5 Contractors Who’ll Transform Your Yard with the Best Landscaping on the Gold Coast
When our neighbor had their yard done, my mom was itching to do the same. As someone as competitive as her, she will never ever let the house next door outshine ours.
The next thing I knew, she was already dragging dad and me into a long search for the best landscape contractor on the Gold Coast. Man, that was a long week.
But I’d be lying if I said that I didn’t enjoy it. By the end of it, we were able to narrow down the companies that can actually deliver impressive results and give mom her dream entry for the “competition”.
Here are the best landscapers on the Gold Coast that we found, in case you need them too!
How much does landscaping cost in Gold Coast?
Landscaping in Gold Coast can cost between $300 and $50,000 (or even higher), depending on the materials, labor/designer fees, and scale.
1. Transforming Gardens
Address: 31 Costa Del Sol Ave, Coombabah
Phone: +61404068431
Business hours:
- Monday to Wednesday, 6 AM–7:30 PM
- Thursday to Sunday, 6 AM–6 PM
When we heard that Transforming Gardens is a multi-awarded landscaper for their quality work and environmental considerations, we were instantly impressed.
We learned that the team offers both soft and hard landscaping. They’re also very knowledgeable about creating a healthy soil ecosystem for the plants and trees they install.
This is why many homeowners also find them reliable for gardening work, since the team knows which plant species thrive in the Gold Coast environment.
Many homeowners praise the team for their creativity and efficient project completion. They said that not only can the team work within budget and time constraints, but also does a job that exceeds expectations.
We saw some of their work and instantly understood why many homeowners said that the team transformed their outdoor spaces into a “tropical paradise”.
On the flip side, a few clients also expressed their frustrations with communication issues. They said that it’s sometimes hard to get a call or email back from the team.
Big thanks
“Karen and her team did a fantastic job of transforming our front yard from a plain grass expanse into pockets of lush tropical plants with lots of colour as per the brief. We are loving the look and would highly recommend Karen, who just pulled it altogether beautifully. Thanks, Karen and team.”
– Julie, Google Reviews
Incredible
“We previously had the team do our entire garden and realised it was time to upgrade the inside of our home. Karen again worked her incredible magic… suggested what would suit our home and picked out the perfect low-maintenance plants for us. A few days later, her team was back with the most beautiful pots and plants. Their attention to detail was incredible, checking every leaf and sealing all the pots before placing them in our home. Thanks again, Karen and the team.”
– Alexandra Armenis, Google Reviews
2. Garden of Eden Garden Care
Address: Benowa
Phone: +61415468874
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 7 AM–4 PM
Upon looking it up, the Garden of Eden seems like a practical choice for homeowners who want a healthy garden and a reliable yard maintenance team.
However, it seems like Garden of Eden only focuses on soft landscaping (garden makeovers, turf installation, etc.).
So, if you’re looking for some kind of hard landscaping, like pergolas and deck installation, you may need to look elsewhere.
Garden of Eden’s focus on creating attractive gardens and outdoor spaces actually helps add more value to the property. Property managers and landowners like this feature very much, since it’s particularly useful for those planning to sell.
What homeowners appreciate the most is the professionalism and the high standard of work from the team. They said that the team is attentive and does a great job in bringing their outdoor spaces back to life.
Some even said that the changes may look simple, but they love how they can improve the property’s overall aesthetic from the outside.
Friendly and easy to deal with
“Eden totally transformed my tired home into a stunning beauty again, all very simply and not costing a fortune. The outdoors was dead and full of weeds, and now it’s come to life. Eden will be coming over more often as it makes you want to do more.”
– George Caralis, Google Reviews
Highly recommended
“I am so delighted to have Eden and his team here. They did a fabulous job restoring the garden to its original beauty. They are professional, polite, and really efficient. My yard looks neat and clean now. I couldn’t be more pleased with the result. Eden is proactive and reliable. I would definitely recommend the team to my friends.”
– Lexie Xu, Google Reviews
3. Lynx Landscaping
Phone: +61491303867
Business hours: Monday to Saturday, 7 AM–6 PM
If what you’re after is a complete transformation for your back/front yard, you’ll surely find Lynx’s services interesting. They’re the kind of people you’ll hire if you want to turn your space into a functional living area — including a pool.
What really appealed to us about Lynx is the structured process from design to completion. During the first phase, 2D and 3D design models are provided to better visualize the project.
Then, it’s followed by material selection and thorough preparation (demolition, tree clearing, etc.) to ensure the project begins smoothly.
