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Your Trusted Partner for Landscaping Solutions in Blacksburg
At Back to Nature Landscaping, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional landscaping solutions rooted in proper horticultural practices and a commitment to client satisfaction. Our team comprises diverse, highly skilled professionals who prioritize lasting relationships built on trust, honesty, and reliability. Since 2012, we have specialized in residential and commercial design, build, and maintenance services across the New River Valley and Roanoke Valley regions. Our mission emphasizes employee well-being, community focus, and open-book management, ensuring transparency and shared success. We adhere to core values of passionate performance, problem-solving resilience, authenticity, and prioritizing human connections in all our interactions.Our comprehensive services range from landscape maintenance and turf care to hardscaping and outdoor construction, tailored to meet unique client needs. We guarantee weed-free lawns, healthy turf, and customized outdoor living spaces, including patios, decks, and water features. Our recognition across Virginia for quality and professionalism underscores our dedication to excellence. We work closely with clients from initial consultation to project completion, ensuring clear communication and results that exceed expectations. Our approach combines technical expertise with a personalized touch, making us a trusted partner for transforming outdoor spaces.
Services
Landscape Maintenance
Turf Care Program
Tree & Shrub Care
Hardscaping
Outdoor Living Spaces
Deck Construction
Retaining Walls
Patios
Walkways
Water Features
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in residential and commercial landscaping.
- Our team includes certified professionals with expertise in horticulture and construction.
- We prioritize personalized service, tailoring solutions to meet unique client needs.
- We guarantee weed-free lawns and healthy turf through science-based care programs.
- We provide 24/7 snow and ice removal services for year-round property maintenance.
What people say
Outstanding workmanship
Professional and courteous crews
Exceeded expectations
Timely project completion
Personalized service
Services
Landscape Maintenance
Our landscape maintenance program ensures year-round beauty through mowing, mulching, pruning, and seasonal cleanups. We follow horticultural best practices to keep residential and commercial properties pristine. Clients benefit from tailored schedules and expert care, ensuring vibrant, weed-free outdoor spaces.
Turf Care Program
This science-driven program guarantees healthy, weed-free lawns via soil testing, fertilization, and pest control. Customized treatments address pH balance and nutrient deficiencies, while aeration and overseeding promote root strength. Ideal for homeowners seeking lush, resilient turf in the New River Valley.
Hardscaping
We design and install patios, retaining walls, walkways, and fire pits using premium materials like natural stone and pavers. Our hardscaping enhances property aesthetics and functionality, creating durable spaces for entertainment and relaxation tailored to client preferences.
Tree & Shrub Care
Our program protects ornamental plants through fertilization, disease control, and deer repellent applications. Deep-root feeding and pruning ensure robust growth, while proactive pest management preserves landscape vitality, safeguarding investments in shrubs and trees.
Outdoor Living Spaces
We build decks, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens that extend living areas into nature. Services include composite and wood decking, under-deck roofing, and lighting installations, combining durability with aesthetic appeal for functional backyard retreats.
People
James Ulmer
Founder & President
James founded Back to Nature Landscaping in 2012, driven by a vision to blend horticultural expertise with community-focused values. He oversees strategic growth and ensures adherence to core principles of integrity and client satisfaction.
Mckenzie Ulmer
Owner
Mckenzie co-leads the company, focusing on financial stewardship and employee development. Her commitment to open-book management fosters transparency and shared success within the team and with clients.
Charlie Bolte
Landscape Sales Manager
Charlie specializes in client consultations, translating design visions into actionable plans. With over a decade of regional landscaping experience, he ensures solutions align with client needs and environmental conditions.
Zachary Pritt
Landscape Sales Manager
Zach collaborates with clients to create functional, aesthetically pleasing landscapes. His expertise in plant selection and drainage solutions ensures sustainable, low-maintenance outdoor spaces tailored to Virginia's climate.
Tish Poteet
Landscape Designer
Tish designs custom outdoor environments, integrating hardscaping and plant life to reflect client personalities. Her attention to detail and regional plant knowledge results in cohesive, inviting spaces that thrive year-round.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve the New River Valley and Roanoke Valley regions, including Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Roanoke, Radford, Floyd, Claytor Lake, and Salem.
Do you offer emergency snow removal services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 snow and ice removal for residential and commercial clients to ensure safe, clear properties during winter storms.
How do you customize landscaping projects?
We begin with an on-site consultation to understand your vision, then create tailored design and maintenance plans to match your property's unique needs and aesthetics.
Are your services available for commercial properties?
Yes, we offer comprehensive landscaping, maintenance, and hardscaping solutions for both residential and commercial clients.
What sets your turf care program apart?
Our program includes free soil testing, customized fertilization, and weed control backed by science to ensure healthy, vibrant lawns year-round.
Can you redesign overgrown landscapes?
Yes, our team specializes in transforming neglected spaces through plant replacement, drainage solutions, and creative hardscaping to restore beauty and functionality.
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