Garden makeovers · Marsfield · 2025
Front garden makeover in Marsfield
A front garden made over with new planting, a feature pot, fresh mulch and a neat lawn edge.
Explore the Marsfield makeoverFront & backyard makeovers
Garden makeovers in Sydney
Give your front or backyard a fresh start with new planting, garden beds and lawn where needed. Keep what works, change what doesn’t, and plan the garden with David at a free on-site visit.
- Plan your garden with David
- See our before-and-after gardens
- Scope and price agreed before work
An Absolute garden makeover
From bare ground to a finished garden.
At this Ryde home, bare ground became new lawn and planted borders around the pool.
Ryde · Completed April 2018
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What’s included
What a makeover usually includes
Your quote covers the work your garden needs. A makeover can change the whole space, as in our Pymble garden makeover, or focus on one area, with the scope agreed on site. If most of the garden can stay, a garden restoration may be enough.
Keep what works, clear the rest
Walk through what you want to retain. Clear agreed overgrowth, unwanted plants and weeds, and take away the green waste from the work.
Prepare the soil and beds
Shape and prepare the garden beds, improve the soil and prepare ground for new lawn where that is part of the plan.
Choose planting for the space
Plan new plants around the garden’s sun, shade and established planting, and how much care you want to give them.
Finish with lawn, edging and mulch
Lay new turf where needed, define the edges and spread mulch. A makeover can focus on planting and beds without replacing your lawn.
Planning your budget
What does a garden makeover cost?
These typical budgets help you plan. The area is a starting point: clearing, plant choices, access and any new lawn affect the final price. David quotes after seeing the garden.
| Small garden (up to 50 m²) | $5,000 to $15,000 |
|---|---|
| Medium garden (50 to 150 m²) | $15,000 to $30,000 |
| Large garden (over 150 m²) | From $30,000 |
- Covers: The agreed clearing, soil and bed preparation, planting, edging, mulch and any new lawn, with the green waste taken away.
- Not included: Large retaining walls, extensive paving and pools, which are outside our service. Drainage or irrigation work is discussed on site.
Typical prices, including GST. We confirm the exact price with a free quote on site.
What affects your quote?
- The size of the garden and how much needs clearing
- How many plants, and how mature they are
- Whether new lawn is part of the job
- Access and green waste removal
Working with Absolute
Plan your garden with David
You deal with David, from a family business based in Ryde since 1994. Talk through how you want the garden to look, what you want to keep and the budget you have in mind. One customer told us their makeover transformed the whole front yard and the look of the house.
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Walk through the garden
David visits for a free on-site quote. Discuss the planting, beds and lawn, along with access and any work you want to keep.
Agree on the scope and price
Work through the options and receive a quote before deciding to go ahead. There’s no need to arrive with a finished design.
Arrange the work
Once you accept the quote, agree on the timing. We complete the agreed work and take away the garden waste it creates.
I was a bit apprehensive about hiring a landscaper after hearing a few horror stories, especially picking someone I’d found online—but I’m so glad I went with Absolute Tree and Garden. David was extremely responsive and even shuffled his schedule to squeeze my job in earlier than expected. The team that came out were friendly, efficient, and thorough—exactly what you’d hope for. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Absolute Tree and Garden to anyone.
More customer reviews
Another tree service mucked me around all morning with quote appointment changes, so I contacted Festus from Absolute Tree and he quoted over the phone his team turned up and both tree stumps were gone before sunset on the same day at a most reasonable cost. Thanks again.
Graeme Macallister ·
Highly recommend this landscaping company. They listened to my ideas, provided great suggestions, and delivered results that exceeded my expectations.
Raghu Sharma ·
David and the whole crew at Absolute Tree and Garden Services are fantastic. The work is always done very professionally and safely. The crew are very friendly and respectful. I have used them for many years across multiple properties and the service is always the same - consistently good. I like that they will push back if the request is not going to give you the best result which is great. They turn up on time!! Their rates are very reasonable as well. I fully recommend Absolute Tree and Garden Services! Stuart
Stuart Anderson ·
David and his team are phenomenal! Our overgrown trees have been pruned to perfection our front garden replanted and it looks gorgeous. Thank you David!
Wendye Vince ·
I could not rate David and his team more highly. They did a first rate job in both my backyard and front yard. Both look fantastic and I could not be happier. David is a genuinely nice guy and very easy to relate and talk to. David’s price was very reasonable for all the work he did and I will definitely be using his services again soon. Highly recommended.
Peter Brooke ·
These guys were great. Good communication, job done well and no mess left behind. Very happy. Thank you.
Carolyn Ozkoseoglu ·
Before you book
Garden makeover questions
Do I need a makeover or a garden restoration?
A makeover changes the planting or layout. A restoration brings your existing garden back into shape with pruning, weeding, feeding and mulch. If most of the garden can stay, a restoration may be enough. David can help you decide at the visit.
Explore garden restorationsDo I need a garden design before getting a quote?
No. Bring your ideas, a few photos you like or simply explain what is not working. David plans the garden with you on site. Our landscape design service is practical planning followed by the work, rather than a separate set of drawn plans.
How our garden planning worksCan I keep established plants and my existing lawn?
Yes, retaining what works is part of the discussion. Tell David which plants and areas matter to you, so the quote accounts for what can stay and what needs changing. New lawn is optional.
Can you make over just a front garden or one area?
Yes. The work can focus on the front garden, backyard or a particular set of beds. Describe the area when you enquire. If you only need new lawn, our turf-laying service may be the closer fit.
Explore turf layingHow long will the makeover take?
It depends on the amount of clearing, preparation and planting, site access and the weather. Discuss the likely duration and scheduling with David once he has seen the garden and the scope is clear.
What should I send when requesting a quote?
Send your suburb, what you would like changed and any useful access details, such as steps or a narrow side passage. A wide photo of the garden helps, but photos are optional. Mention your budget if you have one in mind.
Where we work
Garden makeovers across our part of Sydney
We're based in Ryde and do this work across the suburbs around it. Choose your area for local details.
- Ryde
Our home base: Eastwood, West Ryde, Putney and nearby
- North Shore
Hunters Hill and Lane Cove up to Hornsby and Wahroonga
- Inner West
Terraces and courtyards from Balmain to Strathfield
- Hills District
Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, North Rocks and nearby
Free on-site quote
Let’s plan your garden makeover
Tell David what you’d like to change and your suburb. He’ll get in touch to arrange a free on-site quote.