Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert Landscaping Services for Virginia Homes
J.W. Townsend Landscapes has been serving Virginia since 1983, bringing expertise and passion to each project we undertake. Our foundation was built on garden installation, with a specific focus on site analysis, bed preparation, and plant installation. Over our 40+ years in business, we've expanded our capabilities to include native grass and wildflower meadows, garden maintenance, container gardening, turf management, and hardscape installation. Our team brings over 900 cumulative years of horticultural experience, including 32 Virginia Certified Horticulturists, 37 Registered Pesticide Technicians, and 6 Certified Arborists. We take pride in our work, maintaining beautiful residential landscapes while creating unique outdoor spaces that exceed our clients' expectations. Our original mission remains unchanged: to satisfy our customers completely with the quality of our work, our commitment to service, and our professionalism.We focus on providing dependable, conscientious, and professional garden care, emphasizing our clients' needs throughout the process. Our community involvement is central to our values, and we make a focused effort to support numerous local organizations. From small perennial gardens to large-scale projects like mile-long driveways with large trees, our expertise ensures each job is completed to the highest standards. Our original office, built in 1993, has expanded along with our capabilities, but our commitment to excellence has never wavered. We continue to make people smile about their landscapes every day through our personal touch and dedication to complete customer satisfaction.
Services
Garden Installation
Garden Maintenance
Native Grass Meadows
Wildflower Meadows
Container Gardening
Turf Management
Hardscape Installation
Landscape Design
Tree Planting
Garden Care
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Our team has over 900 cumulative years of horticultural experience.
- We employ 32 Virginia Certified Horticulturists and 6 Certified Arborists.
- We offer specialized expertise in native grass and wildflower meadows.
- Our original mission focuses on satisfying customers completely with our quality of work.
- We maintain and mow turf grass and plant and maintain unique container gardens under the Hotpot brand.
Associations and certifications
- Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association
- International Society of Arboriculture
- LEED
Services
Garden Installation
We specialize in transforming outdoor spaces with comprehensive garden installation services. Our team brings decades of expertise to each project, from small perennial gardens to large-scale landscape developments. We focus on quality, attention to detail, and creating lasting value for our clients. Our approach combines technical knowledge with creative design to deliver landscapes that exceed expectations while maintaining functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Garden Maintenance
Our experienced gardeners provide ongoing maintenance to keep landscapes thriving. With over 320 years of collective experience, we offer tailored care schedules and expert knowledge of local plant species. Our goal is to maintain beauty while promoting healthy growth and sustainability. We provide seasonal adjustments, pest management, and specialized care to ensure your landscape remains vibrant year-round.
Native Grass & Wildflower Meadows
We design and implement native grass and wildflower meadows that support local biodiversity. These eco-friendly landscapes attract pollinators, require less maintenance, and create beautiful, naturalized spaces. Our expertise includes proper site preparation and species selection. These drought-tolerant areas increase overall biodiversity while creating unique and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments.
Turf Management
We offer comprehensive turf management services for residential properties. Our approach combines scientific knowledge with practical expertise to maintain healthy, attractive lawns. Services include mowing, fertilization, and pest management by certified technicians. We focus on sustainable practices that promote strong root development and natural resilience.
Container Gardening
Under our Hotpot brand, we create vibrant container gardens that enhance outdoor spaces. Our designers select appropriate plant combinations and maintain these living artworks throughout the seasons. These portable gardens add color and interest to patios, walkways, and entryways. We ensure proper watering, nutrient balance, and seasonal transitions for lasting beauty.
People
Walter Flores
Human Resources Manager
Walter joined J.W. Townsend Landscapes in 2025 with over eight years of experience in human resources and retail management. He has a strong background in team leadership, employee development, and conflict resolution. Walter holds an associate degree in Business Administration and plans to complete his bachelor's degree.
Steve Pekary
General Manager
Steve has over 20 years of experience in the horticulture industry and is an Advanced Virginia Certified Horticulturist. He was awarded Young Professional of the Year by the Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association in 2016. Steve enjoys gardening, hiking, and traveling with his family.
Leigh Townsend
President
Leigh has been with J. W. Townsend since July 2010 and holds degrees from Clemson University and certifications in horticulture. He enjoys spending time with his family, working in his yard, and supporting Clemson football. Leigh brings professional expertise to leadership roles.
Philip J. Ofrias, III
Vice President / Garden Installation Manager
Phil has decades of experience in the nursery and landscaping industries, having joined J.W. Townsend in 1991. He has a strong background in plant production and installation and is certified in multiple horticultural disciplines.
Luke Puglia
Manager of Gardening Services
Luke has over 20 years of experience in the green industry and holds multiple certifications including Certified Arborist. Originally from the Philadelphia area, he joined the company in 2014 and manages the Garden Maintenance department with professionalism and expertise.
Questions
How long has J.W. Townsend Landscapes been in business?
We've been serving Virginia since 1983, celebrating over 40 years of landscaping expertise.
What services do you offer?
We provide garden installation, maintenance, native meadows, turf management, and hardscape services across Virginia.
Do your team members have professional certifications?
Our staff holds over 900 years of combined experience with certifications including Virginia Certified Horticulturists and Certified Arborists.
What makes your meadow installations unique?
We've spent a decade developing strategies for drought-tolerant meadows that support biodiversity and pollinator habitats.
How do you handle large-scale projects?
We provide dedicated attention from start to finish, ensuring quality execution from small gardens to multi-acre developments.
Are you involved in the local community?
We actively support local organizations including One Tree Planted and the Botanical Garden of the Piedmont.
Reviews (6)
Dan Hogan
Apr 07, 2022
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This company sent me a bill for services I never asked for and never received. To add insult to injury it was for $5k for labor only to lay mulch provided by supposedly me. Not sure where they get off, but my property isn't even close to be large enough that it needs $5k in labor to drop mulch. I left them a message to dispute it, we'll see where it goes but regardless it shows some sketchy business practices to bill people for services never rendered. 4/18/2022 Increased the number of stars due to the quick response to get the issue corrected in their system so the right person is billed.
David Schmitt
Jan 04, 2021
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Brandon Oishi and his two colleagues were methodical, precise, thorough, and unobtrusive working on our boxwoods. When finished, the hedges and specimens looked better than ever. Brandon's attention to the metabolic needs and insect/disease condition of the plants was impressive and reassuring. We are very pleased with their work.
Sierra
Apr 06, 2019
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Fantastic landscaping company. Excellent quality of work, professional staff, and specialized departments to install and/or maintain your desired landscape, gardens, containers, turf, meadows, etc. J. W. Townsend will work with you every step of the way. Highly recommended!
Tracy Tanner Bond
Feb 14, 2019
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Leigh Townsend and his staff will take good care of all your gardening needs. I wish I could afford their services every week; but if you even need them to come out and install a few trees and do some Fall cleanup they will schedule you in. We have been blessed with more rain this year than usual, and my gardens have become more overgrown than I could handle on my own. Call Lynn @ 973-1154 and get on their calendar~!
Kimberly Cutshaw
Mar 04, 2017
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After a windy winter and long hours at work my yard and garden was a mess and I had no time to attend to it. J W Townsend came over to my house (on time!), gave a reasonable estimate and performed the work quickly and efficiently, making my garden look better than it did even before winter. They gave me additional estimates to remove a couple of dead trees and to provide some plantings to liven up my perennials. I am very satisfied with their service.
T. R.
Jun 24, 2016
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Thank you so much for the immediate follow-up. I will call back from a better phone. You came highly recommended by our neighbors in Charlottesville so we look forward to speaking with you!
