Planters
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COMPANY PROFILE

Planters

Premium Landscape Design,
Construction & Maintenance.

EST. 2017AOTEAROANEW ZEALAND

COMPANY OVERVIEW

A practice
built on craft.

Planters is an Auckland-based landscape practice delivering premium landscape design, construction and maintenance across residential and commercial projects. We combine thoughtful design thinking with expert craftsmanship to create outdoor spaces that feel considered, refined and enduring.

Our work spans estate landscapes, contemporary poolscapes, civil infrastructure, public restoration and large-scale commercial developments. We work closely with architects, designers, developers, principal contractors and homeowners — translating drawings into places that age with grace.

We measure success in the way a landscape settles into its setting, how it is used, and whether it still feels right ten years from now.

Aerial view of a Planters wetland restoration landscape
LANDSCAPE RESTORATION · AUCKLAND

WHY PLANTERS

Why clients choose Planters.

Over Three Decades

30+ combined years building Auckland's finest landscapes.

Expert Team

In-house designers, builders and horticulturists.

Premium Workmanship

Materials and finishes specified to endure.

Clear Communication

A single point of contact, weekly clarity.

Full Project Management

End-to-end delivery, on time and on budget.

Attention To Detail

Every join, every plant, considered.

SERVICES

A complete
landscape practice.

End-to-end delivery — from initial design through construction and into long-term landscape care.

  1. 01

    Landscape
    Design

    Beautiful outdoor spaces begin with thoughtful planning. Our in-house landscape architecture service transforms ideas into detailed, buildable designs that balance aesthetics, functionality and long-term performance.

  2. 02

    Residential Landscaping

    From intimate gardens to full property transformations, we create residential landscapes that reflect your lifestyle and enhance your home's value.

  3. 03

    Commercial Landscaping

    Large-scale landscape delivery for developers, schools, councils, retirement villages, commercial buildings and public spaces.

  4. 04

    Infrastructure Landscaping

    Experienced in civil planting, environmental restoration, road and railside planting, erosion control and infrastructure landscaping.

  5. 05

    Landscape Maintenance

    Protect your investment with ongoing maintenance tailored to your property. Pruning, garden care, plant health, seasonal maintenance, all taken care of.

OUR PROCESS

From first conversation
to enduring landscape.

Planting plans and material samples on the Planters studio desk
  1. 01

    Consultation

    We listen first — to your site, your brief, and the way you'll live or work in the space.

  2. 02

    Design

    Considered design, costed transparently and refined together before any ground is broken.

  3. 03

    Construction

    An experienced site team executes the build with care, sequence and accountability.

  4. 04

    Completion

    A thorough walkthrough and handover — every detail signed off before we leave.

  5. 05

    Ongoing Maintenance

    Optional long-term care to keep the landscape growing the way it was designed.

FEATURED PROJECTS

A portfolio
of places.

A selection of landscapes designed, built and cared for by Planters — from private estates and contemporary poolscapes to transport infrastructure, ecological restoration and significant public places across Auckland.

Aerial view of a Planters residential poolscape and landscape

RESIDENTIAL

For exceptional homes.

Muriwai Estate with mature planting and Mediterranean-inspired landscape

01

Muriwai Estate

Muriwai, Auckland

Estate Design & Build

A complete estate landscape designed and built from the ground up — combining landforming, bespoke craftsmanship, mature planting and timeless materials into a landscape inspired by the Mediterranean and rooted in New Zealand's west coast.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Landscape design
  • — Bulk earthworks & landforming
  • — Sub-surface drainage
  • — Estate-wide automated irrigation
  • — Hardscape construction
  • — Timber structures & features
  • — Helicopter landing pad
  • — Water features
  • — Orchard establishment
  • — Softscape planting
  • — Landscape detailing & finishing
Baildon Road contemporary landscape with pool and structured planting

02

Baildon Road

Grey Lynn, Auckland

Landscape Design & Poolscape

A contemporary landscape designed to unite the home, pool and garden into one cohesive outdoor living environment, featuring premium hardscape, bespoke timber details and Mediterranean-inspired planting.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Landscape design
  • — Poolscape & surrounds
  • — Premium hardscape & paving
  • — Timber retaining & features
  • — Custom screening & fencing
  • — Softscape planting
  • — Drainage & site preparation
  • — Landscape lighting
  • — Fine landscape detailing
Dove Manor timber deck and lush garden retreat

03

Dove Manor

Red Beach, Auckland

Full Estate Transformation

A complete landscape design and construction project transforming a substantial coastal property through demolition, earthworks, bespoke hardscape, reclaimed brick detailing, concrete works and extensive planting to create a timeless family estate.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Landscape design
  • — Site clearance & demolition
  • — Earthworks & drainage
  • — Concrete driveways & pool
  • — Hardscape construction
  • — Reclaimed brick fire pit & detailing
  • — Timber structures & decking
  • — Boulder & natural stone features
  • — Topsoil preparation
  • — Irrigation installation
  • — Softscape planting & mulching
  • — Landscape establishment
Kia Ora Road pool with timber fence and stone coping

04

Kia Ora Road

Beach Haven, Auckland

Poolscape & Outdoor Living

A premium residential poolscape delivered in close collaboration with the client, pool builder and specialist subcontractors — bringing together natural materials, quality craftsmanship and carefully considered planting to create a cohesive outdoor living environment.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Hardscape construction
  • — Pool surrounds & paving
  • — Stone coping
  • — Glass pool fencing
  • — Timber retaining & steps
  • — Softscape installation
  • — Planting & mulching
  • — Landscape detailing
  • — Client & subcontractor coordination
Aerial view of a Planters commercial landscape roundabout

COMMERCIAL & INFRASTRUCTURE

Landscapes built to perform in the most demanding public environments.

