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Growth Rooted in Quality with Decades of Unmatched Client Care

For nearly six decades, Oakridge Landscape, Inc. has been shaping outdoor environments across California with the same dedication to craftsmanship, reliability, and service that defined its founders. What began as a small local operation has grown into one of Southern California’s largest and most respected landscape construction firms, with more than 700 employees and a service area stretching from the Central Coast to the Inland Empire.

Deep Roots in California

The company’s history traces back to 1966, when Lenny Myers and Chuck Johnson founded California Landscape, a small but ambitious landscaping business built on integrity and hard work. As demand for quality contractors increased in Southern California, the partners launched Oakridge

Landscape and Irrigation in 1993 to meet growing opportunities in the Temecula Valley.

In 1992, after the passing of founder Lenny Myers, his son, Jeff Myers, stepped into a leadership role, forming a partnership with Johnson to continue the family legacy. The company changed hands briefly when it was sold to TruGreen LandCare in 1998, but just a few years later, in 2001, Jeff Myers and Johnson reacquired the business and formed the company known today as Oakridge Landscape, Inc.

Johnson retired in 2006, leaving Myers as sole owner. Under his direction, Oakridge Landscape, Inc. (Oakridge) has expanded its reach and capabilities while maintaining its reputation for quality and dependability. Today, the company operates from 6 office locations through Central and Southern California, from Corona up to Nipomo.

Broad Capabilities and Specialized Divisions

Over the years, Oakridge has grown from a traditional landscape contractor into a full-service provider offering construction, maintenance, and specialty services. The company is structured around four primary divisions: Landscape Construction and Irrigation, Maintenance, Erosion Control, and Arbor Care.

In addition to these divisions, Oakridge self-performs all concrete and hardscape work, giving clients a single source for site development and landscape construction. “We’ve become a true one-stop shop,” said Ashley Watson, director of sales and marketing. “From grading and irrigation to lighting, amenities, and hardscape, we manage every stage of a project from start to finish.”

Above & Right: Aerial views showcase the thoughtfully designed community park delivered by the Oakridge Landscape, Inc. team - featuring an open-air amphitheater, lush green spaces, shaded play zones, and modern recreational amenities that blend seamlessly into the natural hillside landscape. A premier destination for connection, wellness, and outdoor enjoyment.

Oakridge’s clients include many of the nation’s top builders, developers, and commercial property managers. The company performs work for master-planned communities, residential developments, apartment and condominium complexes, shopping centers, industrial and municipal facilities, homeowner associations, and public agencies.

Recent Growth and Leadership

In recent years, Oakridge’s steady growth has been accompanied by new leadership additions. Mike Selesky joined as chief operating officer to help oversee operations as the company has nearly doubled in size over the past decade.

“We’ve experienced tremendous growth in the last few years,” said Jeff Myers, president and CEO. “We’ve expanded our footprint and added people and equipment to match the demand. The addition of our Riverside office allows us to better serve the Inland Empire and Orange County, areas that were previously outside our service area.”

Watson noted that this expansion has come entirely through reputation. “Oakridge has grown without any formal marketing,” she said. “Our clients come to us because of referrals and the quality of work we deliver. That speaks volumes about the consistency and professionalism of our teams.”

Notable Projects

Two recent projects highlight Oakridge’s broad scope of work and technical depth: Jane and Bert Boeckmann Park of Porter Ranch and Solana Duarte Station.

At Jane and Bert Boeckmann Park of Porter Ranch, a planned 50-acre community park development in Los Angeles County, Oakridge handled the entire

basketball and pickleball courts, restroom buildings, amphitheater construction, lighting, and concrete work throughout. “This project took about two years to complete,” Watson said. “One of the main challenges was the site grading. Our team had to remove around six acres of mountain terrain and manage the export of material or reuse onsite. Because of county regulations, it couldn’t all be simply hauled away. Instead, our team coordinated with local developers to reuse the soil on a nearby housing project. It was a practical solution that benefited multiple developments.”

