San Jose is the most populated city in the Bay Area, the county seat of Santa Clara County, and has been referred to as the Capital of Silicon Valley. It is the city with the third largest population in California and is among the most expensive real estate markets in the world. It is home to the headquarters of Zoom, Cisco Systems, Adobe Inc., PayPal, and eBay, and, at one point, it was even home to the first state capital of California.

Residents who call this city home enjoy high-tech professional opportunities, plenty of outdoor recreation options, attractions like the Winchester Mystery House, museums, and an abundance of parks, gardens, and community events. With busy work schedules and so many recreational options, homeowners here prefer low-maintenance outdoor living areas that lend themselves to comfortable family gatherings as well as entertaining guests.

Here at Sequoia Outdoor, our team of landscape designers and installation crews are ready to help you create the front yard or backyard of your dreams with increased curb appeal, cozy fire features, low-water grass alternatives, or an amazing outdoor kitchen.

What Locations Does Sequoia Outdoor Serve?

Our experienced landscape design and installation team serves all neighborhoods within and around San Jose, including Alma, Canoas, Coleman, Civic Center, Communication Hill, Hyde Park, Japantown, Little Portugal, Little Saigon, McLaughlin, Midtown, Naglee Park, Northside, Olinder-Bonita, Spartan Keyes, San Tomas Aquino, Santana Row/Valley Fair, Tamien, The Alameda, Washington-Guadalupe, Winchester, Alviso, Rincon/Golden Triangle, Rincon South, Berryessa, Alum Rock, Evergreen, Silver Creek Valley, Calabazas, Paseo de Saratoga, Stevens Creek, Fruitdale, Bascom, Willow Glen, Cambrian, North Monterey, Seven Trees, Blossom Valley, Edenvale, Almaden, Santa Teresa, and Basking Ridge.

Sequoia Outdoor also serves communities throughout Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, and the Bay Area, including Los Gatos, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Milpitas, Campbell, Monte Sereno, Atherton, Mountain View, Hillsborough, San Mateo, Foster City, Belmont, San Carlos, Emerald Hills, Burlingame, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Portola Valley, Saratoga, Palo Alto, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and Redwood City.

Building Your Dream Landscape

The key to building your dream landscape is to work with an experienced landscape designer who can assist you throughout the process. It is one thing to come up with a great list of ideas and to make a rough sketch of how you would like your yard to look. It is quite another thing to create a cohesive design, choose features and materials, determine how the property needs to be leveled or graded for proper drainage, get permits, and make sure the end result is functional, welcoming, and visually appealing. There is also the matter of making sure the landscape style complements the look of your home, as well as assessing for safety, privacy, or infrastructure needs that only a seasoned professional might notice.

Working with a landscape designer helps you to achieve all of this and to take your budget, timeline, and list of needs and turn them into beautiful outdoor living spaces.

What Services Does Sequoia Outdoor Provide?

Sequoia Outdoor provides San Jose landscape design and landscape construction, including:

Landscape design
Paver Installation, sealing, and cleaning
Artificial grass installation
Retaining walls
Outdoor Lighting
Fire pits and fireplaces
Outdoor kitchens and BBQ islands
Pergolas
Water features

Where in San Jose Can I Get Inspiration for My Landscape Project?

San Jose is home to several great places to get inspiration for gardens and outdoor living areas. Some of the spots you might want to check out include the California Native Garden Foundation at Middlebrook Gardens, the Japanese Friendship Garden, the Butterfly Garden at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, Guadalupe Gardens, the Municipal Rose Garden, and even the Winchester Mystery House.

You can also find landscape design inspiration by just driving around neighborhoods you like. This is a great way to explore landscape styles and how they look with different architectural styles. It is also a good way to see plants that thrive here and see which landscape design ideas you are most drawn to.

To get even more ideas, visit our inspiration page to see a gallery of past projects our team has completed.

Why Should I Hire a San Jose-Based Landscape Designer?

