OUR TEAM

Michael Prokopchak, ASLA, President

Michael entered the landscape/nursery industry at the age of 13 working for a nursery in Davidsonville, MD. He holds a degree in landscape architecture from Temple University and is recognized as a full member of the American Society of Landscape Architects. He brings with him 20 years experience in the landscape industry. His reputation for being extremely creative and passionate in his designing drew him to start Walnut Hill Landscape Company. Michael's commitment to quality has garnished him with the highest award in his field with a Grand Award for design from the Landscape Contractors Association of MD, DC, and VA. Michael enjoys helping the community through volunteering as Fire Fighter/EMT and being on his boat in the Chesapeake Bay with family and friends. To this day there is not a project that the company has done that Michael has not had his hand in. This is the personal touch that sets Walnut Hill Landscape Company apart from others. Contact Mike at Mikep@walnuthilllandscape.com

Matthew Prokopchak, Vice President

Matthew like his brother Michael entered the landscape industry at a young age of 16. Matthew brings with him, the know-how to run production of a large company. He facilitates the equipment and materials on the company's projects as well as manages all employees' relations. Matthew also handles the company's ever-growing fleet of equipment and vehicles. With the size and scope of projects, logistics is now a large part of his efforts. Matthew has the distinct if not enviable, task of traveling the area to work on the company's prestigious projects. He enjoys the waters of the Chesapeake Bay on his boat with family and friends. His "Get it Done, Whatever it takes" attitude sets Walnut Hill Landscape Company apart from others. Contact Matt at Mattp@walnuthilllandscape.com

Ronda Prokopchak, Purchaser

Michael's wife Ronda developed her love for the outdoors at an early age. As the purchasing agent for Walnut Hill, Ronda is able to fulfill this job requirement by spending her time traveling to nurseries to hand select plant material for our projects and also managing our own nursery inventory. Ronda is a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in Horticulture. Prior to starting Walnut Hill with Michael and Matthew, she worked for ValleyCrest the nation's largest landscape company as their Chief Purchasing Agent for the Mid-Atlantic Region. In this position she was fortunate to provide the plant material for such projects as The National Museum of the American Indian, the Borgata Casino in Atlantic City, The Arctic Exhibit at the Baltimore Zoo and many others. She uses her vast experience to procure the best plant material for all Walnut Hill projects. She and Michael have 3 small children. In their spare time they share a love of boating, music and great food. Contact Ronda at Ronda@Walnuthilllandscape.com

Jim Pendleton, Landscape Designer

Jim has been in the landscape industry for over 36 years. Beginning as a laborer, shovel in hand; he claims to have never worked a day in his life, simply because he loves his job. Touted as one of the area's premier landscape designers he has been the recipient of a multitude of awards, both locally and nationally, with an impressive list of clients. His work has been exhibited in several magazines, and he has worked under contract with Time/Life books in their Home Improvement Series. A client once asked him how he was able to design so "out of the box". His answer was simple... he never knew there was a box. Contact Jim at jimp@walnuthilllandscape.com

Kristina Daccarett, Landscape Designer

Kristina's interest in Landscape Design was fueled by her love of biology and nature. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Animal Science from Michigan State University and a Graduate Degree in Landscape Design from George Washington University. Kristina enjoys creating comfortable and relaxed outdoor designs for Walnut Hill's clients. Outside of design her interests include horseback riding, travel, and cooking. Contact Kristina at kristina@walnuthilllandscape.com

Grace Schneider, Landscape Architect

Grace was drawn into the field of Landscape Architecture through her love of the outdoors and art. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Landscape Architecture degree from West Virginia University. Since graduating, she was initially employed as a land planner, designing conceptual residential and commercial developments to obtaining county approval of final plans for such developments. She has found her greatest satisfaction in residential landscape design and installation. For her, it is very exciting to meet a client, ascertain their dreams and wishes go through the design process with them and have the final product be their property transformed into beautiful, usable spaces. Her philosophy is, "the possibilities are endless." Outside of designing, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing tennis and travel. Contact Grace at grace@walnuthilllandscape.com