Left: 0perations team conducts a site visit. L–R: Glenn Perez, Superintendent, Tony Banuelos, Operations Manager, Kaylee Ramirez, Marketing Associate, Sergio Duran, Project Manager, Juan Medrano, Foreman and Manuel Vega, Foreman.

Below Left: Oakridge Landscape, Inc. operator, Enrique Vega, maneuvers their JCB 18Z-1 compact excavator to dig a trench as spotter/ pipe fitter, Alberto Zamora, watches closely to ensure no existing utilities are damaged.

Below: Oakridge Landscape, Inc. operator, Melchor Meza Perez, excavates and grades with precision, utilizing the company’s JCB 18Z-1 compact excavator purchased from SoCal JCB.

Oakridge also recently completed work on the Solana Duarte Station Apartments, a new, ground-up multi-family, 292-unit apartment building with 5 stories of construction and an 8-story parking garage. Construction includes multiple courtyards on the ground level with pool, spa, two clubrooms and a fitness center. “This project incorporated greenery on almost every floor, including interior common spaces,” Watson said. “The rooftop deck includes trees, planters, and a pool, which required specialized lifting and installation methods. It’s a great example of how our

crews adapt to complex design requirements.”

Both projects have earned awards for quality and design, reinforcing Oakridge’s standing as a preferred partner for large-scale commercial and municipal developments.

Fleet, Equipment, and Efficiency

Behind every project is a fleet of reliable equipment that keeps crews productive and jobs on schedule. Oakridge operates between 40 and 50 pieces of heavy equipment, including mini { Continued on page 10 }

Above: The landscape design at Duarte Station plays a pivotal role in defining the resident experience- featuring layered planting palettes, integrated hardscape elements, and climate-appropriate vegetation to create lush, functional outdoor environments. From the streetscape’s tree-lined buffer to interior courtyards with fire pits, lounge seating, and a resort-style pool, every detail was engineered for durability, water efficiency, and year-round usability.

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excavators, backhoes, skip loaders, skid steers, and telehandlers.

The company relies on various top brands with a recent focus on JCB equipment from SoCal JCB with headquarters in Colton. “We’ve started using more JCB machines in recent years,” says Myers. “SoCal JCB and the entire JCB team have really been there for us with reliable machines, very competitive pricing and exceptional service and support.”

Myers points to their fleet of equipment as playing a major role in overall labor efficiency. “Reliable equipment allows us to reduce manual labor,” Myers said. “We use our machines for trenching, grading, planting, backfilling, and erosion control. It helps us get more done safely and efficiently.”

In-House Nursery and Arbor Operations

Oakridge also operates a ten-acre nursery dedicated to supporting its own projects. The nursery grows trees and shrubs used across its construction and

maintenance work, ensuring plant material availability and quality control. “We primarily grow for our own use,” Myers said. “It gives us more control over scheduling and helps us avoid supply delays that can affect project timelines.”

The company’s Arbor Care division also handles tree maintenance, pruning, and recycling. “We even produce our own mulch that goes through two treatments,” Watson said. “It’s another valueadded service for our clients and part of our focus on sustainability.”

Industry Outlook and Future Plans

After decades in the business, Myers remains optimistic about the landscape construction industry. “The middle of this year slowed a bit, but things have picked up,” he said. “We’re seeing more bids and more positive energy from clients and developers.”

Oakridge continues to update its operations and adopt new technologies to remain competitive. “We prepare annual business plans with growth in mind,” Myers said.

“We’re not interested in standing still. We’re always looking to be more efficient so as to serve our existing and future clients with industry leading results while maintaining our strict standards and sustainable practices.”

Watson added that Oakridge’s strength lies in its culture. “Our success comes from our people,” she said. “We don’t have a corporate board dictating decisions. We care about our team, we care about our clients, and we take pride in doing things right. That’s the secret of Oakridge’s tremendous growth and sustainability. It’s all built on trust and performance.”

