Grounded Earth

About the offering

Grounded Earth is an all-electric ecological landscape management company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, operating since 2022. The company provides ecological landscape maintenance, invasive plant management, and lawn care programs using entirely electric vehicles and equipment (zero-emissions operations). With 100+ verified five-star Google reviews and a 4.9-star rating, the company has evolved from an electric lawn care operation into a structured ecological services business with three service divisions and recurring maintenance programs. The Honeycomb campaign has raised $11,694 from 11 investors toward a $10,000-$25,000 goal, with 27 days remaining. The offering is debt at 11.75% interest with a 60-month term. The Problem Traditional landscaping services focus on short-term cosmetic results rather than long-term landscape health. Residential landscapes in the Twin Cities face growing challenges from invasive plant species, ecological degradation, and maintenance approaches that prioritize appearance over ecological function. Meanwhile, conventional landscaping operations run on gas-powered equipment, creating emissions, noise pollution, and fuel cost exposure. The invasive plant management category has limited competition despite increasing demand across urban landscapes. The Solution Grounded Earth operates within what it calls "Ecological Landscape Management" (ELM)—integrating ecological restoration principles with structured residential service programs designed to support long-term landscape health. The three service divisions are ecological landscape maintenance, targeted invasive plant management, and lawn care programs that serve as entry points into recurring ecological service plans. Restorative property cleanups function as both standalone services and conversion opportunities into long-term maintenance relationships. The all-electric fleet reduces fuel costs, mechanical complexity, and neighborhood noise. Business Model Revenue comes from recurring ecological maintenance programs (primary), standalone invasive plant management services, lawn care programs, and restorative property cleanups. The service model is structured around recurring relationships—lawn care entry points convert to broader ecological service plans. As a Minnesota seasonal business, the majority of revenue is generated between April and November. No specific revenue figures, customer counts, or contract values were disclosed. Traction The company has been operating for 1-5 years (since 2022). Over 100 verified five-star Google reviews with a 4.9-star rating demonstrate strong customer satisfaction and local brand trust. The company has evolved from basic lawn care into a structured multi-service ecological platform. The Honeycomb campaign has raised $11,694 from 11 investors, exceeding the $10,000 minimum goal. No revenue, customer count, or growth metrics were disclosed.

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