The Magic Behind New Leaf Nursery

Behind every great family owned business is a strong leadership team. New Leaf Nursery Owners Eric and Elaine Christen, and General Manager Ben Christen are a key piece of the puzzle that make New Leaf Nursery such an amazing place to work and shop! If you’ve ever visited New Leaf, you can find all three of them walking the nursery grounds frequently, authentically inspiring customers through their gardening journey. They take great pride in their business and it reflects throughout the community. Next time you’re at the Nursery, make sure to say hello!

Meet the Sales Team

At the heart of our New Leaf spirit lies a commitment to exceptional customer service—a quality that sets us apart and defines who we are. We are excited to pull back the curtain and introduce you to the dedicated members of our sales team. Collectively, with 235 years of industry experience, the expertise of our core sales team is unmatched—there’s no challenge too daunting, and no project too complex that we can’t tackle!

COMBINED DEGREES & EXPERIENCE:

• Over 60 years experience in master gardening

• Over 30 years of nursery management

• Degrees in Entomology and Horticulture, Masters of Science in Horticulture

• Bachelor’s degrees in Landscape Horticulture with a minor in Landscape Architecture

• Doctorate in Plant Medicine

• Degrees in Ornamental Horticulture

• Studies in Biology, Ecology, and Zoology

• Careers in Forest Service Nursery in CDA

• Background in organic gardening and environmental sciences

• Expertise in propagation, design, and plant material selection for landscaping

• Recognized landscape designers with National competition awards

• Specializing in backyard space design and homeowner collaboration

Each member of our team brings a unique set of skills and insights to the table, harmoniously creating a powerhouse of knowledge that is dedicated to personalized experiences, and going above and beyond to ensure outstanding customer service.