Oakridge offers premium landscape services for builders and developers, HOA communities, government facilities and municipalities, shopping centers, parks and more, and are equipped for projects of any size. For more information on Oakridge Landscape, Inc., please visit www.oakridgelandscapeinc.com or call their Valencia headquarters at (661) 705-7300. CL

Where Every Project is an Opportunity to Create Something Special and Lasting

What began as a few small landscaping jobs in the early 2000s has evolved into one of the most trusted residential landscape companies serving California’s Peninsula region.

New Era Landscape & Garden Service, led today by CEO, Edgar Orozco, traces its roots back to 2003 when his father, Faustino Orozco, decided to start his own business after the passing of his former employer, the owner of a Bay Area landscape company where Faustino had served as foreman.

“My father had a strong client base that followed him,” Edgar said. “He started small, fixing fences, pruning bushes and trees, and taking on one-off landscape jobs. Over time, through word of mouth and consistent work, he built something that people trusted.”

Family-Owned and Built on Relationships

New Era Landscape & Garden Service is family-owned and operated since 2003. Edgar said that every year, the company continues to evolve while holding onto the same values his father established from the start. “We have worked day by day to create New Era Landscape & Garden Service into what it is today,” he said. “It has always been our primary focus to grow connections with not only our employees but also with our clients, to satisfy their needs and make their property truly feel like a home. We pride ourselves on customer servitude and quality work.”

With decades of experience, the Orozco family and their crews have provided exceptional landscape service to Bay Area communities. “With the addition of New Era

Landscape & Garden Service to your family,” Edgar said, “you can feel assured that your landscapes are cared for by professionals that stand behind their work.”

From Garden Service to FullService Contractor

Originally operating under the name New Era Garden Service, the company’s early years were focused on maintenance and small improvement projects. When Edgar completed his horticulture degree, he decided to expand the business’s capabilities and licensure. “In 2022, after earning my C-27 landscape contractor’s license, we transitioned into New Era Landscape & Garden Service,” Edgar said. “That allowed us to handle full installations, including hardscape, irrigation, drainage, and maintenance services.”

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A New Era crew member uses their Bobcat 453 skid steer to demo an old driveway in an Atherton backyard before new construction begins.

The company remains headquartered in Redwood City and operates throughout the Peninsula, focusing heavily on Atherton, Woodside, Los Altos Hills, Hillsborough, and surrounding communities. “Our main client base is in Atherton,” Edgar said. “We also take on select projects in Menlo Park and other nearby areas, but most of our 60-plus active clients are in those high-end residential zones.”

Long-Term Partnerships and Organic Growth

Unlike many contractors who rely heavily on paid marketing, Orozco says the company’s growth has been almost entirely organic. “For about 20 years, it was all word of mouth,” he said. “We didn’t start paid advertising until just a few months ago. Everything came from our reputation, repeat clients, and referrals.”

Expanding Capabilities

Today, New Era Landscape & Garden Service handles nearly every aspect of residential exterior landscape and construction, from custom gardens to hardscape features and long-term maintenance. The company offers installation of pavers, fountains, patios, driveways, decks, fences, irrigation, drainage, and lighting systems, as well as ongoing yard and garden maintenance. “We call ourselves a one-stop shop,” Edgar said. “We’ll take care of everything outside the house, build it, plant it, and maintain it.” According to Edgar, projects range from $50,000 to $150,000, though the company also regularly handles larger, more intricate jobs.

Recent Projects

Among the company’s recent builds was a full hardscape and landscape installation at a property in West Menlo Park, completed

about three months ago. “This was a mid-sized job, but unique,” Edgar said. “We installed a new pool area using a non-slip porcelain paver that MSI released this year. It’s a new product that provides traction even when wet, which is perfect for pool decks.” The project also included concrete walkways, landscape lighting, irrigation and drainage systems, and a complete planting plan.

Another large job currently underway in Atherton involves replacing an existing asphalt driveway with pavers and integrating an underground ‘black hose’ thermal system that captures heat to help maintain pool temperature. The team is also constructing a custom pergola and a composite wood deck as part of the same project.

Last winter, New Era also completed a full front-yard renovation for an Atherton residence featured in the local

Right: Elegant simplicity, New Era Landscape transforms highend properties into timeless outdoor living spaces.

