ONSITE LANDSCAPE CONSULTATION - UP TO 2 HOURS - CONSULTATION FEE REFUNDABLE OFF LANDSCAPE WORKS **Conditions apply

from $495

Landscape Consultations Brisbane | Landscape Consultations Sunshine Coast

Onsite Landscape consulting, servicing Brisbane North to the Sunshine Coast.

Landscapers Instant Greenscene, a local family owned business, take your investment in landscaping seriously. Our process begins with an onsite landscape consultation. This landscaping consultation will be carried out by a QBCC licenced, fully qualified structural landscaper and irrigation plumber with over 25 years of landscaping experience.

Onsite Landscape Consultations and Landscape Quotes 

We are industry experts in every aspect of landscaping. Due to the complex nature of landscape design, it takes time, knowledge and careful planning before we can make the earth move…

As a result of our detailed onsite consultation and offsite time compiling pricing, photo files and project information averaging 6-8 hours, we therefore are unable to offer a free quotation service. We do, however, offer a range of consultation options to suit your landscape requirements, with our consultation fee deducted from the cost of landscape works. We are more than happy to discuss your landscaping requirements by phone prior to the consultation.

Landscape Consulting – Landscape Design and Ideas – Landscape Quotes

Landscape consultations are about guiding you with design ideas, product selections, and landscape solutions unique to your requirements. Our process is designed to align your landscape dreams with your project budget while creating a sustainable, low-maintenance outdoor space that reflects your lifestyle and adds lasting value to your property.

A standard landscape consultation includes up to two hours onsite, allowing us to understand your requirements and aspirations. During this time, we assess your site, identify potential challenges, explore design and material options, discuss durability, and align recommendations with your project budget.

At Instant Greenscene, we customise our landscape solutions to suit your individual needs and can advise on all aspects of landscaping. This includes structural elements such as retaining walls, decks, and paving, as well as soft landscaping like garden design and turf or lawn selection. We also cater to essential sub-surface systems, including landscape drainage, automated irrigation, and outdoor lighting — ensuring your landscape performs beautifully above and below ground.

To discuss our consultation options please fill out our enquiry form by clicking ‘ CONTACT US ‘ below and we will be in contact with you. Alternatively you can contact us on 0408 770 646.

Onsite Landscape Consultations – information and pricing

Standard landscape consultations include up to 2 hours onsite – $495 inc. GST (Mon–Fri) and $550 incl. GST (Saturdays & public holidays). Additional hours at $250 p/h if required.

Standard onsite consultation are ideal for residential landscaping inquiries involving multiple elements. Standard consultations generally allow sufficient time to discuss an overview of your project, with the option to extend the session for more complex or larger projects. In most cases, we provide a preliminary pricing estimate during the consultation, enabling immediate discussions on potential budget variations.

For smaller projects focused on a single element, we offer a 45-minute consultation onsite for $295 incl. GST.

These shorter consultations are perfect for projects with a limited scope, offering a cost-effective and efficient solution.

(Standard 2 hour consultations are required for projects with multiple elements. Landscape drainage site consultations also require our 2 hour standard consultation).

Payment options- Cash, debit cards, Visa, Mastercard 

Project Pricing & Formal Quotations

Our consultations are designed to help align your project budget with your desired scope of works. While we strive to provide indicative pricing for all projects – whether as complete builds or individual elements – it’s not possible to offer formal quotations for every concept or idea discussed.

To ensure fair use of everyone’s time—our clients, our team, and our suppliers—formal pricing is reserved for projects where clients are satisfied with the proposed scope of works / indicative budget and are ready to proceed to contract within 14 days (due to supply price variations).

For all other discussions, we’ll provide on-the-spot indicative pricing wherever possible. This allows us to efficiently explore various design options and make the most of your consultation time.

Once you’ve had time to review the proposed project elements and budget, you can schedule a follow-up consultation to refine details and proceed to formal pricing.

If you’re happy with the design direction / indicative budget and are firm on your preferred material selections, we can often move to formal pricing during the same consultation. Please note that refining layouts or confirming specific material choices may require additional consultation time. If this cannot be completed on the day, a subsequent appointment will be arranged to finalise your formal quotation.

Formal pricing is provided as a written quote outlining the full scope of work, with a single total price that includes all materials, labor and equipment to complete your project. To assist in visualizing the proposed work, we provide sample images of relevant products, materials, or similar projects, along with detailed product information and specifications where applicable.

