Best Landscaping Companies in Poway, CA

24 contractors listed · 11 in Poway · 9 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+ · 10 show a license

Data verified October 18, 2026

Need For Build Inc

Need For Build Inc

(48)
  • Backyard
  • Project Manager
  • Work
“For the next 9 months, Avi and his talented crews meticulously executed his plan from computer renderings to completion, adhering to the highest standards in construction and design, adapting to our many requests and changes, solving unanticipated ch...”
Licensed
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2018
Family Business
12925 Pomerado Rd Ste H, Poway, CA
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California Smartscape

California Smartscape

(42)
  • Project Manager
  • Crew
  • Space
“Had owner, Richard and designer Samantha actively engaged in making my plans for the project not only appropriate for the property but also worked aggressively to control the budgetary requirements.”
Accepts Cash, Check
In Business Since 2004
14290 Danielson St, Poway, CA
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Benchmark Landscaping Co

Benchmark Landscaping Co

(12)
  • HOA
  • Industry
  • Company
“No matter who you have the pleasure of working with you can count on the same caliber of customer service, industry knowledge, professionalism, innovation, and value.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1989
12575 Stowe Dr, Poway, CA
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Distinguished Pools Inc

Distinguished Pools Inc

(4)
“I was referred to Distinguished Pools by a friend who lives in San Diego county, after I had my pool renovated by another contractor since we leave in a different county.”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2009
13200 Kirkham Way STE 110, Poway, CA
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Prestige Concrete

Prestige Concrete

(3)
“Elva kept me constantly updated on progress and they took great care to move back plants, cover doors from water entry, etc.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1992
13507 Midland Rd, Poway, CA
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Mauro Landscape Inc

Mauro Landscape Inc

(5)
  • Company
  • Price
  • Crew
“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!”
Licensed
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2023
Powers Ct, Poway, CA
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Listed for homeowners in and around Poway, CA, these 24 contractors build and maintain landscapes. Services, hours and any free estimate offer are taken from each company's own website; the star ratings and quoted lines come from public reviews.

Area overview: Poway, CA

Of the 24 contractors we list here, 11 are in Poway itself and 13 come from towns including San Diego (4, 12 mi), San Marcos (3, 14 mi) and Escondido (1, 11 mi). The contractors on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,167 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these contractors on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (90%), professionalism (89%) and responsiveness (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the contractors on this page are "estimates", "crew" and "price". 8 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. The services the contractors on this page list most often on their websites are landscape design (3), artificial grass (2), outdoor living (2), pavers (2) and service areas (2). 10 show a license on their websites and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 37 years. 7 offer financing or payment plans; 14 give free estimates; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the contractors on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the contractor before you book.

Do any of these landscapers show licensing?

10 of the 24 listings show a license on their websites. Requirements vary by state: some license contractors above a job value threshold, others regulate only pesticide application. Treat what you read as a claim to check with the issuing board, and ask for the certificate of insurance to come from the insurer rather than from the crew.

Scenic Landscape

Scenic Landscape

(1)
“Always helpful when it comes to taking care of our yard.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2013
14081 Painted Desert Rd, 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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Smart Landscape

Smart Landscape

(3)
“But I always went back to thinking about Smart Landscaping & Garden Services; their yards around Mira Mesa really stand out.”
In Business Since 2007
13830 Danielson St, Poway, CA
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L.T Gardening & Landscaping

L.T Gardening & Landscaping

(3)
“There's several reasons we've used LT gardening multiple times including:”
11819 Allbrook Dr, Poway, CA
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Install-it-Direct

Install-it-Direct

(44)
  • Turf
  • Pavers
  • Plan
“When I called Install IT Direct their concierge was very friendly and knowledgeable and shared that a sales rep would reach out to setup more time and shared that they provide complimentary estimates and 2D drawings of our space and if we wanted a 3D...”
Licensed
Accepts Check
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2013
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)
  • Backyard
  • Company
  • Work
“I can't put into words how much these guy's went above and beyond to make our turf and putting green look so amazing and the fringe is awesome to get to chip on to the green is going to be some good practice!”
Licensed
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2008
Family Business
810 Los Vallecitos Blvd Suite 212, San Marcos, CA
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Pacific Dreamscapes

