Since 1994, EarthCare Landscaping has been committed to creating sustainable, thoughtful outdoor spaces throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. With deep roots in environmentally conscious practices, our team combines horticultural expertise, ecological responsibility, and artistic design to bring each client’s vision to life. Whether it’s native plant installation, smart irrigation systems, or quarterly organic maintenance, we tailor our services to support the health of your landscape and the planet. At EarthCare, our goal is simple: to make beautiful spaces that thrive naturally and endure.
An Oregon State Alum with a degree in Horticulture, Lisa Gates, transplanted to the San Francisco Bay Area 22 years ago to work with EarthCare Landscaping. With a background in weather-based commercial irrigation, she headed up the installation division, overseeing all daily operations, and promoting sustainable landscaping throughout the South SF Peninsula and the Santa Clara Valley.
Lisa purchased EarthCare Landscaping from the founder, Ryan Marlinghaus, in June 2014.
Our maintenance manager, Ulan Garduno, heads up a special quarterly maintenance team of 4 long-term employees. Working in the field for more than 35 years, Ulan is well versed in Integrated Pest Management, plant health, natural shape pruning, and irrigation maintenance. He is a Certified Green Gardener.
Our Lead Designer, manager and design coordinator Linda Garrett is a licensed Landscape Architect having acquired her Bachelor of Science Degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of California at Davis She is a LEED Green Associate (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and a QWEL Certified Professional (Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper). Linda loves working to bring creative, inspiring and functional landscapes to life for EarthCare’s clients. With over 25 years of professional experience, Linda is passionate about her work, and is skilled in many areas from site analysis and conceptual design through installation coordination and project management. She delights in designing residential gardens, as they are an opportunity to create imaginative and inspiring landscape designs, which reflect the unique needs and personal style of clientele. For her talents outside of work, Linda is an artist and published poet, enjoys dancing and hiking, and has great love and appreciation for the outdoors and the natural landscape.
With a background in mechanics Mark Chaves started out as a driver for EarthCare Landscaping almost a decade ago. He is currently the Project Manager, overseeing daily crew operations, and working closely with the clients to achieve their landscaping goals.
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