Can you improve an existing garden?

Yes. Healthy trees, established plants and suitable existing features can be retained while tired or overgrown areas are redesigned.

Can you create a low-maintenance garden?

Yes. Plant selection, lawn size, mulch, edging, decorative stone and garden-bed layout can be adjusted to reduce ongoing work.

Do you supply plants and mulch?

Plant and mulch supply can be included where stated in the quote. Plant availability may vary according to the season and supplier.

Do you prepare the soil?

Yes. Soil preparation can be included according to the condition of the site and the proposed planting.

Can garden landscaping include a new lawn?

Yes. Natural turf installation can be combined with garden beds, planting, paving and complete landscaping.

Do you remove old plants and garden waste?

Removal can be included for unwanted plants, old turf, soil and green waste. The agreed waste-removal arrangements will be stated in the quote.

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Garden Landscaping Melbourne

Garden beds, planting, mulch and complete garden makeovers.

Q: What is included in garden landscaping?

Garden landscaping can include planning, clearing, soil preparation, garden beds, planting, mulch, edging, decorative stone, turf and pathways. The exact inclusions depend on the property and project.

A well-landscaped garden should suit the property, local conditions and the amount of maintenance you want to undertake.

TXR Landscaping creates and improves gardens across selected inner-eastern, south-eastern and bayside Melbourne suburbs using soil preparation, garden beds, planting, mulch, edging, decorative stone and lawns.

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12+ yearslandscaping experienceHard and softlandscapingResidentialand commercial projects7 days8am-5pm

Our garden landscaping services

Focused garden improvements or complete makeovers.

Our landscape gardening service can be completed as a focused garden improvement or included in a complete front-yard, backyard or landscape-construction project.

The services included depend on the existing garden, property conditions and the result you want to achieve.

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01Garden planning02Site clearing03Removal of unwanted plants04Soil preparation05Soil improvement06New garden beds07Raised garden beds08Trees and shrubs09Screening plants10Groundcovers11Garden edging12Mulch installation13Pebbles and decorative stone14Stepping stones15Turf and lawn installation16Drainage preparation17Low-maintenance garden layouts18Final site clean-up

Before and after garden landscaping project in Melbourne with new planting, mulch, stepping stones and decorative stone

Melbourne garden landscaping project

Garden makeover project in Melbourne.

Before: The front garden had patchy ground, sparse planting and an undefined approach to the entry.

After: New planting beds, mulch, decorative stone and stepping stones create a structured, lower-maintenance garden with a clearer route to the front door.

Clearing weeds and overgrowth
Reshaping beds and improving tired soil
Adding new plants, mulch and decorative stone
Replacing damaged lawn and improving access
Creating a more consistent layout

We assess which parts of the existing garden are worth retaining before recommending changes.

Garden beds and planting

Structure that connects lawns, paths, walls and outdoor areas.

We plan garden beds around available sunlight, soil condition, drainage, plant size at maturity, colour and texture, privacy requirements, existing trees, property boundaries, maintenance expectations and surrounding hard landscaping.

Planting may include trees, shrubs, screening plants and groundcovers selected for the position and intended appearance. Varieties and availability are confirmed during planning and quotation.

Soil preparation

Healthy planting begins with suitable soil.

Existing soil may be compacted, depleted, poorly drained or unsuitable for proposed plants. Depending on the site, preparation can include cultivation, unsuitable-material removal and appropriate soil or organic matter.

We consider soil type, compaction, water movement, drainage, garden-bed depth, roots, sunlight, proposed plants and surrounding levels before installation.

Mulch, pebbles and decorative stone

Finishes that define a garden bed and protect the soil surface.

Mulch can help reduce moisture loss, limit some weed growth and protect soil. Pebbles, gravel and decorative stone can be used around plants, along side access areas and in low-maintenance sections.

Defined edging separates lawns, garden beds, paths and stone areas while making routine maintenance easier. Materials are considered according to drainage, foot traffic and intended use.

