Landscape Workshop has acquired Nature Coast Landscape Services, marking another expansion into the Tampa market.

Nature Coast was founded in 2014 in the Tampa Bay area by Nestor Nazario.

“Our dedication to achieving outstanding results for our clients and commitment to the professional development of our team have been pivotal to our success. It was clear that Landscape Workshop shared these values, making them the ideal partner to ensure continued excellence in service and growth opportunities for our employees,” Nazario says.

Nazario will assume the general manager position at Landscape Workshop, ensuring a smooth transition for Nature Coast’s clients and its team of professionals.

“We’re excited to welcome Nature Coast Landscaping to the LW family. Their well-established reputation in the Tampa Bay area complements our mission and expands our capability to serve the Tampa market. With the addition of this second Landscape Maintenance branch in Tampa, we are well-positioned to serve our growing client base in this important market,” says J.T. Price, CEO of Landscape Workshop.

Landscape Workshop is a full-service grounds management firm, delivering professional service and expert maintenance for commercial outdoor spaces since 1984. Serving 30 Southeastern markets, Landscape Workshop operates in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee and Florida. Landscape Workshop is backed by Carousel Capital and McKinney Capital.

SunWorks expands in Florida market

Exclusive Landscaping is SunWorks’ eighth company in the commercial landscaping industry.

SunWorks Landscape Partners, a commercial landscaping business backed by Orion Group, acquired Exclusive Landscaping, a commercial landscape maintenance company based in Orlando.

Exclusive is SunWorks’ eighth company in the commercial landscaping industry. SunWorks partners with founder-owned landscaping businesses, providing liquidity for owners and resources to fuel their company’s next phase of growth.

Exclusive Landscaping was founded by Jeremy Lapaglia with a single truck and trailer in 2008. He was joined several years later by business partner and General Manager Corina Diaz. Together, Lapaglia and Diaz built Exclusive into a regional business with over 150 employees providing landscape maintenance, enhancements, arbor care, plant healthcare and irrigation services to commercial properties across central Florida.

“Exclusive is well known in the Orlando area for their high-quality work and exceptional customer service. When I met Jeremy and Corina in 2022, Exclusive was growing quickly and they were looking for a partner to help navigate the challenges of a rapidly scaling field service business,” says Nate Carlson, CEO of SunWorks.

“We found in SunWorks a partner that believed in the same things we did and believed the value in Exclusive was not its accounts or its equipment, but the awesome people we employ here,” Lapaglia says.

Chief Operating Officer Sean Dowling will succeed Lapaglia as president of the company. Orlando landscaping industry veterans John Cornelius and Ryun Jack serve as general managers of the company’s two branch locations.

Executive Landscaping joins Fairwood Brands

Executive Landscaping was launched in 1996 by 12th-generation Cape Cod native Chris Cotoia.

Landscape design company Executive Landscaping, which has created and maintained outdoor spaces around Cape Cod for over 30 years, has joined Fairwood Brands.

Executive Landscaping was launched in 1996 by 12th-generation native Cape Codder Chris Cotoia. His passion for landscaping began while spending time working with his grandfather, who served as caretaker of a home in Hyannis Port. Cotoia’s childhood lawn mowing service turned into a neighborhood landscaping company that evolved into a nearly 50-person company of landscape designers, dedicated masons and other experts who do everything from providing ongoing lawn maintenance to designing and building elaborate outdoor patios.

Executive Landscaping is now part of Fairwood Brands, a nationwide family of companies. It was created in early 2023 by Columbus-based investment company Crane Group when they acquired companies around the country and created this new parent company.

“The Executive Landscaping acquisition connects Fairwood with a true leader in one of the best Northeast markets,” says Fairwood Brands CEO Mike McRae. “The Executive team has demonstrated design and delivery excellence while growing consistently since their inception. We are very excited about the mutual fit and the prospects for future success.”

Crane Group Senior Vice President Dan Crane says Executive is an excellent addition to Fairwood Brands.

“Executive Landscaping has an experienced executive team and a strong, thoughtfully built company culture,” Crane says. “Their dedication to quality and a fantastic customer experience is exceptional. We are very pleased to welcome them to the Fairwood family.”

Cotoia, the Executive Landscaping founder, says the company looks forward to becoming part of Fairwood Brands for several reasons.

