Best Landscape Architects and Designers in Poway, CA

24 companies listed · 8 in Poway · 10 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+ · 11 show a license

Data verified October 18, 2026

Need For Build Inc

Need For Build Inc

(48)
  • Concrete
  • Landscaping
  • Meeting
“Never in my life have I thought it will be such a smooth process, from the initial meeting which lasted 5 hours (we had so much fun) which included design, pricing and explaination of the process to the actual remodel that was just flawless.”
In Business Since 2018
Offers Financing Options
Family Business
Free Initial Consultation
12925 Pomerado Rd Ste H, Poway, CA
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California Smartscape

California Smartscape

(42)
  • Owner
  • Creative
  • Hardscape
“Alvaro was always responsive and accommodating with the changes that we thought needed to be done along the way and still the project was completed on time and within the budget.”
In Business Since 2004
Accepts Cash, Check
14290 Danielson St, Poway, CA
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Prestige Concrete

Prestige Concrete

(3)
“We were so pleased with the company that we also had them build two retaining walls and pour a concrete walkway for our side yard.”
In Business Since 1992
Free Initial Consultation
13507 Midland Rd, Poway, CA
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Mauro Landscape Inc

Mauro Landscape Inc

(5)
  • Crew
  • Price
  • Company
“And once his crew arrived they went right to work on prepping the ground areas in order to plant our pygmy date palm trees and cover the area with river rocks!”
In Business Since 2023
Free Initial Consultation
Licensed
Powers Ct, Poway, CA
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Wynn-Smith Landscape Architecture

Wynn-Smith Landscape Architecture

(1)
“They took the time to understand what we were looking for and provided some different options and explained the pros & cons of each one.”
In Business Since 2009
13319 Poway Rd Suite 150, Poway, CA
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Ultrascape Construction

Ultrascape Construction

In Business Since 2003
12701 McFeron Rd, Poway, CA
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Listed for homeowners in and around Poway, CA, these 24 companies draw plans for yards; the building is done by someone else. Portfolios, service descriptions and hours are taken from each company's own site, and the ratings beside them come from public reviews.

Area overview: Poway, CA

8 of the 24 companies we list are based in Poway; the other 16 serve Poway from towns including San Diego (12 mi), San Marcos (14 mi) and Escondido (11 mi). The companies on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,204 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (92%) and responsiveness (87%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the companies on this page are "price", "crew" and "estimates". 9 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are artificial grass (2), concrete (2), landscape design (2), outdoor living (2) and pavers (2). 11 show a license on their websites and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the companies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 6 offer financing or payment plans; 14 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the companies on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the company before you book.

Which listed landscape designers show their work online?

Portfolio sites are shown on 23 of the 24 listings here. In design the portfolio is the product, so it carries more weight than in other trades. Look for photographs of built work next to the renders, and for at least one project on a site like yours: the same slope, the same soil, the same shade.

Smart Landscape

Smart Landscape

(3)
“During implementation we made further adjustments - including different stones in the river bed and Danny was flexible and easy to work with.”
In Business Since 2007
13830 Danielson St, Poway, CA
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L.T Gardening & Landscaping

L.T Gardening & Landscaping

(3)
“I would recommend them to anyone looking for a high-quality landscaper, and an excellent value.”
11819 Allbrook Dr, Poway, CA
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Install-it-Direct

Install-it-Direct

(44)
  • HOA
  • Suggestion
  • Bid
“I went with Install-It-Direct because they provided a very thorough quote; the exact work that would be done was clear, and it was obvious that they were not going to skip corners.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2013
Accepts Check
Coupons & Offers
1084 N El Camino Real STE B #156, Encinitas, CA
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Socal Synthetic Lawns and Putting Greens Inc.

Socal Synthetic Lawns and Putting Greens Inc.

(48)
  • Schedule
  • Contractors
  • Estimate
“CJ and Amanda went above and beyond to make me feel valuable and understood, and addressed my concerns promptly to schedule the job within the desired timeframe.”
In Business Since 2008
Free Initial Consultation
Family Business
Licensed
810 Los Vallecitos Blvd Suite 212, San Marcos, CA
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Pacific Dreamscapes

Pacific Dreamscapes

(50)
  • Work
  • System
  • Pond
“My pond is now clean and repaired, the lily plants have been carefully re-placed, and 30 koi are happy and thriving after having to be moved into a holding tank during the cleaning process.”
In Business Since 2006
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
4782 Garfield St # D, La Mesa CA
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Designs 4 You Remodeling

Designs 4 You Remodeling

(49)
  • Retaining Wall
  • Landscaping
  • Budget
“We contacted Designs 4 You and had a nice long discussion with Sunny at our consultation and we're blown away with the knowledge and professionalism he carried and guaranteed.”
In Business Since 2019
Offers Financing Options
Free Initial Consultation
Licensed
9434 Chesapeake Dr Suite 1211, San Diego, CA
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Modern Yardz Landscape Design

