How Much Does It Cost to Completely Landscape a Garden? | UK Costs
How much does it cost to completely landscape a garden in the UK? Explore full garden transformation costs, key cost drivers and how to budget properly.
How Much Does It Cost to Completely Landscape a Garden?
Completely landscaping a garden can cost anything from several thousand pounds for a relatively simple small garden to £100,000, £150,000 or considerably more for a substantial professionally designed landscape.
The reason the range is so wide is simple:
completely landscaping a garden can involve rebuilding almost everything outside the house.
A complete landscaping project might include:
Garden design
Site clearance
Excavation
New garden levels
Drainage
Retaining walls
Patios
Paths
Steps
Raised planters
Lawn
Trees
Hedging
Planting
Screening
Garden lighting
Pergolas
Outdoor kitchens
Water features
Other bespoke features.
That is fundamentally different from asking a landscaper to:
replace a lawn
or:
lay a new patio.
At Kirman Design, we design and construct complete gardens throughout North West England, including Lancashire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside and the Ribble Valley.
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in the UK
Current 2026 consumer cost guides demonstrate just how widely landscaping prices vary.
MyBuilder currently suggests that many small-to-medium landscaping projects fall between approximately:
£2,000–£8,800
while Checkatrade's individual landscaping benchmarks include approximately:
£20–£120 per m² for levelling
£65–£80 per m² for flagstone paving including base, supply and installation
£50–£120 per m² for decking
£45–£65 per m² for brickwork.
Those figures are useful benchmarks for individual landscaping elements, but they should not be mistaken for the likely cost of a substantial complete garden transformation.
A professionally designed garden involving significant construction can require an investment of:
tens of thousands of pounds
and larger, more complex or high-end gardens can move comfortably beyond:
£100,000.
What Does “Completely Landscape a Garden” Actually Mean?
This is the most important distinction on this page.
Complete garden landscaping means looking at the garden as:
one complete landscape
rather than:
a collection of individual jobs.
Instead of asking:
“Can we replace the patio?”
you ask:
“How should the whole garden work?”
That can lead to changes to:
Layout
Levels
Drainage
Circulation
Outdoor living
Privacy
Planting
Lighting.
Complete Landscaping Versus a Garden Makeover
A garden makeover may involve:
New lawn
Planting
Repainting
Minor paving
General improvements.
Complete landscaping is usually much more substantial.
It can involve removing much of the existing landscape and constructing a fundamentally different garden.
For the broader new-garden question, see How Much Does a New Garden Cost?.
Complete Landscaping Versus Garden Transformation
These topics are closely related but should retain different search intent.
This page answers:
How much does it cost to completely landscape a garden?
Our Garden Transformation Cost page focuses more strongly on the cost of fundamentally transforming an existing garden.
General Landscaping Costs
For the broader landscaping-cost hub, see How Much Does Landscaping Cost?.
What Does a Complete Garden Landscaping Budget Buy?
Rather than looking for one national average, it is more useful to think in terms of:
scope + complexity + quality + garden size.
Complete Garden Landscaping Under £20,000
A budget below £20,000 can still make a meaningful difference to a garden, particularly where:
The garden is relatively small
Existing levels work
Access is straightforward
Significant structures are not required.
The project may focus on selected elements such as:
Patio
Lawn
Planting
Simple screening.
However, trying to completely reconstruct a substantial garden within this budget can require significant compromises.
£20,000–£30,000 Complete Garden Landscaping
At this level, a smaller garden may potentially receive a more comprehensive makeover.
Depending on site conditions, the project might include:
New patio
Lawn
Planting
Trees
Some screening
Limited walls or raised beds.
The amount of hidden groundwork required becomes critical.
£30,000–£50,000 Complete Garden Landscaping
This budget can begin to support more substantial landscaping, particularly in a smaller or medium-sized garden.
Potential elements might include:
Professional design
Main terrace
Groundworks
Lawn
Trees
Planting
Lighting
Some structural landscaping.
