CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in PASADENA, CA
39 verified contractors · 15 carry active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in PASADENA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 39 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in PASADENA, 15 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 18 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in PASADENA
PASADENA 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.
PASADENA's Soil Profile
The dominant soil across PASADENA'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.
39 Licensed Landscapers in PASADENA
PACIFIC CUSTOM POOLS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1982 · 44 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #417294 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 795 3400
VINEDO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #462633 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 808 1570
HAYNES LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #788848 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 441 3725
LIVEOAKS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #873169 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 221 4621
INTEGRITY LANDSCAPE AND CONCRETE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #893464 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 479 0079
STUDIO PETRICHOR P C
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #952509 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 632 7844
MARVEL LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #963822 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(818) 495 0513
NEW IMAGE LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #977893 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 808 1258
DE MAURO MICHAEL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #541185 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 797 0440
EMERALD LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #534386 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 794 9532
L D I CONSTRUCTION INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #597951 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 523 7623
LAMBAREN LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #660650 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 759 0801
JUAN FRANCO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #759052 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 255 4319
WEST COAST LANDSCAPE & DIGITAL DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #834152 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 818 8704
WESTERN LINING & LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #826152 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 747 9609
REYES JESUS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #897989 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 398 6799
CREATIVE CONCEPTS LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #904166 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 768 8902
FLOWERSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #922104 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 664 7729
S & E LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #966187 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 676 2477
GROW LIKE TREES INC
No Active WCLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #972727 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 786 9345
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in PASADENA
Some PASADENA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 4 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 1 also hold C31 (C31)
- 5 also hold Tree Service (D49)
PASADENA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 39 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 15 (38%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 18 (46%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 24 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 16.7 years
- Longest-established contractor: 44 years (licensed 1982)
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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 PASADENA?
PASADENA'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.
