CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in LOS ANGELES, CA
184 verified contractors · 100 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in LOS ANGELES means looking beyond reviews. Of the 184 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in LOS ANGELES, 100 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 120 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in LOS ANGELES
LOS ANGELES 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.
LOS ANGELES's Soil Profile
The dominant soil across LOS ANGELES's ZIP codes is Sandy loam — a well drained soil in USDA Hydrologic Group B. Drainage and irrigation should be matched to this soil's infiltration rate; ask contractors how they account for it in grading and planting.
184 Licensed Landscapers in LOS ANGELES
PEREA LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #955239 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 829 4802
MICKEY HARGITAY PLANTS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #967789 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 467 8044
STOUT DESIGN - BUILD INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #980007 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 853 0332
GREEN LEGACY LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #981480 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 757 7601
CADRE LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #983806 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(818) 808 7417
KOREATOWN YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTER INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #988735 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(213) 365 7400
ANKOR ASSOCIATES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #990937 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 734 2700
GO GREEN LANDSCAPE & DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1000388 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 947 9982
DESIGNED BY NATURE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1005796 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 666 1478
INO STACY K
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1976 · 50 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #315205 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 479 6274
TORRES LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1976 · 49 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #325626 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 673 3405
RICHARDSON JACK BURCH
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1977 · 48 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #348778 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 418 8739
LEVY DOUG LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1981 · 45 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #398997 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 500 8635
HAMMERHEAD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1984 · 42 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #455970 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 376 3230
JIM N MATSUO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #464312 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(818) 679 6577
GARDEN PACIFIC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #541868 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 333 1941
GALPER PHILIP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #566246 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 837 1600
MARINA IRRIGATION AND LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #568627 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 482 7487
ANNANDALE GARDEN CENTER
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #599216 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(818) 807 5528
PLOT DESIGN LA INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #621151 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 627 7527
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in LOS ANGELES
Some LOS ANGELES landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 8 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 28 also hold General Building (B)
- 7 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 4 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 13 also hold Tree Service (D49)
LOS ANGELES Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 184 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 100 (54%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 120 (65%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 100 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 68 years (licensed 1958)
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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 LOS ANGELES work year-round?
Yes. LOS ANGELES 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.