However, substantial:
Retaining walls
Excavation
Drainage
Bespoke structures
can absorb a significant proportion of the budget.
£50,000–£100,000 Complete Garden Landscaping
This range can support a much more comprehensive transformation.
Depending on the garden, it may allow for:
Professional design
Significant excavation
New levels
Main patio
Secondary seating
Walls
Steps
Drainage
Lighting
Trees
Complete planting.
It may also provide scope for selected lifestyle features such as:
Pergola
Fire area
Outdoor kitchen.
For projects at this level, see Garden Design £50,000–£100,000 Budget.
£100,000–£150,000 Complete Garden Landscaping
At this level, the landscape can potentially incorporate a much broader specification.
Depending on size and site conditions, that could include:
Significant groundworks
Large-format paving
Retaining structures
Outdoor living
Lighting
Mature planting
Bespoke detailing.
£150,000+ Complete Garden Landscaping
Large, complex and high-end residential landscapes can exceed £150,000.
Projects at this level may include combinations of:
Extensive excavation
Terracing
Retaining
Large patios
Outdoor kitchens
Pergolas
Pools
Water features
Bespoke structures
Extensive lighting
Specimen trees
Mature planting.
For substantial landscapes, see Garden Design £100,000+ Projects.
Can a Garden Really Cost £100,000 to Landscape?
Yes.
The figure becomes easier to understand when you stop thinking about landscaping as:
laying a patio and planting some shrubs
and instead consider everything required to create a complete outdoor environment.
A substantial landscape may involve months of:
Skilled labour
Machinery
Materials
Plant
Specialist contractors.
Where Does the Money Go?
A complete garden landscaping budget is usually divided between several major areas:
Design
Site preparation
Groundworks
Drainage
Hard landscaping
Outdoor living
Services and lighting
Trees and planting
Project coordination.
Understanding those components makes landscaping costs much easier to assess.
Garden Design Costs
Professional design is generally a relatively small proportion of the overall investment but influences almost everything that follows.
For the broader design-cost guide, see How Much Does Garden Design Cost?.
How Much Does a Garden Designer Charge?
For designer charging structures and fees, see How Much Does a Garden Designer Charge?.
Why Spend Money on Design?
The design determines:
Patio position
Levels
Circulation
Materials
Planting
Privacy
Outdoor living.
A poor decision made during design can become an expensive construction problem later.
Garden Design & Build
For a coordinated approach, see Garden Design & Build.
Complete Garden Design and Build
For substantial end-to-end projects, see Complete Garden Design and Build.
Site Clearance Costs
Before a new garden can be built, the existing garden may need to be removed.
That could include:
Old paving
Decking
Walls
Sheds
Lawn
Unwanted planting
Soil.
This work creates:
Labour
Machinery
Disposal costs.
Garden Excavation Costs
Excavation is frequently underestimated.
A new landscape may require soil to be:
Removed
Regraded
Replaced
Redistributed.
See Garden Excavation and Preparation.
Waste Disposal Costs
Excavation can generate large volumes of:
Soil
Concrete
Rubble
Old paving.
Current 2026 consumer guidance highlights both excavation labour and waste disposal as separate cost considerations.
Access Can Make a Huge Difference
A garden with direct access for:
Excavator
Dumper
Deliveries
can operate very differently from a garden where everything must pass through:
A narrow alley
A garage
The house.
Poor access means more:
manual handling + time + labour.
Current UK landscaping guides specifically identify restricted access as a factor that can increase project costs.
Garden Groundworks
Groundworks create the foundations of the new landscape.
They can include:
Excavation
Levelling
Sub-bases
Foundations
Drainage
Service trenches.
See Garden Groundworks.
The Most Expensive Work May Be Invisible
Once the garden is complete, you may not see:
Foundations
Sub-bases
Drainage
Service ducts.
But these can represent a significant proportion of the construction cost.
