Business Details
32 Years
experience
Custom Landscape Design & Build Services in Ann Arbor, MI
At New Leaf Landscaping, we have dedicated ourselves to crafting exceptional outdoor environments since 1994. Our approach combines decades of hands-on experience with a deep understanding of horticulture, masonry, and artistic design principles. We prioritize personalized service, working closely with clients to understand their unique lifestyles and vision for their property. Our team of skilled professionals applies meticulous attention to detail in every project, from curved walkways with seamless precision to thoughtfully curated plant groupings that balance aesthetics and low maintenance.We distinguish ourselves through proprietary installation methods that ensure long-lasting results, utilizing premium materials selected for their durability and visual appeal. Our commitment to quality extends beyond the work itselfwe treat every client's property with the same care we would our own, maintaining open communication throughout the process. This philosophy has earned us recognition as Ann Arbor's premier landscape design-build firm, serving Washtenaw County with integrity and craftsmanship for over 30 years.
Services
Landscape Design
Hardscaping
Natural Stone Installations
Outdoor Living Spaces
Garden Projects
Deck Construction
Lawn Care
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized landscaping expertise in Washtenaw County
- Our client-centered process includes personalized consultations and detailed design reviews
- We combine horticultural knowledge with masonry and artistic design expertise
- Our proprietary installation methods ensure long-lasting landscape solutions
- We maintain strict quality control through premium material selection and skilled execution
What people say
Beautiful design
First class work
Fantastic job
Park-like setting
Exceeds expectations
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design process begins with understanding your lifestyle and property characteristics. We create customized plans that integrate horticultural expertise with artistic principles. Each design balances aesthetic appeal with functional outdoor living spaces, using premium materials selected for durability and seasonal interest.
Hardscaping
We specialize in creating durable hardscape features using brick pavers and natural stone. Our team constructs patios, walkways, and retaining walls with precise attention to detail. Every project incorporates varied material textures and unique design elements to create distinctive outdoor environments that complement your home's architecture.
Outdoor Kitchens
Our outdoor kitchen installations extend living spaces into the yard with functional cooking and entertainment areas. We integrate premium grills, countertops, and bar seating with surrounding landscaping. Each design considers workflow efficiency and weather-resistant materials to create year-round usable spaces.
Lawn Installation
We install high-quality turf systems designed for Michigan's climate conditions. Our process includes soil preparation, proper grading, and selection of grass varieties suited to your property's sun exposure. The result is a dense, healthy lawn that requires minimal maintenance while maintaining visual appeal.
Landscape Lighting
Our lighting designs enhance nighttime usability and security while highlighting landscape features. We use energy-efficient LED systems with programmable controls for convenience. Each installation considers both functional illumination and artistic accenting of architectural and natural elements in your outdoor space.
People
Peter Katke
Design & Sales Manager
With a degree in Agriculture/Horticulture from Ohio State, Peter has led landscape design projects for 30+ years. He combines artistic vision with technical expertise to create customized outdoor solutions that reflect each client's unique needs and property characteristics.
Melissa Katke
Office Manager
As founding office manager, Melissa oversees daily operations while balancing family responsibilities. She brings hospitality management experience to client interactions, ensuring smooth project coordination and maintaining the company's commitment to exceptional customer service since its inception.
Jeff
Hardscape Specialist
Certified in multiple hardscape disciplines, Jeff brings 20+ years of experience creating durable outdoor structures. His architectural background informs practical designs that blend construction knowledge with creative landscaping solutions, supported by industry-recognized credentials from ICPI and NCMA.
Bob Hicks
Shop Manager
A core team member since the company's founding, Bob manages equipment and material resources with attention to quality control. His outdoor enthusiasm translates to practical knowledge of Michigan's climate challenges, ensuring long-lasting landscape solutions that withstand seasonal variations.
Shawn Knight
Hardscape Crew Lead
With nearly two decades of hardscape experience, Shawn leads installation teams in executing complex designs. His expertise in Unilock products and award-winning craftsmanship ensure precise execution of patios, walkways, and structural elements that meet the company's exacting standards.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide landscaping services throughout Washtenaw County, including Ann Arbor, Chelsea, Saline, Dexter, Manchester, Whitmore Lake, and Ypsilanti.
How do you approach custom landscape design?
Our process begins with understanding your lifestyle and property characteristics, followed by creating personalized designs that integrate horticultural expertise with artistic principles for functional outdoor living spaces.
What makes your hardscaping different?
We use premium materials with varied textures and unique design elements, combining precise craftsmanship with durable construction methods for distinctive outdoor environments.
Do you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we offer full-service design-build solutions where our team creates the plans and executes the installation to ensure consistent quality and vision implementation.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain strict quality control through premium material selection, skilled execution by certified professionals, and proprietary installation methods developed over 30 years of experience.
What maintenance services do you offer?
We provide seasonal maintenance programs including lawn care, plant pruning, and hardscape upkeep to preserve your landscape's beauty and functionality year-round.
Reviews (5)
Kathy Micheli
Nov 11, 2020
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New Leaf is a very professional operation and Pete is great to work with! He had excellent communication through the whole process and had a special knack of turning our vague requests into a workable, creative design. We absolutely love our front yard and have asked Pete and his team to return and make our back yard beautiful as well. It was worth every penny!
Truly Render
Sep 20, 2020
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Our family is still stunned at how beautiful our patio turned out! Pete was so great to work with. His design was thoughtful and focused on user-experience and goals. He asked us many questions about how we envisioned using our new patio and designed to fit our actual habits, use, and budget. We were also trying to address small water patches in the basement during downpours that we suspected were due to poor grading and the need for better incorporation of gutters into our landscape. Aesthetically, the design work is exceptional. Some patios I've seen really look like a brick wall fell on the
Patricia Stankey
Sep 16, 2020
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We built a house in 2017 in Chelsea Michigan and waited a couple years to do landscaping. I called New Leaf Landscaping because they were in Chelsea and I like to help local businesses. I am so glad I did. Jeff Findley stopped out and talked with me about what my vision was, what my favorite colors were, what my favorite plants were. They were willing to stagger the landscaping over time to accommodate my budget and some on-going construction. They also built new landscaping around existing trees which I appreciated. The landscaping they installed was wonderful. A dry creek bed design that blends
Emily Hiber
Aug 16, 2020
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Pete worked with our needs to create a beautiful design that worked well for our space. He and his crew were hard-working and efficient putting the plans into action in a personable, professional manner. The finished product looked even better than we imagined.
Jesse Chandler
Jul 24, 2020
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Positive:Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We had New Leaf install a field-stone retaining wall. They did an amazing job and many people who have seen it have complemented how well put-together it looks. Staff are friendly and worked efficiently. I would definitely use them again or recommend them to others.
We had New Leaf install a field-stone retaining wall. They did an amazing job and many people who have seen it have complemented how well put-together it looks. Staff are friendly and worked efficiently. I would definitely use them again or recommend them to others.
