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Garden Landscaping Cost Calculator

Calculate landscaping costs for lawn, patios, paths, beds and planting — with three quality tiers and a DIY savings estimate. Prices shown in EUR (€).

🌿 Project Type
Paving, slabs or decking — includes sub-base and falls
📐 Area / Quantity
4 100
⭐ Quality Tier
Material: Block paving – approx. £48/
⚙️ Options & Extras
🪨 Patio20 Standard
Materials
£960
Labour (contractor)
£900
Extras
£688
Total estimate
£2,548
per
£127.40
💰 Cost Breakdown
Materials: Block paving (20 m²)£960
Contractor labour (£45/m²)£900
Sub-base (hardcore + sharp sand)£400
Edge restraints (concrete kerbs)£288
Estimated total£2,548
📊 Price comparison — all quality tiers
💚 Budget: Concrete paving slabs£1,080
💛 Standard: Block paving£1,860
💎 Premium: Natural stone / composite decking£3,100
🏗️ Pro Tip: Always get at least three quotes from landscapers before committing. Prices can vary by 30–40% for the same job. A detailed brief with measurements and materials saves time for everyone and helps you compare quotes like-for-like.

Estimates for the UK market, updated 2026. Actual costs depend on region, soil conditions, access and chosen materials. Always obtain multiple quotes from qualified landscapers.

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Garden Landscaping Cost Guide

Garden costs vary widely depending on the scope of work, materials chosen and how much you do yourself. The table below gives typical price ranges per square metre for the most common landscaping projects.

ProjectStandard/m²Premium/m²Example (20 m²)
Lawn (turf rolls)€8–14€14–25€160–500
Paved path€35–60€60–120€700–2,400
Patio€60–100€100–180€1,200–3,600
Planting (beds)€27–50€50–100€540–2,000

Pro tip: Smart DIY strategy

Turf laying and planting are excellent DIY projects — you can save 50–70% by doing these yourself. Sub-base preparation and paving, on the other hand, are better left to professionals. Errors in the sub-base lead to sinking and cracking that costs far more to fix later.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a new garden cost?

A complete new garden costs between €45–160 per m² depending on quality. For a typical 150 m² garden: €7,000–24,000 including lawn, patio, paths and planting. DIY work can save 30–50%.

What does landscaping cost per square metre?

Lawn from €8/m², planting beds from €27/m², paved paths from €35/m² and patios from €60/m² (materials + labour). Premium materials like natural stone can double the price.

Which garden projects can I do myself?

Laying turf, planting beds and gravel paths are ideal DIY projects (50–70% saving). Paving, patios and retaining walls are better left to professionals — mistakes in the sub-base are expensive to fix.

Are these prices in USD or EUR?

The calculator uses European (EUR/€) prices based on current German market rates. For Australian pricing, prices are broadly comparable; for US pricing, expect similar ranges in USD.

When is the best time to start landscaping?

Spring (March–May) is ideal for planting and laying turf. Autumn is best for paving work (drier ground conditions). Book landscapers well in advance — spring slots fill up fast.

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