Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Landscaping Solutions in San Diego
Torrey Pines Landscape is an employee-owned, award-winning landscape design-build and maintenance company founded in 1983. With over 40 employees and decades of combined experience, we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces through creative solutions tailored to client needs. Our team of landscape architects, construction supervisors, and skilled craftsmen delivers seamless communication and high-quality craftsmanship across San Diego. We prioritize customer service, offering comprehensive services from initial design to project completion and ongoing maintenance. Our process emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and long-term client relationships, ensuring every project meets exacting standards.We hold ourselves accountable to rigorous industry practices, including water-wise technology and state-of-the-art irrigation systems. Our expertise spans residential and commercial projects, including hardscape construction, outdoor kitchens, water features, and specialty garden care. We serve communities like Coronado, La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, and Carlsbad, maintaining a reputation where every job acts as a reference. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as one of Southern Californias top landscaping firms.
Services
Landscape Design
Hardscape Construction
Outdoor Kitchens
Water Features
Maintenance Services
Irrigation Systems
Pest Control
Lighting Installation
Garden Renovations
Seasonal Planting
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in San Diego's landscaping industry.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and quality craftsmanship.
- We offer comprehensive services from design to maintenance under one roof.
- Our team includes certified landscape architects and skilled construction professionals.
- We serve prestigious communities like Rancho Santa Fe and La Jolla.
What people say
Terrific to work with
Superior artistic design skills
Completed below budget
State of the art systems
Master craftsmen
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces tailored to client preferences and property characteristics. We combine artistic vision with functional planning, using AutoCAD technology and 3D modeling to visualize concepts. Clients receive detailed plans with itemized estimates before construction begins.
Hardscape Construction
We specialize in durable hardscape elements like patios, walkways, and retaining walls using premium materials. Our team installs fire features, outdoor kitchens, and decorative concrete with precision craftsmanship. Projects integrate seamlessly with surrounding landscapes for lasting beauty.
Landscape Maintenance
Our maintenance service preserves landscape investments through regular upkeep by trained professionals. Services include irrigation management, pest control, seasonal planting, and specialty care for rose gardens and fruit trees. We ensure optimal appearance year-round with proactive attention to detail.
Water Features
We design and construct custom water features including fountains, koi ponds, and waterfalls. Our installations blend natural elements with technical expertise, creating serene focal points that enhance property value and outdoor ambiance.
Outdoor Lighting
Our low-energy LED lighting systems highlight architectural and natural features while improving safety. We strategically place fixtures to accentuate textures, create ambiance, and showcase landscape investments after dark.
People
Mark Southern
CEO & Registered Landscape Architect
Mark Southern joined Torrey Pines in 2016 with industry experience since 1993. He holds degrees from UC Santa Barbara and the New School of Architecture, combining architectural expertise with horticultural knowledge. Mark previously taught horticulture and worked with architectural firms before joining Torrey Pines.
Carly Montagne
CFO & Secretary
Carly Montagne has managed Torrey Pines' operations since 2005, bringing construction management expertise from her 1994-2005 career in residential contracting. She oversees financial operations while balancing community involvement through youth-focused nonprofits and family activities.
Lei Huey Jeanes
Landscape Designer
Lei Huey Jeanes joined Torrey Pines in 2014, contributing landscape architecture expertise from Cal Poly and prior public project experience. She handles design, measurement, and project management while balancing family life with her husband and son in San Diego.
Harry Thompson
Founder & Past President
Harry Thompson founded Torrey Pines Landscape in 1983, establishing its reputation for quality craftsmanship. As past president, he set standards for client relationships and employee treatment that continue shaping the company's culture today.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve San Diego County communities including Coronado, La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, Carlsbad, and Del Mar.
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, construction, hardscaping, water features, maintenance, and outdoor lighting.
How long has your company been in business?
Torrey Pines Landscape Company has served San Diego since 1983, with over 40 employees and decades of combined experience.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we complete both residential and commercial landscaping projects, from private gardens to public spaces.
What makes your company different?
As an employee-owned company, we combine personalized service with technical expertise, offering seamless design-build processes and long-term maintenance solutions.
Can you help with water-efficient landscaping?
Yes, we specialize in water-wise installations using advanced irrigation technology to create sustainable, drought-tolerant landscapes.
