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Key Facts: AZ Landscape Exam

4 Years

Experience Required

Arizona ROC

70%

Passing Score

PSI

$127

Total Exam Fees

PSI

$2,500+

Minimum Surety Bond

Arizona ROC

CR-21

License Classification

Arizona ROC

About the AZ Landscape Exam

The Arizona CR-21 Hardscaping and Irrigation Systems license requires passing the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam (SRE) and the CR-21 trade exam, both through PSI. Topics include ROC regulations, desert landscaping, xeriscaping, irrigation design, hardscape construction, and Arizona water conservation requirements.

Questions

Varies (SRE + Trade) scored questions

Time Limit

Varies

Passing Score

70% on each exam

Exam Fee

$127 total ($66 trade + $61 SRE) (Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) / PSI)

AZ Landscape Exam Content Outline

25%

Arizona Statutes & ROC Rules

ROC regulations, licensing classifications, bonding tiers, contract requirements, and complaint procedures

25%

Desert Landscaping & Plants

Xeriscaping, native plant selection, Saguaro protection, water-efficient design, and USDA zone considerations

20%

Irrigation & Water Conservation

Drip irrigation, smart controllers, water budgets, MWELO compliance, and reclaimed water regulations

15%

Hardscape & Grading

Paver installation, retaining walls, DG application, caliche management, and monsoon drainage design

15%

Safety & Business

Heat illness prevention, Valley Fever awareness, dust control, contracts, and business management

How to Pass the AZ Landscape Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70% on each exam
  • Exam length: Varies (SRE + Trade) questions
  • Time limit: Varies
  • Exam fee: $127 total ($66 trade + $61 SRE)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

AZ Landscape Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master Arizona's tiered bonding system — know the bond amounts for each gross volume tier
2Study xeriscaping principles and Arizona native plants — Palo Verde, Saguaro, Barrel Cactus, and Desert Marigold
3Understand caliche: what it is, how it affects excavation and drainage, and solutions for planting through it
4Know the Arizona Native Plant Law — which species are protected and the permit requirements for removal
5Study monsoon season drainage design — flash flood management for intense, short-duration rainfall events

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for landscape work in Arizona?

The CR-21 (Hardscaping and Irrigation Systems) covers both residential and commercial landscape work. R-21 is residential only, C-21 is commercial only.

How much experience do I need for an Arizona landscape license?

4 years of hands-on or managerial experience. Up to 2 years can be credited through accredited technical training programs.

What exams must I pass?

Two exams: the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam (SRE, $61) and the CR-21 Hardscaping and Irrigation Systems trade exam ($66). Both are administered by PSI with a 70% passing score.

What is the bond requirement?

Arizona uses tiered bonding: $2,500 for gross volume under $150K, up to $50,000 for volumes over $10M. The bond must be maintained continuously.

Can I remove a Saguaro cactus from a job site?

Only with a native plant salvage permit from the Arizona Department of Agriculture. Saguaros are protected under the Arizona Native Plant Law (ARS § 3-901).