Pacific Dreamscapes

(50)
  • Kitchen
  • Job
  • Pavers
“We did a fairly extensive landscape renovation (practically rebuilding a large deck and several large sections of fence, adding a pergola, installing artificial turf, improving some planter beds while also adding new plants, and building a new concre...”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2006
Free Initial Consultation
4782 Garfield St # D, La Mesa CA
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Designs 4 You Remodeling

Designs 4 You Remodeling

(49)
  • Team
  • Project Manager
  • Results
“For example, our DG started cracking a few weeks AFTER the project was completed and Omer sent his team out to fix and replace the DG at no additional cost even though they were under no obligation to do so.”
Licensed
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2019
Free Initial Consultation
9434 Chesapeake Dr Suite 1211, San Diego, CA
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Modern Yardz Landscape Design

Modern Yardz Landscape Design

(50)
  • Backyard
  • Project Manager
  • Plans
“When they demolished an old planter and found that the wood and stucco behind it was badly water damaged, Thomas let me know right away, showed me the issue and offered up options to get it fixed while it was still exposed.”
LICENSE #1082881
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2021
Free Initial Consultation
5595 Magnatron Blvd e, San Diego, CA
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Western Outdoor Design & Build

Western Outdoor Design & Build

(46)
  • Construction
  • Plan
  • Product
“Our designer, Greg, came out to our house for an initial visit to understand what our vision was and after some back and forth materials, designs, budget, we came by to their office 2 weeks later to review initial plans and material.”
Offers Financing Options
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1997
1210 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA
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Peak Builders & Roofers

Peak Builders & Roofers

(46)
  • Price
  • Quote
  • Remodeling
“Enrique offered a very detailed and thoughtful assessment and spent time to convey various options available; he was upfront about possible additional repairs needed for sections that could not be visually inspected from the initial estimate.”
Licensed
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2020
Free Initial Consultation
8340 Vickers St K, San Diego, CA
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Western Pavers

Western Pavers

(43)
  • Backyard
  • Plan
  • Renovation
“I recently had the pleasure of working with Matt Springer, a Project Manager at Western Pavers, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome of our project (our outdoor landscape job included complete demolition of existing landscape/hardscape followed...”
Offers Financing Options
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1997
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 :)”
Family Business
In Business Since 2019
1322 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA
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Del Mar Landscapes

Del Mar Landscapes

(38)
  • Patio
  • Concrete
  • Lighting
“Del mar Landscapes designed and built: Stunning color concrete flatwork; A solid roof patio cover; Electrical for the patio; Decorative rock planters with all new irrigation; A stack block feature around a tree; Decorative LED lighting; Beautiful st...”
Licensed
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2008
6153 Portobelo Ct, San Diego, CA
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Drab to Fab

Drab to Fab

(49)
  • Front Yard
  • Questions
  • Drip System
“We asked them to completely redesign the front and back yard of our single family home in Oceanside, and KID YOU NOT, in the mere 5 days it took them to finish this colossal project, several of our neighbors stopped by to thank us for increasing thei...”
LIC #1080580
Locally Owned & Operated
In Business Since 2008
Serving Poway Area
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Reyes Waterfall Landscaping

Reyes Waterfall Landscaping

(25)
  • Price
  • Waterfalls
  • Leak
“I first thought to tackle the job myself but I'm glad I hired them, as it's a specialized type of work and they have the experience and know how to do it.”
CSLB#1025438
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2021
Family Business
333 S Anza St E13, El Cajon, CA
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Promised Path Landscaping

Promised Path Landscaping

(32)
  • Job
  • Concrete
  • Remodel
“I had recently had my backyard done by an unlicensed contractor and they did a horrible job by doing a sloppy work with the stamped concrete, did not finish the fire pit, the synthetic grass was not put in, and the planters were left with dirt and ho...”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2011
1768 Yale St, Chula Vista CA
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HomeLandscaping CompaniesCaliforniaPoway, CA

Residential Landscaping Services in Poway, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$307
Maximum cost
$11223
National Average
$3270
Avg Per Hour Rates
$103
$1417
$5404
Average price range is based on 426 cost profiles
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Average Cost $3270
Minimum cost $307
Maximum cost $11223
Avg Per Hour Rates $103

Average range $1417 to $5404 is based on 426 cost profiles.

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