Rose and Garden Association Magazine. That property, maintained by the company for years, receives an annual refresh that includes new planting, irrigation adjustments, and mulch installation. “These properties are like living projects,” Edgar said. “We maintain and update them seasonally, so the landscape continues to grow and evolve.”

Commitment to Detail

In an area where the median home price exceeds $8 million, attention to detail isn’t optional, it’s the standard. “When people hear New Era Landscape, they associate it with detail and responsibility,” Edgar said. “We don’t cut corners. Even if a mistake costs us time and/or money, we own it and fix it.”

That philosophy extends beyond design and construction. Orozco’s crews are trained to clean equipment between properties to prevent transferring weeds or pests, another crucial step in maintaining the pristine landscapes expected in high-end communities. “We want every job site to look like we were never there except for the improvements we have made,” Edgar said. “That’s why our equipment, trucks, and presentation matter. Clients notice those things.”

Maintenance Division

In addition to new construction, the company runs a strong maintenance division made up of three crews. Each two-person team is assigned to a limited number of properties, spending anywhere from two hours to a full day on each site. “We’re not a ‘mow-and-blow’ outfit,” Edgar said. “Our clients expect premium service, and that means spending the time needed to do it right.” New Era’s maintenance work includes mowing, pruning, fertilizing, pest control, and irrigation adjustments, along with seasonal planting and yard refreshes.

Modern Equipment and Efficiency

New Era’s equipment needs to reflect a balance of capability and maneuverability suited for tight residential environments. The company owns a Bobcat 453 skid steer, which Edgar calls their “workhorse,” and rents additional compact equipment, typically 3- to 4-ton mini excavators and plate compactors, from AAA Rentals and Redwood Rentals as needed. “Our skid steer barely fits through a four-foot gate, so we sometimes swap tires to a smaller size to get access,” Edgar said.

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New Era’s dedicated maintenance teams treat each property as a living project, constantly evolving, always immaculate.

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While excavation and grading remain equipment-intensive, many smaller or confined projects still rely on manual labor due to property constraints. “You’d be surprised how much we still do by hand,” Edgar said. “Sometimes homeowners won’t allow fence removal or tree relocation for equipment entry, so we use augers and manual digging to get the job done.”

On the maintenance side, New Era has gone all-in on electric equipment, using Greenworks mowers, Makita and Echo blowers, and battery-powered tools. “The Greenworks warranty is excellent,” Edgar said. “We had a mower issue recently, just a single bolt problem, and they replaced the entire unit on the spot. That kind of support makes it easy to stay green.”

Looking ahead, Edgar hopes to add a CAT 301.8 mini excavator to the fleet. “It’s small enough to fit into tight backyards but powerful

enough to pull stumps and handle demo work,” he said. “For our type of jobs, that balance is ideal.”

Staying True to Their Roots

More than 22 years later, New Era Landscape & Garden Service is still growing with hardworking employees and loyal clients. Edgar says the company’s success comes from its foundation, family, honesty, and consistency. “We’ve learned that there’s no other business quite like making a home more beautiful,” he said. “And no other business values its customers more sincerely or cares more about fulfilling promises to them. Every project is an opportunity to create something special and lasting.”

Despite steady growth, Orozco intends to keep the company’s operations focused and manageable. “We’ve maintained most of our clients for 20 years or more,” he said. “That’s rare in this business, and we don’t take it for granted. It comes from doing the job right and standing behind our work.”

For prospective clients, New Era Landscape & Garden Service often offers something that few competitors can, an in-person look at its work. “All the photos on our website are from current clients,” Edgar said. “If someone wants to see the quality in person, we’ll take them to one of our properties. Many of our clients are proud to show their landscapes and even talk with potential customers.”

That level of trust has built a strong foundation for the next generation of the Orozco family business. “We’re proud of what we’ve built,” Edgar said. “From my father’s first fence repairs to full-scale design-build landscapes, we’ve grown steadily, not by chasing volume, but by earning every client’s confidence.”

