Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Landscape Solutions in Boston
Since 1982, Landscape Collaborative has been a trusted provider of comprehensive landscape services to residential clients across the Greater Boston area. Our expertise spans garden maintenance, landscape construction, lawn care, and snow removal, with a commitment to preserving the vision and health of every outdoor space. We maintain dedicated crews for consistent property care and employ over 60 skilled horticulturists, arborists, and landscape architects. Our team includes certified professionals like Massachusetts Certified Horticulturists and registered landscape architects with decades of industry experience. We specialize in diverse projects ranging from intricate Japanese gardens in Cambridge to expansive meadows in Concord.Our portfolio showcases work incorporating earthwork, drainage, masonry, irrigation, and sustainable native plantings. As a locally rooted company, we combine technical expertise with artistic design to create functional, beautiful landscapes. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience from prestigious institutions like Cornell University and the University of Toronto. We emphasize continuous learning through mentorship programs, particularly in plant health care and pruning techniques. From seasonal container arrangements to historic tree preservation, we deliver tailored solutions that evolve with our clients' needs across all four seasons.
Services
Garden Maintenance
Landscape Construction
Snow Removal
Design Services
Seasonal Containers
Holiday Decor
Arborist Services
Maintenance Portfolio
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We maintain dedicated crews on properties year after year for consistent care
- Our team includes certified arborists and Massachusetts Certified Horticulturists
- We offer 40+ years of combined leadership experience from prestigious institutions
- We implement proven mentorship programs in plant health and pruning techniques
- We specialize in both formal garden designs and sustainable native landscapes
Services
Garden Maintenance
Our comprehensive garden maintenance services include seasonal planting, pruning, and irrigation management. We provide year-round care for properties ranging from small urban gardens to expansive estates. Our dedicated crews ensure consistent care and maintenance of landscape aesthetics while addressing evolving horticultural needs.
Landscape Construction
We specialize in landscape construction projects including drainage systems, masonry work, and custom outdoor living spaces. Our team handles complete installations from earthwork to final plantings. We incorporate sustainable materials and techniques to create functional, durable outdoor environments that complement each property's unique character.
Snow Removal
Our winter maintenance services include comprehensive snow removal and ice management for residential properties. We utilize efficient equipment and environmentally conscious deicing methods. Our established crews provide reliable service throughout the winter season, maintaining safety and accessibility for clients' outdoor spaces.
Design Services
Our design team creates customized landscape plans that balance aesthetics and functionality. Services include site analysis, plant selection, and construction documentation. We focus on creating cohesive designs that evolve beautifully through seasons while maintaining practical usability for homeowners' specific needs and preferences.
Seasonal Containers
We design and maintain seasonal container arrangements that enhance outdoor spaces throughout the year. Our horticulturists select appropriate plants for each location's light and climate conditions. We provide regular maintenance to ensure continuous bloom and visual interest across all seasons in both residential and commercial settings.
People
Catherine Brownlee
Managing Director
Managing company strategy and sales, Catherine combines business expertise with plant science knowledge. As a Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist, she focuses on client design consultations while mentoring the team and sharing her passion for plants with the next generation.
Robert Hanss
Owner
With over 40 years of experience, Bob provides landscape architecture expertise as a Cornell graduate and Massachusetts registered landscape architect. He ensures quality control across projects while maintaining rigorous standards for all design and construction work.
Susan Kennedy
Director of Maintenance
Overseeing daily maintenance operations for 15+ years, Susan manages scheduling and client communications. Her extensive experience ensures smooth service delivery while maintaining personal connections with clients through her attentive, customer-focused approach to landscape care.
Carl Saccone
Construction Project Manager
Bringing 15 years of New England design experience, Carl specializes in translating concepts into built landscapes. A UMass Amherst graduate, he coordinates client collaborations and construction teams to realize garden visions using regionally appropriate materials and planting techniques.
Nicola Scipio
Lead Horticulturist
With 20 years of horticultural experience, Nic oversees plant health and team leadership. Their expertise in greenhouse operations and commitment to collaborative gardening ensures optimal plant selection and installation success across all seasonal maintenance projects.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve residential clients throughout the Greater Boston area including Belmont, Cambridge, Concord, and surrounding communities.
Do you provide seasonal container installations?
Yes, we design and maintain seasonal container arrangements for both residential and commercial properties year-round.
Are your team members certified professionals?
Our team includes Massachusetts Certified Horticulturists, registered landscape architects, and certified arborists with decades of combined experience.
What construction services do you offer?
We handle complete landscape construction projects including drainage, masonry, irrigation, and outdoor living spaces using sustainable materials and techniques.
How do you manage snow removal services?
We provide comprehensive snow removal with environmentally conscious methods and dedicated crews for consistent winter maintenance throughout the season.
Do you offer holiday decorating services?
Yes, we create custom holiday decor installations for residential properties as part of our seasonal service offerings.
