CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in PALM SPRINGS, CA
10 verified contractors · 5 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in PALM SPRINGS means looking beyond reviews. Of the 10 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in PALM SPRINGS, 5 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 3 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in PALM SPRINGS
PALM SPRINGS sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30–35°F. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk — 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.
PALM SPRINGS's Soil Profile
The dominant soil across PALM SPRINGS's ZIP codes is — 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.
10 Licensed Landscapers in PALM SPRINGS
PARADISE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #530097 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 218 6804
BLUE PALM LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #814131 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 320 5103
ARBOR LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1006081 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 322 2234
VAN DORA EVANS STEVEN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #546058 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(213) 591 4100
GUS LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #911246 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 808 1285
XEROPHYTE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #989020 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 408 1576
GUS LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1074185 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 808 1285
YERBA BUENA LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1082722 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 861 1668
BUCK JM LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1098111 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 774 9169
BELTRAN'S LANDSCAPING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1138886 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 288 5832
PALM SPRINGS Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 10 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 5 (50%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 3 (30%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 6 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.1 years
- Longest-established contractor: 38 years (licensed 1988)
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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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in PALM SPRINGS?
PALM SPRINGS'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.
