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Landscaping in Stockton, CA

Compare 16 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $339–$1018.

Top Landscaping Companies in Stockton

  1. 1.NewNest Landscaping

    5.0★ (17 reviews)

    5.0★ from 17 reviews

  2. 2.K&L TREE SERVICES & LANDSCAPING

    5.0★ (12 reviews)

    5.0★ from 12 reviews

  3. 3.Delta Lawn and Garden

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

  4. 4.Santibañez Landscaping

    3.9★ (7 reviews)

    3.9★ from 7 reviews

  5. 5.Avalos Gardening

    3.7★ (6 reviews)

    3.7★ from 6 reviews

  6. 6.Tri Valley Garden's

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  7. 7.All American Landscaping

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  8. 8.Sunshine Landscaping

    3.0★ (3 reviews)

    3.0★ from 3 reviews

  9. 9.Ladies of the Lawn Yard Care

    3.5★ (2 reviews)

    3.5★ from 2 reviews

  10. 10.David’s Landscaping

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  11. 11.Utopian Landscapes

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  12. 12.Stockton Landscaping & Handyman Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  13. 13.Olive Tree Landscaping

    3.0★ (2 reviews)

    3.0★ from 2 reviews

  14. 14.James Lawn Care & Handyman

    2.0★ (3 reviews)

    2.0★ from 3 reviews

  15. 15.Aspen Landscaping and Construction

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

  16. 16.Shady Lawn Landscaping

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

Landscaping Cost in Stockton

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Stockton
Mulch installation$339–$1,018/job
Planting and bed design$452–$1,697/job
Yard cleanup$226–$679/job
Patio or hardscape$3,393–$10,179/job

Landscaping prices in Stockton run about 13% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 16 companies serving Stockton, rated 3.8★ on average across 67 customer reviews.

Stockton Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Stockton's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
February 18
First fall frost
November 29
Annual precipitation
17.77"
Heating degree days
2,389
Cooling degree days
1,389
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.8°55.8°3.41"
Feb41.2°63°3.1"
Mar44.5°68.4°2.68"
Apr47.3°74.2°1.41"
May52.7°81.8°0.56"
Jun56.8°88.7°0.1"
Jul59.1°93.6°-77.77"
Aug58.1°92.9°0.02"
Sep55.7°89.5°0.29"
Oct49.5°80.3°0.99"
Nov41.9°66.4°2.16"
Dec37.3°56.5°3.05"

NOAA station data 1.6 miles from Stockton.

Permits & Regulations in CA

No permit typically required

  • Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license
  • Applying pesticides or herbicides for hire requires separate licensing through the Department of Pesticide Regulation
  • Many California water districts enforce irrigation-day restrictions that constrain lawn watering schedules

License required: CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license (work over $1,000)

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Stockton

How much does landscaping cost in Stockton?

Mulch installation in Stockton typically runs $339-$1018 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Stockton?

We track 16 landscaping companies serving Stockton.

When is the best time to plant in Stockton?

The last spring frost in Stockton usually falls around February 18, and the first fall frost around November 29. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Stockton more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Stockton runs about +13.1% versus the national average.

How much rain does Stockton get for new plantings?

Stockton averages 17.77 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Stockton summers?

With summer highs near 94F in Stockton, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Stockton, CA?

In CA, Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Stockton.

How cold do Stockton winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 37F in Stockton set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.