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
SAN DIEGO HARDSCAPE DESIGN INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1133843 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 457 7606
GORILLA TURF & HARDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1134259 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 316 4283
PRIME VISTA INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1134382 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 518 4780
ILLUMINO LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1134584 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 848 4007
MR LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1134678 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 414 7305
WALLSTAR DESIGN & BUILD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1136303 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 894 1242
BENAVIDES LANDSCAPING LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1147549 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 459 9902
YERBABUENA LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1155351 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 560 7843
CALDERON'S LANDSCAPING & GARDEN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1143083 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 578 1293
OSO LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1151913 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 726 1443
IMPACT HOME BUILDERS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1140410 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(702) 336 5263
DELUXE HARDSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1140676 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 802 8125
RAMIREZ SCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1151824 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 302 9535
OUTDOOR CRAFTERS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1150846 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 585 6168
OLIVO'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1146968 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 755 2911
SUPERIOR OUTDOOR CONCEPTS II INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1156040 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 808 3264
TRUTURF ARTIFICIAL TURF & LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1156082 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 699 4059
CRUZ MR LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1050610 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 675 4025
CISKO'S LANDSCAPING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1041479 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 513 0424
MCCULLOUGH LULU LANDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1069157 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 504 1959
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.
