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
GARDEN AIR
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #792576 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 218 9115
ENGLISH PAUL LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #789251 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 596 7285
FORTIN MARC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #805494 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 515 5295
TAISEI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #817902 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 860 7002
DIRTY HOE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #889055 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 282 1058
LANDWORKS INTERNATIONAL
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #890052 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 508 1415
MEDITERRASIAN LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #891384 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 424 3774
YBARRA MIGUEL LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #910895 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 564 2166
FOREVER GREEN LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #927090 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 987 9292
BEAUTY GARDEN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #925130 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 691 8852
PLANTERRA LANDSCAPE SERVICE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #918173 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 828 0759
NATURA GARDENERS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #948659 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 326 4673
LAKIAN LANDSCAPES AND DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #972526 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 608 4983
MODERN TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #965267 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 602 2290
ALFARO CHRISTOPHE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #984205 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 760 3439
MODERN GARDENS ON
No Active WCLicensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #990266 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 248 7220
THE URBAN GARDENER
No Active WCLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #999606 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 681 9006
GARDENATOR
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1009017 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 550 3340
CHRISTOPHER FIONA
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1024972 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 652 4686
RODSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1030103 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 424 1750
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.