San Jose landscape designers have local knowledge and resources that can help to ensure that your landscaping installation is completed within budget, on time, and just how you envisioned it.

Microclimate Understanding

One way that local landscape designers help ensure the success of your project is by having a better understanding of your area’s microclimate. For example, in San Jose, designers are used to designing landscapes for near-coastal conditions and a Mediterranean climate, including dry, hot summers.

Hillside and canyon experience

San Jose is located in the Santa Clara Valley and has mountains on three sides, which means many properties will have hillsides or other uneven terrain that needs to be considered during the design and installation process.

Access to local resources

Landscape designers in San Jose have access to local resources that can help make your project a success. These local resources include knowing other contractors and vendors and being familiar with local permitting processes and building regulations.

Does Sequoia Outdoor Landscape with Plants, Succulents, or Gravel?

Yes, our team has years of experience designing and installing landscapes that feature tropical and native plants, succulents, gravel, and other grass alternatives.

What Landscape Design Styles Are Common in San Jose?

San Jose residents enjoy outdoor living throughout the year and are accustomed to conserving water, due to the hot, dry summers. This has led to landscaping trends that include low-water, low-maintenance landscaping and well-designed outdoor living areas that maximize space and allow for upscale entertaining. Common features include outdoor kitchens, artificial grass, paving stone patios, pergolas, and fire features.

Does Sequoia Outdoor Design for Earthquakes, Wildfires, or Mudslides?

The Sequoia Outdoor team is well-versed in designing landscapes to reduce the risk of damage from natural disasters. This includes retaining walls, grading, and other erosion control to reduce the risk of mudslides. For earthquakes, we can help you design outdoor living areas that can better withstand movement or be easier to repair if earthquake damage occurs, such as pavers for patios and driveways. We can help you reduce the risk of wildfire damage by designing a defensible space around your home with fire-resistant plants and hardscapes.

What Does the Process of Hiring Sequoia Outdoor Entail?

The first step is to contact us for a free consultation. From there, one of our designers will create a 3D rendering of your project, go over your budget and timeline, answer your questions about the design or the process, and then oversee the landscape construction.

What Questions Should I Ask Sequoia Outdoor?

Before you begin working with us or any contractor, here are some good questions to ask:

Are you licensed with the Contractors State License Board (CSLB)?

Do you have worker’s comp and general liability insurance?

Are your contractors licensed, bonded, and insured?

Do you offer eco-friendly landscape design?

Do you have the correct licenses for the type of services I am requesting?

How long have you been in business and providing the type of services I need?

Do you have a list of completed projects in the area that I can look at in person?

FAQ for Landscaping Services

How much does it cost to consult a landscape architect?

While some landscape architects and designers charge a flat fee, those who charge hourly rates often cost between $30 and $80 per hour. We offer a free consultation, so contact us today to schedule with one of our designers.

What is the difference between a landscaper and a landscape designer?

Landscape designers work with homeowners to understand their needs, timeline, and budget, and then create an overall design for their outdoor living area or entire property. They will provide you with a 3D rendering of the design, recommend materials and features, point out safety or infrastructure concerns, and oversee the installation of the project.

Landscapers sometimes offer some construction services, such as walkways or sod, and sometimes provide basic tree trimming services, but they most often provide landscaping maintenance that includes raking, blowing, mowing, weeding, pruning, and general lawn care.

How much do landscapers charge per hour in San Jose?

San Jose landscapers usually charge between $25 and $50 per person per hour.

How much should I budget for a landscape project?

This depends on the size of your project, the materials used, the unique features of your property, and where your home is located. Smaller projects might only cost about $2,000, while more elaborate designs may cost more than $50,000. Schedule a free, on-site consultation with one of our designers to get an estimate for your next project.

Reach Out to Sequoia Outdoor for Landscape Design in San Jose

Whether you are interested in artificial grass, a paver patio, a fire pit, an outdoor kitchen or built-in barbecue, or a complete backyard remodel, we are here to help. Give us a call at (650) 554-0182 or email us at [email protected] to schedule a free consultation.