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
BONGIANNI LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1982 · 43 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #425839 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 889 2938
BROYLES LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #598161 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 325 1744
PARADISE LANDSCAPING AND TREE EXPERTS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #844500 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 263 8733
GRAVES LANDSCAPE & SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #882201 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 602 6674
DE LA ROSA FLORENTINO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #881097 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 733 7014
GUERRERO JUAN MANUEL
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #917517 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 997 9987
URBAN LANDSCAPES & CONSULTING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #961442 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 542 9125
FAMILY FLORES LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #995057 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 944 5811
RIGHT WAY LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #994022 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 890 2288
DEEP ROOTED DESIGNS LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #996953 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(203) 448 9242
PEREZ LUIS LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1019994 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 586 7055
SUNLIGHT LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1022843 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 201 8109
PRESTIGE HARDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1040669 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 952 7708
EVER GREEN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1038826 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 651 0457
NATURESCAPE SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1042463 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 525 3760
BELLA LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1043983 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 820 0042
SOD GUY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1052255 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(917) 288 1620
G P LANDSCAPE DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1046400 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 519 3084
ECO GREEN LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1046317 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 405 8552
JCA LANDSCAPING SERVICES
No Active WCLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1047422 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 279 7320
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.
