Monit Rosendale
Owner/Landscape Designer since 2000
Landscape Design & Project Management
(804) 355-3444 monit@gardensbymonit.com
The design process is an evolution of ideas that build beautiful solutions. Collaborating with talented associates who share my passion for landscaping keeps me inspired season after season.
Skills:
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Extensive knowledge of plants, combinations, and seasonal interest
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Visualizing plant combinations over time
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Attention to detail
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On-site crew management and collaboration
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Ability to create a unique design and client experience
I am endlessly inspired by new plant selections and combinations. I love the renovation process, seasonal beauty, and seeing the new garden transform from my drawing into reality. Photographing every stage of the garden process is a tool to learn from as well as memories of people and places that have enriched my life.
Work Experience:
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Gardens by Monit, LLC (2000-present) Owner, Landscape Designer-On-site garden consultation, garden coaching, landscape design, curated plant palette, project installation management.
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Southern States Cooperative (1990-2000) Landscape Designer-Developed and managed the residential landscape design department for Southern States. Consulted with residential clients, created landscape designs, prepared installation proposals, and on-site project management with crews. Richmond, VA
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Davey Tree Expert Company (1987-1990) Administrative Assistant-Client relations, coordinated work orders for twenty man crew including plant health care, lawn services and tree care. Richmond, VA
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Bullock Florist (1984-1987) Floral Designer-Weddings and special events. Richmond, VA
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The Plant Man (1983) Greenhouse Manager-Foliage greenhouse production. Richmond, VA
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Lawn Technician (summer 1980) Fairfax County Park Authority, Alexandria, VA
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YCC Crew Leader (summer 1979) U.S. Forest Service, Blacksburg, VA
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Plant Club (1976-78) Initiator/President-Mt. Vernon High School, Alexandria, VA
Education:
B.S., Horticulture-Virginia Tech, 1982 www.hort.vt.edu
Pi Alpha Xi, Honor Society for Horticulture
Associations:
Virginia Society of Landscape Designers (VSLD) www.vsld.org
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VA Certified Landscape Designer |
1992-present
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Website Chair |
2010-2016
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Certification Committee Chair |
2009-2012
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Certification Committee Member |
2002-2009
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Central Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association (CVNLA) www.cvnla.org
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Associate Member |
1992-present
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