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Quoting Landscaping Projects in New Zealand

How NZ landscapers quote garden design, paving, planting, and outdoor living projects. Covers native plants, drainage, and seasonal considerations.

7 February 20267 min read
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New Zealand landscaping has unique considerations. Here's how to quote it.

Hard Landscaping Pricing

Paving (Installed)

  • Concrete pavers: $100-150/m²
  • Natural stone: $180-300/m²
  • Exposed aggregate: $120-180/m²

Retaining Walls

  • Timber sleepers: $300-500/m²
  • Concrete blocks: $400-700/m²
  • Natural stone: $600-1,000/m²

Decking

  • Treated pine: $350-500/m²
  • Kwila/hardwood: $500-750/m²
  • Composite: $450-650/m²

Soft Landscaping Pricing

Lawn Installation

  • Seed: $8-15/m²
  • Turf: $20-35/m²

Planting

  • Native plants: $15-50 each + planting
  • Specimen trees: $100-500 each + planting
  • Hedging: $30-60/linear metre

NZ-Specific Considerations

  • Native plant requirements (some councils)
  • Drainage for high rainfall areas
  • Wind protection in exposed sites
  • Frost considerations in South Island

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