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What does landscaping cost?

NZ, incl. GST · updated 2 November 2026

Typical garden makeover

$12,000

Most jobs land between $2,500 and $45,000.

BallparkNZ 2026 ballpark. Real Connect quotes take over once there are enough.

An estimate for planning, not a quote.

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Landscaping

Paving

Estimated installed price

$6,000

Most jobs like this land between $4,500 and $8,100, incl. GST, supply and labour.

$150–$270 per m²

Concrete pavers, 30 m²$150–$270 per m²$4,500–$8,100
NZ 2026 ballparkAn estimate for planning, not a quote.

Includes: Excavation, compacted base, bedding sand or mortar, pavers, edge restraints and jointing.

Not included: Drainage, retaining, steps and removing old paving or concrete.

People use Connect for planting, lawns, paving, retaining, irrigation and whole-garden makeovers.

What drives the price

How much hard landscaping (paving, retaining, decking) versus planting and lawn, site access, and whether it is staged.

Example jobs

New lawn and planting, small section$3,000–$7,000
Paving and planting a courtyard$10,000–$20,000
Full section with retaining and paths$30,000–$60,000

Example totals are typical NZ ranges incl. GST.

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Questions

How much does landscaping cost in NZ?

A typical garden makeover is around $12,000 incl. GST, with most jobs between $2,500 and $45,000. How much hard landscaping (paving, retaining, decking) versus planting and lawn, site access, and whether it is staged.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate based on NZ ballparks to help you plan. Post the job on Connect and vetted local tradies will quote your actual job, free.

Why do quotes for the same job vary so much?

Because tradies often quote slightly different jobs. Connect writes one scope with you first so every quote is for the same work and you can compare them properly.

Prices on this page are estimates incl. GST for a typical residential job in NZ and will vary by site, access, materials and season. They are not a quote.

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