Meet The Friendly Team at The Grounds Guys of Union

Owner

Phil grew up in Hermann and moved to Union in 1983. He's married and has two kids. He is passionate about what he does and enjoys what nature has to offer. He particularly loves the Missouri River and the history it brings. When he's not in the yellow & gold uniform, you can find Phil giving back to the community, reading, traveling, or playing around on his jet ski. Fun Fact: Phil has been in the landscaping business since 1976. He purchased Platt Landscaping in 2004 and became a Grounds Guys Franchisee in 2012!

Lawn Care Program & Maintenance

What Jeff loves about working in landscaping is the before and after transformations, seeing how he can transform a space into something beautiful. His unique talent is his ability to listen to customers and teach other team members, ensuring everyone is on the same page. His favorite projects to work on are lawn care and irrigation projects, where he can make a tangible difference. Jeff enjoys working outdoors because he’s able to control his efficiency, making sure each task is done right. What motivates Jeff the most is seeing the results of his work and making Phil smile!

Hardscape Design & Install

Steve’s favorite thing about working in landscaping is seeing the dramatic landscape transformations. He brings a keen eye for detail and creative design ideas to every task, especially large design projects. Steve enjoys sunshine, nature, and fresh air. When he’s not landscaping, you’ll find him tackling DIY projects, spending time with family, and maintaining his own property. He enjoys helping customers bring their outdoor visions to life. Steve is motivated by pride in his work and delivering fantastic results to customers.

Estimating, Design & Maintenance

Rachel has a passion for working outdoors and transforming spaces, she loves seeing a project come to life. Inspired by her love of hands-on work and the artistic element of landscaping, she chose this career to combine her creativity with the outdoors. She enjoys creating beneficial and functional landscapes, creating spaces that can serve a purpose while being beautiful. For this reason, her favorite plants are flowering perennials, as they offer long-lasting beauty and vibrancy. Outside of landscaping, Rachel enjoys fishing, hunting, walking, and exploring the woods. What she loves most about helping customers is the joy and relief she can provide, surprising customers with beautiful transformations. She’s motivated by leaving a positive, lasting impression and building meaningful relationships with customers.

Customer Service Representative

Dana’s favorite things about working in landscaping are making customers happy and delivering great results. She is always attentive to customers’ needs, bringing a strong work ethic and great listening skills to her role. Dana enjoys working on Lawn Care Programs and taking on big projects. She is motivated by the pride she feels in her work and the difference she helps to create every day.