About Blue Sparrow Custom Landscaping Services in Kansas City
Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape is a Kansas City landscaping company dedicated to creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces through thoughtful design, skilled craftsmanship, and dependable service.
For more than 12 years, we’ve helped homeowners and commercial property owners enhance their landscapes with custom landscaping, grounds maintenance, turf care, and outdoor living solutions tailored to their goals and budget.
At Blue Sparrow, we believe landscaping is more than curb appeal. It’s about creating environments that feel welcoming, peaceful, and built to be enjoyed for years to come. From the first consultation to the final installation, our team focuses on honest communication, attention to detail, and delivering results that bring lasting value and peace of mind.
Guided by our mission to “Create Your Calm,” we work every day to enhance nature’s beauty and build outdoor spaces people are proud to call their own.
Meet Jesse Harris
Jesse Harris is the founder and lead designer of Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape, a Kansas City landscaping company specializing in premium landscape design, outdoor living spaces, and property maintenance services.
For over a decade, Jesse has specialized in designing and building landscapes that blend natural beauty with intentional living. His work is rooted in the belief that a well-designed outdoor space should feel timeless, functional, and deeply personal. From elegant residential landscapes to professionally maintained commercial properties, every project is approached with creativity, precision, and long-term vision.
Jesse’s design philosophy centers on balance. He believes the best landscapes are not simply built around trends or unnecessary features, but around how a space should feel and function for the people who use it every day. Whether working within a modest investment or developing a fully customized outdoor living environment, his focus remains the same: delivering thoughtful design, lasting quality, and an experience built on trust.
The Blue Sparrow installation team is continuously trained through hands-on leadership, professional development, and industry certifications to ensure every project reflects the company’s standards of excellence and attention to detail.
Under Jesse’s leadership, Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape has become recognized throughout the Kansas City region for creating calm, beautifully maintained outdoor spaces that bring peace of mind and lasting value to the properties they serve.
Landscaping Experts The Heart of Blue Sparrow
At Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape, everything we do is rooted in thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship, and a genuine commitment to our clients. We believe your outdoor space should feel like an extension of your home—calm, functional, and built around how you actually live.
Paul True
Enhancement Team Leader
Paul True is a key part of the Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape team and serves as one of our dedicated Enhancement Team Leaders.
Known for his incredible work ethic and hands-on approach, Paul brings years of experience, leadership, and pride to every project he takes on. He’s the kind of person who leads by example, never hesitates to get his hands dirty, and genuinely enjoys transforming outdoor spaces into something clients can be proud of.
From landscape improvements and cleanups to detailed enhancement projects, Paul takes pride in creating beautiful, well-maintained properties while helping lead the team with consistency and professionalism.
At Blue Sparrow, Paul is respected for his dedication, reliability, and commitment to quality work. His passion for landscaping and willingness to go the extra mile help ensure our clients receive the high level of service and attention to detail we strive for every day.
When Paul is on a project, clients can trust that the work will be done with care, effort, and pride from start to finish.
Joy Day
Sales Director & Landscape Designer
Joy Day is known around Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape as our plant specialist and design queen.
After spending most of her professional career as an executive in the hotel industry, Joy took a leap of faith in 2021 and embraced a new path in the landscaping world. Since then, she has combined her passion for people, design, and outdoor spaces to help clients create landscapes they truly love.
As Sales Director and Landscape Designer, Joy enjoys helping homeowners and clients bring their vision to life through thoughtful design, beautiful plant selections, and personalized service. If you ask her what she loves most about her role, she’ll tell you it’s learning about new perennials and creating outdoor spaces where families can relax, gather, and enjoy time together.
Much of Joy’s love for plants, flowers, and shrubs comes from years spent gardening alongside her parents, who helped inspire her passion for landscaping and design.
Outside of work, Joy enjoys spending time outdoors, staying active, and adventuring with her two dogs, Ryder and Travis.
Her creativity, energy, and dedication to client experience make her an important part of the Blue Sparrow team.
Kyle Ratliff
Enhancement Project Lead
Kyle Ratliff joined Blue Sparrow Lawn & Landscape with a clear goal: learn the systems, master the processes, and help lead crews to success.
As our Enhancement Project Lead, Kyle plays a critical role in bringing landscape improvement projects to life. From coordinating crews and managing project details to ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard, he is committed to delivering results that make a lasting impact for our clients.
Kyle is known for his strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to continuously learn and grow. He understands that great projects require both attention to detail and effective leadership, and he takes pride in helping team members develop while keeping projects moving forward.
Outside of work, Kyle is a published author with a passion for creativity and storytelling. When he's not writing, you'll likely find him exploring the outdoors, enjoying nature, and pursuing new adventures. His appreciation for the outdoors carries over into his work, where he enjoys helping create beautiful, functional landscapes that people can enjoy for years to come.
Kyle's dedication to personal growth, leadership, and quality craftsmanship makes him a valuable member of the Blue Sparrow team and an important part of our continued success.