Landscape Design & Construction
Landscape design and construction for homes and businesses in Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara.
- Family owned
- Central Coast local
- Residential + Commercial
- Best of Santa Maria Valley 2024 & 2025
- CA Lic. #1045554
What our landscaping work covers
Landscape design
A plan built around your property and how you use it, from gardens to modern hardscapes.
Residential landscaping
Backyard retreats and front-yard makeovers.
Commercial landscaping
Landscapes that give a business curb appeal and hold up to daily use.
Hardscape
Patios, walkways, retaining walls and other hardscape. See decks and patios.
Irrigation and drainage
Irrigation that saves water, and drainage that protects your property from runoff.
How a landscape project usually goes
- Site visit. Look at sun, soil, drainage and how you use the space.
- Design. A plan for planting, hardscape, irrigation and lighting.
- Grading and drainage. Shape the ground so water moves away from buildings.
- Hardscape. Patios, walkways and walls go in before planting.
- Irrigation and planting. Install the watering system, then plants and mulch.
What affects the cost of landscaping
- Size of the area and how much grading it needs.
- Amount of hardscape compared with planting.
- Irrigation and drainage work.
- Plant sizes and materials.
- Access for equipment.
California’s water-efficient landscape rules
California’s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance covers new landscapes of 500 square feet or more, and rehabilitated landscapes of 2,500 square feet or more, when the project needs a building or landscape permit, plan check or design review (Department of Water Resources, §491). Cities and counties can adopt their own version, so check locally.
Smaller projects aren’t covered, but the same ideas save water anywhere: group plants by water needs, use drip irrigation, and add mulch.
Replacing a lawn? See water-wise landscaping and local rebates. In a fire hazard area, see defensible space and home hardening.
Why hire JD Green for landscaping
A well-designed landscape makes a property more usable and more valuable.
- Construction and landscaping together: Hardscape, walls and planting from one contractor.
- Licensed: California contractor’s license #1045554.
- Family-owned and local: Ninth-generation Santa Maria Valley, working across the Central Coast.
How it works
- Tell us about your project
- Meet with our team
- Plan & build
- Enjoy the finished space
From our customers
Absolutely loved working with and getting to know the Green Team. They did an outstanding job building our new home. Jeremy was straightforward and honest throughout the process of the build. Got a new home, and made some great, new friends along the way...can't beat that service!
“Jeremy was thoughtful, organized and listened to our needs! The crews were fast and professional.”
“JD Green Construction turned our vision into a reality… We love our new kitchen and we will definitely be calling JD Construction for our next remodel project”
“Makes it look so different and open.”
Common questions
How do I fix standing water in my yard?
Common fixes include regrading so water flows away from the house, adding drains, and improving soil. The right fix depends on where the water comes from and where it can go.
What is a French drain?
A gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects water underground and carries it away from problem areas.
How can I make my yard more water-efficient?
Drought-tolerant plants, efficient irrigation and less lawn all help. The California Department of Water Resources has a plant and landscape guide.
Is drip irrigation worth it?
Drip irrigation puts water at the roots with less waste, which suits planting beds and shrubs. Lawns usually use sprinklers.
Are there rebates for water-efficient landscaping?
Many water providers offer rebates for things like lawn replacement or efficient irrigation. Check with your water provider before you start, as some require approval first.
How do I check that a contractor is licensed?
Look up the license number on the Contractors State License Board website, which shows whether a license is active and what it covers. JD Green Construction’s California license number is 1045554.