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
FLORES SALVADOR
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #967251 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 786 9345
GREEN SPLENDOR LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #975522 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 710 2227
ORCHID LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1026336 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 676 6490
DE LEON NOGUERA MIGUEL ANGEL
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1089354 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 241 8025
MOTT RESTORATION LANDSCAPE COMPANY
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1136106 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 704 0213
DYNAMIC LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1155165 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 639 7858
FRAUSTO RICHARD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1982 · 43 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #426323 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(818) 516 0172
ELEGANT PLANTSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #782114 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 533 4766
H D E Z BUILDERS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1025380 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 230 4876
RAMIREZ JOSE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1016014 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 807 3278
FIFTH ELEMENT LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1028891 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 399 6693
PASADENA LANDSCAPING AND TREE SERVICE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1031083 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 315 1267
PEREZ HENRY
No Active WCLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1044133 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 255 6550
BONA TERRA LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1072935 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 251 0735
ESCANDON JOSEPH
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1079473 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 365 9115
PRO LANDSCAPE BUILDER
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1105464 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 399 9872
PLATINUM PAVING & LANDSCAPING LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Limited Liability · Los Angeles County
License #1118537 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 385 7493
LEONES TREE CARE & LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1148612 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 375 1684
IFC LANDSCAPE DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · Los Angeles County
License #1147930 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 644 1152
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.
