Top Pick
5.0 ★ · 74
Hughes Landscape Inc.
Dominant landscape design & outdoor-living builder for large residential projects.
5170 Golden Foothill Pkwy
Source: Google
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Serrano Service Guide
Gardeners & Landscaping
El Dorado Hills landscapes range from compact Serrano courtyards to sprawling foothill lots with slopes, oak woodland, and fire-conscious planting needs. The pros below split into two groups newcomers ask about most: design-build firms that handle hardscape, irrigation, and outdoor-living projects, and dependable weekly maintenance gardeners (several of whom are recommended by name across the local Facebook and Nextdoor groups rather than on Google).
What to Ask Before Booking
- — For new-home yards, ask about water-wise and fire-smart planting suited to the foothill climate.
- — Confirm whether a crew does design-build or maintenance only — many specialize in one.
- — Gated Serrano lots may require contractor gate access; mention it when scheduling.
Recommended Local Pros
6 listings
Website
5.0 ★ · 32
Gove Landscape Construction
Highly regarded for hardscaping and custom design work.
Source: Google
4.9 ★ · 27
JWA Landscape & Concrete Construction
Strong reputation for concrete, hardscape, and design.
Source: Google
Nextdoor rec
Murillo Bros Landscaping
Well-reviewed for dependable recurring yard care.
Source: Nextdoor
Facebook rec
Rosa & Pedro Rojas
Frequently cited in the EDH Facebook community as affordable and reliable for weekly maintenance.
+1 916-743-5091
Source: Facebook
Nextdoor rec
The Lucky Leprechaun Lawn & Land Care
Strong Yelp/Nextdoor reputation for ongoing yard maintenance.
Source: Nextdoor
Common Questions
How much does landscaping cost in El Dorado Hills?
Weekly lawn maintenance in the El Dorado Hills / Serrano area typically runs $100–$200 per visit depending on lot size. Design-build projects — hardscape, irrigation, full yard installs — start around $15,000 and can exceed $80,000 for large foothill lots with sloped terrain, custom stonework, or extensive outdoor-living features. Get at least two itemized bids before committing.
Do I need a fire-safe landscape in Serrano?
Serrano itself is not in a state-designated High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, but the surrounding El Dorado Hills foothills and adjacent communities are. Many local landscapers recommend fire-smart planting (low-fuel, drought-tolerant natives) as a best practice regardless of your zone — it also cuts water bills. Ask specifically about CAL FIRE defensible space guidelines when planning new plantings near the property edge.
Which landscapers in El Dorado Hills are recommended by neighbors?
Hughes Landscape Inc. consistently leads design-build reviews on Google (5.0 across 74 reviews) and handles large residential outdoor-living projects. For ongoing weekly maintenance, Rosa & Pedro Rojas and Murillo Bros Landscaping are frequently cited by name in the local El Dorado Hills Facebook community groups as dependable and fairly priced — both have minimal online presence but strong word-of-mouth reputations.
Can landscaping crews access gated Serrano communities?
Yes, but you need to register them in advance. Serrano uses a gate-access system; homeowners can add approved vendors through the Serrano Community Association portal or by calling the gate directly. Let your landscaper know about the gated access before the first visit so they can get on your approved vendor list — most local crews are familiar with the process.