Payment options- Cash, debit cards, Visa, Mastercard **fees apply to credit transactions

Optional Landscape Concept Plan

To assist in visualizing the proposed work, we provide sample images of relevant products, materials, or similar projects, along with detailed product information and specifications where applicable. For clients who find it difficult to picture the proposed designs, we also offer the option of a hand-drawn concept plan. This, combined with the included images and information, can greatly enhance your understanding of the project.

Please note, hand-drawn concept plans are not part of our standard site consultation and are available at $250 per hour. A fixed-price quote for the concept drawing can be provided during your initial consultation.

Landscape Consultations | Landscape Quoting – About our service

Our landscape consultations are led by a QBCC-licensed, fully qualified structural landscaper and irrigation plumber with more than 25 years of industry experience. We value your investment in landscaping and take the time to understand your needs in detail. Each site consultation is thorough and collaborative, allowing plenty of opportunity to explore and discuss tailored design and construction options.

If you choose to proceed with construction, you can have peace of mind knowing that all projects are built in-house, not subcontracted. You’ll be working with the same dedicated team from consultation through to construction, ensuring continuity and a seamless experience.

Brisbane landscapers Instant Greenscene have 25 years experience in landscaping and take your investment seriously.

Carefully planned and executed landscape projects have great returns on your investment. It is also known, poorly executed DIY projects often detract from property value. All projects at Instant Greenscene commence with an onsite consultation. This allows us to fully understand your requirements and ensures we have the time to discuss in detail the investment in your new landscape.

What is the cost of landscaping? A pragmatic approach to professional landscaping

Typically, a realistic estimate for landscaping costs falls within the range of 5% to 15% of the total property value. These figures are general guidelines and may vary based on the specifics of each project.

  • 5% encompasses soft landscaping, including turf and garden beds, featuring horticulturally based design with minimal earthworks.
  • 10% allows for the incorporation of limited structural works alongside soft landscaping elements. Structural components may involve features such as retaining walls, paving, decking, drainage systems, landscape lighting, and irrigation.
  • 15% typically applies to projects with higher volumes of structural elements combined with soft landscaping works. This may be relevant for larger properties or projects requiring significant earthworks.

Our landscape projects typically fall within the range of $30,000 to $150,000, depending on the size and unique requirements of each project.