Modern Yardz Landscape Design

(50)
  • Contract
  • Quote
  • Drainage
“He went above and beyond to help me address concerns, communicate what was going on, and even came and watered my new plants throughout the project when I told him I didn't have a green thumb.”
In Business Since 2021
Offers Financing Options
Free Initial Consultation
LICENSE #1082881
5595 Magnatron Blvd e, San Diego, CA
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Western Outdoor Design & Build

Western Outdoor Design & Build

(46)
  • Hardscape
  • Jesus
  • Remodel
“We had one “designer” try to sell us on a backyard of just pavers, rock gardens, and gravel gardens and told us just to bring in some potted plants if we wanted to soften the space”
In Business Since 1997
Free Initial Consultation
Offers Financing Options
1210 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA
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El Plantio Nursery & Landscaping

El Plantio Nursery & Landscaping

(48)
“My car broke down and I pulled in here, these friendly people were so patient and kind while I figured out what to do, I appreciate them so much and I know that they are a blessing to even those who are not their customers :)”
In Business Since 2019
Family Business
1322 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA
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Del Mar Landscapes

Del Mar Landscapes

(38)
  • Walkway
  • Driveway
  • Retaining Wall
“Doug also made some recommendations along the way without being too pushy which I appreciated as I'm very wary of businesses exaggerating the need for something just to drum up more work.”
In Business Since 2008
Free Initial Consultation
Licensed
6153 Portobelo Ct, San Diego, CA
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Reyes Waterfall Landscaping

Reyes Waterfall Landscaping

(25)
  • Call
  • Job
  • Waterfalls
“Javier and his staff especially Hugo, finished my fountain project a head of schedule, no additional cost, responded to our phone calls in a timely matter and he did the the fountain exactly as we wanted”
In Business Since 2021
Free Initial Consultation
Family Business
CSLB#1025438
333 S Anza St E13, El Cajon, CA
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Drab to Fab

Drab to Fab

(49)
  • Hiring
  • Listening
  • Irrigation System
“They were punctual, did what we had agreed they would do and more, and were great communicators, making the whole experience easy, exciting, and very pleasant.”
In Business Since 2008
Locally Owned & Operated
LIC #1080580
Serving Poway Area
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Promised Path Landscaping

Promised Path Landscaping

(32)
  • Bbq
  • Irrigation
  • Fire Pit
“Promised Path devotes the entire team to your landscaping project from beginning to end, so you end up with your final landscaping project relatively fast and very satisfying.”
In Business Since 2011
BBB Rating: A+
1768 Yale St, Chula Vista CA
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Synthetic Lawn Solutions

Synthetic Lawn Solutions

(33)
  • Yard
  • Price
  • Fair
“Synthetic did my initial installation and has returned twice now to clean and fix some disasters I had with elderly pets and muddy flood damage - they are thorough, reliable and professional - can't rate them highly enough!!”
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
Offers Financing Options
13465 Camino Canada #106-315, El Cajon, CA
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AM Landscape Construction Inc.

AM Landscape Construction Inc.

(19)
  • Creative
  • Remodeling
  • Crew
“My husband and I were very much a part of decisions around plants (picked them all out at the nursery with Ari and Medi on a fun field trip) and gravels/stones (picked them out as well) and always felt our opinions were super valued and decisions wer...”
In Business Since 2015
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed
11862 Semillon Blvd, San Diego, CA
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Signature Paving Inc.

Signature Paving Inc.

(19)
  • Company
  • Quote
  • Project
“They communicated with me throughout the whole job to make sure I was happy with every design decision: from drainage to edging to where the cuts would land.”
In Business Since 2011
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
350 W 9th Ave Suite 208, Escondido, CA
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Paradise Gardens Landscaping LLC

Paradise Gardens Landscaping LLC

(49)
  • The Future
  • Power Lines
  • Job
“These guys are truly awesome, never have i felt so comfortable with a contractor before, i will be honest when i saw how young Richie the owner is i was skeptical at first but man did they surprise me, everything from the initial estimate to the mate...”
In Business Since 2022
Family Business
Licensed
Serving Poway Area
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Pacific Coast Hardscapes

Pacific Coast Hardscapes

(40)
  • Contractor
  • Ideas
  • Company
“After speaking with Matt we had confidence to go forward and remove palm trees (which had completely destroyed drainage), replace the drains and replace concrete with pavers.”
In Business Since 2020
Free Initial Consultation
280 Trade St B, San Marcos, CA
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Landscape Architectural Services in Poway, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$256
Maximum cost
$8673
National Average
$2717
Avg Per Hour Rates
$205
$962
$4633
Fair price range is based on 294 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2717
Minimum cost $256
Maximum cost $8673
Avg Per Hour Rates $205

Fair range $962 to $4633 is based on 294 cost profiles.

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