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Landscaping Services · San Jose & South Bay
Landscape Maintenance
& Lawn Care
A Healthy Landscape Doesn't Maintain Itself — But with the Right Ongoing Care, It Can Look Like It Does
Why It Matters
A Dedicated Team, Not a Generic Crew
The difference between a landscape that stays beautiful year after year and one that gradually loses its luster almost always comes down to the consistency and quality of the care it receives. Soil health, irrigation efficiency, pest and disease pressure, tree canopy condition, and plant vitality are all connected. When one falls out of balance, others are affected.
At San Jose Tree Service & Landscaping, landscape maintenance programs are built around your specific property — not a standard service schedule applied uniformly regardless of conditions. Your dedicated landscape manager coordinates a team that includes certified arborists, experienced horticulturalists, certified irrigation technicians, and grounds care professionals, all working from a customized plan developed after a thorough assessment of your property.
You have one point of contact throughout. Questions are answered within 24 business hours. And the people caring for your landscape understand not just what needs to be done, but why.
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What We Know
Why Holistic Maintenance Produces Better Results
Most lawn care services focus on the surface — mowing, edging, and blowing. That addresses the appearance, but not the conditions that determine whether a landscape truly thrives over time.
Soil & Plant Health
Healthy plants start with healthy soil. Organic care that supports natural nutrient development improves growing conditions over time — so the investment you've made in your landscape continues to perform, season after season.
Irrigation Calibrated to Conditions
An irrigation system that isn't calibrated to the season wastes water and stresses plants simultaneously. Seasonal adjustments, leak inspections, and zone-specific watering plans ensure your system is working for your landscape — not against it.
Trees as Long-Term Assets
Trees whose canopies are never professionally evaluated accumulate structural problems slowly. Our programs include a tree inventory and multi-year arborist-guided maintenance plan — treating the trees on your property as the long-term assets they are.
Is This Right for You?
A Maintenance Program May Be Right for You If:
Whether you've recently invested in a new landscape or simply want professional care that goes beyond the surface, the right starting point is a conversation and a thorough property assessment.
- Your current landscape requires more time and attention than you want to give it
- You've invested in a landscape renovation and want professional care to protect that investment going forward
- Your plants, lawn, or trees aren't performing as well as they should and you're not sure why
- Your irrigation system hasn't been professionally assessed or adjusted in several seasons
- You want a proactive approach to pest and disease management rather than reacting when problems become visible
- You're looking for one reliable team to handle everything — rather than coordinating multiple separate services
"A landscape that's properly maintained year-round doesn't look like it's being worked on. It just looks consistently right."
One Team, Full Property
Trees, lawn, plants, soil, irrigation, and more — all managed by one dedicated team working from a single customized plan. No coordinating between multiple contractors. No gaps in care.
(408) 422-1313Our Process
Our Landscape Maintenance Process
A structured, proactive approach — built around your property's specific needs, not a generic calendar.
Initial Landscape Assessment
Every program begins with a thorough on-site evaluation of your property — trees, plantings, lawn, soil conditions, irrigation system, and hardscape. This assessment is the foundation of your customized maintenance plan, ensuring that what we do and how often we do it reflects the actual needs of your specific landscape.
Customized Maintenance Plan
Based on the assessment, we develop a plan that addresses every aspect of your outdoor space — with clear priorities, seasonal adjustments, and a schedule that makes sense for your property and your goals. We review the plan with you before beginning service so you understand what's included and why.
Ongoing Service and Regular Communication
Your dedicated landscape manager oversees every visit and provides regular updates on what was done, what was observed, and any conditions that warrant attention. If something changes — a pest issue emerging, an irrigation component failing, a plant showing signs of stress — you hear about it promptly and with a clear recommendation.
Seasonal Adjustments
Maintenance needs change across the seasons, and our program adapts accordingly. Irrigation scheduling, fertilization timing, pruning windows, and pest management approaches are all adjusted to reflect current conditions — not a fixed calendar that ignores what the plants and soil actually need.
What's Included
What's Included in a Comprehensive Maintenance Program
Every program is customized — but here's what a comprehensive plan can include for your property, and how often each service actually happens.
How It's Scheduled
A Year-Round Calendar, Not a Guessing Game
Maintenance needs shift with the seasons. Here's a general view of what a comprehensive program addresses each quarter — your actual plan is adjusted to your property's specific conditions.
| Quarter | Irrigation | Lawn | Plants & Shrubs | Grounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 Feb – Mar |
Inspect for leaks, adjust to spring settings | Aerate, reseed, fertilize, weed treatment | Dormant prune, fertilize, disease treatment | Weed abatement, debris cleanup |
| Q2 May – Jun |
Inspect for leaks, adjust to summer settings | Fertilize, reseed, weed treatment | Light prune, disease management | Weed abatement, debris cleanup |
| Q3 Aug – Sep |
Inspect for leaks, maintain summer settings | Fertilize, reseed, grub treatment, weed treatment | Light prune, fertilize, disease management | Weed abatement, debris cleanup |
| Q4 Nov – Dec |
Inspect for leaks, adjust to winter settings | Winter fertilization, reseed, weed treatment | Dormant prune, disease management | Weed abatement, debris cleanup |
Large tree pruning, irrigation repairs, tree or plant removal, and mulch installation are handled as separate, as-needed services — not part of the recurring seasonal calendar.
Choose Your Starting Point
Not Every Property Needs the Full Program
A comprehensive plan makes sense for many properties, but some homeowners only need help in one area. Here's how our programs break down.