Garden Levelling Costs
Changing levels can require:
Excavation
Cut and fill
Soil removal
Retaining.
Current 2026 consumer guidance puts garden levelling broadly between £20 and £120 per m², while more involved terracing can be significantly higher.
See Garden Levelling.
Sloping Garden Landscaping Costs
Sloping gardens are often more expensive to landscape because useful level spaces may need to be constructed.
That can require:
Terracing
Walls
Steps
Drainage.
See Sloping Garden Ideas.
Landscaping a Steep Garden
For more challenging sites, see Landscaping a Steep Garden.
Garden Terracing Costs
Terracing converts a slope into several usable levels.
Current cost guidance demonstrates that terracing can add substantially to the landscaping budget.
See Garden Terracing.
Garden Retaining Wall Costs
Retaining walls may require:
Excavation
Foundations
Structural construction
Drainage
Backfill
Facing material
Copings.
They should not be priced as though they are simply decorative garden walls.
Garden Step Costs
Steps can be deceptively expensive because they involve:
Setting out
Foundations
Structural construction
Precision cutting
Paving
Detailing.
For inspiration, see Garden Steps Ideas.
Garden Drainage Costs
Drainage is particularly relevant across North West England.
A garden may require:
Land drainage
Patio drainage
Channel drainage
Soakaway solutions
Ground regrading.
See Garden Drainage.
For installation, see Garden Drainage Installation.
For costs, see How Much Does Garden Drainage Cost?.
Clay Soil and Landscaping Costs
Heavy clay can affect:
Excavation
Drainage
Soil preparation
Planting.
See Clay Soil Gardens.
How Much Does a Patio Add to the Landscaping Cost?
Patios are often one of the largest visible investments in a complete garden.
Current 2026 consumer benchmarks vary considerably depending on paving specification and source, illustrating why a generic square-metre figure should be treated cautiously.
For our dedicated cost guide, see How Much Does a Patio Cost?.
For inspiration, see Garden Patio Ideas.
Why Patio Prices Vary
Cost depends on:
Material
Ground preparation
Drainage
Cutting
Edges
Steps
Access.
A simple rectangular terrace is very different from a detailed porcelain installation involving:
Multiple levels
Bullnosed edges
Complex cuts.
Garden Wall Costs
Walls can create:
Structure
Boundaries
Raised planting
Level changes.
For inspiration, see Garden Wall Ideas.
Raised Planter Costs
Raised planters may involve:
Foundations
Blockwork
Facing
Copings
Soil
Planting.
See Raised Planter Construction.
Garden Path Costs
Large gardens may contain significant lengths of paths.
For design inspiration, see Garden Path Ideas.
Hard Landscaping Costs
The combined cost of:
Patios
Paths
Walls
Steps
Structures
can form a substantial part of the complete garden budget.
See Hard Landscaping.
Outdoor Living Costs
Modern gardens increasingly function as extensions of the home.
Outdoor living may include:
Dining
Lounge seating
Kitchen
Pergola
Fire
Lighting.
See Outdoor Living Garden Design.
Outdoor Entertaining Areas
For broader inspiration, see Outdoor Entertaining Area Ideas.
Garden Seating Area Costs
A seating area may require:
Paving
Walls
Built-in seating
Planting
Lighting.
See Garden Seating Area Ideas.
Outdoor Kitchen Costs
An outdoor kitchen can become a significant individual budget item.
Costs can include:
Cabinetry
Appliances
Worktops
Services
Installation
Paving.
See How Much Does an Outdoor Kitchen Cost?.
For inspiration, see Outdoor Kitchen Ideas.
Pergola Costs
Pergolas range from relatively straightforward structures to substantial architectural outdoor rooms.
See How Much Does a Pergola Cost?.
For inspiration, see Pergola Ideas.
Fire-Pit Areas
A fire feature may also require:
Seating
Terrace
Walls
Lighting.
