CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in GARDENA, CA
18 verified contractors · 9 carry active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in GARDENA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 18 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in GARDENA, 9 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 9 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in GARDENA
GARDENA 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.
18 Licensed Landscapers in GARDENA
UNIQUE PLANT RENTALS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #634389 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 523 1013
LIVE ART PLANTSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #740560 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(424) 396 3512
SUMMERNET LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #764774 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 420 3268
H2O DYNAMICS LANDSCAPE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Limited Liability · Los Angeles County
License #897249 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 720 9811
GUTIERREZ & SONS TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #934572 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 324 6593
FOREVER GREEN LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #999771 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 946 9638
ALVARADO GARDENING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1010464 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 462 8610
NEW WEST LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #833912 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 617 9667
TORRES RAMON
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #983314 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 350 9998
CAL TERRA DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1050405 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 242 7478
SUNFLOWER FARMS NURSERY INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1069495 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 527 8371
PARAISO LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #651710 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 339 0641
RANCHO CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPING INC
No Active WCLicensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #799840 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 768 1680
AVINA MAXIMILIANO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1065332 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 990 8528
PARAMO LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1135796 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 528 9432
A CERVANTES LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1138132 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(424) 571 1864
PAEZ JR GARDENING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1141995 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 994 5527
VERA LANDSCAPE SERVICES
No Active WCLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1054979 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 433 7361
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in GARDENA
Some GARDENA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold Tree Service (D49)
GARDENA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 18 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 9 (50%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 9 (50%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 11 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 14.6 years
- Longest-established contractor: 34 years (licensed 1991)
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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 GARDENA work year-round?
Yes. GARDENA 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.
