Landscape Design Adelaide
Landscape design across Adelaide — garden makeovers, native and drought-tolerant planting, lawns and irrigation. We'll get back to you within 24–48 hours.
Landscape design in Adelaide means planning your garden before you build it: site analysis, a concept, a planting plan and how lawns, beds, paths and irrigation fit together on Adelaide's clay soils and hot, dry summers. A concept design typically costs $1,500–$3,500 and a full master plan $3,500–$8,000. Send us your brief for a free, itemised quote.
Garden design, full residential makeovers, native and drought-tolerant planting, courtyard gardens, lawn and turf installation, irrigation, and ongoing maintenance. The living, planted half of your outdoor project — designed properly, planted right, maintainable for the long haul.
Tell us about your project and we’ll get back to you within 24–48 hours with a clear, itemised quote.
What’s included
Garden design and master planning
Site analysis, concept design, planting plans, maintenance schedules. Whether you want a full master plan for a 600sqm block or a focused redesign of a courtyard, the brief is the same — what works in your soil, what suits your time, and what holds up to Adelaide’s summers.
Native and drought-tolerant gardens
Indigenous SA species, Mediterranean-climate plant palettes, water-efficient design. Adelaide’s hot dry summers and clay-heavy soils punish poorly-chosen exotics. A good designer starts with what wants to grow here and works outward.
Lawn and turf installation
Sir Walter buffalo, TifTuf, kikuyu, couch — and the artificial-turf alternatives where a real lawn won’t survive (deep shade, heavy traffic, rental properties). Soil prep matters more than the turf brand; ask about it.
Irrigation systems
Drip lines, smart controllers, sprinkler grids, sub-surface for lawns. Compliant with SA Water restrictions. Properly zoned irrigation cuts water bills and keeps a garden alive through January-February.
Garden maintenance and follow-up
Most designs need an establishment year of weekly attention then drop to monthly. Maintenance contracts are quoted separately from the design build.
Typical pricing
| Project type | Range |
|---|---|
| Concept design (small site, ~200sqm) | $1,500–$3,500 |
| Full master plan + planting plan | $3,500–$8,000 |
| Garden makeover (design + plant + install) | $8,000–$25,000 |
| Major residential landscape design + build | $25,000–$60,000+ |
| Artificial turf installation (per sqm) | $55–$110 |
| Drip irrigation, residential | $1,200–$4,500 |
Your quote depends on site complexity, plant grades, irrigation specification, and ongoing maintenance needs. The form below gives us enough to scope it.
Process
- Site visit and brief. The designer visits, takes photos, asks about your usage and budget.
- Concept design. A few options with mood boards, plant palettes, hardscape integration.
- Detailed plan + quote. Once you’ve picked a direction.
- Build and plant. Coordinated with any hardscape work.
- Establishment. Six to twelve months of weekly check-ins; then maintenance shifts to monthly.
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Request a free landscape design quote — tell us about your project and we’ll get back to you within 24–48 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a separate landscape architect for a small garden?
No. For most residential gardens under 800 square metres, a landscape designer is enough. Landscape architects come into their own on complex sites such as heritage overlays, steep slopes or multi-zone properties.
How much does landscape design cost in Adelaide?
A concept design for a small site (around 200 square metres) typically costs $1,500–$3,500, and a full master plan with a planting plan $3,500–$8,000. A design-and-build garden makeover usually lands between $8,000 and $25,000, and major residential projects $25,000–$60,000 or more.
How long does the design process take?
Two to six weeks from brief to detailed plan. The build varies: a small makeover is one to two weeks, while a full residential build can run around three months.
Will my garden look established straight away?
No, and be wary of anyone who promises it will. Hardscape looks finished on day one, but plants need a season to settle and planting usually takes six to twelve months to fill in.
What should I send with a landscape design quote request?
Your suburb, the rough size of the area, what you want to use it for, a budget range if you have one, and a few photos of the space. That gives us enough to scope the design and get back to you within 24–48 hours.
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Last updated 8 October 2026
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