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Commercial & residential fencing, concreting and hardscape construction specialists, based in Whanganui, serving the Lower North Island

Locally proven landscape design and planting from Modscape

Plant selection and installation shape how a site looks and performs over time. The wrong species or rushed soil preparation can lead to ongoing maintenance, thin coverage and plants that fail to establish properly.

Modscape develops project-specific planting plans using local knowledge. Practical, low-maintenance species are matched to your site’s sun, shade, soil and drainage conditions. Ground preparation is completed before planting begins, and installation is planned around the site, whether the work forms part of a new build or is fitted around established features.

Aftercare guidance is provided so you know what to do next. Fixed pricing keeps every inclusion clear from the outset. To learn more about the company’s background, visit the
Modscape About page.

Landscape Planting Overview:

Garden and landscape design, landscape design and planting, landscape planting design, species selection and installation.
  • Garden & landscape design provided stand-alone or within build projects
  • Landscape design and planting planned around new builds or existing features
  • Landscape planting design created using locally proven plant varieties
  • Plant species selected for sun, shade, soil type and drainage
  • Planting zones set out to suit patios, paths, walls and driveways
  • Commercial planting installed to approved drawings, specs and programme
  • Lawns installed as instant turf or hydroseeded, with irrigation matching

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Garden and landscape design planting that thrives in local conditions

  • Landscape design and planting using locally proven plant varieties
  • Garden and landscape design ensures plants work with your hardscape
  • Landscape planting design installed with reliable ground preparation
Garden and landscape design for Whanganui and the Lower North Island

Plant selection matched to site conditions and project type


Projects include school gardens, public environments, retirement villages, apartment complexes and high-end residential gardens.
On commercial sites, approved plans and specifications guide every planting zone. Quantities, varieties and layouts are installed to match the drawings, compliance requirements and programme.

Residential projects are based on what has proven to work in Whanganui and the wider Lower North Island. Plant choices are informed by sun, shade, drainage and the level of upkeep you want, with species selected for long-term survival rather than short-term appeal.
For more on integrating hard landscaping and planting, see the hardscaping page.

Irrigation systems and lawns

Irrigation is recommended where it supports establishment and protects new planting, especially in exposed beds or newly laid turf areas. Automated systems with timers are often used to provide consistent watering and reduce early plant losses during the establishment period.

Instant lawns are installed with careful site levelling and ground preparation, then matched with an irrigation set-up suited to the area. Where hydroseeding or sowing is more practical, the options are assessed against site conditions and project timings.

The chosen method is based on suitability for the job, not trends or default preferences. If your project involves reshaping land or larger groundwork,
Excavation & Earthworks are also available as part of our wider offering.

Fixed-price planting contracts with practical aftercare and tidy handover


Planting work is quoted as a fixed-price contract and includes clear itemised inclusions, site preparation, soil conditioning, and tidy clean-up where required.
We provide practical aftercare advice to help plants establish properly, including watering and ongoing maintenance guidance. If minor plant losses occur in a hedge or garden bed, replacement plants can be arranged.
Where larger issues arise, we assess the cause to help prevent ongoing problems and ensure the planting performs as intended. Standard maintenance and workmanship warranties apply as outlined in each contract.
Whanganui, Manawatu, Wellington, Lower North Island

Garden and landscape design is available as a stand-alone service or as part of a wider build. Planning starts with how the space will be used, then covers layout and staging. We can also work from supplied drawings or specifications. For high-value residential projects, learn more about our approach to modern landscape design and outdoor living options.

Planting design considers local wind, sun, drainage, soil type and ongoing maintenance expectations. Species are chosen to suit the conditions, provide year-round structure and avoid issues around driveways, services or hardscaping. Where planting sits alongside pavers and concrete driveway work, layout and species are coordinated.

Yes. Low-maintenance planting is achieved through access planning, correct spacing and reliable species selection. Mulch, edging and irrigation are included where they suit the site and the scope. Aftercare steps are explained to support establishment.

Yes. Landscape planting is often incorporated into hardscaping projects to soften paved areas and tie the overall outdoor layout together. Planting can include garden beds, screening, specimen trees, lawn areas and irrigation, with ground preparation and drainage considered alongside the hardscape construction rather than treated as a separate stage.

Where engineering or council consent is required for a retaining wall or structure, coordination can be included in the delivery. The required steps and paperwork are confirmed early so the process stays clear and organised.

Frequently Asked Questions for Landscape Planting

Landscape Planting Summary:

  • What: Landscape design and planting services including site-specific plant selection, ground preparation, installation, irrigation recommendations and lawn options, plus aftercare guidance and fixed-price quoting.

  • Where: Whanganui and the Lower North Island.

  • Who for: Residential and commercial clients needing landscape planting design for new builds, established sites or projects with approved plans and specifications.
Commercial & residential fencing, concreting and hardscape construction specialists, based in Whanganui, serving the Lower North Island