Business Details
Award-Winning Landscaping & Stonework in Richmond, VT
Morning Dew is an award-winning residential and commercial landscape design and build firm dedicated to creating outdoor spaces that harmonize with their ecological surroundings. Our approach combines sophisticated design principles with expert craftsmanship, utilizing a unique plant palette and custom stonework to craft visionary landscapes tailored to each client's needs. Founded by Matt Leonetti, a VT Certified Horticulturist with over 8 years of certification and extensive experience in horticulture and organic farming, we prioritize ecological sustainability and artistic innovation.Our team of professional artisans ensures meticulous attention to detail, from initial design and budgeting to final installation, guaranteeing client satisfaction through a seamless process. We specialize in patios, gardens, plantings, and stone walls, offering comprehensive services including master planning, installation, maintenance, and site consultations. Our commitment to industry excellence is reflected in our membership in professional organizations and our focus on staying at the forefront of landscape design trends and sustainable practices.
Services
Landscape Design
Stonework
Patios
Gardens
Plantings
Fencing
Maintenance
Site Consultations
Organic Soil Solutions
Custom Masonry
Highlights and features
- We offer 8+ years of VT Certified Horticultural expertise.
- Our team combines artistic design with sustainable landscaping practices.
- We provide tailored solutions for unique site-specific challenges.
- Our artisans ensure meticulous attention to detail in every project.
- We maintain active involvement in professional landscaping organizations.
Associations and certifications
- VT Certified Horticulturalist
What people say
Excellent work
Creative designs
Dedicated artisans
Personalized service
Highly recommend
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor environments that integrate architecture, personal aesthetics, and ecological balance. We develop visionary plans using unique plant palettes and stonework, ensuring year-round beauty and functionality. Our process includes site analysis, client consultation, and detailed design execution.
Stonework
Custom stonework solutions include patios, walls, and pathways crafted with local and imported materials. Our artisans employ traditional dry-stone techniques to create durable, aesthetically unique structures that enhance property value and complement natural surroundings.
Patios
We design and install patios that extend living spaces into naturalistic settings. Using bluestone and other materials, our patios combine functional layouts with artistic patterns, creating durable outdoor areas for relaxation and entertainment that harmonize with home architecture.
Gardens
Our garden services focus on creating dynamic plant compositions with perennials, shrubs, and conifers. We emphasize seasonal interest, textural contrast, and low-maintenance designs that provide year-round beauty while supporting local biodiversity and ecological health.
Plantings
Expert plant selection and installation services featuring unique species tailored to site conditions. We prioritize plants with varying bloom times, textures, and winter interest to create vibrant, sustainable landscapes that evolve beautifully across seasons.
People
Matt Leonetti
Owner
Matt Leonetti, VT Certified Horticulturist with 8 years of certification, brings extensive experience in organic farming and landscape design. He graduated from UVM with 9 academic awards and previously managed a 50-member organic CSA farm. His expertise spans plant selection, stone masonry, and sustainable design practices.
Questions
What services does Morning Dew offer?
We provide landscape design, stonework, patios, gardens, plantings, fencing, maintenance, and site consultations for residential and commercial properties in Vermont.
How does Morning Dew approach sustainable landscaping?
We prioritize ecological balance by using native plants, organic materials, and designs that integrate with natural surroundings while maintaining aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Can you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we offer full-service design-build solutions from concept development through final installation, ensuring seamless execution of your vision.
Do you work on commercial properties?
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial clients, creating customized outdoor spaces that meet specific business needs while maintaining ecological integrity.
What makes your stonework unique?
Our artisans use traditional dry-stone techniques with local materials, creating durable, one-of-a-kind structures that reflect Vermont's natural heritage and enhance property value.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
We maintain open communication throughout every project phase, offering personalized solutions tailored to individual needs and providing a comprehensive warranty on all work.
Reviews (2)
Mark Borthwick
May 30, 2016
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We're extremely pleased with our courtyard makeover, which combines elements of stone and wood and living things in very pleasing ways, even a crafted stone wall, and it expanded our living space. The quality of both landscape design and workmansip exceeded our expectations. Every effort was made to accommodate our tastes and needs.
Todd Meisler
May 12, 2012
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Morning Dew Landscaping provides outstanding craftsmanship and works with exquisite materials. The attention to detail on waterfall features are remarkable and are accented by the natural details of the stone itself which is hand selected to ensure a consistency which can be admired. We love their work.