Landscape consulting can assist in the following areas:
  • Landscape design, ideas, material selections and layout
  • Paving– product selection, sub surface requirements including drainage
  • Retaining walls– retaining wall construction, durable material selections and drainage requirements
  • Landscape drainage– surface and sub surface drainage, including retaining wall drainage
  • Garden design– plant selection- low maintenance, colour foliage, feature planting and privacy screening
  • Landscape materials- material selections, product durability
  • Irrigation and sprinkler systems– automated lawn and garden sprinkler systems utilizing both mains and tank water supply
  • Privacy screens, fences, gates and structures– design, material section and durability
  • Landscape lighting– automated garden lighting, highlighting focal points, entrances, paths and features
  • Decking– low level decking for pool surrounds, alfresco areas and landscape features
  • Structure position- positioning of structures including houses, driveways, sheds and swimming pools. We will consider how this may potentially effect things like access, drainage and site works
  • Landscape how to’s- information on the process undertaken to complete particular landscape works
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Mick
23 August 2026
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Peter and Jason did a great job. Kept me informed every day of how the work was proceeding. Finished landscaping exceeded my expectations.
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Chloe Nguyen
18 June 2026
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We spent a long time looking for the right landscaping team and I'm so glad we waited until we found Instant Greenscene Landscaping. From our very first consultation, it was obvious we were dealing with true professionals. After being left waiting for weeks (and sometimes months) by other landscapers who never followed through, working with Peter and Mel was a breath of fresh air. Their communication was prompt, clear and consistent throughout the entire project. While I had a vision for what we wanted to achieve, I needed help turning that vision into something practical, sustainable and within budget. Peter and Mel brought a wealth of experience and ideas to the table. They took the time to understand what we were trying to create, shared examples of previous projects, and suggested ideas and elements we would never have considered ourselves. It genuinely felt like a collaborative process. The quality of workmanship was outstanding. Every detail was thoughtfully considered and executed to a very high standard. You could see the pride they take in their work, and the finished result reflects that. Most importantly, they're just genuinely great people. Peter and Justin were always friendly, respectful and professional. Each morning we'd discuss the plan for the day, and we'd receive updates along the way. Every afternoon we came home to a site that was tidy, safe and organised. Our whole family enjoyed having them around. We are absolutely thrilled with the result and couldn't recommend Peter, Mel and Justin more highly. We've already recommended them to friends! If you're looking for a landscaping team that delivers amazing quality, communicates clearly, genuinely listens, and follows through on their promises, Instant Greenscene Landscaping is the team for you! Thank you Peter, Mel and Justin for delivering my dream garden! Project completed in Aspley.
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Troy Dornan
3 November 2025
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Peter and the team provided a fantastic service on a redo of our front yard. From the initial consults until the project started Peter was always prompt and kept us fully up to date on all aspects of the work. Once the quote was accepted, the work went as planned and Peter was fantastic to work with for the duration of the redo. I would highly recommend Peter and his company for any landscaping needs you may need.
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Lara Douglas
17 August 2025
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Peter and his team have been nothing short of amazing during the project he completed for us. While his quote did not come back as the cheapest option, it was clear that each cost would be necessary for quality and longevity, and that there would be no hidden unknowns or superfluous extras. Peter then delivered on exactly what I had wanted and envisioned based on his concept and photographs of other projects. He was straightforward to work with and I knew what to expect every step of the way - the only surprise was our good luck with the weather allowing for the project to be completed more quickly than initially anticipated, though technically he did even let us know with/without good weather timeframes! In addition to the above, Peter was able to balance giving professional advice and opinion with taking on board our ideas and wishes. He was willing to try different concepts and made them work perfectly, while ensuring that any snags along the way were communicated immediately with the chance for us to make decisions on how to best move forward. I could not recommend Instant Greenscene Landscaping more highly.
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Nick Goodall
27 July 2025
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I recently had my backyard done by Peter and the team at Instant Greenscene. Professional, efficient and above all just a great team to deal with. Could not recommend them more!
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Gregory Bacon
14 May 2025
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We were so impressed with Peter and his team from Instant Greenscene Landscaping. From the first consult to the finished product the communication and customer service were excellent. There were no compromises with the quality of materials and products used nor short cuts taken. For a small space our backyard feels and looks high end. With the added lighting we love spending time outdoors at night. In time the plants will mature and give us the lush tropical feel so fitting to a Queensland lifestyle. Thanks!
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Joel Arvela
20 February 2025
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Peter, Mel and Justin have just completed our landscaping works and we are very happy with result. The Instant Greenscene team were excellent through out the entire process from quote to completion. Great communication and meticulous workmanship.
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Andrea Laidlaw
15 November 2024
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It was an absolute pleasure having Peter and Justin recently complete a multifaceted landscaping project for me. This involved a range of works, including installing a concrete block retaining wall, laying edging pavers around various areas of my property, creating a new garden, replacing side fences and gates, installing a new stormwater drainage system, various irrigation works, and replacing three lawn areas with new turf. It was a wonderful experience observing the project progress through the various stages, from excavation to completion. I also appreciated Peter consulting with me throughout the project, ensuring I was happy with every aspect. I felt confident from the initial site consultations and detailed quoting process that all works would be completed to a high standard. Peter clearly takes great pride in delivering outstanding quality, showing great attention to detail in all aspects of his work. I wouldn't hesitate to engage the services of Instant Greenscene for any future landscaping projects.
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Eddie Bowman
20 October 2024
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Peter, Mel and Justin were a delight to deal with right from the beginning through till the end. We had issues with the yard not draining properly and when explaining this, they understood my problem. They ex[plained what they would do and how they would achieve this. We also needed the rear and side of house completed with a step or a landing pad of some description. To say the finished result exceeded my expectations would be an understatement. Work was completed on time to a high standard and the yard left need and tidy. The best part is, they do the work themselves without subbing anything out. I have no hesitations recommending this company.
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Megan Broad
30 June 2024
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I’ve just had my backyard landscaped by Instant Greenscene and couldn’t be happier with the result. Peter, Mel & Justin were a pleasure to work with. Communication was great, meeting with them every day was an enormous help & they were happy to make adjustments during the project. Peter’s expertise came to the fore as he solved some drainage issues in the yard. They were happy to listen to our vision for a sub tropical look and were very helpful with plant suggestions. I now have a garden which delights me every day and would highly recommend Instant Greenscene.