How Much Does Garden Landscaping Cost?

The cost for constructing a garden ranges from  £ 330 to  £ 16,655, depending on the number of m2 the garden, type of paving, planting, the garden’s current condition, etc. You can hire a gardener for  £ 30 per hour, exclusive material costs.

View the cost overview below for all parts of a garden landscaping and compile your average price :

You now have insight into the average prices for landscaping. Which option is best for you? View useful price examples for this project below.

An inexpensive garden:
Do you want a simple and straightforward renovation of your garden with, for example, only paving and plants? The cheapest garden construction costs an average of  £ 60 per m2.

An average garden:
Most people opt for slightly more elements in the garden when designing the garden. Peoplebuy  parts when they don't want to spend too much but want to add more to their garden than with a very affordable garden, including paving, planting, lighting, and a hardwood pergola. The costs are then, on average, around  £ 83 per m2.

A luxurious garden:
Do you want a more luxurious garden with luxurious materials, such as natural stone and hardwood, and do you want to add larger elements to your garden, such as a pond? Then you pay an average of  £ 210 per m2.

The price of laying out your new garden is determined by the choices below.

Choice 1: Do you want to have a garden design made?
Before you start a new garden, you put the garden on paper. You can make a garden design yourself, but you can also have your garden design created by a landscaper. A landscaper listens carefully to what you want and looks at what is possible in the garden, for example, a maintenance-free garden or a green garden with a pond. A landscaper has a lot of knowledge, experience, and creativity to design the perfect playground for you. Besides, he also looks at the practical aspects so that the garden can be properly laid out afterward. A garden design costs on average between £300 and  £750.

If you have a garden design made, you can make a planting plan. A planting plan describes the type of plants, quantity, and location of the plants in great detail. Prices depend on various factors. If you are curious about these factors, check the page garden design. Here you can find more information about the garden design and the planting plan. The planting for your garden costs an average of £8to £25 per m2

Choice 2: Grass, paving, or a wooden terrace?
You have various choices for the surface. You can choose between laying grass, paving, or a wooden terrace. If you have a large garden, you can also choose to have all these things installed. The grass is the most economical option at £4to £8 per m2, paving costs an average of  £40 to  £125 per m2, depending on the type of tile you choose. A wooden terrace costs an average of £60 to £165 per m2.

Option 3: Do you want a covered area in your garden?
There are several ways to create a covered area in your garden. For example, you can put a pergola in the park. This is a covering that you can place free-standing or attach to the wall. The top is often left open or covered with cloth or glass. The price is between £665and £4,165. If you want more information about pergolas, check the pergola page.

Another option is an arbor. A gazebo is separate from the garden and can have different functions. For example, you can purchase a romantic steel gazebo that is entirely open or a hardwood gazebo to sit under when it rains. A pavilion usually has one or more open sides, but your gazebo can also be completely closed. This is then done with glass to make it a combination of greenhouse and lounge area. A gazebo costs, on average between £830 and £5,000.

Garden sheds are an excellent way to store things like bicycles, garden furniture and tools,etc. A garden shed can be made as extensive as you want, which is why the prices are far apart. Garden sheds can be made of wood, plastic, or metal and have roofing options. The prices of gazebos vary from £165to £8,325. For more information, see the Garden shed page.

Choice 4: A pond in your garden?
A pond creates a lot of peace and relaxation in your garden. Ponds come in all shapes and sizes, which is why there are many differences in prices. The price A pond creates a lot of peace and relaxation in your garden. Ponds come in all shapes and sizes, which is why there are many differences in prices. The price of a pond depends on the type of pond, the size, and the material. The cost of a pond varies from£ 830to £33,310. Look at the page Pond construction to see what the prices determine for a pond.

Choice 5: Do you need a fence?
A fence provides privacy in your garden to set in your garden without everyone seeing you. A wall can be made of hardwood or impregnated wood. Hardwood lasts longer than impregnated wood but is also a lot more expensive. A fence costs on average between £50and £165 per meter, and if you also want a gate, you pay on average between  £58 and  £625. For more information, see the page about fences. You can also purchase a wall for your garden. Here too, there are many different types. Look for the other bars on the page fences.

Option 6: Extra options
The extra options below are not necessary for every garden layout, but it is useful to see if they are needed for your garden.