Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Landscaping Solutions
Founded in 1939, Margolis Company has evolved from a plant and produce retailer into a premier commercial landscaping firm serving the Twin Cities metropolitan area, greater Minnesota, and Western Wisconsin. With over 80 years of experience, our expertise spans landscape development, site planning, design services, and technically challenging commercial landscape construction. Our specialized crews deliver solutions for irrigation, stonework, grading, drainage, water features, and artificial turf installations, combining technical precision with artistic vision. We prioritize quality through dedicated project management, expert subcontractor collaboration, and a commitment to sustainable, functional landscapes. Our team of licensed professionals, including landscape architects and seasoned estimators, ensures every project meets exacting standards.From initial design to final installation, we focus on client satisfaction through transparent communication and tailored solutions. Our nursery division provides rare plant materials and horticultural expertise, enhancing the longevity and beauty of every landscape. As an industry leader, we maintain strong relationships with local unions, ensuring skilled labor for projects of all scales. Our history of innovation includes adopting specialized equipment like blower trucks for efficient material delivery in challenging spaces. Today, Margolis Company remains family-owned, blending generational knowledge with modern techniques to create enduring outdoor environments for commercial clients.
Services
Landscape Installation
Maintenance
Design
Blower Truck
Nursery
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 years of experience in commercial landscaping.
- Our specialized crews handle technically challenging projects with precision.
- We combine landscape architecture with artistic design expertise.
- Our nursery division provides rare and high-quality plant materials.
- We maintain strong relationships with local labor unions for skilled workforce support.
Services
Landscape Installation
Our landscape installation service encompasses retaining walls, unit paving, irrigation systems, and erosion control. We deploy dedicated crews and equipment to execute complex commercial projects efficiently. By integrating expert subcontractors, we ensure technical precision in grading, soil import, and custom builds while maintaining sustainable practices.
Maintenance
We provide comprehensive landscape maintenance including annual plantings, restoration services, and seasonal modifications. Our team preserves the pristine condition of commercial properties through tailored care plans, ensuring landscapes remain visually striking and functional year-round with minimal client disruption.
Design
Our design service creates functional, aesthetically pleasing landscapes by combining technological expertise with artistic vision. We develop customized solutions from concept to execution, addressing environmental factors and spatial constraints while prioritizing sustainability and long-term usability for commercial clients.
Blower Truck
This specialized service uses a blower truck to deliver dirt, mulch, rock, and seed to challenging access areas. Ideal for elevated or confined spaces, it enhances efficiency in both new installations and maintenance touch-ups while minimizing equipment damage to existing landscapes.
Nursery
Our nursery division offers rare and specialty plant materials sourced through extensive horticultural industry connections. We provide expert guidance on plant selection, maintenance, and environmental suitability, ensuring landscapes thrive with high-quality vegetation tailored to specific project requirements.
People
Jerry Romero
Owner, President
Jerry Romero, a Landscape Architecture graduate from the University of Wisconsin, has led Margolis Company for 33 years. He oversees estimating, project management, and field safety while maintaining hands-on involvement in operations.
Chad Buran
Owner, Vice President
Chad Buran, a Licensed Landscape Architect with a master's from the University of Minnesota, contributes 15 years of design and construction expertise. He specializes in scaling projects of all sizes while maintaining technical and aesthetic standards.
Blake Barnett
Project Manager
Blake Barnett joined Margolis Company in 2019, bringing innovative problem-solving to commercial landscaping projects. His outdoor expertise ensures client visions translate into functional, enduring landscapes through meticulous project execution.
Mary Lindman
Senior Estimator
Mary Lindman, with two decades in construction estimating, manages project financials and planning. Her deep industry knowledge ensures accurate cost projections while mentoring junior staff in best practices.
Natalie Gottschalk
Office Manager
Natalie Gottschalk joined Margolis Company in 2024 as Office Manager, leading administrative operations. She combines leadership experience with a client-focused approach to streamline office functions and enhance team productivity.
Questions
What areas does Margolis Company Company serve?
We serve the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul), greater Minnesota, and Western Wisconsin for commercial landscaping projects.
How long has Margolis Company Company been in business?
We've provided landscaping services since 1939, evolving from a plant retailer to a full-service commercial landscaping firm.
What specialized equipment do you use?
Our blower truck delivers materials to hard-to-reach areas, handling dirt, mulch, rock, and seed efficiently for installations and maintenance.
Do you offer rare plant materials?
Yes, our nursery division sources unique and rare plants through industry connections, providing expert guidance on selection and care.
What types of commercial projects do you handle?
We specialize in landscape installation, maintenance, design, drainage solutions, and technically challenging site builds for commercial clients.
How do you ensure project quality?
We combine licensed professionals, union-certified crews, and project management oversight to maintain high standards in every landscape we create.
