Earthscapes - Los Osos's Experienced Landscaping
2081 11th St, Los Osos, CA 93402
Business Overview
Earthscapes is a full-service landscape design, build, and maintenance company, established in Los Osos in 1990 by Suzanne and Mike Morrison. With a BS in Landscape Architecture and a BS in Soil Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo respectively, Suzanne and Mike combine design expertise with practical horticultural science. They specialize in creating sustainable, water-wise landscapes for the Central Coast, focusing on native and edible plant palettes. Their services are comprehensive, covering everything from initial design and earthmoving to the installation of modern irrigation systems, retaining walls, patios, fences, and ongoing maintenance. For over three decades, they have built a strong reputation on quality work and a commitment to helping Los Osos, Morro Bay, and San Luis Obispo area residents develop beautiful, resilient outdoor spaces that conserve water and thrive in the local climate.
Core Services
- Irrigation design services
- Fence installation
- Earthmoving or regrading
- Exterior wall construction
- Landscape maintenance
FAQs
How can Earthscapes help with common local issues like clogged drip irrigation and tree root damage?
As long-time Los Osos residents, we understand these specific challenges. For clogged drip systems, our irrigation repair and maintenance service includes thorough line flushing, emitter replacement, and system re-design if needed to improve filtration and efficiency. For tree roots damaging lawns or hardscapes, we provide expert tree care, including strategic pruning or root management, and can regrade or install new walkways and patios with root barriers to prevent future issues. Our water audits are also a great first step to diagnose and solve underlying irrigation problems.
Do you handle both the design and construction of a landscaping project?
Yes, Earthscapes is a true design-build firm. Suzanne, our landscape architect, creates custom designs tailored to your site, lifestyle, and sustainability goals. Mike and our construction team then execute that plan, handling all phases from earthmoving and grading to installing irrigation, retaining walls, patios, fences, and planting. This integrated approach ensures the final build accurately reflects the design vision and allows for seamless problem-solving throughout the process, resulting in a cohesive and high-quality landscape.
What does your sustainable landscaping approach involve for a typical yard?
Our approach centers on water conservation and using plants suited to our Central Coast climate. We often recommend a palette of California native and drought-tolerant plants, along with edible varieties. This is supported by a precision irrigation system designed for maximum efficiency, which we can install or optimize through a water audit. The build might include permeable hardscapes for patios and walkways, and soil amendments to improve health and water retention. The result is a beautiful, lower-maintenance landscape that uses resources wisely.
