See Garden Design Around a Fire Pit.
Hot-Tub Landscaping Costs
Hot tubs may require:
Base construction
Electrical supply
Access
Screening
Pergola.
See Garden Design Around a Hot Tub.
Swimming Pool Landscaping Costs
A swimming pool can transform the scale of both:
Landscape construction
Overall budget.
See Garden Design Around a Swimming Pool.
Garden Water Feature Costs
Water features can range from small installations to substantial bespoke landscape features.
See How Much Does a Water Feature Cost?.
For inspiration, see Garden Water Feature Ideas.
Garden Lighting Costs
Lighting should ideally be coordinated with the landscape construction rather than added as an afterthought.
It may require:
Cabling
Ducting
Controls
Fittings
Installation.
See How Much Does Garden Lighting Cost?.
For inspiration, see Garden Lighting Ideas.
How Much Does Planting Cost?
Planting costs vary enormously.
A planting scheme might use:
Small young plants
Larger shrubs
Mature hedges
Specimen trees.
The plant size and density therefore make generic square-metre rates particularly unreliable for high-quality planting schemes.
Garden Planting Ideas
For inspiration, see Garden Planting Ideas.
Professional Planting Design
For the design service, see Planting Design.
Soft Landscaping
For the implementation of:
Trees
Shrubs
Perennials
Lawn
see Soft Landscaping.
Mature Trees and the Landscaping Budget
Large trees can make a new landscape feel established much sooner.
However, they may involve:
Higher purchase cost
Specialist transport
Machinery
Larger planting pits
Additional labour.
Do Not Leave Planting Until the Budget Has Gone
One of the biggest mistakes in complete landscaping is spending nearly everything on:
hard landscaping
then discovering there is very little left for:
the garden.
A beautiful terrace surrounded by:
Fence
Lawn
Thin borders
is not necessarily a complete landscape.
Planting needs a realistic budget from the beginning.
Privacy and Screening Costs
Privacy may require combinations of:
Trees
Hedging
Screens
Pergolas.
See Garden Privacy Ideas.
Garden Screening Costs
For the dedicated cost guide, see How Much Does Garden Screening Cost?.
For inspiration, see Garden Screening Ideas.
Completely Landscaping a Small Garden
Small gardens usually cost less overall than very large gardens.
But they can cost more per square metre.
Why?
Because a small garden may still require:
Excavator
Drainage
Skilled landscapers
Electrical work
Detailed paving.
See Small Garden Design.
Completely Landscaping a Medium Garden
Medium gardens may contain:
Main patio
Lawn
Trees
Planting
Secondary seating.
See Medium Garden Design.
Completely Landscaping a Large Garden
Large gardens require a different approach to budgeting.
Simply multiplying a small-garden specification across a much larger area can create enormous costs.
Instead, a larger garden may combine:
Intensively landscaped areas
Lawn
Meadow
Tree groups
Simpler landscape areas.
For the dedicated cost guide, see How Much Does a Large Garden Cost to Landscape?.
For inspiration, see Large Garden Ideas.
Half-Acre Garden Landscaping Costs
For larger residential plots, see Garden Design for Half an Acre.
One-Acre Garden Landscaping Costs
For acre-scale properties, see Garden Design for an Acre.
Very Large Garden Landscaping
For estate-scale landscapes, see Very Large Garden Design.
New-Build Garden Landscaping Costs
New-build gardens can appear deceptively straightforward.
They may begin with:
Lawn
Fence
Small patio.
But complete landscaping may need to address:
Privacy
Soil
Drainage
Patio size
Trees
Planting.
See New-Build Gardens.
Garden Design for New-Build Homes
For property-specific guidance, see Garden Design for New-Build Homes.
Landscaping After a House Extension
An extension can fundamentally change:
Garden levels
Access
Patio position
Drainage
Views.
See Garden Design After House Extension.
Garden Levels After an Extension
For level-specific considerations, see Garden Levels After an Extension.
