The hillsides, ocean breezes, and intense sun exposure make this area ideal for creative landscaping — but they also require thoughtful design.

We recommend:

  • Retaining walls to manage elevation and define space

  • Drought-tolerant and native plants for sustainable beauty

  • Bark, gravel, or decomposed granite as smart lawn alternatives

  • Hardscaping with stone, pavers, and lighting

  • Privacy hedges or fencing that meet local code and elevate style

Our team creates custom outdoor spaces that last — and feel like they’ve always belonged there.

Local Guidelines

Landscaping in these cities means working with HOAs, fire safety codes, and often strict building regulations. We’re experienced with:

We make sure your project is both beautiful and compliant — and help you avoid delays or rework.

Popular Landscaping Features

We’ve helped homeowners across the peninsula with:

  • Native and pollinator-friendly gardens

  • Custom retaining walls in natural stone or block

  • Luxury pathway lighting and patios

  • Boulders, dry creek beds, and natural erosion control

  • Modern fencing and hedging for privacy and structure

  • Front yard re-dos to boost curb appeal and property value

Landscape Styles That Fit the Peninsula

This area tends to favor refined, natural design that feels high-end but blends with the landscape. Some of the styles that work best here include:

  • Modern coastal: clean lines, native grasses, warm neutrals

  • Mediterranean-inspired: olive trees, stonework, decomposed granite

  • California native: water-wise plant palettes, organic shapes

  • Luxury ranch: layered greenery, mature trees, stone pathways

Need help picking a direction? We can work with your vision — or help you create one.

Native Plant Picks for Palos Verdes Area

Here are just a few of our go-to native plants that thrive in these microclimates:

  • Ceanothus (California lilac) – showy blue flowers, low water

  • Toyon – evergreen with winter berries, fire-safe

  • Buckwheat – soft texture, long bloom season

  • California fuchsia – great for slopes and color

  • Manzanita – sculptural look with minimal upkeep

Using native plants not only helps with brush clearance — it also supports pollinators and saves water long-term.

Let’s Talk About Your Landscape

Whether you're working with a slope, designing a pollinator garden, or replacing water-hungry lawns, we’d love to help.

We know these neighborhoods well — and we care about building landscapes that are smart, beautiful, and lasting.

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