Pricing guide
Turf & Landscaping Cost in Sydney
Landscaping ranges from simple turf to full garden design with retaining walls and irrigation.
Range
$2,000–$15,000+
Median
$6,000
Confidence
Low
32+ data points
Price by type and size
Turf supply & install (100sqm)
Range$2,000–$4,000
Median$3,000
Garden bed renovation
Range$1,500–$5,000
Median$3,000
Retaining wall (10m)
Range$3,000–$8,000
Median$5,000
Full backyard redesign
Range$8,000–$25,000+
Median$15,000
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Add-on pricing
| Add-on | Cost |
|---|---|
| Irrigation system | $1,500–$4,000 |
| Garden lighting | $500–$2,000 |
| Soil preparation | $30–50/sqm |
| Tree planting (mature) | $200–$800/tree |
What drives price up
▲Retaining walls
▲Drainage solutions
▲Mature tree planting
▲Irrigation systems
▲Site access
▲Slope/grade changes
Usually included
- ✓Turf supply and laying
- ✓Basic soil preparation
- ✓Edging
- ✓Clean-up
Usually excluded
- ○Irrigation
- ○Lighting
- ○Retaining walls
- ○Design fees
- ○Council permits
Common mistakes
Not preparing soil properly
Turf laid on poor soil dies within months. Soil prep is 30-40% of the cost for good reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Best time to lay turf?
Autumn or spring. Avoid peak summer — new turf needs constant watering.
How much turf do I need?
Measure length x width in metres. Add 5% for cuts.