Landscaping After Building Work
For gardens disrupted by wider construction, see Landscaping After Building Work.
Completely Landscaping a Period Property
The landscape should respond to the architecture rather than simply applying a fashionable garden to an older house.
See Garden Design for Period Properties.
Victorian Properties
See Garden Design for Victorian Houses.
Edwardian Properties
See Garden Design for Edwardian Houses.
Country Houses
Large rural properties may require:
Strong landscape structure
Trees
Hedges
Meadow
More formal areas near the house.
See Garden Design for Country Houses.
Barn Conversions
See Garden Design for Barn Conversions.
How Much Does High-End Landscaping Cost?
High-end landscaping is defined by:
Construction quality
Detailing
Materials
Planting
Coordination.
See High-End Landscaping.
High-End Garden Landscaping
For garden-specific premium implementation, see High-End Garden Landscaping.
How Much Does Luxury Landscaping Cost?
Luxury landscaping may add:
Premium materials
Mature planting
Bespoke features
Outdoor living.
See Luxury Landscaping.
Luxury Garden Landscaping
For garden-specific implementation, see Luxury Garden Landscaping.
How Much Does a Luxury Garden Cost?
For the dedicated cost guide, see How Much Does a Luxury Garden Cost?.
Bespoke Landscaping Costs
Custom construction can increase cost because details are designed specifically for the project rather than selected from a standard package.
See Bespoke Landscaping.
Bespoke Garden Features
These may include:
Custom seating
Screens
Planters
Water features
Structures.
How Much Does a Landscaper Charge?
For contractor day rates and charging structures, see How Much Does a Landscaper Charge?.
Why Landscaper Day Rates Do Not Tell You the Cost of a Complete Garden
A landscaper's day rate tells you:
the cost of labour time.
It does not tell you the cost of:
Paving
Soil
Plants
Machinery
Waste
Electrical work
Specialist features.
For complete landscaping, a detailed project quotation is far more meaningful.
How Long Does It Take to Completely Landscape a Garden?
This depends on:
Garden size
Complexity
Team size
Access
Weather
Material lead times.
A relatively straightforward garden may take weeks.
A substantial landscape can take:
several months.
North West England Weather
Landscaping in North West England needs to account for:
Rainfall
Wet ground
Clay soils
Winter conditions.
Construction programmes should therefore be realistic rather than assuming perfect conditions every day.
How to Set a Complete Garden Landscaping Budget
The most effective approach is to establish the total investment range before detailed design begins.
See How to Set a Budget for Garden Landscaping.
Divide the Budget Into Priorities
Think about:
Essential groundworks
Drainage
Levels
Main hard landscape
Trees
Planting
Outdoor living
Lighting
Optional features.
Protect the Foundations of the Garden
If savings are needed, avoid compromising:
Drainage
Ground preparation
Foundations
Structural work.
These are difficult and expensive to correct later.
Prioritise the Main Terrace
The principal terrace often becomes one of the most heavily used areas.
Get its:
Position
Size
Levels
right first.
Prioritise Trees
Trees take years to mature.
Important trees should therefore be considered early rather than treated as optional decoration at the end.
Decide Which Lifestyle Features Really Matter
Ask whether the garden genuinely needs:
Outdoor kitchen
Pergola
Fire pit
Water feature
Hot tub.
Do not add expensive features simply because they appear on an inspiration board.
Can I Phase a Complete Garden Landscaping Project?
Yes.
In some circumstances, phasing can be a sensible way to protect quality.
The important principle is:
design the whole garden first.
Then construct it in logical phases.
Phase 1 — Infrastructure
This might include:
Excavation
Levels
Drainage
Services.
Phase 2 — Main Hard Landscaping
This might include:
Main terrace
Walls
Steps
Paths.
Phase 3 — Trees and Planting
Trees should not necessarily be postponed simply because they are soft landscape.
Their establishment time makes early planting valuable.