For more information on New Era Landscape & Garden Service, please visit www.neweralandscape.org or call their Redwood City headquarters at (650) 346-2339. CL

By Brian Hoover, Editor

Thomas D. “Tommy” Church: Shaping the Modern California Garden

For today’s California landscape and hardscape contractors, the imprint of Thomas Dolliver “Tommy” Church (1902–1978) is everywhere. Widely regarded as the father of the modern California garden, Church reimagined outdoor spaces not as ornamental backdrops but as vital extensions of daily life. His designs set the stage for the patios, pool decks, drought-responsive plantings, and outdoor rooms that define California living, and that contractors across the state continue to build today.

ROOTS OF A CALIFORNIA VISION

Born in Boston but raised in Southern California, Church absorbed early lessons from the region’s Mediterranean climate. After earning a degree in landscape architecture from UC Berkeley, and a master’s from Harvard, he traveled through

Europe on a Sheldon Fellowship. There, he saw firsthand how Italian Renaissance, Moorish, and Spanish gardens embraced sun, shade, and social life. When he returned to San Francisco in 1933 to establish his practice, Church carried with him a conviction that gardens should respond to climate, culture, and people.

It was a bold departure from the symmetry and ornament of BeauxArts tradition. Instead of treating yards as decorative showpieces, Church argued they should function like extensions of the home, spaces designed for cooking, lounging, playing, and gathering. His ideas crystallized in his landmark book Gardens Are for People (1955), where he laid out four guiding principles: unity, function, simplicity, and scale. For contractors today, those principles remain a practical framework for creating outdoor environments that feel both livable and enduring.

THE CALIFORNIA STYLE: BLENDING ARCHITECTURE, LANDSCAPE, AND HARDSCAPE

Church’s early projects, like Pasatiempo Estates near Santa Cruz, revealed his emerging “California Style.” Working alongside architect William Wurster, he created landscapes that blurred the lines between house and garden: informal circulation paths, patios that doubled as living rooms, and plantings tuned to drought conditions.

For contractors, this meant that stone, concrete, and wood were no longer just functional materials but design elements as critical as trees or turf. Low walls became seating. Terraces became outdoor dining areas. Pools evolved into sculptural features around which entire social lives revolved.

Today, that integrated approach defines the contractor’s toolkit. Whether it’s a backyard remodel in Los Angeles or a coastal estate in Carmel, clients expect hardscape and planting to feel seamless, not separate. That expectation is directly traceable to Church’s vision.

Above Left: White wisteria cascades from the house facade, draping the tranquil Church Garden courtyard where pruned plane-trees rise above red brick terraces and a quiet sculpture.

Above Right: A rhythmic row of pollarded plane trees arches above the red-brick terrace, their sculptural trunks and clipped crowns lending a serene architectural cadence to the garden room.

ICONIC WORKS AND THEIR CONTRACTOR LESSONS

Church’s projects in the 1940s and 1950s became case studies for generations of contractors.

• Donnell Garden (Sonoma, 1948): With its free-form kidney-shaped pool, rolling lawn terraces, and abstract sculpture, this hillside garden became an icon of postwar California living. For hardscapers, the pool’s form signaled a break from rectilinear geometry, proving that curves and organic shapes could feel modern and inviting.

• Martin Residence Beach Garden (Aptos, 1948): Here, circulation flowed like pathways in the sand, with hardscape transitions guiding the eye and the feet toward framed ocean views. Contractors today replicate these lessons in seaside projects where movement and view corridors are as important as plant choices.

• Walker House (Carmel-bythe-Sea): Perched above rugged coastal cliffs, the design choreographed outdoor rooms leading to dramatic ocean vistas. This

project demonstrated how hardscape, steps, terraces, and retaining walls, could manage topography while enhancing the experience of site and sea.

In each case, Church’s genius was in elevating what contractors build every day: patios, pools, walls, and pathways. He showed how those elements could create spaces that were both functional and culturally resonant.

FROM BACKYARDS TO CAMPUSES: SCALE AND COMMUNITY

While Church is best remembered for private gardens, his work also extended to large public landscapes, where his principles still guide institutional and civic contractors.

