CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN FRANCISCO, CA
97 verified contractors · 57 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN FRANCISCO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 97 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN FRANCISCO, 57 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 53 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN FRANCISCO
SAN FRANCISCO 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.
97 Licensed Landscapers in SAN FRANCISCO
SAN FRANCISCO GREEN SPACES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #949187 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 845 3596
ARBORIST NOW
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #961415 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 310 7781
MISSION BAY LANDSCAPING CORPORATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #966101 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 760 3439
FONTENOY ENGINEERING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #981726 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 740 0268
MADRONO LANDSCAPE DESIGN STUDIO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #980160 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 462 0489
FRANCO LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #974915 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 722 5698
URBAN BOTANICS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #985691 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 734 1030
GENTLE GIANTS GARDENING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #986260 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 609 6799
LAINEZ INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #986325 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 595 0745
GREEN EARTH GARDENERS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #992937 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 894 9468
SMALL SPOT GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #998647 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 298 9229
MEN AT WORK LA CONCRETE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1001586 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 642 0804
JULES ROBERTO LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1000028 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 377 5979
HOSELEY CORPORATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1000494 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 404 8997
DOWN TO EARTH LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1014585 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 734 0115
MORI MARGARET E
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #527814 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 665 6197
HILLAN HORTICULTURAL LANDSCAPE SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #541147 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 652 3309
TOYO GREENLAND
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #535241 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 362 8362
GOODSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #620510 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 595 5188
GREEN MILLENNIUM
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #766880 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 261 7553
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN FRANCISCO
Some SAN FRANCISCO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 6 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 14 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold C31 (C31)
- 2 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 3 also hold HAZ (HAZ)
SAN FRANCISCO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 97 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 57 (59%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 53 (55%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 61 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.1 years
- Longest-established contractor: 66 years (licensed 1960)
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 FRANCISCO work year-round?
Yes. SAN FRANCISCO 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.
