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Top-Rated Landscapers in Palm Desert - Updated Nov 2026

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El's Landscape
4.8(
39
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Landscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.Sod - InstallLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Landscaping, Putting Greens, etc. - For Business

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After months of trying to find the right landscaper who could meet the needs and support our vision of an entertainerâ s backyard, we found Elâ s Landscape on Yelp. Their stellar reputation is known in Coachella Valley as evident in their reviews. We totally agree with all of the other reviews and recommend them across Riverside County. Their work ethic, attention to detail, team and time management is nothing short of outstanding. - Emmanuel is responsive from the moment you reach out and he listens carefully to his clients. - He creates and develops a professional plan that aligns and optimizes your space. - His contract and phases are clearly laid out, his pricing is fair, totally reasonable and the timeline ideal, not aggressive and communicates with you throughout the process. -Details.Details.Details. They did not leave one stone uncovered... Literally. From the rock choices to cactus type, to the light wattage down to ensuring your turf color matches, Emmanuel was collaborative and educated us on the ideal choicesâ even providing multiple samples to compare and contrast so we captured a look similar to our travels to Mexico. Our pictures speak for themselves and plants were hand-picked by Emmanuel. Take note: Yucca rostrata (atop pool), Giant hesperaloe, Golden barrel cactus, Mexican fence post (lit up), Shark skin agaves, Agave parryi, Red yucca, ocotillos, nopales and 2 Olive trees (corners.) We give Elâ s landscape our highest recommendation and look forward to seeing his work prominently across any high-end boutique hotel to any mid-century modern home. He created the backyard of our dreams so much so every morning we wake up, itâ s as if we are on vacation. Thank you Emmanuel and Team! PS - You can visit our backyard anytime to see for yourself - itâ s magazine worthy (even the neighbors say so!)"
artificial grass before
artificial grass after
paver driveways
paver walkways
small job turf and pavers

+13

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
J N Landscape Construction
5.0(
10
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim and Jim were fantastic. They were professional and trustworthy and went above and beyond while working on my landscaping project. They always showed up on time and coordinated all the other contractors. I would recommend them 💯!!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Westcape
4.6(
174
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape Curbing - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+3 more

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely beautiful landscaping work. They were able to guide me when I wasn’t sure about what would look best and gave me exactly what I wanted when I was sure! They did their work in a very timely fashion as promised-and each of the crew could not have been more professional! They were true artist when it came to clean it up my bushes and trees and having everything look great upon their departure. My neighbors actually made a point to come and tell me how nice everything looked. I would definitely use them again and I will!"
Front landscape
Side yard
Before pavers installed
Job finished.
Front right side of property

+39

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Century Landscape
4.6(
42
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Martin was very helpful explaining what the problem was and how he would fix it. His estimate was reasonable and despite some scheduling issues got the job done quickly and to my satisfaction. I even decided to have him do my landscaping."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

Unless it only rains once in a blue moon where you live, you’re going to want water-loving plants in your garden bed or pot. A few ideas for plants that aren’t super fast-growing (meaning they’re good in pots or near foundations) and can handle a lot of standing water include: 

  • Acorus (Sweet flag)

  • Colocasia esculenta (Taro or elephant ear): In many climates, these are annuals, making them less desirable because you need to adjust the chain again after each replant.

  • Equisetum scirpoides (Dwarf horsetail rush): non-dwarf varieties of horsetail are fast growers and can take over quickly.

  • Juncus effusus (Curly rush)

  • Osmunda regalis (Royal fern): Royal fern can grow quickly but can also handle being crowded, making them good container plants.

Costs for lakefront landscaping are influenced by project size, choice of plants and materials, labor, and any additional features or structures desired. Projects can range from a few thousand dollars to extensive transformations costing much more.

Landscape design can be a simple service that includes a drawing or visual representation of how your yard can be set up and optimized for your intended purposes. But it can also include all of the manual labor to make your vision a reality. When you speak with your landscape designer, ensure everyone understands the specific services you want. Some add-on services may include the following:

  • Sourcing and delivery of raw materials

  • Professional installation of features, including pergolas, decks, and pathways

  • Drainage system design

  • Recommendations for specific plants and trees

While both fall and spring are suitable times of the year for planting trees, fall is typically the better option. Soil stays warm long enough to allow tree roots to establish in fall before they go dormant, while spring might give way to intense summer heat before spring-planted trees have time to grow strong roots.

The best time to plant a privet hedge is autumn, ideally October or early November. Fall is the best time to plant privet hedges because young plants need plenty of water to jump-start their growth, and it typically rains more during this season. However, you can also successfully plant privets in the spring.

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