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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
Tackling a garden in Wellington requires expertise due to its wind and steep terrain. Before hiring, know if you need soft landscaping (planting) or hard landscaping (retaining walls, decks).
Always get multiple written quotes, verify public liability insurance, and prioritise landscapers experienced with Wellington's conditions. The article ranks top local companies by review score, highlighting specialists like Aloha Gardening (eco-friendly), True Landscaping (structural), and Wind Gardens (wind-exposed sites) to help you choose.
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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