We were impressed to hear that the company has its own designers and landscapers. With no subcontracting involved, the service quality is more consistent. It also removes the stress of managing multiple contractors.
According to homeowners, every design is really tailored to align with their vision and budget, no matter how challenging it is. Many of them even said that Lynx was the only one who was willing to take on difficult projects.
But with such an elaborate process and service, some clients find Lynx’s services a little expensive.
Impressive
“We engaged Lynx to transform an old, weary tennis court into a garden. A very complex project with intensive planning and professional management, and programming required for it to be successful. Not only did Lynx excel and complete all the work with the best of trades on their team, it was an absolute pleasure for my husband to watch the creation transform our outdoor environment. Highly and confidently recommend Adam, Greg, and the whole team at Lynx. For peace of mind and trust in Lynx to produce exactly what was planned is all that everyone needs.”
– Diana Thrush, Google Reviews
Outstanding work
“Thank you, Adam and your team, for the outstanding work you have just completed at our home. You have exceeded our expectations. The professionalism and excellent work ethic that the whole team showed each and every day were really appreciated. We would absolutely recommend Lynx Landscaping for any future works you need.”
– Deborah Beazley, Google Reviews
4. AGC Landscapes
Address: 7 Picola Pl, Helensvale
Phone: +61422811290
Business hours: Monday to Saturday, 7 AM–5 PM
AGC provides full-service landscaping services, covering everything from design to construction and cleanup. By having its own team of landscapers and designers, clients don’t have to worry about subcontractors, who often ruin service quality.
Homeowners appreciate that the team is capable of handling complex landscaping jobs. So, if your project requires major renovations like excavation and retaining walls, the AGC team can take care of that.
We also heard that the AGC team provides cost-effective solutions in every project. Homeowners said that they appreciate the team’s willingness to work within budget.
With this, they can still get a full landscaping package without necessarily aiming for ultra-premium finishes, which usually come with a higher price.
We also like that the team is very committed to the job. According to the homeowners, the team always shows up, even during tough conditions.
The only issue we heard is that it’s difficult to get a callback from the team at times.
Big shout-out to the team
“We had AGC do some extensive work for us around our property. We gave him a deadline to work with (due to prior bookings). Lo and behold, a Gold Coast company that actually beat that deadline. Glen and his team were fantastic. Always on time and worked hard day in and day out to get things done. Glen has a can-do attitude and will work with you and hear you out. He’ll make suggestions to both save you time and money and give you what you’re looking for. I can’t recommend AGC more highly. We’ll definitely be using Glen and his team again.”
– Jason Check, Google Reviews
We’re so happy with the job
“They handled a huge project at our place in Helensvale, doing a lot of earthmoving, getting rid of tons of old concrete, and basically giving us back about 200sqm of garden we couldn’t even use before! We were really impressed with how good all the work was. Glen was also great at keeping in touch, always giving us updates, especially when the rain messed with the schedule.”
– Sebastien Arrue, Google Reviews
5. MJ Landscapes and Maintenance
Address: 43 Jackman St, Southport
Phone: +61405988718
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday, 7 AM–5 PM
- Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM–5 PM
Many homeowners consider MJ a one-stop shop for landscaping needs. From the initial design to the construction, the team collaborates closely with the clients to ensure a satisfactory result.
Homeowners also told us the team even provides ongoing maintenance services after the project is done, including mowing, weeding, and fertilizing.
MJ does a great job at full transformations and larger projects, specifically those luxury outdoor living and resort-style projects.
The majority of the clients are happy with how the projects turned out, with many calling the transformations “stunning” and “beyond expectations”.
We think the excellent result is mainly because MJ provides clients with a single point of contact and dedicated project management. It makes the process so much more stress-free and allows adjustments to be easily communicated.
The only downside is that MJ’s minimum project value is around $30k to $100k. It might not be the cost-effective option for simple tweaks.
So happy
“We recently had MJ Landscapes work on the upgrades for our wedding venue, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, the experience was seamless, thanks to Marco and his incredible team. Marco, the director, was amazing—hands-on, quick with quoting, and always flexible when we needed to make changes. His professionalism and attention to detail were truly top-notch.”
– Coolibag Downs, Google Reviews
Great
“I had the pleasure of working with MARCO for my landscaping and gardening needs, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! His attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism transformed my yard into a beautiful oasis. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor space!”
– Meysam Talebzadeh, Google Reviews