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
SOUTHWEST ENVIRONMENTS LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1051051 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 498 1891
RIO GREEN LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1042139 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 272 6794
BLUE MONARCH LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1048959 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 908 9696
OLIVER KEVIN HORTICULTURE / PERMACULTURE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1048665 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 994 6492
LANDCARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1053238 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 344 0051
DALTON LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1054228 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 243 6862
MAJESTIC LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1044391 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 433 7375
WESSELS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1044200 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 732 0042
COSTA AZUL CONTRACTING GROUP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1050109 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 346 5388
DESIGNS 4 YOU
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1061836 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 939 9998
MUDD LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1061902 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 701 7611
RIVERSTONE LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1069985 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 366 1300
PARADISE GARDENING & MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1075818 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 373 2058
CARRILLO'S LANDSCAPING CO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1070870 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 622 5522
MATTER CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND DEVELOPMENT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1069184 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 633 6963
GREEN PATH LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1075884 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 869 3430
DLS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1079703 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 518 6769
DRAB TO FAB LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1080580 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 404 2222
WILD MADE DESIGN LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1077383 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 342 0418
SONSHINE PAINTING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1084967 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 598 7387
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.
