A well-designed outdoor space adds real value and enjoyment to a home. In Gisborne, where Gisborne's high sunshine hours, warm summers and exposure to coastal weather and the occasional big East Coast storm, good landscapers pair design with practical knowledge of sun-loving planting for the warm, sunny climate, good drainage and coastal-tolerant species to build gardens, paving and retaining that last and suit the site.
This page highlights the Top 5 landscapers in Gisborne, based on independent research into reputation, design and build quality, service and reliability.
The top 5 landscapers in Gisborne are 1. Silver Fox Gardens, 2. Sustainable Scapes, 3. DKH Contracting, 4. Jakob Projects, 5. ATS Group. 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.
Established in 2020, Silver Fox Gardens offer comprehensive Gisborne landscaping including garden design, lawns, hardscaping, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens and lighting.
Sustainable Scapes provide residential and commercial landscaping in Gisborne, including astroturf, paving, concreting, landscape design and maintenance.
DKH Contracting handle Gisborne landscaping, fencing and rural development work, useful where groundwork and structures are involved.
Jakob Projects build decks, fences and outdoor structures across Gisborne, a solid choice for the built side of a landscaping project.
ATS Group provide grounds, vegetation and landscaping-related services across the Gisborne and East Coast region for residential and commercial clients.
A quick comparison of our Top 5 picks.
| Landscaper | Best for |
|---|---|
| Silver Fox Gardens | Full design and build |
| Sustainable Scapes | Paving, concreting and design |
| DKH Contracting | Landscaping with groundwork and fencing |
| Jakob Projects | Decks and built landscaping |
| ATS Group | Grounds and landscaping services |
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 Gisborne, 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. Gisborne's long sunshine hours, fertile soils and warm climate suit lush, productive gardens, with native species like harakeke, koromiko and pōhutukawa thriving locally. 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.
Sun-loving and coastal-tolerant planting suits Gisborne's warm, sunny climate, and a local landscaper can recommend hardy natives that thrive in the conditions. 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 Gisborne 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.
Gisborne's mild, sunny climate suits planting across much of the year, with autumn ideal so gardens establish before the dry summer. 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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