“Crane Group has a clear track record of success across several industries, and I appreciate that like us, they are family-owned and people-first,” he says. “Crane Group and our company have aligned goals, and we’re confident that will drive results that make this a win-win for us both.”

Executive Landscaping Partner Kyle Holt-Cullity says the company is confident Crane Group will bring many benefits as a partner.

“You can tell with Crane Group that this isn’t just about the deal; they truly care about what they do and what they are building,” Holt-Cullity says. “They provide experts who will help support our day-to-day operations and our desire for continued growth. They open up new benefit opportunities for our team members. And we become part of a nationwide family where we can build peer-to-peer relationships with like-minded landscaping companies.”

APHIX acquires Eastwood Landscaping

Eastwood Landscaping was founded by Mark Smithson in 1982 and is one of the oldest landscape companies in the Knoxville, Tennessee, market.

Aphix has acquired Eastwood Landscaping, a full service grounds maintenance provider located in Knoxville, Tennessee. This purchase adds a third branch location in Tennessee as the company grows its presence in the Southeast U.S.

Eastwood Landscaping was founded by Mark Smithson in 1982 and is one of the oldest landscape companies in the Knoxville market. Its customer portfolio includes corporate campuses, hotel/ hospitality clients, shopping centers, HOA’s and other commercial landscaping customers.

Smithson will continue leading the enhancement and construction division in the East Tennessee region.

“As I met with and considered several options for the transition of Eastwood Landscaping, it was clear from the initial meeting that APHIX was the right partner,” Smithson says. “Their commitment to positively impacting people has been clear through the entire process and even more post-close. I am looking forward to being a part of the APHIX team and leading the landscape market in Knoxville.”

The acquisition of Eastwood Landscaping aligns with APHIX’s strategic growth initiatives and commitment to providing landscaping solutions to commercial properties in the region.

“We are excited to have Mark Smithson and the entire Eastwood Landscaping team become part of the APHIX brand,” says Allen Sweeney, CEO of APHIX. “Their commitment to excellence and unique skill sets aligns well with the vision of APHIX. The addition of Eastwood will enhance the value APHIX provides to the employees and customers in the Knoxville market.”

Mariani Premier Group acquires Drost Landscape

The company, based in northern Michigan, has become the 20th company to join Mariani.

Mariani Premier Group has acquired Drost Landscape, a landscape company based in the northern Michigan market. Drost has become the 20th company to join Mariani.

The company was founded in 1991 by Bob Drost and headquartered in Petoskey, Michigan. Their range of services includes design-build, enhancements, irrigation, pool/spa maintenance, tree services, snow removal, fertilization, lighting and maintenance.

“We are thrilled to welcome Drost Landscape to the Mariani Premier Group,” says Frank Mariani, chairman of Mariani Premier Group.

“Their reputation for excellence and dedication to customer satisfaction perfectly align with our vision and values,” says CEO Bryan Christiansen.

“This partnership represents an incredible opportunity for growth and innovation,” Drost says. “We look forward to contributing our ‘do more’ mindset to the collective expertise of the Mariani family.”

Monarch Landscape Companies acquires DynaServ Florida

The partnership expands Monarch’s national footprint into Florida and the Southeast.

Los Angeles-based Monarch Landscape Companies, a national provider of commercial landscaping services, has acquired DynaServ Florida, a 30-year, family-owned and operated full-service commercial landscape company based in Davie, Fla., that services commercial properties, municipalities, HOAs and utilities. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Founded in 1994, DynaServ is a full-service provider of landscape maintenance, enhancement, arbor care, water and irrigation, fertilization and pest control, snow and ice removal and disaster recovery services. With over 200 employees and a network of over 100 contractors, the company services clients across 12 mostly Southern states, reaching as far north as North Carolina and as far west as New Mexico.

“DynaServ represents both a strategic and cultural fit for the Monarch platform, and we’re excited to welcome the entire DynaServ team into our organization,” says Brian Helgoe, CEO and founder of Monarch. “The addition of DynaServ marks a critical milestone in our efforts to expand Monarch’s footprint and diversify revenues, and we expect to accelerate growth in existing and adjacent geographies, while building upon DynaServ’s significant subcontractor network to better service regional and national customers.”

