CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in Orange County, CA
1,035 verified contractors ยท 643 with active workers' comp ยท Average 17 years in business ยท Updated September 2026
Across Orange County, 1,035 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 37 cities. 643 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 658 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across Orange County
Orange County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35โ40ยฐF and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States โ 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 โ a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
Orange County Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 1,035 hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping licence in Orange County
- 643 (62%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 620 (60%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 658 have been licensed 10+ years
- Average time in business: 17 years
Cities in Orange County
Top-Verified Contractors in Orange County
Oceanscape Design Inc
Licensed 1998 ยท 28 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #749315
Status: CLEAR โ
Reid Concrete Construction Inc
Licensed 2007 ยท 18 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #904326
Status: CLEAR โ
Griffith Company
Licensed 1929 ยท 96 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #88
Status: CLEAR โ
Star Landscape Inc
Licensed 1976 ยท 49 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #329274
Status: CLEAR โ
West Coast Arborists Inc
Licensed 1978 ยท 47 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #366764
Status: CLEAR โ
O'connell Landscape Maintenance Inc
Licensed 1979 ยท 46 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #383168
Status: CLEAR โ
Reliable Landscape Services
Licensed 1981 ยท 44 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Orange County
License #411025
Status: CLEAR โ
Hunter Landscape Inc
Licensed 1985 ยท 41 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #473288
Status: CLEAR โ
Rgs Landscape & Arbor Care
Licensed 1985 ยท 40 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #479192
Status: CLEAR โ
Ming's Earth Designs Inc
Licensed 1985 ยท 40 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #482987
Status: CLEAR โ
Mason Marc Landscape Service
Licensed 1986 ยท 40 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Orange County
License #490874
Status: CLEAR โ
Bemus Landscape Inc
Licensed 1986 ยท 40 years in business
Corporation ยท Orange County
License #492084
Status: CLEAR โ
Orange 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.
Do landscapers in Orange County work year-round?
Yes. Orange County sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year โ though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.