About UHPH
Our Philosophy & Our People
Our Philosophy
At our core, we are agronomists.
While our expertise is rooted in turfgrass management, our philosophy extends to anything that grows.
We believe the most effective herbicide ever developed isn’t a chemical—it’s a healthy, thriving stand of turfgrass. The same principle applies to fungicides and insecticides. Healthy plants are naturally more resilient. That’s not a trend or a marketing slogan; it’s Agronomy 101.
Every successful plant begins with the soil. Plants are a reflection of the environment beneath them. Whether you’re managing cool-season turf, warm-season turf, pineapples, sorghum, or any other crop, the fundamentals remain the same: healthier soils produce stronger plants.
When soil health is prioritized, plants develop deeper roots, greater vigor, and improved natural defenses. As a result, growers can often reduce their reliance on pesticides, wetting agents, and plant growth regulators while achieving healthier, more sustainable results.
Our mission is not simply to sell products—it is to provide agronomic solutions that strengthen the soil, improve plant health, and help our customers achieve long-term success. We believe that building better soil is the most reliable path to building better plants, and that philosophy guides every recommendation we make.
Meet the Team
The People Behind UHPH
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Frank Heery
Owner, Ultimate Heery Plant Health
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Frank Heery
With nearly three decades in golf course management, Frank founded UHPH to give superintendents, turf professionals, and farmers industry-leading products, unmatched knowledge, and a commitment to results.
- The Club at Mediterra — Director of Agronomy (2012–2015)
- Westmoreland Country Club — Head Superintendent (2002–2012)
- Denver Country Club — Head Superintendent (1999–2001)
- Congressional Country Club — Assistant Superintendent (1997–1999)
B.S. Agronomy & Environmental Science, Delaware Valley University, 1995
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Declan Sminkey
Director of Sales
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Declan Sminkey
After transferring from the University of Scranton, Declan completed his studies at Delaware Valley University. Along the way he gained hands-on experience through internships at Merion, Rolling Green (PA), and Baltusrol, before becoming an Assistant Superintendent at Liberty National Golf Club. He draws on both his formal education and real on-course experience in his work today.
Delaware Valley University
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Let’s Build Better Soil Together.
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