Business Details
We have been designing and installing California native landscapes since the early 2000s, building over a decade of handson experience. Our team holds a C27 contractor license (717147) and carries full insurance, demonstrating our commitment to professional standards. We specialize in droughttolerant, fireresistant garden designs that blend ornamental beauty with functional habitat for birds and butterflies. Our projects incorporate paths, patios, shade structures, native herbs, and dry streambeds to reflect the states natural ecosystems. We provide comprehensive services from onsite assessments and design consultations to full construction and ongoing maintenance. Our fireresistant landscapes have withstood the major San Diego fires of 2003 and 2007, protecting homes without loss. We charge transparent rates$150 per hour for site assessments and $0.75 per mile travelensuring clients understand all costs.
We treat each installation as a restoration, stabilizing soils and enhancing biodiversity while delivering lowinput gardens. Our licensed crew follows ethical, ecological practices, prioritizing water conservation and native plant health. We serve Escondido and the greater San Diego County, delivering projects that meet local climate challenges. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in personalized designs, clear communication, and lasting, resilient landscapes.
We treat each installation as a restoration, stabilizing soils and enhancing biodiversity while delivering lowinput gardens. Our licensed crew follows ethical, ecological practices, prioritizing water conservation and native plant health. We serve Escondido and the greater San Diego County, delivering projects that meet local climate challenges. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in personalized designs, clear communication, and lasting, resilient landscapes.
Highlights and features
- We are fully licensed and insured (C27 License 717147).
- Our installations survived the 2003 and 2007 San Diego fires.
- We charge $150 per hour for onsite assessments.
- Our designs use droughttolerant native plants for low water use.
- We incorporate fireresistant landscaping to help protect homes.
Services
Consultations
We conduct onsite assessments to evaluate property conditions and client goals. Our designonly consultations are billed at $200 per hour, providing expert recommendations without installation commitment. We also charge a travel fee of $0.75 per mile, ensuring transparent cost structure for every visit.
Design
We create custom native landscape plans that balance aesthetics, habitat value, and water efficiency. Our designs incorporate paths, patios, shade structures, and native herbs to reflect Californias natural beauty. All designs are delivered with detailed planting schematics and cost estimates at no additional proposal charge.
Installation
We install droughttolerant native plantings using skilled crews and lowimpact equipment. Our process includes grading, soil amendment, and placement of rocks, boulders, and dry streambeds. The completed landscape is calibrated for fire resistance and longterm habitat sustainability for residential properties.
Maintenance
We provide routine upkeep including watering schedules, pruning, and invasive species removal. Our maintenance plans are tailored to each gardens maturity and seasonal demands. Clients benefit from reduced labor costs and sustained ecological performance throughout the year, and enhanced property value.
Restoration
We treat each project as a habitat restoration, stabilizing soils and reintroducing native species. Our restoration work emphasizes lowinput designs that require minimal irrigation and upkeep. The result is a resilient, ornamental garden that supports birds, butterflies, and local biodiversity.
Reviews (4)
Julia F.
Nov 05, 2018
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We wanted to remove our grass and have a water-wise front yard. These folks were terrific: professional, friendly, prompt and knowledgeable. Our front yard has been transformed and looks great.
Brenda Anderson
Feb 07, 2018
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Very knowledgeable and creative design for a garden that uses native plants while maintaining fire safety and lovely atmosphere. Our garden now supports birds and butterflies while saving water. CA's Own did a design and we installed it.
Cori Smith
Mar 02, 2015
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Greg and his team engineered a beautiful back yard and garden landscape and maintained it wonderfully ever since. He is always prompt and courteous in addressing any concerns I've had from Day 1. From start to finish, I have been thoroughly pleased with the level of quality and service I've received. And - this is a biggie for me - they always clean up! My yard has been featured in Sunset Magazine and has been a stop on the CNSP Annual Tour for the past 2 years. I love my yard & garden and I refer all my friends and family. Thanks, Greg!
Mark Levin
May 04, 2012
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A) sloppy workmanship, sprinkler system finally had to be repaired by another company after they flubbed it 3 times. Technician from that company pointed out numerous problems with the original install. b) no thought to drainage, first cut at install left my patio a lake c) poor choice of plants, deciduous trees shedding leaves onto mulch is impossible to maintain. Many of the plants died as they weren't able to take the south facing sun. d) poor support and refusal to do warranty plant replacement.
He wouldn't come out to replace all the dead plants 2 months into their 1 year warranty. The supposed periodic maintenance (which I understood had associated costs) never materialized. Calls were ignored and finally I realized they simply didn't want my business. e) generally poor design, the front yard from the start looked like a collection of weeds and it only got worse. I had to completely redo one section. This did occur over a period of 2-4 years ago. Perhaps they've gotten better since then. If you don't have more than 50K to spend don't bother with these guys, they'll treat you like garbage.
He wouldn't come out to replace all the dead plants 2 months into their 1 year warranty. The supposed periodic maintenance (which I understood had associated costs) never materialized. Calls were ignored and finally I realized they simply didn't want my business. e) generally poor design, the front yard from the start looked like a collection of weeds and it only got worse. I had to completely redo one section. This did occur over a period of 2-4 years ago. Perhaps they've gotten better since then. If you don't have more than 50K to spend don't bother with these guys, they'll treat you like garbage.
