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Landscaping in Goleta, CA
Goleta backyards are usually about family use — a patio that fits the table, real lawn or turf for the kids, and a yard that doesn't eat up every weekend.
Goleta sits on flatter ground than most of the South Coast, with heavier clay soil that holds water long after a storm. That means low spots that stay soggy through spring and lawns that thin out where drainage is poor. We fix it at the source — regrading, surface drains, and soil amendment — instead of just replanting over the problem.
The builds we're called for here are stamped concrete and paver patios, spa decks, artificial turf where a lawn can't hold up to the traffic, fencing along shared property lines, and full irrigation replacements in the older Old Town and Ellwood neighborhoods. We finished an irrigation system rebuild in Goleta this past July, and that kind of job typically pays for itself in water savings.
The Goleta breeze is steadier and cooler than Santa Barbara's, so we choose wind-tolerant plantings and place seating where it's actually usable in the afternoon. Bi-weekly maintenance is popular here too — mowing, edging, weeding, and seasonal color, same crew every visit.
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What neighbors say
"Gerson and his team have been a pleasure to work with. Their knowledge of plants and Santa Barbara soils is vast and very helpful when you are trying to execute on an idea without making any costly mistakes. Gerson is very honest about what will and won't work."
Kelsey Wyatt
6 years ago · Google review
"So reliable! We've worked with Gerson and his company Reyes Gardening for over 5 years. They've helped us with weekly garden maintenance and made excellent suggestions, always there for us when we need them. The garden looks wonderful and we trust them completely."
Belle Regeer
3 years ago · Google review
"We have hired Gerson and his crew many times over the past 10 years for residential yard work. Gerson is a good employer (pays his employees a fair wage) and he's honest and hard-working. He's also just a really nice guy. I recommend him highly."
Susan Moriarity
6 years ago · Google review
What we do
Services we offer in Goleta
Hardscaping & Masonry
Flagstone patios, pavers, retaining walls, walkways, and stone seat walls that give the garden its architecture.
Drainage Systems
French drains, surface drains, and regrading that direct water away from your foundation and prevent erosion.
Irrigation & Drip Systems
New installs, smart controllers, and leak repairs — efficient watering that keeps plants thriving and bills down.
Outdoor Living Spaces & Lighting
Fire pits, seat walls, outdoor kitchens, and low-voltage lighting that turn your backyard into a destination after dark.
Fencing
Custom wood and metal fencing — privacy, security, and clean sight lines built to last.
Decking
Redwood, ipe, and composite decks with built-in benches and railings, engineered for the coastal climate.
DG Pathways
Decomposed granite and gravel paths — clean, permeable, low-maintenance walkways that fit the Santa Barbara aesthetic.
Lawn & Garden Maintenance
Weekly and bi-weekly service: mowing, edging, weeding, blowing, and seasonal color so your property always looks cared for.
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