jim douthit

A native of Hawaii, Jim moved to Boston in 1991 and brought with him a passion for lush and livable gardens. He has studied throughout New England and continues to participate in design seminars both as a speaker and student. In 1994 he started a landscape design business – a Blade of Grass – and has since been creating some of Boston's most desirable properties. An avid athlete, Jim competes in several triathlons each year and spends his free time kayaking, playing volleyball and reading.

heather lashbrook jones

An archeologist by trade, Heather spent much of her childhood planting and pruning in her mother's gardens. That hands-on approach, and a serendipitous meeting in the fall of 1994 has led to the successful partnership that is a Blade of Grass. Heather finds her greatest pleasure in container design and is always looking for an excuse to get her hands in the dirt. Heather continues her design studies at Harvard's Arnold Arboretum and spends her precious leisure time with her family.

joanna mccoy

Blade’s senior designer, Joanna is a self-proclaimed “plant geek”. While her college studies focused on art, her youth was spent on a flower farm where her interest in nature’s varied textures and colors began. She enjoys incorporating non-traditional plants in her designs and employing stone as a garden element. Joanna is a ardent believer in usable outdoor spaces, ones that invite and encourage use by the entire family.

miraim hellweg

Miriam’s specialty is the inner workings of plants, understanding their needs and problems solving any issues that arise. Her degree in biology also aides in finding organic solutions and preventative measures to maximize plant health. She is Blade’s Maintenance Manager and Safety Director, ensuring a hazard-free environment at every property.

sue stoddard

Sue started in the gardening business at the age of fifteen. Her passion lies in our urban landscapes where container planters and floral designs flourish, adding tasteful colors and textures to our clients’ properties. She also enjoys winter decorations both inside and out. Sue is the Blade Crew Manager ruling with both an iron fist and a heart of gold.

the crew