COMMERCIAL

Built for performance.

Henderson Station civil landscape construction

01

Henderson Station

Henderson, Auckland

Public Infrastructure

A landscape design and delivery project for one of Auckland's busiest transport hubs. Planters worked alongside the main contractor to deliver extensive softscape works during a planned rail corridor closure, ensuring the station reopened on schedule.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Landscape design
  • — Topsoil preparation
  • — Softscape installation
  • — Native planting
  • — Mulch installation
  • — Main contractor collaboration
  • — Delivery during rail corridor closure
  • — Establishment maintenance
Aerial view of Waimarire Road wetland restoration

02

Waimarire Road

Waiuku, Auckland

Ecological Restoration

A large-scale wetland restoration project where Planters delivered the specialist softscape package — native planting, topsoil preparation, mulching and establishment works in collaboration with the principal landscape contractor.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Softscape installation
  • — Native wetland planting
  • — Topsoil preparation
  • — Mulching
  • — Establishment maintenance
  • — Principal contractor coordination
Park Estate commercial landscape with pathways and native planting

03

Park Estate

Rosehill, Auckland

Landscape Delivery

A large-scale commercial landscape where Planters delivered the specialist softscape package — planting, mulching and establishment works — in collaboration with the principal landscape contractor to create a high-quality public environment.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Softscape installation
  • — Topsoil preparation
  • — Commercial planting
  • — Mulching
  • — Establishment maintenance
  • — Principal contractor coordination
Parakai School frontage with structured planting and lawn

04

Parakai School

Fordyce Road, Parakai

Education Landscape

A complete landscape package delivered alongside a major school redevelopment — earthworks, sports field establishment, hardscape, planting and landscape construction to create a durable environment for everyday learning.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Earthworks & site preparation
  • — Sports field establishment
  • — Specimen tree installation
  • — Hardscape construction
  • — Bollard installation
  • — Timber edging
  • — Feature boulder placement
  • — Topsoil & mulching
  • — Softscape planting
  • — Establishment irrigation
  • — Establishment maintenance
Aerial view of Takarunga Tihi native planting, historic gun turret and Auckland harbour

05

Takarunga Tihi

Devonport, Auckland

Public Landscape Restoration

A landmark public landscape restoration on Maungauika / North Head — designed and delivered by Planters to restore the natural character of one of Auckland's most significant volcanic landscapes through native planting and long-term establishment.

SCOPE OF WORKS

  • — Landscape design
  • — Native planting
  • — Premium topsoil installation
  • — Mulch installation
  • — Softscape construction
  • — Plant establishment
  • — Establishment maintenance
  • — Principal contractor coordination

OUR TEAM

The people
behind the practice.

A small, senior team of landscapers, foremen and specialists — chosen for their craft, their judgement and how they show up on site.

TC

Troy Cole

Founding Director

Founded Planters with a passion for creating exceptional outdoor spaces. Troy leads the company with a commitment to quality, craftsmanship and professionalism, ensuring every project reflects the high standards Planters is known for.

DM

Dave Meyer

Operations Manager

With more than 20 years of international landscaping experience, Dave leads Planters' operations — drawing on a career delivering luxury resorts, prestigious hotel landscapes, golf course developments and large-scale commercial projects.

LS

Levi Shelling

Site Foreman

Trained under some of New Zealand's leading hardscapers, Levi brings extensive experience delivering premium landscape construction and high-end swimming pool projects, with a strong focus on craftsmanship and precision.

JC

Jamie Cooper

Site Foreman

Jamie brings extensive experience in premium landscape construction, with specialist expertise in concrete works, team leadership and site operations, and a strong focus on planning and quality.

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Hanu Steenkamp

Site Foreman

Hanu brings extensive experience across landscape construction, with specialist expertise in timber structures and bespoke timber features — helping deliver the premium finish Planters is known for.

TRUSTED BY

A quiet portfolio of partners.

Auckland Council
Auckland Transport
Fulton Hogan
HEB Construction
JPL
KiwiRail
Treescape
Planters crew installing planting on a commercial infrastructure project

HEALTH & SAFETY

Safety is
how we work.

Planters delivers every project with a genuine, active commitment to safe project delivery. From site set-up through to final handover, our systems, briefings and daily practice keep our people, our clients and the public safe on site.

We hold current SiteWise Gold accreditation — an independent prequalification that recognises our health & safety management systems, training, documentation and site performance. It's how we demonstrate that the quality of our work extends to the way it is delivered.

BY THE NUMBERS

A decade of landscapes,
measured quietly.

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Planters operator in excavator during landscape construction

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something exceptional.

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