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Grounded in EXPERIENCE GUIDED BY NATURE
Plant insights for shared and private spaces
At Sunrise Plants we offer thoughtful evaluations and expert guidence
About Sunrise plants
Who We Are What We Do
Introduction and Background
At Sunrise Plants Horticultural, we bring over 30 years of hands-on experience in horticulture, landscape evaluation, and environmental stewardship.
The company was founded by David Glosser, a Certified Horticulturalist, Certified Florida Master Naturalist, and dedicated community land steward. We are deeply rooted in respect for plants, people, and places.
Experience and Perspective
We have decades of experience serving as both a contractor and consultant for private residences and HOA and condo associations.
Our background includes plant selection, installation, maintenance oversight, and long-term plant care programs. This broad perspective helps us understand the practical needs of property managers, boards, and homeowners.
Core Consulting Services
Our work focuses on assessing the health and potential of landscapes. Evaluations include detailed plant recommendations and site-specific guidance aligned with Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ best practices.
We also provide objective reviews of current landscape vendors. These reviews offer insight into performance, contract effectiveness, and opportunities for improved care and cost efficiency.
Our consulting services help communities, property managers, and homeowners bring these principles to life through expert evaluations and tailored recommendations.
Design Approach with Purpose
Visual appeal is thoughtfully balanced with habitat resilience to create landscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, rooted in natural beauty, and reflective of their surrounding context and character.
Our design guidance includes evaluation of both existing and proposed plant selections. We carefully consider form, variety, color, texture, and seasonal interest to help create or refresh landscapes that are vibrant, balanced, and visually engaging throughout the year.
Our Services
Consulting Services
Landscape Consulting for HOAs, Communities, and Homeowners
We provide professional guidance for Grounds Committees and Property Managers overseeing HOA, condo, and community landscapes.
Services include plant selection, vendor oversight, and long-term site planning rooted in ecological best practices. Individual property owners can also benefit from this consultative approach, with scaled evaluations and tailored recommendations.
Florida-Friendly Landscape Guidance
Our recommendations follow UF IFAS best practices that promote water conservation, biodiversity, and long-term landscape resilience. These principles help guide consultations, ensuring your landscape is both beautiful and habitat responsible.
Plant Evaluations
On-site assessments evaluate plant health, placement suitability, and long-term viability.
Property Inventories and Assessments
Comprehensive documentation of existing plant material, identifying native species, invasive plants, and opportunities for improvement.
Action Plans
Tailored strategies for planting, restoration, and landscape management based on the unique conditions and goals of your site.
Sunrise Plants - Nature tour services
Private Guided Nature Tours:
Private Guided Nature Tours: available in local parks, your community, or even in your own backyard!
- Custom small-group tours guided by a Certified Master Naturalist and seasoned horticulture expert. Crafted for curious minds and filled with moments of discovery.
- Biodiversity Discovery Walks: Explore parks or community greenspaces and uncover the rich variety of native plants, animals, and ecosystems in your own neighborhood while learning how to observe, identify, and appreciate the natural world.
- Low-tide sandbar explorations are perfect for nature lovers, curious minds, and anyone drawn to Florida’s coastal beauty. Timed with the tides and rooted in the rhythms of our local waters, this guided outing is easy to arrange and offers a memorable way to connect with the bay and our precious estuary.
- Explorations designed to foster an appreciation for Florida’s coastal and native habitats. Enjoy expanding your understanding of the rich diversity that makes our natural areas unique.
Sunrise Plants - Experience
Experience
Led by David Glosser, Sunrise Plants brings decades of experience, professional certifications, and a deep commitment to responsible horticulture.
Certifications & Professional Affiliations:
- Florida Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) – FNGLA
- Certified Pest Control Operator (CPCO) – Florida Dept. of Agriculture
- Best Practices Trainer – Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection
- Certified Master Naturalist – UF/IFAS
- Invasive Plants Certification – UF/IFAS
- Water Steward Certification – UF/IFAS
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Certified Professional
Leadership & Community Roles:
- Chair, Grounds and Natural Assets – Bent Tree 2 HOA
- Volunteer Land Steward – Big Waters Land Trust
- Emeritus Ambassador – Plant Parents
- Former President – Bromeliad Society (2010–2012)
- Active Member – Florida Native Plant Society, Selby Gardens, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, Audubon Society, Mote Marine, Suncoast Waterkeepers
Additional Expertise:
- Field interpreter and nature guide
- iNaturalist project leader and biodiversity surveyor
- Speaker and educator for community and conservation groups