If you think that your garden could use some sprucing up but don’t know if you have the funds to properly pull it off, then look no further as today we will break down the garden landscaping costs that you may need, as well as what you can do with your garden space.
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a big garden that they can create their landscaping dream on, but, even with a small outdoor space you can still create a garden design that will utilise what you have and make it look amazing.
So, without further delay, let’s take a look at what you can do for your next garden project and how much you may be spending.
A Glance at Some Average Costs
Below are a few costs that you may come up against when you are deciding on what you want in your landscaped garden.
Not only is garden landscaping a good idea to upgrade your garden and make it look aesthetically pleasing, but, if you are looking to sell your home, then doing some hard landscaping and/or soft landscaping may just cinch that deal.
Look on sites such as Check-a-Trade to get a more in-depth look at what you could be spending per square metre as well as any additional costs for your garden landscaping project as you never know what else you may need to pay for.
- Artificial Grass – 30- 60 ($32.73 -$65.46) per square metre.
- Levelling – 20 ($21.82) per square metre.
- Terracing – up to 1,500 ($1636.44) at 10 metres long and 1 meter deep.
- Brickwork – 35 to 45 ($38.18- $49.09) per square metre.
- Decking – 50 to 100 ($54.55 – $109.10) per square metre.
As of 2022, these are some of the prices, this will vary depending on where you source your materials, or if a professional landscape gardener sources them for you.
It is important that you write down what you are looking to do and measure up your garden for an estimate, then total it up to help you figure out the overall garden landscaping cost.
Breaking Down The Costs
Now to delve a little deeper into these garden landscaping prices so you can have a guess what they will cost in their entirety.
Remember, this is just a guess and it will be different with your own garden as you may have a different layout or vision, this is just to give you some garden landscaping ideas that may be able to help you build a visual of what you are going for.
Do You Need Planning Permission?
Don’t forget that in some cases you will need planning permission to do certain changes to your garden. It is essential that you get this before you make any choices as that can incur penalties.
Patio Costs
Patios are wonderful additions to gardens, leading from the back entrance to your home out into your garden space.
If you do not want to immediately step on grass when you go outside or you would like a place to put some garden furniture like a table and chair to sit on during the warmer months, then laying down some patio slabs is the way to go.
It is a fairly convenient way of enjoying the outdoors from the comfort of your home. All you would need to do is get in touch with a landscaping professional. From suggesting patio ideas for uneven ground to recommending the best layout, materials, and style options that may suit your space, professionals can assist you with every aspect of the design and construction process.
How Much Can It Cost?
You can expect to spend just over 70 ($76.37) per square metre for your patio, it can go down to around 40 ($43.64).
If you are hiring a professional landscaper to help you with your paving, then you do need to factor in how much they will be.
Some professional landscapers will charge either by the job, the hour, or daily, you will need to talk this over with them and do your research on various landscapers in your area to get a better idea.
Brickwork
If you would like to lay down brick in your back garden, then this may be more aesthetically pleasing to your home, especially if you want to match the brickwork to the exterior of your house.
How Much Can It Cost?
Depending on the type as well as the number of bricks that you use, you could be looking at as low as 35 ($38.18) per square metre with it only creeping up slightly to the mid-40s.
You also have to factor in if they are new bricks or reclaimed bricks as that too will change the price.
Gravel
If you need to save your money a bit more, then gravel landscaping can be a great way to still get the flooring you need outside, but you have to factor in drainage too, so you would need to think about installing a sustainable urban drainage system which can help mitigate this issue.
How Much Can It Cost?
Because gravel is quite cheap, you are probably going to look at up to 30 ($32.73) per square metre, but that can go even lower to 10 which can be great if you are really pinching those pennies.
To implement an environmentally-friendly urban drainage system, you may need to allocate a budget of up to to 100 ($109.10). This estimate typically encompasses various components, such as pipes, pumps, sediment traps, and even Steel Gratings from JKH (or a similar company).
Real Grass
You may think that a professional garden designer would say that real grass should be replaced by artificial grass, however, that is not always the case, especially as the environment is a hot-button topic, and protecting it is essential since plastic grass is bad for the environment.
Some people love real grass as it looks great and it offers a fresh and real feel to your garden, plus it can be a lot cheaper than artificial grass as well as for decking or other paving options.
How Much Can It Cost?
Like gravel, it can be around 10 to 30 ($10.91 – $32.73) per square metre, so it is a lot cheaper for people who need to stick to their budget.
Artificial Grass
If you do not want to put loads of work into your garden and keep maintaining it throughout the year, then artificial grass may just be the landscaping choice for you.
It is aesthetically pleasing and you do not have to water and mow it constantly. If you do not have the time to keep on top of real grass and you are worried that it will make the garden look neglected, then it wouldn’t be wise to go for that particular ‘realness’, instead opting for the fake kind would be better.
Artificial grass is very durable and versatile, plus it is good and safe for children. In hotter temperatures this can change though, that is why sourcing your artificial grass from suppliers and asking about temperature issues will help you stay away from potential problems.
How Much Can It Cost?
It will depend on the size of your garden, so you could be looking at costs of up to 2,000 ($2181.92) with a lower price of 800 ($872.77).
What Will Affect The Costs of Landscape Gardening?
With these costs above you can see an estimation of how much it will cost per square metre, however, there are other factors that you will also need to consider to calculate the overall cost.
How Big Your Garden Is
The size of your garden is important when it comes to picking out your materials and the volume you will need.
Urban city centres seem to be small with rural areas being a lot more expansive.
The bigger the garden, the longer it will take and the bigger the cost, however, it depends on what landscaper you go for, as they may only ask you to pay for the job and not how long it takes them, you will need to work this out with them when you have made your decision.
Your Choice of Materials
You can do so much with your garden, there are endless possibilities from the basic to the elaborate, so if you have the money, then you can create something amazing in your own back garden.
The materials you choose will vary and the quality of them will relate to how much you are willing to spend.
Sometimes even cheap materials can create a well-designed and classy look, you just need to know what to pick and do a lot of research.
Expensive does not always mean the best and people have been able to design their gardens for a fraction of the price, they just need to look around and compare deals and quality.
Labour Costs and Seasons
If you start experiencing bad weather when you are re-doing your garden then this will push things back and extend the labour time.
It may be better to do it during dry seasons for jobs that need drier ground, however, the costs can be higher as labourers are in more demand at this point, so if you have things to do that don’t require complete dryness, then autumn and winter months will cost you less.
Otherwise, you can shield the area with tarpaulin, or raise something waterproof over it when workers are doing their job to keep everything dry.
To further keep costs low, you can look through a directory of handyman jobs in Roswell to find a worker or workers who can do multiple jobs for you at a consolidated rate.
You Need to Use Rubbish Removal Services
Usually, after a landscaping job is done, there is a lot that homeowners need to clear out from their backyard. Hiring a skip or using rubbish removal st kilda (or elsewhere) can be essential to clear out the mess.
If the clutter is limited, you can either reduce these costs by doing the rubbish removal yourself and taking various trips to the tip or roping in your family and friends to help out, but if you have something big to remove then it would be best to use hired services.
For a large skip, you might be paying upwards of 340 ($370.93) per week.
Conclusion
So, how much does it cost to landscape a small garden? As you can see, it varies from garden to garden and the type of materials used.
Always price up before you make your final decision and buy your items.
You never know what other materials you could be missing out on because you didn’t take your time to look and try out different suppliers.