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Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SANTA MONICA, CA
21 verified contractors · 13 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SANTA MONICA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 21 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SANTA MONICA, 13 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 14 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SANTA MONICA
SANTA MONICA sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 11a, with minimum temperatures of 40–45°F — the warmest zone classification in California's populated areas. Essentially frost-free year-round, Zone 11a supports tropical and subtropical plant material that fails everywhere else in the state. Irrigation runs every month of the year, and water-efficient design is not optional — California's conservation requirements apply regardless of zone, and the year-round growing season means year-round water demand.
SANTA MONICA's Soil Profile
The dominant soil across SANTA MONICA's ZIP codes is Sand — a excessively drained soil in USDA Hydrologic Group A. Water moves quickly through this sandy soil, so irrigation needs careful scheduling to avoid runoff before absorption — but drainage problems are rare.
21 Licensed Landscapers in SANTA MONICA
ZIIGARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1129477 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(661) 305 2351
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SANTA MONICA
Some SANTA MONICA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 1 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 1 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
SANTA MONICA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 21 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 13 (62%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 14 (67%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 14 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.2 years
- Longest-established contractor: 36 years (licensed 1990)
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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 SANTA MONICA work year-round?
Yes. SANTA MONICA 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.
