CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in NEVADA CITY, CA
12 verified contractors · 5 carry active workers' comp · Average 9 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in NEVADA CITY means looking beyond reviews. Of the 12 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in NEVADA CITY, 5 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 4 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in NEVADA CITY
NEVADA CITY sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.
12 Licensed Landscapers in NEVADA CITY
MILE HIGH GARDENING & LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Nevada County
License #772625 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 477 0557
NATIVE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #971380 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 263 1704
TOUCH OF NATURE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1987 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #514178 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 575 6675
UNIQUE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #1023821 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 927 8044
TORO LANDSCAPE HARDSCAPE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · Nevada County
License #1105968 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 559 8271
ABALONE MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Nevada County
License #1135172 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 205 0725
WEISS LANDSCAPING INC
No Active WCLicensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Nevada County
License #992981 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 271 7478
FULL CIRCLE GARDEN SOLUTIONS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #1112926 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 557 7683
IAN WOLFE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #1131472 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 913 2016
CLARKSON ENTERPRISE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #1136940 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 559 1397
MAINGUTH PLANTS & IRRIGATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #1128163 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 263 4318
TAYLOR MADE LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · Nevada County
License #1067671 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 559 5400
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in NEVADA CITY
Some NEVADA CITY landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
NEVADA CITY Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 12 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 5 (42%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 4 (33%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 4 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 9.4 years
- Longest-established contractor: 38 years (licensed 1987)
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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 NEVADA CITY winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. NEVADA CITY sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