Phase 4 — Lifestyle Features
Depending on the design, later stages might introduce:
Pergola
Kitchen
Fire feature.
Do Not Build the Garden Backwards
Installing:
new planting
then later deciding to excavate for:
a patio
is inefficient.
The construction sequence should be planned before work begins.
Garden Project Management
Large projects may require coordination between:
Landscapers
Electricians
Specialist suppliers
Plant suppliers
Other trades.
See Garden Project Management.
How to Compare Complete Garden Landscaping Quotes
Do not simply compare:
£75,000
with:
£68,000.
Compare what each figure actually includes.
Check the Groundworks Specification
Ask:
What excavation is included?
What sub-base?
What drainage?
What foundations?
Check the Paving Specification
Ask:
Which paving?
What quantities?
What edge detail?
What steps?
What cutting?
Check the Planting Specification
Ask:
What plant sizes?
What quantities?
What trees?
What soil preparation?
Check Waste Removal
Establish whether:
Soil
Rubble
Existing paving
are being removed.
Check Lighting and Electrical Work
Determine whether:
Cabling
Fittings
Controls
Installation
are included.
Check VAT
When comparing quotations, establish whether the figures are:
including or excluding VAT.
A difference here can completely distort the comparison.
How to Choose a Landscaping Company
For a detailed selection guide, see How to Choose a Landscaping Company.
Questions to Ask a Landscaper
See Questions to Ask a Landscaper.
Warning Signs When Choosing a Landscaper
See Warning Signs When Choosing a Landscaper.
The Cheapest Complete Landscaping Quote Is Not Necessarily the Cheapest Project
A lower quote may exclude:
Drainage
Waste
Soil preparation
Lighting
Planting
Detailed construction.
If those costs appear later, the original comparison becomes meaningless.
Allow a Contingency
Complex landscaping can reveal unforeseen issues such as:
Buried concrete
Unexpected ground conditions
Unknown drainage
Existing foundations.
A sensible financial plan should therefore avoid allocating every available pound before construction begins.
Should I Completely Landscape the Garden Before Selling?
That depends on:
Property
Market
Existing garden
Intended investment.
A substantial high-end landscape should primarily make sense for:
how you intend to use the property
rather than relying solely on an assumption that every pound spent will be recovered in resale value.
Is Complete Garden Landscaping Worth It?
The value is not purely financial.
A successful landscape can change:
How often you use the garden
Where you eat
How you entertain
What you see from the house
How private the property feels.
That is why complete garden design should begin with:
how you want to live
rather than:
which patio do you want?
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in North West England
Across North West England, landscaping costs are influenced by:
Site access
Ground conditions
Levels
Specification
Project scale.
Regional weather and soil conditions can also affect how a garden needs to be constructed.
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in Lancashire
Lancashire gardens may involve:
Heavy soil
Drainage
Sloping land
Rural access.
These can materially affect the amount of groundwork required.
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in Cheshire
Cheshire projects may include:
Larger terraces
Outdoor kitchens
Pergolas
Pools
Mature trees.
These features can substantially increase the total investment.
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester gardens may involve:
Restricted access
Overlooking
Close boundaries
Extensions.
A relatively small urban garden can therefore still require substantial construction.
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in Merseyside
Merseyside gardens vary from:
Compact urban plots
Period properties
Large suburban gardens
Coastal locations.
Site conditions and specification remain more important than postcode alone.
Complete Garden Landscaping Costs in the Ribble Valley
Ribble Valley properties can involve:
Large plots
Sloping sites
Country houses
Significant planting
Wider landscape relationships.
These projects often need to be approached as:
landscapes
rather than:
collections of garden features.
Frequently Asked Questions About Complete Garden Landscaping Costs
How much does it cost to completely landscape a garden in the UK?
There is no single reliable figure. A straightforward small project may cost several thousand pounds, while a professionally designed whole garden can require tens of thousands. Larger and high-end landscapes can exceed £100,000 or £150,000.
