Planting & Landscaping

NatureBase provides professional planting and landscaping services in NZ, delivering practical, environmentally focused solutions for councils, schools and organisations across Canterbury and the wider South Island.

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15+ Years Industry Experience

SiteWise Gold & Tōtika Registered

Canterbury Based

Public & Private Sector Experience

Our services

Planting and Landscaping Services

NatureBase delivers a full range of planting and landscaping services, supporting open space development, ecological restoration and ongoing site management across Canterbury.

Native Planting and Revegetation

Design and delivery of native planting programmes for reserves, roadsides, riparian margins and community open spaces across Canterbury.

Garden Development & Landscaping

Garden construction and enhancement, including planting, mulching, edging, paths and other landscape features.

Ecological Restoration

Practical ecological restoration projects that support biodiversity, environmental management objectives and long-term site health.

Horticultural Maintenance

Ongoing care of gardens and planting areas, including pruning, weed control, irrigation and seasonal maintenance.

FLEXIBLE SERVICE OPTIONS

Ongoing Contracts and One-off Services

We offer both one-off project delivery and ongoing maintenance contracts.

Establishment care is critical to long-term success. We offer scheduled follow-up visits, weed control, plant health monitoring and irrigation management to ensure plantings establish and thrive.

OUR CLIENTS

Who We Work With

We support organisations across Canterbury with planting and landscaping services that enhance outdoor spaces, establish healthy vegetation and create long-term value.

Project Management — Delivering planting and landscape improvements for parks, reserves, streetscapes and public open spaces.

Commercial — Enhancing commercial environments through professional planting, landscape upgrades and ongoing care.

Subd — Creating attractive, functional landscapes that support new developments and community spaces.

how we work

Our Approach to Planting and Landscaping

Successful planting and landscaping projects require more than simply putting plants in the ground. Long-term success starts with selecting the right species, preparing the site properly and providing the care needed for plants to establish and thrive.

NatureBase combines practical landscaping experience with a long-term view of site performance, ensuring projects are:

Plant selections are matched to site conditions and project goals

Landscapes are established with strong long-term growth in mind

Planting programmes are supported by appropriate establishment care

Sites remain attractive, functional and easy to maintain

Our expertise

Our Qualifications and Standards

Our credentials include:

SiteWise Gold Health & Safety Prequalification

Tōtika Registered Contractor

Growsafe Standard Certification

Experienced in planting, landscaping and ecological restoration

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose native planting?

Native plants are suited to local conditions, require less long-term maintenance and support biodiversity outcomes. They are often required for compliance with environmental or consent conditions.

How long does planting take to establish?

Most native planting establishes over one to two growing seasons, depending on site conditions and species selection.

Do you handle site preparation?

Yes. We manage weed control, soil preparation and site setup to ensure successful establishment.

What size projects do you take on?

We work across a range of projects, from small-scale plantings through to larger revegetation and restoration programmes.

Do you work on environmentally sensitive sites?

Yes. Our team is experienced in working on sites with ecological constraints, including riparian margins and restoration areas.

How do I get a quote for planting or landscaping work?

Get in touch with a brief overview of your site and requirements. We’ll arrange a site visit and provide a clear quote.

OUR LOCATION

Where We Work

Christchurch • Selwyn • Waimakariri • Hurunui • Ashburton • Kaikōura

NatureBase delivers planting and landscaping services across Canterbury and the wider South Island.

Our team works across Christchurch, Selwyn, Ashburton, Waimakariri, Hurunui and Kaikōura districts, supporting councils, schools and organisations with reliable, locally informed service delivery.

For projects further afield across the South Island, get in touch to discuss your requirements.

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Let’s work together

From routine maintenance to specialist environmental projects, we’re ready to support your open space network.

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