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Poynter Landscape Management Team

From left: John Schultz - Senior Vice President, Bob Wilhelm - Vice President, Business Development and Design, Richard Poynter - President and CEO, Don Kasden - Landscape Maintenance Division Manager, Ed Albes - Vice President, Design Build Production.

Backed by extensive experience and an outstanding reputation, Owner Richard Poynter and the professionals at Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction have become a household name in the St. Louis area. We work with you personally, one-to-one, to give your home improvement project the special attention to detail you deserve.

We also pride ourselves on taking a friendly, professional, environmentally friendly approach to every construction management job. Our uniformed employees are known for their reliability. And as a family-owned business, you can trust that we'll always go the extra mile to make your vision a reality.  

Award-Winning Company

Landscape Award

We have won six national PLANET Environmental Improvement and Design awards. These awards of excellence were awarded for projects we designed and installed here in the St. Louis Metropolitan area. We were also awarded Readers' Pick for “Best Landscape Designer” in St. Louis AT HOME Magazine. These awards reflect our commitment to creative design, ongoing excellence in engineering, and our ability to produce beautiful and functional outdoor living spaces of which people are proud. We're experts at creating landscapes and hardscapes that are beautiful when completed and long-lasting for many years to come. 

The Professionals at Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction

Our staff members boast an extensive education and a great deal of practical experience in a broad range of areas, all of which are important for your project to be spectacular. These include Floriculture, Horticulture, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Computer Science, Plant and Soil Science, Health and Safety, Irrigation Design and Engineering, Water Management, and Insect and Pest Management.

Richard Poynter

Richard, President of Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction, has over 30 years of Landscape Design, Horticulture, Construction Management and Water Management experience. By fostering creativity and a quality-driven attitude among his staff, Richard helps to ensure that every landscaping construction project is a success. "With the right focus, the right environment and the right people, we're well-equipped to give our clients exactly what they want - and more," says Richard.

Bob Wilhelm

With 30 years of industry experience, Bob is the creative guru and head honcho of the Design Department. His combined knowledge in Landscape Design, Horticulture, Engineering, Irrigation Design, Water Management and Construction Management will make your project come together professionally, accurately and on time.

John Schultz

John has a true knack for "people management" and brings over 20 years of experience to Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction. In charge of Contract Administration and Information Technology, John is a true "hub of the wheel," making sure that our Sales, Design and Production Departments communicate seamlessly to finish your project on time, on budget and to your satisfaction.

Ed Albes

Ed is a true professional with 25 years of industry experience. His attention to detail and extensive knowledge of plants, soils and Landscape Construction Management ensure that your project is installed accurately, efficiently and with care. He is always available to answer any questions you may have.

Don Kasden

With 30 years in the industry, Don brings a wealth of knowledge in Landscape Design, Landscape Lighting, Irrigation, Installation, Horticulture Maintenance and Arboriculture. Don is a jack of all trades, working in Design/Build Sales, Maintenance Sales, running our AfterCare Program and maintaining all of our equipment.

Chris Hohnstrater

With his Master's Degree in Horticulture and 20+ years of experience, Chris heads the Horticulture Maintenance Department. Chris is our Quality Control and Horticulture technical expert for all Plant Maintenance, Plant Disease and Insect Management. He manages all maintenance customer accounts and maintenance crews. He also manages our horticulture inventory to ensure that there will never be a delay in the completion of your landscape construction project.

Reliable, Uniformed Craftsmen Installers

Our experienced Craftsmen take pride in their dependability and their work, ensuring that your project is constructed professionally from the start. The Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction crew commits to stringent company policies so that customers can count on friendly and courteous service from knowledgeable Craftsmen at all times.

Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction is a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business and an active member of these national Green Industry organizations:

American Society of Landscape Architects ALSA

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) is a national professional association representing landscape architects. Beginning with 11 original members, ASLA has grown to more than 18,000 members and 48 chapters, representing all 50 states, U.S. territories and 42 countries around the world.    

American Nursery & Landscape Association

 ANLAThe American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA) is the national voice of the nursery and landscape industry. Members grow, distribute and retail plants of all types, and design and install landscapes for residential and commercial customers.


Professional Landcare Network

The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is an international association serving lawn care professionals, landscape management contractors, design/build/installation professionals, and interior plantscapers. PLANET PLANET emerged on January 1, 2005, when the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) and the Professional Lawn Care Association of America (PLCAA) joined forces to become a more encompassing network of green industry professionals.


BBB Better Business Bureau Accredited Business

Poynter Landscape Architecture & Construction is a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business with an A+ rating.