Business Details
24 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscaping Services in Adelaide
Established in 2002, Yardstick Landscape Services is a boutique Adelaide-based landscaping company dedicated to creating inspiring outdoor spaces that harmonize with nature and architecture. Our team of qualified designers, builders, and horticulturists specializes in end-to-end landscape solutions, from concept design to meticulous construction and ongoing maintenance. With a focus on modern, stylish design and exacting craftsmanship, we deliver bespoke gardens tailored to residential and educational clients.Our collaborative approach ensures client needs are central to every project, whether designing heritage gardens, coastal landscapes, or innovative educational spaces. Recognized for award-winning work, we maintain industry-leading standards through precision, unique craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of local environments. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables seamless collaboration with architects, contractors, and consultants to achieve exceptional results.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Construction
Horticultural Maintenance
Outdoor Learning Spaces
Nature Play Areas
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of Adelaide-specific landscaping expertise
- Our in-house team handles full project lifecycle from design to maintenance
- Award-winning designs recognized for innovation and quality
- Proven track record in educational sector landscape projects
- Collaborative approach working with architects and contractors
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates tailored outdoor spaces blending architecture with natural elements. Using client input throughout the process, we develop modern, heritage or coastal gardens that enhance property value and usability. Specializing in residential and educational projects, our designs prioritize functionality, sustainability and aesthetic appeal through careful plant selection and material choices.
Garden Construction
From concept to completion, our construction team delivers precise, high-quality installations. We build courtyards, nature play areas and educational landscapes with attention to detail and craftsmanship. Our experienced builders ensure every element - from hardscaping to irrigation systems - meets exact specifications while maintaining safety and practicality for residential and institutional clients.
Horticultural Maintenance
Our qualified horticulturists provide ongoing garden maintenance to preserve and enhance landscape investments. Services include seasonal pruning, fertilization, pest management and irrigation maintenance. We ensure plants thrive and outdoor spaces remain beautiful year-round through tailored care programs for residential properties and educational institutions across Adelaide.
Outdoor Learning Spaces
Specialized design and construction of school playgrounds and learning environments. We create nature-based play areas that support child development and curriculum requirements. Our educational landscapes incorporate safe, durable materials with interactive elements that encourage exploration and environmental learning for students of all ages in Adelaide's schools.
People
Peter Adley
Landscape Designer
Founder with 20+ years' experience in Adelaide landscaping. