The People Behind Intu Nature
Fred
Foreman and Certified Irrigation Technician
With more than 15 years of experience in the landscape industry, Fred brings extensive technical knowledge, practical skill, and thoughtful guidance to every project.
As foreman, he helps lead the field team and oversees the details that allow each design to be brought to life with quality and precision. His certification and experience in irrigation help ensure that landscapes receive the support they need to remain healthy and thrive over time.
Fred approaches his work with care, efficiency, and pride. His steady presence and commitment to doing things properly make him an essential part of both the project experience and the finished result.
Leo
Founder and Chief Visionary Officer
Leo’s path to landscaping began with a background in marine biology and farming. These experiences shaped his appreciation for natural systems and the connection between people and the environment.
He founded Intu Nature with a vision of creating landscapes that strengthen that connection while bringing greater beauty, function, and meaning to everyday spaces. Leo works closely with clients and the Intu Nature team to guide each project with curiosity, collaboration, and a deep respect for the natural world.
For Leo, every landscape is an opportunity to create something lasting. His goal is to ensure that each client feels heard, supported, and excited about the space being created together.
Amie
Healing Gardens Landscape Designer, Consultant, and Accounts Manager
Amie holds a degree in landscape design and brings more than 15 years of industry experience to the Intu Nature team. Her knowledge of plants, design principles, and site conditions allows her to develop landscapes that feel cohesive, welcoming, and thoughtfully suited to each property.
She works closely with clients to understand their preferences, explore possibilities, and translate their ideas into reality. Her approach balances plant health, environmental conditions, and how the landscape will mature over time.
Through her design guidance and client support, Amie helps ensure that each landscape reflects the people who will experience and care for it.
Who We Are?
At Intu Nature, we believe a landscape should feel like a natural extension of the people who live within it. Your property should invite connection, reflect the character of the landscape, and offer something meaningful to enjoy throughout the seasons.
Our work begins by listening. We take the time to understand your ideas, your priorities, and how you hope to use and experience your outdoor space. From there, our team brings together thoughtful design, skilled installation, and attentive care to create a landscape that feels beautiful, functional, and uniquely yours.
Whether you are envisioning a new patio, introducing colorful plants and flowers, rejuvenating an existing garden, improving your irrigation system, or maintaining the health of your landscape, our team has the knowledge and experience to guide you. We provide a complete range of services, from the initial consultation and custom design through installation and continued landscape maintenance.
Serving clients throughout San Diego, we approach every project as a collaboration. Our designers, project leaders, and field professionals contribute their individual expertise while working toward one shared vision for your landscape.
From our first conversation through the final walkthrough, you can expect knowledgeable guidance, clear communication, and genuine care for your property. Your satisfaction is deeply important to us, and we remain attentive throughout the process to ensure that the finished landscape reflects the vision we created together.
We want your landscape to become more than a beautiful space. It should feel like a natural extension of your home and a meaningful part of the way you live.
When you are ready to explore what is possible for your landscape, we would be honored to begin the conversation.
Let’s Create Something Meaningful Together
You do not need to arrive with a finished plan. You only need an idea of how you would like your outdoor space to feel.
Our team will listen, guide you through the possibilities, and help create a landscape that reflects your vision while responding thoughtfully to the character of your property.
Water Sense
A water-efficient irrigation system helps the environment and saves you money. As a professional certified by a WaterSense labeled program, I have a demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to water-efficient practices.
