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The 8 Best Landscaping Companies in Wellington (According to Online Reviews)
Can’t beat a Wellington garden on a good day
4 August 2026
AI summary
Hiring a landscaper in Wellington requires care due to the city's wind and steep sections. Choose a pro with local knowledge who understands the difference between soft (planting) and hard (structural) landscaping.
Key tips include:
- Checking for public liability insurance
- Getting at least three written quotes
- Doing simpler tasks like planting yourself to save money
Top-rated companies include Aloha Gardening, Carlton Landscapes, and specialists like Wind Gardens for particularly exposed sites.
How to hire a great landscaper in Wellington
Know whether your job is soft, hard, or specialist
References tell you more than star ratings
Check insurance first
Wellington's steep section and coastal location makes for some beautiful gardens.
How much should landscaping cost in Wellington?
Tips to save on landscaping
Three hot tips before you hire
1. Insist on a written quote
2. Save money on the parts you can do yourself
3. Look for someone who understands Wellington's wind and terrain
How we ranked this list
The best landscaping companies in Wellington - ranked
1. Aloha Gardening & Landscaping - 5.0 / 75 reviews
A beautiful garden can take your home to the next level.
2. Carlton Landscapes - 5.0 / 44 reviews
3. Zones Landscaping Wellington - Jolene Cruz - 5.0 / 23 reviews
4. True Landscaping - 5.0 / 16 reviews
5. Handsome Landscapes - 5.0 / 7 reviews
6. Sticks and Stones Landscaping - 4.8 / 20 reviews
7. Wind Gardens Landscaping Consultant - 4.8 / 10 reviews
8. Scapegoats Landscaping - 4.7 / 49 reviews
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