Low-maintenance garden landscaping

Plan for the amount of upkeep you actually want.

Reducing maintenance involves more than filling an area with stone. Plant selection, bed size, lawn area, mulch, edging and access all influence ongoing work.

A lower-maintenance design may include hardy planting, mulched beds, groundcovers, defined edges, reduced lawn, decorative stone, simple plant groupings and clear access for pruning.

Hard and soft garden landscaping

Bring living and constructed elements together.

Soft landscaping includes soil preparation, garden beds, trees, shrubs, groundcovers, turf and mulch. Hard landscaping includes retaining walls, paving, paths, steps, decking, edging and decorative stone.

Planning both sides of the project together creates a garden that looks connected and functions properly.

Residential and commercial gardens

Garden landscaping for homes and managed outdoor areas.

We landscape front gardens, backyards, side access areas, courtyards and complete residential properties. Work can range from new planting and mulch to a full transformation involving lawns, paths, retaining walls and outdoor areas.

We also undertake suitable garden landscaping for commercial properties, developments and managed outdoor spaces. Commercial enquiries should include location, plans and the required timeframe. Where clear paths and access are part of the brief, our paving specialists in Melbourne can incorporate the right hard-surface solution into the garden plan.

Our garden landscaping process

A considered path from assessment to establishment.

01
Tell us about the garden
Send the suburb, photographs and a description of what you want to change.
02
Site inspection
We assess sunlight, shade, soil, drainage, access, existing plants and property connections.
03
Garden plan and quote
We discuss layout, planting style, materials and maintenance expectations before quoting.
04
Clearing and preparation
Unwanted vegetation and material are removed, then beds, soil and levels are prepared.
05
Installation and planting
Agreed edging, stone, mulch, turf and planting are installed in the appropriate order.
06
Clean-up and handover
We clean the site and explain initial watering and establishment needs.

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Garden landscaping costs

Pricing depends on the site, materials and scale of work.

A focused planting and mulch project will generally cost less than a complete garden transformation involving excavation, turf, paving and retaining walls. We inspect the property before providing a detailed quote.

Garden scopeSize and condition

Garden size, existing condition, clearing requirements and access shape the required work.

PreparationSoil and drainage

Soil improvement, garden-bed preparation, levels and water management vary by site.

PlantingPlants and finishes

Plant quantities, sizes, mulch, decorative stone and edging affect the materials allowance.

ConstructionIntegrated work

Lawn installation, hard landscaping and waste removal may form part of a complete project.

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Who we are

Locally owned garden landscaping contractors.

TXR Landscaping Contractors is a locally owned company based in Hallam, servicing selected Melbourne suburbs. We create practical gardens that are planned around the property, local conditions and the level of maintenance you want to undertake.

Meet the TXR Landscaping Contractors team

12+ years

Hands-on landscaping experience

We bring practical experience to garden planning, preparation and installation.

Local

Locally owned and operated

Recommendations account for the property, soil, drainage, access and intended use.

$10m

Public liability insurance

TXR Landscaping Contractors carries $10 million public liability insurance for the work we undertake.

7 days

Available Monday-Sunday

We are available seven days a week, 8am-5pm, with clear quotes and communication.

Garden landscaping across our service area

Available across twelve selected Melbourne suburbs.

Inner eastern gardens

Kew, Camberwell, Canterbury, Surrey Hills and Rowville.

Inner south-east gardens

Toorak, Armadale, Malvern and Caulfield.

Bayside gardens

Brighton, Beaumaris and St Kilda.

Soil, sunlight, drainage and garden styles can vary considerably between properties, so every site is assessed individually.

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Ready to improve your garden?

Tell us what you want to change.

Send the suburb, photographs of the existing garden and a description of the outcome you want to achieve.

Garden landscaping available in Brighton, Kew, Toorak, Armadale, Malvern, Camberwell, Beaumaris, Canterbury, Surrey Hills and Caulfield.

Monday-Sunday, 8am-5pm