88/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 51 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 51 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Landscapers in Encinitas, CA (2026)
190 landscapers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Encinitas: Landscape Water Experts, CR Score 88/100; 4.5★ from 51 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 7
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Pro Earth Landscape Inc, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #7 of 190.
- 12
Most-reviewed: EcoGuard Pest Management, 637 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 190 ranked; ranked #12.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
190 Encinitas landscapers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 17 are open 24/7, 119 open Saturdays and 49 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 190 rated businesses.
Top 10 landscapers in Encinitas at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Landscape Water Experts | 88 | 4.5★ (51) | San Marcos, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Armstrong Garden Centers | 88 | 4.6★ (161) | Encinitas | Sat · Sun | — |
| 3 | Anderson's La Costa Nursery | 87 | 4.6★ (121) | Encinitas | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | INSTALL-IT-DIRECT Landscape Design & Build San Diego | 86 | 4.8★ (244) | Encinitas | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | Armstrong Garden Centers | 85 | 4.6★ (132) | Solana Beach, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Offshore Landscaping & Maintenance | 85 | 5.0★ (19) | Encinitas | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Pro Earth Landscape Inc | 84 | 3.7★ (3) | Encinitas | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 8 | IC Trees San Diego | 84 | 5.0★ (21) | Sorrento Valley, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Bello's Landscaping | 83 | 4.7★ (34) | Camp Pendleton South, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Mariposa Landscape & Tree Service Inc | 82 | 5.0★ (8) | Encinitas | 24/7 | — |
The 190 best landscapers in Encinitas, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Encinitas
88/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 161 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 161 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 701 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Encinitas
87/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 121 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 400 La Costa Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Encinitas
86/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 244 Google reviews, 244 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 244 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
- Address
- 1084 N El Camino Real STE B #156, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Solana Beach, 5 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 132 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 132 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2840 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014
Based in Encinitas
85/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
Based in Encinitas
84/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2210 Encinitas Blvd suite k-2, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Sorrento Valley, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Camp Pendleton South, 10 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Encinitas
82/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 16956 Via De Santa Fe, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Based in Encinitas
82/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
Based in San Marcos, 10 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 637 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (637).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 637 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 120 N Pacific St, San Marcos, CA 92069
Based in Encinitas
81/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Encinitas
81/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1906 Misty Cir, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in San Marcos, 9 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3942 Lonita Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
Based in Coronado, 11 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 538 Google reviews, 538 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 538 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
Based in Encinitas
80/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 1095 Regal Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Nicholasville, 13 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Camp Pendleton South, 2 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed
Based in Camp Pendleton South, 10 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#21 GDJ Landscaping
Based in Escondido, 12 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Encinitas
80/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
Based in Encinitas
80/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
Based in Encinitas
80/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Address
- 887 Brittany Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in San Marcos, 11 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 84 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 445 Enterprise St, San Marcos, CA 92078
Landscapers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 190 ranked landscapers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Encinitas
20 more landscapers within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
How we ranked Encinitas landscapers
We scored 190 Encinitas landscapers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Encinitas data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Landscapers in Encinitas: frequently asked questions
Who is the best landscaper in Encinitas?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked landscaper in Encinitas, CA is Landscape Water Experts with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 4.5★ from 51 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Armstrong Garden Centers (#2) and Anderson's La Costa Nursery (#3) follow. We ranked 190 landscapers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many landscapers are there in Encinitas?
ContractorsRanked ranks 190 landscapers serving Encinitas, CA. 18 of them are based in Encinitas; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which landscapers in Encinitas are open 24/7?
17 ranked landscapers in Encinitas post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Landscape Water Experts (#1), Pro Earth Landscape Inc (#7) and IC Trees San Diego (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which landscapers in Encinitas work on weekends?
119 of 190 ranked landscapers post Saturday hours and 49 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Landscape Water Experts (#1), Armstrong Garden Centers (#2) and Anderson's La Costa Nursery (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Encinitas landscapers have?
The median Google rating among 190 rated landscapers in Encinitas is 4.9★, with a median of 9 reviews. EcoGuard Pest Management has the most, 637 reviews, and ranks #12. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank landscapers?
Each landscaper gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do landscapers outside Encinitas count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Encinitas city center, our service radius for landscapers. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can landscapers pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Encinitas
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 190 landscapers serving Encinitas.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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