
The Difference
Core Principles
Our company culture is built on a shared belief in our Core Values. These represent principles by which we live and work every day as we strive to positively influence the lives of our clients, employees, and business partners.
Act with Integrity
Be Trustworthy & Accountable, Live by High Ethical Standards, Honor Deadlines & Commitments, Be Prepared. Integrity Ensures Accountability

Soak up Knowledge
Be Coachable, Listen Actively, Receive Feedback with Gratitude, Seek Opportunities for Growth. Knowledge Builds People
Care with Intention
Show Respect & Consideration, Work for the Greater Good, Make a Positive Difference, Be Authentic. Caring Creates Positive Change
Eembrace Process
Follow SOP’s, Understand the Why, Simplify & Solve, Work Collaboratively as a Team. Process Drives Profit
Nurture Tenacity
Take Initiative, Set Clear Goals, Celebrate Milestones, Persevere Through Challenges.
Tenacity Guarantees Results
Drive Innovation
Learn from Failure, Adapt to Change, Think Creatively, Embrace Emerging Technologies. Innovation Energizes Growth
Giving Back
LaurelRock is actively involved within the communities we serve. We are proud to share our time, talent, and resources with the many local and national organizations and charities that work tirelessly to enrich the lives of others.

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ABC House – Westport
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Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
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Brady’s Smile – Trumbull
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Friends of Autistic People – Greenwich
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Greens Farms School – Westport
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Mercy Learning Center – Bridgeport
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Merryhill Child Care Center – Newtown
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Newtown Congregational Church
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Wilton Trackside Teen Center
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Newtown Ecumenical Workcamp
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Newtown High School Career Fair
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Newtown Historical Society
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Redding Congregational Church
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Summer Theater of New Canaan
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The Discovery Museum – Bridgeport
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Westport Historical Society
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Wilton Kiwanis Club
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UConn Foundation
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American Cancer Society
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ASLA Scholarship Fund
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Boy Scouts of America
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
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Girl Scouts of America
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society
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NALP Foundation Academic Excellence Scholarship Fund
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Special Olympics Connecticut
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Honors + Awards
National Association of Landscape Professionals — Merit Award
Seaside EnchantmentNational Association of Landscape Professionals — Merit Award
Historic New England EstateNational Association of Landscape Professionals — Merit Award
Artist's Retreat
At Home A-List — Finalist
Contemporary HomeNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Merit Award
Suburban HomeNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Grand Award
Contemporary HomeConnecticut Cottages & Gardens — Innovation in Design Award
Traditional New England ColonialConnecticut Cottages & Gardens — Innovation in Design Award
Beachfront RetreatNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Merit Award
Traditional New England ColonialAmerican Society of Landscape Architects — Merit Award
Beachfront RetreatNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Grand Award
Family HomesteadNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Judges Award
RetreatNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Grand Award
French Country ChateauNational Association of Landscape Professionals — Grand Award
RetreatNational Association of Landscape Professionals — National Environmental Improvement Grand Award
French Country ChateauNational Association of Landscape Professionals — Merit Award
Beachfront RetreatConnecticut Chapter, American Society of Landscape Architects — Merit Award
French Country Chateau

The cutting garden looks magnificent! I have been cutting 25-40 tulips a day for the house and to give to friends and you can't even tell! I know that your team was here over several days in a week, putting down sweet peat, pruning, clipping and tidying up. Our property has never looked better, and we are so grateful to you and your team for all of your hard work and attention to detail! Thank you!
Resident
Greenwich, CT
The yard looks great with the edging and new mulch.
Resident
Westport, CT
… to say that LaurelRock exceeded our expectations is an understatement! … an aesthetically beautiful and practical … all elements are in harmony plus the sculpture as the focal point is a wonderful element of surprise.
Resident
Bedford Hills, NY
We join the choir of applause to a great company that earned an impressive collection of awards in such a competitive field. We are very happy to be among the clients who receive the benefit of your talent and integrity.
Resident
Wilton, CT
I wanted to let you know how totally happy we are with everything you have created here. It is beautiful and we love it. Thank you for being willing to work with us out in East Hampton and for your great ideas and creativity. You are terrific to work with.
Resident
Garrison, NY
We are delighted with the landscaping. It is beautiful and does exactly what we wanted. We will be recommending you to our friends and neighbors, and look forward to using your services again.
Resident
Rowayton, CT
… I just want to commend you all on my incredible LaurelRock green lawn! Amazing. Everything is perfect for our showing. Delighted.
Resident
Westport, CT
As far as feedback for the project goes, I think the end result is beautiful. It makes me smile every time I come in the driveway... On any project like this there are going to be bumps in the road. My philosophy has always been, stuff happens, but what matters is how people handle it. You and (your team) were consummate professionals in how you dealt with the challenges, making for an overall good experience and an outstanding result.
Resident
Greenwich, CT
By the way, I have been so impressed with LaurelRock...great communication, work is amazing and your guys on the job are all so friendly and pleasant.
Resident
Westport, CT
Training + Safety
At LaurelRock, we constantly strive to work to a high standard to ensure that every project is deployed within a safe work environment and with care and efficiency.
For more than a decade, the firm has been a member of the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) STARS Safe Company Program, the nation’s top safety program for the landscape industry. As a participating company, LaurelRock has made a pledge to excellence in safe work practices by taking an active role in promoting safety throughout the company and investigating and documenting every job-related injury, incident, or accident.
We also firmly believe that off-season training is especially important to ensure a safe spring. This, along with our weekly safety tailgate talks, is a large part of our safety success story at LaurelRock.
LaurelRock is proud to be recognized by the NALP for their commitment to safety, receiving multiple awards in the categories of NALP Overall Safety Achievement and No Vehicle Accidents over the years.

National Association of Landscape Professionals—No Vehicle Accidents Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals—No Days Away from Work Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals—Overall Safety Achievement Award—Silver Performance Level
National Association of Landscape Professionals—No Vehicle Accidents Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals—Overall Safety Achievement Award—Silver Performance Level
National Association of Landscape Professionals—No Vehicle Accidents Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals—Overall Safety Achievement Award—Silver Performance Level
Hearst Media Services / Workplace Dynamics, LLC—Connecticut Top Workplaces Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals—Silver Overall Safety Achievement Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals—No Vehicle Accidents Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals — Sustainable Company Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals — Sustainable Company Award
National Association of Landscape Professionals — National Safety Recognition Award
Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) — Safety Success Award, First Place
National Association of Landscape Professionals—National Safety Recognition Award
Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA)—Safety Success Award, First Place
Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA)—Safety Success Award, Honorable Mention
National Association of Landscape Professionals—National Safety Recognition Award

When you think about your childhood what do you remember?
Finding joy in your outdoor spaces is something that is important to our company. That is why LaurelRock has taken a leadership role in the non-profit organization, Come Alive Outside, which works closely with partners in the landscaping industry and other sectors to encourage people to spend more time outdoors.
LaurelRock’s President, Burt DeMarche, is personally invested and serves on the Board of Directors. His goal is to bring to life the values of Come Alive Outside in our community – get active outside. Eat what you grow. Learn with your hands. Relax outdoors. Play unplugged.