(760) 846-2200 www.chgardens.com
Tree Services: Large Trees, Stump Removal
Credentials and Trust: Long Established
Customer Experience: Cleanup Included, Affordable
Emergency and Storm: Quick Response
C & H Gardens has been providing residential, commercial property landscape and arboricultural tree services in the North County San Diego. Including cities of Del Mar, La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, Solana Beach, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Escondido, San Marcos, Vista and surrounding areas since 1978. We specialize in creating tranquil, practical and functional outdoor living spaces. Whether you enjoy entertaining, recreation or relaxation we can bring Beauty and Tranquility to your world. C & H specializes in unique landscape design, implementation as a contractor and also offers tree services for North County San Diego and the surrounding cities. Our other popular services include hardscape, patios, and tree removal and trimming.
4.7 from 25 reviews
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Relocating large trees and trimming oversized specimens in tight spaces near homes are standout capabilities, with customers noting successful moves and precise trimming of humongous eucalyptus that were leaning on residential structures. Stump removal and ongoing tree trimming are reliably provided, with clients calling them the go-to team for both tasks. The crew is praised for professional, courteous service, showing up on schedule, getting the job done, and leaving sites clean. Their deep local experience in North County San Diego, including Encinitas and surrounding communities since 1978, informs their approach to integrating tree work with overall landscape design and irrigation needs.
Full stump extraction, root and all - not just grinding. Ideal when you need the area completely cleared for construction, landscaping, or replanting.
Reliable stump removal is a core component of their arboricultural services in North County San Diego, including Encinitas. Customers note that Kent and the crew show up on schedule, complete the stump removal efficiently, and leave the site thoroughly cleaned. They approach stump work with courtesy, clear communication, and fair, competitive pricing. These capabilities are integrated with their broader landscape and tree services across the North County communities they serve.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
With an established presence in North County San Diego since 1978, the team has built a long track record of delivering comprehensive landscape design, installation, and tree services across Encinitas and neighboring communities such as Del Mar, La Jolla, and Solana Beach. Customer feedback repeatedly highlights their ability to translate visions into functional, drought-tolerant outdoor spaces, from water-wise plantings and upgraded irrigation to hardscape features, patios, and integrated lighting. They demonstrate broad technical capability, including large-tree relocation, palm management, drainage improvements, and cohesive sprinkler and irrigation systems tied to thoughtful plant selection. Clients report reliable scheduling, thorough site cleanup, clear communication, and a willingness to collaborate within budget on projects ranging from intimate home landscapes to more complex, multi-space installs. The sustained, hands-on leadership and attention to detail across residential, commercial, and sensitive settings (such as hospice grounds) illustrate a durable capacity to design, implement, and maintain enduring outdoor environments.
All debris - branches, logs, and brush - is hauled away as part of the job. No pile left behind for you to deal with.
Cleanup is included as a core part of their landscape and tree services, with a clear pattern of thorough site tidiness across projects. Clients repeatedly note that crews arrive on schedule, work diligently, and leave the property cleaner than when they started. They consistently clear debris and remnants after tasks like tree removal, plantings, irrigation updates, and hardscape work, keeping paths and spaces safe and accessible. This strong emphasis on post-work cleanliness enhances the overall experience and helps the transformed spaces feel ready for immediate use.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Budget-conscious landscape design and installation are a recurring strength in North County San Diego, including Encinitas. Customers note proposals often come in at the low end of quotes and projects stay within budget, with fair and competitive pricing cited across multiple jobs. Their capabilities span design, hardscape, irrigation and drainage, and tree services, completed on schedule with clear communication. They emphasize water-wise, drought-tolerant plantings to reduce long-term costs while delivering attractive, low-maintenance yards. This combination of affordability, breadth of services, and service area supports practical outdoor transformations for homes and commercial properties in Encinitas and the surrounding communities.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Rapid responses to inquiries and practical guidance are a hallmark of their service in Encinitas and across North County San Diego, including Del Mar, La Jolla, and Solana Beach. Clients report quick replies to questions and advice requests, with team members often getting back promptly and offering help as needed. On the job, the crew consistently shows up as scheduled and often arrives early to start work, cleaning up thoroughly as they go. Turnaround can be impressively fast, with complete yard makeovers finished in about four days even when weather interrupts occur. Ongoing engagement is evident, with in-person follow-ups to explain details, adjust irrigation, and answer questions after work, and they demonstrate the ability to minimize disruption on sensitive projects like hospice outdoor spaces while delivering on time.