Brad Gruber will continue to drive strategic direction and business development for Monarch’s Florida operation, while Sean Foreman and Douglas Tripodo will lead self-perform and subcontractor operations, respectively.

Monarch has completed six add-on acquisitions over the last two years. The acquisition of DynaServ closely followed Monarch’s acquisition of True North Landscapes, a Santa Rosa, California-based full-service landscape operator focused on sustainability and innovation.

“We’re creating a national presence to service both our local clients as well as national commercial customers, and we continue to pursue acquisitions in new and existing geographies,” Helgoe says.

Bartlett Tree acquires Canopy Tree Services in England

With the acquisition, Bartlett currently operates 14 offices in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Bartlett Tree Experts has expanded in the East Midlands of England with the acquisition of Canopy Tree Services.

With the acquisition, Bartlett has opened a new East Midlands office, located in Draycott, a village in Derbyshire.

Canopy Tree Services was founded by Ben Edmonds and Steve Barker in 2004 to provide tree surgery services in the Derby, Nottingham and Leicester areas. The owners say they were looking for ways to offer a wider range of services and expertise for managing tree health.

“Bartlett Tree Experts is a multi-generational, family business that has been a leader in the industry for 117 years and is known for its scientific approach to tree care,” says Edmonds, who joins Bartlett’s new East Midlands office. “Their commitment to customer satisfaction aligns perfectly with our own values.”

“We are excited to welcome the talented team from Canopy Tree Services to our new East Midlands office,” says Jim Ingram, president and chief operating officer of Bartlett Tree Experts. “This acquisition allows us to expand our full range of scientific tree care services while continuing to honor our commitment to exceptional safety, science, technology and business.”

With the acquisition, Bartlett currently operates 14 offices in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Bartlett recently announced it is developing a new 50-acre arboretum and research lab centre in Spencers Wood, a village south of Reading in the Borough of Wokingham, Berkshire, England. The new facility, which is expected to be operational in late 2025, will serve as a research, diagnostic and educational center for Bartlett clients and arborists in the UK and Ireland.

Juniper Landscaping acquires Davis Landscaping

The company expands into new markets in North Carolina, South Carolina and Pennsylvania through the acquisition.

Juniper Landscaping acquired Davis Landscaping, a landscaping maintenance and installation provider with operations across North Carolina, South Carolina and Pennsylvania. The addition of Davis expands Juniper’s footprint to 33 branch locations across five states.

Originally founded in 1934, Davis offers full-service landscaping maintenance, installation and snow removal services for commercial customers.

“We are excited to partner with the Juniper team continue scaling our business,” says Scot Davis, president of Davis. “This partnership allows us to take on additional maintenance and installation projects across our regional divisions in the greater Raleigh, N.C., Hilton Head, S.C., and Harrisburg, Pa., markets while continuing to provide best-in-class service quality and care to our existing clients.”

Juniper’s partnership with Davis facilitates the company’s expansion into the Carolinas and Pennsylvania.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with the Davis family and their talented team to build upon and expand our growing presence throughout the Carolinas and Pennsylvania, which we expect will include additional strategic acquisitions in these markets,” says Brandon Duke, CEO of Juniper Landscaping.

Unlimited Lawn Care acquires Elite Turf

This marks Unlimited’s sixth acquisition since 2022.

Unlimited Lawn Care, a lawn care provider in the Southeast, has acquired Elite Turf. This strategic move enhances Unlimited’s presence in South Carolina.

"I am thrilled to welcome Jeff Fugle to the Unlimited family. For a quarter of a century, we have taken great pride in the award-winning service and satisfaction our customers have come to expect and appreciate. During that time, Jeff has successfully built his company into a like-minded business focused on excellence and client satisfaction. He is now working alongside our management team as he services his existing customers and helps manage and grow our dual-brand businesses in South Carolina,” says Scott Whitehead, CEO of Unlimited Lawn Care.

The acquisition of Elite Turf marks Unlimited lawncare’s sixth acquisition since 2022.

"This is an exciting chapter for both Unlimited Lawn Care and Elite Turf. Our shared values and commitment to delivering outstanding service make this a natural partnership. I am eager to contribute to the continued success of our combined business and provide enhanced lawn care solutions to our customers,” says Bill Pope, the president of Unlimited Lawn Care.