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Avatar for Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
5.0(
16
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpDesigner - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden+11 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First off Trejos landscaping is a awesome company to do business with. They are super professional and very accommodating. They like to get in and get the job done, they totally revamped my back yard with turf and a flowerbed out of pavers. They were also able to help with getting concrete added to my yard. Now they do my regular maintenance for the front yard."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
4.8(
39
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.Sod - Install+9 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Silverio came out and helped design a landscape for several plants I had and installed a drip irrigation system at a very reasonable price. He even searched for a specific plant and color off season at several places in the county! I have hired him and his crew to do ongoing maintenance. They are professional, reliable, and reasonably priced, and I have recommended them to several of my friends. I often have requests for specific yard maintenance or upgrades and they are able to accomodate them without an issue. I am glad I have their help working on my yard!"
Landscaping - improvements
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Velasco Landscaping
Velasco Landscaping
5.0(
13
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.Sod - Install

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Velasco Landscaping did an amazing job installing pavement at my property! From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and detail-oriented. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and the finished pavement looks fantastic—clean lines, solid craftsmanship, and it’s built to last. They were respectful of the space, cleaned up thoroughly after the job, and completed everything on time. I highly recommend Velasco Landscaping for anyone looking for top-notch paving work and reliable service. Definitely a 5-star experience!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Avatar for MC Landscapes
MC Landscapes
4.8(
15
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was on time for the walk-through estimate and the day of. His guys did exactly what he said they would do. He followed my instructions to a T. This was a one-time clean-up of a large backyard, front yard, and concrete side of the house. I would definitely recommend and use MC Landscapes again!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Just Stamping Concrete
Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience working with this landscape designer. They were able to take my ideas and turn them into a beautiful, functional outdoor space. The team was professional, friendly, and the end result is stunning."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GREEN EARTH LANDSCAPING
GREEN EARTH LANDSCAPING
5.0(
3
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.+5 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cruz is XLT. Brought his crew, trucks a hauling trailer to take care of our much needed yard clean up on short notice and did a very thorough job. Came back next day and did gutters. Cruz will be doing our regular yard care and we could not be happier. I have used many other landscaping services over the years and GreenEarth Landscaping stands out as the best of them. Very pleased. Note, he goes by his last name, Cruz."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Handy Dan Construction & Greenwise Landscapes
3.6(
10
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Customers say: Quick response

"Couldn't be happier with Dan Finklea and the raised bed project he created for me! He transformed my ratty old lawn into an amazing vegetable garden, including retrofitting the wasteful sprinkler system to drip irrigation (my water bills went down substantially). His response to my initial online inquiry was almost immediate, the quote was very reasonable and his workmanship is high quality. A pleasant experience... highly recommended."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Greenscape California, Inc.
4.1(
10
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is not a reasonable price for the work that they were requested to do. They wanted to charge me $40.00 for 30 min of yard work per person. So if 2 people worked on the yard the price would be $80.00 for 30 minutes of yard work. They were only suppose to pull the weeds and cut of the dead flowers."
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

By definition, gardeners are experts at designing and maintaining outdoor gardens. Their job duties extend far beyond choosing the right plants for the area, which in itself is a job—they also help maintain the health and well-being of the plants. Gardeners work independently or for landscapers, nurseries, or horticulture design companies.

While there are over 400,000 different flowering plants worldwide, there are five main types of flowers. These flower types are based on their lifecycles, giving each type a unique personality. These types are:

  • Annuals, which complete their entire life cycle within a single growing season. 

  • Perennials, which the tops die off in the winter but regrow in spring. 

  • Biennials, which complete their entire life cycle within two years.

  • Hybrids, which exhibit either annual or perennial behaviors depending on location

  • Flowering shrubs, which are small to medium-sized perennial woody plants, such as shrubs or evergreens.

Since you’ll likely be digging a trench to install your yard drainage system, this is a good time to complete other tasks that involve digging up your yard, including: Sprinkler system installation Lawn reseeding Regrading your yard Redesigning your landscaping If your drain is under a walkway or driveway, your contractor must also remove those materials. This is a great time to consider upgrading your hardscaping features, especially if they’re nearing the end of their life span.

As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)—a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:

  • Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)—leaves appear yellow and splotchy

  • Decline in growth

  • Leaves turn black within 3 years

  • Grass appears less vibrant

  • Grass begins to thin

  • Root rot

  • Grass takes longer to recover

The average cost for landscaping is around $3,500, but prices can range from as low as $200 for simple DIY projects to $14,000 or more for extensive work. Several factors influence the final price, including your geographic location, yard size, project scope, chosen materials, site preparation, and the type of landscaping involved. Professional landscaper labor costs typically range from $50 to $100 per hour.

For a smaller budget, you can focus on softscaping projects like adding mulch, flowers, and shrubs, which might only cost a few hundred dollars if you do the work yourself. A budget of around $5,000 could cover projects like a simple patio, new plants and tree trimming, or a water feature. More extensive hardscaping projects, such as pergolas, patios, and walkways, can push the budget to $14,000 or more. For example, a flower bed installation averages between $800 and $3,000, while landscape lighting installation can cost from $2,000 to $6,000.

The Monterey, CA homeowners’ guide to landscaping services

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