Residential Grounds Management
Shorb’s experienced crews provide expert horticultural care and grounds management throughout the entire year.
Stormwater Management
Poor drainage around your home can lead to wet basements and other costly home repairs. Shorb provides innovative and lasting landscape water management solutions—from design to installation.
Residential Seasonal Plantings
Seasonal plantings of flowers and potted plants to your patio, deck, or entry way add interest and versatility while providing a welcoming splash of color.
Pesticide Information
At Shorb, we are stewards of the environment. When using chemical treatments, we take a “light touch” approach, using products that are safe and effective, while also adhering to local regulatory requirements.
Hand Watering Services
Out of town or on a summer vacation? Shorb’s crews will hand water your plants on the appropriate intervals, which will be adjusted according to the weather.
Specialty Cleaning Services
Shorb customers know us for our impeccable landscape design and maintenance services, but we can also help with just about any job or task to get your property in tip-top shape, and ready to enjoy for the season.
Hardscape Design and Installation
While lush gardens and manicured lawns contribute significantly to a home’s curb appeal, a well-designed hardscape can truly elevate a property’s functionality and value.
How to Create a Welcoming Garden for Birds
Gardening for wildlife is an eco-friendly way to create an enjoyable space. It also preserves the habitat of the creatures you share it with.
Smart Irrigation Systems
Whether you’re motivated by water conservation, saving money, a drive to utilize modern technology, or all the above—Shorb can help you install a smart irrigation system, or upgrade your current system to achieve all these goals.
Ted Pleiman
Ted is a Landscape Consultant based out of Shorb’s Rockville branch. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, where he earned a degree in Environmental Science. Ted brings a thoughtful, problem-solving approach to the landscape industry, offering practical solutions to challenges across a wide range of properties. His expertise includes plant […]
Mike Martinko
Mike is a Landscape Consultant working out of Shorb’s Rockville branch. He is a graduate of Salisbury University, where he earned a degree in Business Management. He believes proactive communication and early education around landscape concerns are key to building strong, long-term partnerships. Mike brings strong industry knowledge and excels at balancing functional landscape needs […]
Andrea Lanier
Andrea is a Landscape Consultant with Shorb’s Kensington branch and brings a strong problem-solving mindset to every project. She holds degrees in Horticulture and Architecture from Brigham Young University (BYU), allowing her to blend thoughtful design principles with diverse and evolving plant palettes. Andrea enjoys tackling complex challenges and working collaboratively with clients to create […]
Maritza Argueta
Maritza is the Branch Administrator for Shorb’s Kensington branch. She specializes in bilingual services, purchasing coordination, and leading employee onboarding, playing an integral role in supporting both the team and daily operations. Maritza enjoys the landscape industry for its constant learning opportunities and takes pride in applying new skills to help the team, the branch, […]
Audra Wardle
Audra is a Landscape Consultant based out of Shorb’s Kensington branch. She specializes in container plantings, residential landscape maintenance, plant design, and customer service, working closely with clients to create outdoor spaces they can truly enjoy. A graduate of Howard Community College, Audra is passionate about connecting people with nature and finds great fulfillment in […]
Pat Pisano
Pat is a Landscape Consultant with Shorb’s Kensington branch. He holds a degree in Marketing from Clarion University and brings a creative, solutions-oriented approach to every project. His background allows him to combine strategic thinking with industry knowledge to address unique client needs. Pat enjoys the variety the landscape industry offers and values the opportunity […]
Scott Warnick
Scott is Shorb’s Senior Landscape Design Consultant, specializing in large-scale landscape design, installation, and project management. He is a graduate of the University of Delaware, where he earned a degree in General Horticulture and Landscape Horticulture. cott focuses on complex design/build projects and works closely with clients to guide projects from concept through construction. He […]
