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Ecological Concerns Inc.
“The team at Ecological Concerns saved me from a very confusing permitting process during construction of our newest apartment complex.”
Best Landscape Architects and Designers in Santa Cruz, CA
24 companies listed · 13 in Santa Cruz · 6 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+ · 6 show a license
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Prime Landscape Services
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Atnenour & Sons Landscaping
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Exotic Gardens
“Everyone loves a garden!”
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Habitat Gardens
“Brett and team installed a drip system and mulched my large landscape that was reasonable in cost and completely fulfilling in”
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Central Coast Wilds Nursery
“Specimens were heathy and are thriving in my garden.”
Listed for homeowners in and around Santa Cruz, 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: Santa Cruz, CA
13 of the 24 companies we list are based in Santa Cruz; the other 11 serve Santa Cruz from towns including Watsonville (15 mi), Santa Clara (27 mi) and Aptos (8 mi). 21 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 324 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (90%), professionalism (77%) and responsiveness (70%). 5 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 6 show a license on their websites and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the companies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 5 give free estimates. We have a website on file for 23 of the companies on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. 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.
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Shubha Landscape Design Inc.
“Shubha and her crew were fantastic throughout the process: punctual, meticulous and very professional.”
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Javier Luna Landscape
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SSA Landscape Architects
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Common Ground Designs
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Love's Gardens
“Beth is a great plant based cook and author.”
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Gregory Lewis Landscape Arch
“Very comfortable with nice amenities.”
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Ellen Cooper Landscape Arch
“In addition to the layout and hardscape plans, she recommended some amazing plants and lighting options, and even made referrals to local professionals who could help us install everything.”
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Peter Clay Hanson
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Joni L Janecki & Associates Inc
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Sunset Builders and Design
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K & D Landscaping
- Company
- Team
- Lawn
“Their commitment to water conservation combined with their knowledgeable staff, will prove to be a tremendous asset to their customers, providing the potential for significant water savings and reducing water related expenses.”
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Jerry Allison Landscaping
- Estimate
“We now have an oasis that we'll finish off with plantings and furniture which will provide the perfect setting for gatherings of our family and friends.”
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Navarro's Mixed Nursery & General Landscape Design
- Prices
- Succulents
- Pottery
“We ended up purchasing a clipping of Monkey Tail along with a beautiful Climbing Aloe that we are going to see how well they do in our section of Colorado.”
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Vision Garden Design
- Backyard
- Contractor
- Job
“She helped us through all stages of the project – from initial site visits and big picture design choices to finding the right contractor for the job, selecting plants and materials, and helping us manage the installation.”
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Santa Cruz Irrigation & Gardens
- Water
“), identified the problem, and found an easy solution which he felt my gardner could implement.”
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Terra Bella Landscaping and Design
- Back Yard
“He met with us many times to get our ideas out, then got to designing and presented a beautiful and very detailed plan with pictures, drawings, product lists all to help us see his vision.”
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Patty Walters Landscape Design
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Elemental Design Group
- Contractor
- Space
- Home
“She also did an excellent job of helping us through the contractor selection process (she brought several quotes in), and her team did excellent project management to ensure that no time was wasted.”
Landscape Architectural Services in Santa Cruz, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$272
Maximum cost
$9234
National Average
$2893
Avg Per Hour Rates
$218
$1024
$4932
Average price range is based on 427 cost profiles
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