedural Compliance Financial Analysis/Management/Accounting Inventory Management Quality Control Leadership/Team Building Equipment Maintenance Policy Implementation/Development IT/Networking Web Development Social Media Development Marketing Skid Steer Operator Problem Solving

Ronda Carnegie is a climate activist driving bold, women-led action for a regenerative future through Project Dandelion. Project Dandelion is a global, women-led climate justice movement focused on funding community-driven climate adaptation solutions and amplifying Indigenous women's voices as climate leaders. Before founding Project Dandelion, Ronda was a leader at TED and co-founded TEDWomen. She has spent her career advancing women’s leadership, equity, and collaboration across sectors, creating networks and initiatives that welcome more into the conversation.

Trista Imrich is a veteran, Virginia Certified Horticulturist, and Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional Level 2 in Installation & Design. She owns Wild Works of Whimsy and Southern Branch Nursery in Chesapeake, VA, specializing in sustainable landscape design with native plants, ecological restoration, and community education. Since 2014, she has led projects installing over 30,000 native plants, served as President of the Virginia Society of Landscape Designers, and earned recognition including the VNLA Environmental Leadership Award and Coastal Virginia Magazine’s Overall Gold Winner for Landscaping.

Experienced Horticulturist with a demonstrated history of working in the recreational facilities and services industry. Skilled in Plant Identification, Gardening, Sustainability, and Irrigation.

Lydia Beaumont is a go-to expert in interior design, known for her knack for stylish table settings, blending houseplants seamlessly with home decor, and designing inviting outdoor spaces. She has a real talent for making spaces look stunning while keeping them comfortable and livable. Lydia’s creative touch brings a fresh and vibrant feel to any room or garden she works on.

My work focuses on the intersection of consumerism, overproduction, marketing, and climate change. I aim to bring easily digestible guidance to everyone on how to live a more sustainable life for people, animals, and the planet, without sacrificing joy, style, and fulfillment. My No New Things Challenge has been awarded a Silver Stevie Award for Non-profit Innovation, and is now a popular book by the same name, with a trademarked process that gets folks out of the consumerist swirl and back into their lives. I am a featured expert on CNN, Live with Kelly & Mark, TODAY, Good Morning America, have spoken at SXSW and the United Nations, and have a popular TED Talk. I hold a BA from Brown University and an MSc from The University of Oxford, UK, am a Professor of Marketing for Sustainability at various institutions, and live in Chicago, IL. In a nutshell: I reconnect people with the truth that they have and are enough.

As a landscape designer and manager I pursue new construction projects, manage our maintenance division, and oversee our online marketing efforts. As a company we excel at collaboration with homeowners and other landscape pro's. I look to strengthen our network by adding new potential collaborators.

Lindsay Scherr Burgess is the Founder and Moss Boss of Green Wallscapes, a company that brings spaces to life with no-hassle preserved moss, walls, logos, lettering and art. She has done over 1000 projects in over 35 states, Canada, and the Caribbean and employs a team of mostly artists in her West Palm Beach studio. Her company’s work has been called “a lavish expression of botanical joy” and has been featured in Architectural Digest, Veranda Magazine, Palm Beach Post, Palm Beach Daily News, and more. In 2023, Green Wallscapes won gold for the iPlants Magazine Biophilic Design Awards. Green Wallscapes was selected to participate in the prestigious Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse in 2019. Green Wallscapes' client list includes major developers like Amli Residential, Aimco, Greystone, Related, Weinstein Properties, and Zom and major brands like Amazon, Starbucks, Autonation, Stella Artois, Garden of Life, Hilton, Westin, Marriott Vacation Rentals, and more. Lindsay’s background is diverse, she has worked in organic produce, construction, commercial real estate, and book publishing in a sales and marketing role. She loves to travel, speaks fluent Italian, and can be found painting, doing yoga, and jet-skiing on the weekends. She graduated from Northwestern University, and lives in West Palm Beach with her entrepreneurial husband, Jon and their Daughter, Skylar. Specialities: Moss Walls, Moss Logos, Moss Art, Moss Wall Art, Green Walls, Commercial Interiors, Interior Design, Sales, Marketing