• Stanford University: Over three decades, he helped shape open spaces that linked old and new buildings. His emphasis on circulation, shade, and usable plazas resonates with today’s campus contractors building multipurpose student

courtyards and pedestrianfriendly quads.

• UC Santa Cruz: At this forested campus, Church applied the same people-first lens as in residential work, open spaces scaled for gathering, pathways that respect natural contours, and plantings suited to site and climate.

• Parkmerced, San Francisco (1941–1951): In this pioneering residential development, Church approached open space as a shared amenity, designing green courts and pedestrian routes that encouraged community interaction. For contractors working on mixed-use and mid-density projects today, the DNA of Parkmerced is evident: open space is not leftover, it’s essential.

DESIGN DNA: WHAT CONTRACTORS STILL USE

So what exactly did Church leave behind that California landscapers and hardscapers still draw on?

Outdoor Rooms: Defined by patios, decks, pavers, and low walls, outdoor rooms now rank among the most requested features in California homes. Church’s vision of functional zones, dining, lounging, swimming, guides how contractors plan and build them.

Free-Form Shapes: From pools to pathways, flowing curves remain a hallmark of California design. Contractors today often use organic geometries in stonework, retaining walls, and planting beds that echo Church’s modern yet casual spirit. Integrated Hardscape and Planting: Church argued that concrete and stone should be designed as carefully as lawns and shrubs. Today’s hardscapers use this approach in drought-tolerant projects where gravel, decomposed granite, and permeable pavers work hand-in-hand with native plants.

Climate-Responsive Planting: Decades before water restrictions, Church promoted drought-suited choices. For contractors, his foresight is now industry standard: drip irrigation, succulents, Mediterranean shrubs, and designs that reduce turf without sacrificing livability.

Furniture-Like Hardscape: Steps that double as seating, low walls that edge patios, and terraces sized for groups—all ideas pioneered by Church, are construction details that contractors now employ to add both function and value.

DEMOCRATIZING DESIGN AND RAISING CLIENT EXPECTATIONS

One of Church’s greatest contributions was educational. Through his books and frequent articles in Sunset and House Beautiful, he brought design concepts into everyday households. He made homeowners aware that their yards could be more than lawns and hedges, they could be real living space.

For contractors, this legacy means that clients often arrive with higher expectations. They want seamless indoor-outdoor living. They expect functional zones and stylish hardscaping. They assume the pool, patio, and planting will

Left: The iconic, free-form pool at the Donnell Garden in Sonoma flows organically into the landscape, its sculptural curves and sweeping views embodying Thomas Church’s vision of modern California living.

Below: A sleek modern sculpture anchors the central lawn of the Church Garden, where clipped boxwood hedges and gravel paths frame a view toward the white stucco residence beyond.

feel like one design. While this raises the bar, it also provides contractors with opportunities to deliver more sophisticated, higher-value projects.

A PROFESSIONAL LINEAGE

Church’s San Francisco office became a training ground for future leaders like Lawrence Halprin and Robert Royston, who pushed California modernism into new realms of public plazas, parks, and civic spaces. That lineage continues today in the collaborative ethos between architects, landscape designers, and contractors. For California hardscapers and landscapers, working in teams that value design as much as construction echoes the professional culture Church helped establish.

LEGACY FOR CALIFORNIA CONTRACTORS

By the time of his death in 1978, Church had completed more than

2,000 gardens and influenced countless public projects. His archives at UC Berkeley continue to inspire students and professionals alike.

For today’s contractors, his enduring message remains as relevant as ever: gardens are for people. That simple idea reframed outdoor space as essential living space, a shift that continues to shape California yards, campuses, and neighborhoods.

When a contractor builds a curved pool, lays out a multi-level patio, or integrates droughttolerant plantings with permeable hardscape, they are working in Tommy Church’s shadow. His vision set the cultural and design DNA of California landscapes. And his legacy ensures that every wall, walkway, and water feature installed today carries forward the belief that outdoor spaces must first and foremost serve the people who live in them. CL

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