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
GARDENS TO LOVE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1045437 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 208 3150
CELIO'S LANDSCAPING
No Active WCLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1053470 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 646 7247
HERNANDEZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1049355 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 813 5868
PRO GREEN LANDSCAPE INC
No Active WCLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1056687 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 688 1797
NOSWAL CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1055355 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 822 7372
B SMART CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1056483 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 793 8873
BEST LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1060087 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 335 7500
PACIFIC BLOOM LANDSCAPING CO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1061703 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 309 8805
ADOLFO'S LANDCARE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1064815 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 864 6073
EN DESIGN AND BUILD
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1068140 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 832 4177
L G H C LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1073024 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 402 8845
E S LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1072552 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 675 4291
REYES LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1087330 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 453 5770
RAMIREZ MIGUEL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1082323 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 704 6796
INCLUSIVE GARDENING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1090964 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 322 5028
JVK LANDSCAPING LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1095657 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 852 6571
BOGOTAY TREE & LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1097543 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 985 8442
GREEN SOLUTION LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1099559 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 788 8701
FRESH NEW FRUIT LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1097486 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 776 4167
VARGAS LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1103739 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 252 6531
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.
