Landscaping & Hardscaping
Design and build outdoor spaces people love.
What is a Landscape & Hardscape Professional?
Landscaping and hardscaping pros design, build, and maintain outdoor environments — from irrigation and planting to patios, retaining walls, and outdoor living spaces. It blends craft, design, and entrepreneurship.
What you’d actually do
- Install irrigation, lighting, and drainage systems
- Build patios, walkways, and retaining walls
- Plant and maintain lawns, trees, and gardens
- Operate skid steers and landscaping equipment
How to get started
- Start with a landscaping company — most train entry-level crews
- Learn irrigation, hardscape, and equipment skills on the job
- Add certifications and a contractor license to run your own business
Common questions
Can you make a career out of landscaping?
Absolutely — beyond mowing, the field includes irrigation, hardscape construction, lighting, and design. Many crew members advance to foreman, designer, or business owner.
Do I need a license for landscaping?
Entry-level work usually doesn't, but California requires a contractor license for larger landscape construction jobs — a common goal as you advance.
Your future is hiring.
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