How much does landscaping cost?
Landscaping in Australia typically costs $60–$250 per m², with a garden makeover from around $1,500, a full yard landscaping project $10,000–$26,000, and complete redesigns much more.
Typical price band
$15,000typical
standard job $10k–$26k
$1,500 low$90,000 high
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Real-world examples
Garden makeover$1,500 – $5,500
Full yard landscaping$10,000 – $26,000
Complete redesign$35,000 – $90,000
What affects the price
— Soft vs hard landscaping. Plants, turf and mulch are cheap per m²; paving, walls and structures cost several times more.
— Site slope & access. Sloping blocks need retaining and machinery; tight access forces slow hand work.
— Plant maturity. Advanced trees and established plants cost many times more than tubestock that takes years to fill in.
— Drainage & earthworks. Excavation, soil removal and drainage solutions can be a large hidden line item.
— Irrigation & lighting. Automated watering and garden lighting add comfort but also trenching and installation cost.
Tips before you post
— Stage the work if the budget is tight — do earthworks, drainage and hardscaping first, and add plants over time.
— Retaining walls above around a metre usually need engineering and council approval; check before quoting starts.
— Ask whether green waste and soil removal are included — tip fees add up fast on big digs.
Beyond the price: Hiring a landscaper: from garden tidy-up to full redesign
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