CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in GARDEN GROVE, CA
38 verified contractors · 24 carry active workers' comp · Average 11 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in GARDEN GROVE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 38 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in GARDEN GROVE, 24 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 22 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in GARDEN GROVE
GARDEN GROVE sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35–40°F and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States — a near-endless growing season, but also near-endless water demand. Experienced contractors here design around California's water restrictions, favor Mediterranean and drought-adapted species, and build irrigation systems calibrated for year-round operation. The absence of frost also means pest and disease pressure never resets — a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
38 Licensed Landscapers in GARDEN GROVE
CUSTOM DESIGN LANDSCAPE CO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1982 · 44 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #420253 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 381 4184
WALTS TREE & LANDSCAPE SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #536115 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 425 0226
MARTIN LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #703000 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 636 3634
LOPEZ LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #745211 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 200 3361
BEAUTY SCAPES LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #806050 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 981 8289
A S I LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #797067 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 638 0696
N I C E LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE INCORPORATED
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #862176 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 836 4025
EVER GREEN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #952916 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 537 3319
UNITED CONCRETE CARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #980779 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 317 4136
WEST GROVE LANDSCAPE CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #998820 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 866 0059
V G S LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1005651 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(657) 263 4503
ADMIRABLE WORKS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #827431 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 658 4769
NAM'S CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #880816 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 300 8484
SO CAP POOL PLASTERING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #953446 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 468 6255
B AND S LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #996600 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 537 7386
COLTS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #996285 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 925 4187
COVI HARDSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1021035 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 423 5579
GUERRERO'S LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1040361 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 328 3126
ANGELES LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1074298 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 932 5516
CORTES LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1082725 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 650 3391
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in GARDEN GROVE
Some GARDEN GROVE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 4 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 2 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 6 also hold Tree Service (D49)
GARDEN GROVE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 38 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 24 (63%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 22 (58%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 17 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 11.4 years
- Longest-established contractor: 44 years (licensed 1982)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a landscaping contractor's license in California?
Every contractor on this page links to its official CSLB license-detail record. Search the license number at cslb.ca.gov to confirm the license is current, the classification is C-27 (Landscaping), and the status is CLEAR before you hire.
What is the difference between a C-27 licensed contractor and an unlicensed landscaper?
A C-27 license means the contractor passed California's trade and law exams, posted a contractor bond, and is accountable to the CSLB. Unlicensed operators carry none of those protections — you have little recourse if work is defective or someone is injured on your property.
Why does workers' compensation insurance matter when hiring a landscaper?
If a contractor employs a crew, active workers' comp insurance means you are not liable for on-site injuries. A contractor without it can legally work alone, but you take on real risk the moment an uninsured crew sets foot on your property.
Do landscapers in GARDEN GROVE work year-round?
Yes. GARDEN GROVE sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year — though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.
