Lara Landscaping (760) 987-8078

Family-owned in the High Desert since 2009

Your yard, transformed.

Family-owned landscaping serving Victorville and the High Desert since 2009.

17+ Years in business
Licensed CSLB #C-27 932542
4.9★ 105 Google reviews
A+ BBB rating

The Lara standard

Good work starts with a clear plan.

Landscaping is a big decision. We make the process straightforward, keep the details connected, and build a yard that feels right for your home.

Meet the team
  1. 01

    A plan you can picture

    We listen at the walkthrough, talk through real options, and can prepare a 3D design for larger projects before work begins.

  2. 02

    One team from start to finish

    From grading and hardscape to planting, lighting and irrigation, your project stays with one experienced landscape crew.

  3. 03

    Built for the long run

    For 17+ years, we’ve built yards around High Desert heat, wind, cold nights and water-wise living.

Selected work

Yards built for real High Desert life

A look at the outdoor spaces we’ve designed and built across the community.

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Kind words

Real yards, real neighbors

Landscaping project shared by Whitney Perez
“Lara Landscaping did more than I could have imagined to my yard! His team was very professional, spoke with me throughout the whole process, and gave me many options to choose from — styles and budgets. Anyone who wants the best, stop looking and start booking!”
Whitney Perez — via Google
Landscaping project shared by Joseph Dousharm
“Exceeded every expectation from start to finish. The craftsmanship was outstanding — clean lines, thoughtful design, and a finished product that truly transformed my outdoor space. The project was completed on time without any surprises.”
Joseph Dousharm — via Google
Landscaping project shared by Jenifer Gonzales
“Ruben and Sheryl were fantastic. This was the first major project we’ve had at our home and I was very happy with the results. They made very helpful suggestions and executed what I wanted perfectly — their crew worked incredibly hard and with great care.”
Jenifer Gonzales — via Google
Landscaping project shared by Betty Marek
“We had only a small idea of what we wanted, and Ruben gave us so much more. They always answer their phone and never leave you hanging — the best customer service! If you want quality, professional, on-time work, you need Lara Landscaping.”
Betty Marek — via Google
Landscaping project shared by J.D.
“Lara Landscaping did an amazing job to beautify our boring backyard. Ruben shared his idea and vision and it came out better than we envisioned. Their guys were fast, efficient and professional — they got so much done in a few days.”
J.D. — via Google

What we do

Full-service landscaping, start to finish

From bare dirt to the yard you’ve been picturing — design, build, and everything between.

Front & Backyard Renovation
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Front & Backyard Renovation

Full front- and backyard transformations — from bare dirt or overgrown yards to outdoor spaces you actually use.

  • Front-yard curb appeal and full backyard builds
  • Design consultation and 3D preview of the finished yard
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Patio Cover Installation
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Patio Cover Installation

Shade structures and patio covers that make the backyard usable through High Desert summers.

  • Solid and lattice-style patio covers
  • Attached and freestanding shade structures
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Fencing
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Fencing

Fences that match your landscape — privacy, security and curb appeal.

  • Privacy and perimeter fencing
  • Gates built to match
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Pavers & Walkways
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Pavers & Walkways

Patios, paths and driveways in pavers that handle High Desert sun and stay beautiful.

  • Patios, walkways, pool decks and driveways
  • Excavation, base preparation and compaction
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Synthetic Grass & Turf
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Synthetic Grass & Turf

Green all year, zero watering. Professional-grade turf installed to last.

  • Professional-grade turf for yards, play areas and pet runs
  • Base grading, compaction and drainage
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Rockscape
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Rockscape

Low-water rock and desert-scape designs that look sharp and cut your water bill.

  • Decorative rock, boulders and dry creek beds
  • Weed barrier and ground preparation
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Retaining Walls & Concrete
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Retaining Walls & Concrete

Structural walls, borders and concrete work — built right the first time.

  • Retaining walls in block and stone
  • Planter walls, borders and steps
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Planting & Ground Cover
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Planting & Ground Cover

Trees, shrubs and ground cover chosen for our climate, planted to thrive.

  • Shade and ornamental trees suited to the climate
  • Shrubs, perennials and drought-tolerant ground cover
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Sod Installation
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Sod Installation

New lawns installed as sod, with the grading and irrigation to keep them green.

  • Sod installation for an instant lawn
  • Grading, soil preparation and amendments
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Irrigation & Sprinklers

New systems, repairs and drip conversion — water where it counts, nowhere it doesn’t.

  • New sprinkler and drip systems
  • Repairs, reroutes and valve replacement
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Low Voltage Lighting
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Low Voltage Lighting

Landscape lighting that makes your yard usable and beautiful after dark.

  • Path, patio and step lighting
  • Uplighting for trees, walls and the house
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Built for the High Desert

Yards out here have to survive out here

The High Desert is hard on landscaping: triple-digit summers, freezing winter nights, relentless wind, and water that costs more every year. Everything we build is chosen for this climate — so it still looks good five summers from now.

Sun & heat

Turf, plants and materials that don’t fade, warp or fry in 100°+ summers.

Wind

Fences and trees placed to block it; fixtures and structures anchored to take it.

Freeze–thaw

Hardscape with proper base and drainage, so winter nights don’t crack it.

Water bills

Drip irrigation, rockscape and synthetic turf that keep the yard green and the bill low.

How it works

From first call to finished yard

  1. Step 1

    Free consult & 3D design

    We visit, listen, and prepare a realistic 3D design so you can see your new yard before we start — and change anything while it’s still free.

  2. Step 2

    We build it

    Our crew handles everything: grading, hardscape, planting, lighting and irrigation — cleanly and on schedule.

  3. Step 3

    Enjoy it

    Step out into the yard you pictured — built to last and easy to live with. We’re a phone call away whenever you’re ready for the next project.

Service area

Where we work

Based in Victorville, serving communities across the High Desert. Not sure if you’re in range? Just call.

15 395 18 Victorville Hesperia Apple Valley Phelan Oak Hills Piñon Hills Wrightwood Spring Valley Lake Barstow

Get in touch

Get a free estimate

Tell us a little about your project and we’ll get back to you fast — or skip the form and just call.

Call or text
(760) 987-8078 or (760) 987-3719
Hours
Mon–Fri 7am–7pm
Serving
Victorville, Hesperia, Apple Valley, Phelan, Oak Hills, Piñon Hills, Wrightwood, Spring Valley Lake, Barstow and nearby communities
  1. Tell us about your project

    A few details and a phone number is plenty — photos help if you have them.

  2. We come take a look

    We’ll walk the yard with you, talk through options, and give you a straightforward quote. Free, no obligation.

  3. You see it before we build

    For bigger projects we prepare a 3D design first, so you know exactly what you’re getting.

Prefer to talk? Call (760) 987-8078 — Mon–Fri 7am–7pm.