CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in Monterey County, CA
211 verified contractors ยท 144 with active workers' comp ยท Average 13 years in business ยท Updated August 2026
Across Monterey County, 211 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 12 cities. 144 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 119 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across Monterey County
Monterey County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30โ35ยฐF. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk โ rare but possible, meaning irrigation systems need winterization readiness even if they rarely need it. The mild climate supports an enormous range of plant material, but summer fog patterns, coastal wind exposure, and microclimate variation within a single neighborhood can dramatically change what thrives. Local experience matters here more than in more uniform climates.
Cities in Monterey County
Top-Verified Contractors in Monterey County
Smith And Enright Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1999 ยท 27 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #757700
Status: CLEAR โ
Sunrise Landscape Company
Licensed 2000 ยท 25 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Monterey County
License #784679
Status: CLEAR โ
Habitat Gardens
Licensed 2002 ยท 24 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #805848
Status: CLEAR โ
Inca Landscape Management
Licensed 2006 ยท 20 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Monterey County
License #875311
Status: CLEAR โ
Schlegel Landscapes Incorporated
Licensed 2006 ยท 19 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #884809
Status: CLEAR โ
Guardados Landscape
Licensed 2007 ยท 18 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Monterey County
License #907640
Status: CLEAR โ
Reliable Landscaping
Licensed 2010 ยท 16 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Monterey County
License #947785
Status: CLEAR โ
Velasquez Landscaping
Licensed 2013 ยท 13 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #983724
Status: CLEAR โ
Cabrera Landscaping Services Inc
Licensed 2013 ยท 13 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #982889
Status: CLEAR โ
Geoff Smith Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2015 ยท 10 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #1008726
Status: CLEAR โ
Advanced Garden Solutions
Licensed 1990 ยท 35 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Monterey County
License #600837
Status: CLEAR โ
All Things Green Landscape Inc
Licensed 1991 ยท 35 years in business
Corporation ยท Monterey County
License #614809
Status: CLEAR โ
Monterey County Landscapers by Specialty
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 โ 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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in Monterey County?
Monterey County's summer fog and microclimate variation change what thrives block to block. Contractors with local experience choose plant material and irrigation schedules matched to your specific exposure rather than a generic plan.