What is included in complete garden landscaping?
It can include design, clearance, excavation, drainage, levels, patios, walls, steps, lawn, trees, planting, lighting and outdoor living features.
Is £20,000 enough to completely landscape a garden?
Potentially for a smaller, relatively straightforward garden, but significant structural landscaping can consume that budget quickly.
Is £30,000 enough for a full garden makeover?
It can provide a meaningful transformation depending on garden size, access and specification.
What can I get for a £50,000 landscaping budget?
Depending on the site, it may provide a substantial professionally landscaped smaller or medium garden incorporating several major elements.
What can I get for £50,000–£100,000?
This range can support much more comprehensive landscaping including significant hard landscape, planting, trees, lighting and potentially selected outdoor-living features.
Can landscaping cost more than £100,000?
Yes. Large, complex or high-end gardens can exceed £100,000 considerably.
Can a garden cost £200,000 to landscape?
Yes. A substantial residential landscape involving extensive construction, premium materials, outdoor living, bespoke features, lighting and mature planting can reach or exceed this level.
What is usually the most expensive part of landscaping?
It depends on the project, but excavation, hard landscaping, retaining structures and major outdoor features can be substantial cost centres.
Why is complete landscaping so expensive?
Because it combines skilled labour, machinery, materials, waste disposal, ground preparation, construction and planting.
How much does a landscaper charge?
See How Much Does a Landscaper Charge?.
How much does garden design cost?
See How Much Does Garden Design Cost?.
How much does a new garden cost?
See How Much Does a New Garden Cost?.
How much does a garden transformation cost?
See Garden Transformation Cost.
Does a sloping garden cost more to landscape?
Often yes, particularly where retaining walls, terracing, steps and drainage are required.
Does poor access increase landscaping costs?
Yes. Restricted access can increase manual handling and reduce productivity.
Does clay soil increase landscaping costs?
Potentially. It can affect drainage, excavation and soil preparation.
Should I get a fixed landscaping quotation?
For a defined project, a detailed quotation can provide much greater clarity than relying solely on hourly or day rates.
Should I get several landscaping quotes?
It can be useful, provided each contractor is pricing the same design and specification.
Should I tell my garden designer my budget?
Yes. A realistic budget helps the designer develop a scheme that has a reasonable prospect of being constructed.
Can complete garden landscaping be phased?
Yes, but ideally the whole garden should be designed first so each phase contributes to the final landscape.
Can Kirman Design completely landscape my garden?
For suitable projects across North West England, the complete landscape can be developed from initial design through construction, hard landscaping and planting through our Garden Design & Build service.
The Cost of Completely Landscaping a Garden Is the Cost of Building a Landscape
It is tempting to ask:
What is the average price to landscape a garden?
But once a project becomes substantial, that question becomes increasingly unhelpful.
One garden might require:
patio + lawn + planting.
Another might require:
excavation + drainage + terracing + retaining + paving + outdoor kitchen + pergola + lighting + specimen trees + complete planting.
Both can technically be described as:
garden landscaping.
They are clearly not comparable projects.
That is why complete garden landscaping should be budgeted according to:
site + design + construction + specification + planting + complexity.
The:
groundworks matter.
The:
drainage matters.
The:
levels matter.
The:
construction quality matters.
The:
planting matters.
And:
the relationship between all of those elements matters.
For a substantial project, it is usually more productive to begin with:
What is a realistic overall investment for this garden?
Then develop a landscape that uses that investment intelligently.
At Kirman Design, our approach to complete garden landscaping is to consider the entire landscape from the outset — from what sits beneath the paving to how the trees will look years after the landscapers have left.
If you are considering completely landscaping a garden in Lancashire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, the Ribble Valley or elsewhere across North West England, establishing the budget early allows the design, specification and construction strategy to develop together.
That is far more useful than beginning with an average square-metre price and hoping the finished garden fits within it.