Over 200 Years of Rooted Tradition.
From a Pennsylvania family's journey by horse and buggy to over 4,000 acres of premium turf across Southern Ontario — Greenhorizons has been growing green spaces, and the communities around them, for generations.
A pioneering spirit, planted in
Ontario soil.
Greenhorizons' vision for a greener, more sustainable community dates back over 200 years, when the Schiedel family's ancestors journeyed by horse and buggy from Pennsylvania to Canada in search of new opportunity on rich Southern Ontario soil.
Generations later, that same pioneering spirit evolved from dairy and grain farming into what would eventually become one of Ontario's leading sod and natural turf operations.
A family farming operation built into
an Ontario institution.
In 1975, Richard and Shirley Schiedel, alongside their two sons Ronald and Steven, officially formed The Greenhorizons Group of Farms Ltd®. What began as a family farming operation that has grown into a network of sod farms and distribution locations across Southern Ontario, including Cambridge, Hamilton, London, Oakville/Mississauga, and specialty natural turf operations in Burford, Ontario.
As the next generation stepped into leadership roles, Ron Schiedel, along with Steve and Christine Schiedel, helped lead the continued growth and expansion of the family business. Together, they played a key role in transforming Greenhorizons into one of Ontario’s leading sod and natural turf companies. Their leadership helped shape the company’s culture, day-to-day operations, and strong family-first values, guiding Greenhorizons into a new era focused on innovation, customer service, environmental stewardship, and long-term growth.
Today, Greenhorizons farms over 6000 acres, with 4,000 acres dedicated to natural turf grass production, taking advantage of Southern Ontario's diverse soil types and microclimates to deliver premium natural turf solutions.
Fourth generation — and deeply rooted.
Today, Greenhorizons proudly continues as a fourth-generation family business. Michael Schiedel now helps lead the company forward, carrying on the family's passion for natural green spaces, premium turf products, and strong customer relationships.
Alongside his wife Taylor and their children Dakota and Gracie, the next generation of the Schiedel family is already deeply rooted in the values that have helped define Greenhorizons for over 50 years.
Sustainable products. Generations of expertise.
Greenhorizons Sod Farms produces and markets sustainable, environmentally beneficial products and services that blend world-leading technologies with generations of farming expertise.
Environmental Stewardship
From LEED-accredited turf grass blends to IPM-produced specialty turf, sustainability is built into every product we grow.
Premium Quality
High-performance natural sports turf systems designed to outperform synthetic alternatives — from backyards to professional pitches.
Community First
We remain committed to creating healthier, greener communities — a value that has guided the Schiedel family for over two centuries.
Family-Led
Four generations of ownership means long-term thinking, trusted relationships, and a personal stake in every roll of sod we deliver.
More than sod. A family of green businesses.
Beyond our sod farms, Greenhorizons owns and operates a growing family of businesses united by a commitment to natural green spaces.
Greenhorizons Sod Farms
Ontario's leading sod and natural turf operation — growing and harvesting premium turf on over 4,000 acres across Southern Ontario's diverse soil types and microclimates.
Explore Our SodBigYellowBag
Premium black garden soil delivered directly to homeowners. What started as a single cubic yard bag has grown to 60+ licensed territories across North America, making gardening easier for families everywhere.
Visit BigYellowBagWillow Valley Golf Course
An architecturally designed golf course in Hamilton that reflects Greenhorizons' dedication to preserving and enhancing natural green spaces for the community.
Learn MoreTalk to the Greenhorizons team.
Whether you're a homeowner, contractor, or landscape architect — we're here to help you find the right turf solution.
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