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Best Landscapers in Wellington

Compare Wellington's top landscapers, ranked using publicly available ratings and review data.
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analytics 17 businesses analysed update Updated 29 March 2026 location_on Wellington, New Zealand

Top 5 Landscapers in Wellington

Based on 17 businesses found in Wellington.

  • 1

    Aloha Gardening & Landscaping Wellington

    256 pts
    ★ 5.0 · 70 reviews location_on 20 Kingston Heights Road, Kingston, Wellington
    5★ 70

    Izzy responds to inquiries within hours and quotes within a day, setting him apart from slower competitors. He revisits jobs until clients are satisfied and knows native plants well enough to suggest improvements beyond the initial brief.

    Landscaper Gardener Property maintenance
    • ✓ Responds within hours on weekends
    • ✓ Returns to finish work until satisfied
    • ✓ Tackles steep sections others declined

    🕐 Mon–Sun 12am–12pm

    language alohagardening.co.nz call 022 380 8569 map Google Maps
  • 2

    Carlton Landscapes

    250 pts
    ★ 5.0 · 44 reviews location_on 13 Landfill Road, Ōwhiro Bay, Wellington
    5★ 43 3★ 1

    Scott responds promptly to requests and adapts work around budget constraints or unexpected complications without fuss. He stays responsive to what clients want from their garden and remedies issues quickly when they arise.

    Landscaper
    • ✓ Reuses materials to fit budgets
    • ✓ Handles unexpected extra work without complaint
    • ✓ Responsive to client preferences
    • ✓ Works around existing infrastructure

    🕐 Mon–Fri 7:30am–4:30pm · Sat–Sun Closed

    language carltonlandscapes.co.nz call 022 355 4133 map Google Maps
  • 3

    Juniper Landscapes

    244 pts
    ★ 5.0 · 28 reviews
    5★ 28

    Matt listens to what you want, then explains how it fits together before work starts, so you're not guessing during the project. He stays on site with his team throughout, which means changes or problems get sorted on the day rather than turning into delays.

    Landscape designer
    • ✓ Plans projects end-to-end with you
    • ✓ On-site throughout the job
    • ✓ Adapts to weather and site challenges
    • ✓ Tidy, efficient workflow

    🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Sat–Sun Closed

    language juniperlandscapes.co.nz call 022 126 6050 map Google Maps
  • 4

    Wellington Landscaping Ltd

    239 pts
    ★ 4.9 · 28 reviews location_on 8A Elliott Street, Johnsonville, Wellington
    5★ 27 1★ 1

    Sandor shows up when scheduled and communicates clearly about what work will happen. Over a decade of repeat customers across decking, fencing, paving, and garden work suggests consistent follow-through on promises.

    Landscaper Concrete contractor Deck builder
    • ✓ Turns up on schedule
    • ✓ Clear communication with neighbours and tenants
    • ✓ Ten-year client relationships across multiple projects

    🕐 Mon–Thu 7:30am–6pm · Fri Closed · Sat 7:30am–12pm · Sun Closed

    language landscapingwellingtonnorth.co.nz call 021 269 5029 map Google Maps
  • 5

    Coby's - Gardening & Landscaping

    238 pts
    ★ 4.9 · 24 reviews location_on 24 Dress Circle, Newlands, Wellington
    5★ 23 2★ 1

    Crew completes landscape work quickly and removes waste on site, with one client's garden finished in just over an hour. Communication gaps emerge after payment: one customer never received an invoice and got no response when asking about post-seeding care or revisiting bare patches.

    Gardener
    • ✓ Removes green waste on-site
    • ✓ Fast turnaround on garden tasks
    • ✓ No follow-up after completion

    🕐 Mon–Sun 7am–5:30pm

    language cobys.co.nz call 021 033 8167 map Google Maps
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How to choose Landscapers in Wellington

Insights based on 50 customer reviews from top-ranked landscapers in Wellington.

What do customers say works well when working with Landscapers? expand_more

Wellington landscapers tend to be strong on listening to what clients actually want and then delivering results that match or exceed the brief. Several operators stand out for their willingness to return and fix anything that isn't quite right without being asked twice. Knowledge of local plants, particularly natives, comes up repeatedly as a genuine strength rather than a selling point. Clients also appreciate when the lead tradesperson stays on site for the duration of the project rather than delegating entirely to a crew.

What should you watch out for when working with Landscapers? expand_more

Reliability on ongoing maintenance contracts is a real risk: some operators perform well on one-off jobs but become hard to reach once a regular schedule is in place, with no-shows and dropped communication. There are cases where workers have arrived without the right tools for a job that was clearly described upfront, which wastes your time and money. Post-job follow-through can also be inconsistent, with invoicing sometimes not arriving and aftercare guidance left entirely to the client to chase down.

How well do Landscapers communicate with customers? expand_more

Communication quality varies quite a bit across Wellington landscapers, but the better operators set a high bar: same-day or next-day responses, proactive updates during the job, and clear scheduling. Project managers handling larger or more complex jobs tend to be particularly strong on keeping clients in the loop, including liaison with council and subcontractors. Where things go wrong, it is almost always on the back end of a job: once payment is collected, some operators go quiet and stop returning messages. It is worth establishing upfront what the communication process looks like after the work is done, not just during it.

Are Landscapers good value for money? expand_more

Most Wellington landscapers are considered fair to good value when measured against the outcome rather than an hourly rate. Clients consistently flag that operators who manage the entire project, coordinating earthworks, concreting, planting, and electrical, save enough time and stress to justify a higher quote than competitors who only handle part of the work. Budget flexibility is also common among the better operators, with several willing to adjust scope or reuse existing materials to keep costs manageable. One area worth noting is that the cheapest quote does not always account for the full scope, so a slightly higher price from someone who handles everything end-to-end often represents better actual value.

What should you ask before working with Landscapers? expand_more
  • –Ask whether the person quoting the job will be on site during the work, or whether it will be handed off to a crew they supervise remotely.
  • –Confirm in writing exactly what tools and equipment they plan to bring, particularly for any specialist tasks like powerline clearance or concrete work, before signing anything.
  • –Ask how they handle unexpected issues or additional work discovered mid-job, and whether that triggers a new quote or gets added without prior approval.
  • –Find out whether they will provide a written invoice after completion and any aftercare guidance for new planting or seeding.
  • –Ask specifically about their current workload and lead time so you understand whether the start date they give you is firm or indicative.
  • –If you are considering a regular maintenance arrangement, ask how they manage scheduling and what their process is if they need to reschedule a visit.

About this ranking

How are Wellington's top Landscapers chosen? expand_more

The Wellington Landscapers rankings are calculated automatically from public ratings and review data. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-based and cannot be purchased. Rankings are earned entirely on the quality and volume of customer reviews.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Rankings are refreshed regularly. This list was last updated in 29 March 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Promoted placement, clearly labelled, may be available in future, but it will never affect ranking positions.

Why isn't my Landscapers business listed? expand_more

We analyse the top 17 Landscapers businesses appearing in Wellington search results. If your business isn't listed, it may not be ranking prominently for relevant local searches. Encouraging satisfied customers to leave genuine reviews is the most effective way to improve your position.