Verde Equity Partners acquires Chula Vista Landscaping

Verde Equity Partners has acquired Chula Vista Landscaping, a commercial landscaping company based in Tucson, Arizona. This acquisition marks Verde Equity Partners’ first expansion into Arizona.

Founded in 1990 by Alfredo Zavala, Chula Vista Landscaping serves a diverse clientele, including corporate campuses, retail centers and property management firms.

“This acquisition is a significant step in our strategy to expand into key markets and partner with businesses that share our commitment to operational excellence,” says Chris Gillespie, COO of Verde Property Services. “Alfredo Zavala and his team have built an outstanding business with deep roots in the Tucson community. We’re excited to build upon their legacy and bring additional resources to accelerate their growth.”

Chula Vista Landscaping will retain its brand and leadership team while benefiting from Verde Equity Partners’ resources, operational expertise and access to growth capital. Plans include scaling operations to serve more markets across Arizona and exploring new service offerings.

“This partnership is an exciting opportunity for Chula Vista to grow while staying true to the principles that have guided us since 1990,” says Alfredo Zavala, founder of Chula Vista Landscaping. “Verde Equity Partners shares our vision for quality and community-focused growth, and I look forward to what we can achieve together.”

The acquisition supports Verde Equity Partners’ growth goals, including its target of achieving $10 million in EBITDA by the end of 2025. This also marks the closing of Verde Equity Partners, Fund I.  With this latest move, Verde Equity Partners has now completed six acquisitions in the last 15 months and expects several more in the first six months of 2025. Verde previously acquired companies like Coast Landscaping and Green-Tech Landcare.