CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN DIEGO, CA
345 verified contractors · 199 carry active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN DIEGO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 345 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN DIEGO, 199 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 209 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN DIEGO
SAN DIEGO sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35–40°F and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States — 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 — a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
345 Licensed Landscapers in SAN DIEGO
T B PENICK & SONS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1959 · 66 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #185381 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 558 1800
PACIFIC SUN POOL 'N SPA
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1969 · 56 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #258572 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 271 8822
RUSSO'S LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1973 · 52 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #285358 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 850 8771
LANDSCAPES WEST
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1980 · 46 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #389976 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 542 9125
CIELO AZUL LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1981 · 45 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #402873 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 722 7164
TORREY PINES LANDSCAPE CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #437912 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 454 1433
JULIAN'S LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1984 · 42 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #455988 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 861 1850
YASUDA LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #464177 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 276 5280
LANDGRAPHICS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1986 · 39 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #501032 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 541 1600
SCHROEDER MARK & CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1986 · 39 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #502561 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 285 5731
SUN VALLEY LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1987 · 38 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #519045 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 922 0909
NEW GREEN LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #529663 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 692 6112
ADVANCED SPRINKLER AND DRAINAGE REPAIR
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #539158 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 573 0842
BANISTER LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #548243 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 395 9149
SAN DIEGO LAND CARE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #575618 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 790 9639
BIG TREES OF CALIFORNIA
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #582066 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 298 0474
DIEP LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #604065 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 405 2420
ALLISON & SONS LANDSCAPING OF CALIFORNIA INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #611180 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 229 0455
3 - D ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #621125 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 530 2202
ARBOR WEST TREE SURGEONS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #627801 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 661 5001
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN DIEGO
Some SAN DIEGO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 20 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 74 also hold General Building (B)
- 10 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 11 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 18 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN DIEGO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 345 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 199 (58%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 209 (61%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 196 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 14.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 66 years (licensed 1959)
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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 SAN DIEGO work year-round?
Yes. SAN DIEGO sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year — though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.