Complete Landscape Management
Every category above, coordinated by one dedicated landscape manager. The right fit if you want a single team handling everything.
Lawn-Only Management
Mowing, fertilization, grub treatment, reseeding, and weed control on the seasonal calendar above — without the broader plant and tree program.
Plant-Only Management
Pruning, fertilization, and pest and disease management for shrubs, vines, and ornamentals — for properties where the lawn isn't the priority.
Irrigation-Only Management
Leak inspections, seasonal timer adjustments, and zone calibration — a good fit if your system needs attention but the rest of your landscape is handled elsewhere.
Fruit Tree & Edible Garden Management
Specialized seasonal care for orchards, berry vines, and small vineyards, which follow a different calendar than ornamental plantings.
As-Needed Visits
One-time or occasional service — a good starting point if you're not ready for an ongoing program but need a specific issue addressed.
Not sure which fits your property? A property assessment will tell you — that's the starting point for every plan, regardless of size.
Our Difference
Why Homeowners Choose Us
Homeowners across San Jose choose our maintenance programs because they want professional care that goes beyond the surface — and a team they can trust to keep them informed. We don't disappear between visits or wait for you to notice a problem. We manage your landscape proactively, communicate consistently, and treat your property with the same care and attention we'd want for our own.
The South Bay's climate creates specific maintenance rhythms that a program designed for this region needs to account for. The species common throughout established neighborhoods in San Jose, Los Gatos, and Saratoga each have their own seasonal care requirements, pest vulnerabilities, and soil preferences — and our team's familiarity with what grows here means maintenance recommendations that reflect actual local conditions.
"The goal is a landscape that stays healthy, looks beautiful, and requires nothing from you except the enjoyment of it."
Schedule a ConsultationOne point of contact who knows your property, oversees every visit, and responds to questions within 24 business hours — not a different crew each time.
Trees are managed as part of a multi-year plan overseen by a certified arborist — not as an afterthought addressed only when something goes visibly wrong.
Your program is built around the specific needs of your property after a thorough assessment — not a standard package applied uniformly regardless of conditions.
Our dry summers, wet season disease pressure, and extended growing season all shape how we maintain landscapes here. Our team's regional knowledge means care that reflects what your landscape actually needs.
Who's On Your Property
Meet Your Team
A comprehensive program is coordinated by one manager, but staffed by specialists — not a rotating crew.
Landscape Manager
Your single point of contact. Oversees every visit and responds to questions within 24 business hours.
Certified Arborist
Conducts a minimum of one tree assessment per year and guides the multi-year tree maintenance plan.
Horticulturalist
Manages plant, shrub, and vine health, including pruning timing and pest and disease monitoring.
Irrigation Technician
Handles system inspections, seasonal timer adjustments, and repairs when components fail.
Landscape Technicians
Your weekly on-site team, trained on your property's specific plan and reporting back on any conditions worth noting.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions — Landscape Maintenance & Lawn Care
How often will someone actually be on my property?
It depends on your plan, but a comprehensive program typically includes weekly visits from your landscape technicians, monthly check-ins from your landscape manager, and a minimum of one annual assessment from a certified arborist. Irrigation technicians visit for scheduled seasonal adjustments and whenever a repair is needed. You'll know your property's specific visit schedule before service begins.
What if I only need help with one area, like my lawn or irrigation?
That's common, and we offer standalone plans for lawn-only, plant-only, irrigation-only, and fruit tree or edible garden management. A property assessment will help determine whether a focused plan or a complete program makes more sense for your situation.
How does billing work?
Plans are month-to-month and can be cancelled at any time. Billing goes out by email during the first week of each month for the prior month's service, with Net 30 days to pay by check, credit card, or direct deposit. Pricing is reviewed annually and may be adjusted based on plan scope or site conditions — you'll always be notified in advance of any change.
What's included in your maintenance programs?
Our programs are customized to the specific needs of your property rather than built around a fixed package. A comprehensive program can include landscape assessment, irrigation management, grounds care, lawn care, plant and shrub pruning, insect and disease management, soil care, tree management, and edible garden care — along with a range of as-needed services. We begin with a thorough property assessment and develop a plan that reflects what your landscape actually needs, reviewed with you before service begins.
Can I customize my maintenance plan?
Yes — customization is the starting point, not an upgrade. We don't apply a standard program uniformly and adjust later. We assess your property first, discuss your goals and priorities, and build a plan around what your specific landscape requires. If your needs change over time, the plan adapts with them. You'll always have visibility into what's included and why.
Do you offer services for drought-tolerant or low-maintenance properties?
Yes. Properties planted for drought tolerance and low maintenance still benefit from professional ongoing care — irrigation calibration, appropriate pruning, soil health monitoring, and pest management are all relevant regardless of plant palette. We're experienced with water-efficient landscapes and understand both the benefits and the specific care requirements that come with drought-tolerant species in our South Bay climate.
What's your approach to lawn care?
Lawn care within our programs goes beyond weekly mowing. We include proper seasonal watering adjustments, regular fertilization, grub treatments, overseeding where appropriate, and targeted weed management using the right herbicides with attention to environmental impact. Lawn health is also connected to soil health — so our approach addresses what's happening below the surface, not just what's visible above it.
Can I add services like gutter cleaning, power washing, or holiday lighting to my program?
Yes. We offer a range of as-needed services that can complement your regular maintenance program — including power washing, gutter cleaning, holiday lighting installation and removal, mulch installation, seasonal flower rotations, irrigation repairs, and more. Having