A well-designed outdoor space adds real value and enjoyment to a home. In New Plymouth, where Taranaki’s high rainfall, coastal salt air and exposure to wind off the Tasman Sea, good landscapers pair design with practical knowledge of coastal, salt-tolerant planting, good drainage for the high rainfall and shelter from the wind to build gardens, paving and retaining that last and suit the site.
This page highlights the Top 5 landscapers in New Plymouth, based on independent research into reputation, design and build quality, service and reliability.
The top 5 landscapers in New Plymouth are 1. Grassroots Landscape & Construction, 2. Ground Up Solutions, 3. Scapes & Spaces, 4. Tui Landscape Services, 5. Get Scaped. Below we explain why each made the list, compare them at a glance, and share how to choose.
This featured position sits above the editorial Top 5 and is clearly labelled. It does not influence the rankings below.
New Plymouth based Grassroots Landscape & Construction offers fencing, decking, retaining and all landscaping services, a capable all-rounder for outdoor projects.
Locally owned since 2008, Ground Up Solutions covers building, fencing, decks, retaining walls, concreting, pile driving and garden planting across New Plymouth.
Scapes & Spaces deliver landscape building and construction across Taranaki, a solid choice for hardscaping, structures and outdoor transformations in New Plymouth.
Tui Landscape provides garden design, hardscaping, softscaping, lawns and tree work across Taranaki, an option for design-and-build gardens in New Plymouth.
Get Scaped Landscaping and Design covers decks, fencing, paving, pergolas, retaining walls and steps across New Plymouth and Taranaki.
A quick comparison of our Top 5 picks.
| Landscaper | Best for |
|---|---|
| Grassroots Landscape & Construction | All-round landscape construction |
| Ground Up Solutions | Construction-led landscaping |
| Scapes & Spaces | Hardscaping and landscape construction |
| Tui Landscape Services | Design-and-build gardens |
| Get Scaped | Decks, paving and outdoor structures |
Independent, editorial, and reviewed regularly.
TopChoice rankings are editorially curated by our New Zealand team and reviewed periodically. We don't host our own reviews. Our shortlists draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside our own research into each landscaper. We weigh up a combination of:
We don't accept payment in exchange for a place in the Top 5. Featured placements are separate and always clearly labelled. Rankings may change over time as businesses evolve.
Landscaping ranges from full design-and-build projects to planting, paving, retaining walls and ongoing maintenance. When choosing a landscaper in New Plymouth, be clear about whether you want design, construction, maintenance or all three, and check they have done similar work in similar conditions.
Local knowledge matters here. Taranaki’s high rainfall and coastal exposure reward salt-tolerant, hardy planting and proper drainage, with natives like pohutukawa and flax thriving in local conditions. Ask to see past projects, get a written scope and quote, and confirm who handles any consents for structures like large retaining walls.
Landscapers handle some or all of garden design, planting, lawns, paving and patios, decking, retaining walls, irrigation, lighting and ongoing maintenance. Some specialise in design, others in construction or maintenance, so match the firm to your project.
It varies enormously with scope, materials and site access, from a planting refresh to a full design-and-build with hardscaping and retaining. Get a written quote that breaks down design, materials, construction and any maintenance so you can compare fairly.
Salt-tolerant, wind-hardy natives such as pohutukawa, flax and koromiko thrive in New Plymouth’s wet, windy coastal conditions, and a local landscaper can plan planting to suit. A good local landscaper will recommend planting suited to your site and aspect, which saves money and disappointment compared with plants that struggle in the conditions.
Larger retaining walls and some decks need building consent from New Plymouth District Council, while smaller structures may be exempt. A good landscaper will know the thresholds and either manage the consent or tell you when an engineer is needed.
Taranaki’s mild, wet climate suits planting across much of the year, with spring and autumn ideal for establishing gardens. Hard landscaping like paving and retaining can be done across much of the year, while planting and lawns establish best in the milder seasons. Your landscaper can sequence the work to suit.
Many do, from regular garden care and lawn mowing to seasonal pruning and irrigation checks. If you want a low-maintenance result, say so at the design stage so plant and material choices reflect that.
Editorial disclosure: TopChoice is an independent editorial platform. Some pages may include clearly labelled featured placements for additional visibility. Featured placements do not influence rankings within our Top 5 lists.
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