Background
Beginning in 2007, I worked every summer as a part of the landscape team at McDonald Garden Center while in college. After graduation, I began to work full time, and quickly became a foreman after several months. I continued to work hard and enjoy the craft of landscaping, which led to my promotion to Landscape Installation Manager several years ago. I enjoy helping customers reach their ‘dream yard’ while working in unison with our crew and design team.
When I'm not working
I am the Head Varsity Baseball Coach at Kecoughtan High School in Hampton, VA. I’ve been coaching high school baseball for several years and currently serve as head coach. I’ve been around the game my entire life, playing and graduating from Virginia Wesleyan College. It was always a dream of mine to share my experience and knowledge of the game with younger generations.
Gardening Advice
Water! One of the biggest problems I have noticed in my years of landscaping is how everyone underestimates how important watering is. Plants need water to survive just like us! But not just 3 seconds with a hose and then move on to the next one. They need a good soaking so they can remain strong and upright.
Favorite Plants
Japanese Maple Tamukeyama, Gosihi Osmanthus, Shishi Gashira Camellias and Autumn Rocket Camellias