- ZIP
- 90712, 90713
- Soil Type
- Sandy Loam Flats
- Clay In Topsoil
- 10%
- Sand In Topsoil
- 65%
- Elevation
- 46 to 61 ft
- Water Provider
- City of Lakewood or Golden State Water
What Makes Lakewood Different
Lakewood grew fast in the 1950s as a planned suburb, so block after block has the same layout. That makes it easy to spot what will work, and easy for one good yard to stand out. Many of these lawns can be swapped for low water planting without changing the look of the street.
The Ground In Lakewood
USDA maps this as Hueneme and San Emigdio soils, about 61 to 65 percent sand. Hueneme rates somewhat poorly drained, even with all that sand.
- Sandy on top and slower below means do a drain test before you plant trees.
- Water less often and deeper than the sand suggests, then check how wet it is a foot down.
- The soil runs alkaline, so yellow leaves on acid lovers are common. Pick plants that like it.
Plants That Tend To Fit This Soil
- Yarrow
- Lantana
- Rosemary
- Deer grass
- Salvia
- Oleander
Watering Rules In Lakewood
Lakewood has two water utilities, the City of Lakewood and Golden State Water east of the San Gabriel River. The city says the strictest drought rules were lifted, so check your bill and the city rules page for what applies now. The city water office is at 562-866-9771, ext. 2700.
Lawn Removal Rebates
Metropolitan Water District runs SoCal Water$mart, which lists $3.00 per square foot for turf replacement in its service area. Your local agency may add to that or set its own terms, and synthetic turf is not an approved conversion. Check your address on the program site and get approved before you remove any lawn.
Popular Work In Lakewood
Questions We Hear
Do you do lawn care in Lakewood?
Yes. Weekly and every other week lawn care is available in Lakewood, along with pruning, cleanup and sprinkler repair. Call or text (562) 551-8873.
Do Long Beach watering rules apply in Lakewood?
No. Lakewood follows its own water provider, so Long Beach days do not carry over. Lakewood has two water utilities, the City of Lakewood and Golden State Water east of the San Gabriel River. The city says the strictest drought rules were lifted, so check your bill and the city rules page for what applies now. The city water office is at 562-866-9771, ext. 2700.
What soil is common in Lakewood?
USDA maps this as Hueneme and San Emigdio soils, about 61 to 65 percent sand. Hueneme rates somewhat poorly drained, even with all that sand. Your own yard may differ, so a soil test is cheap insurance.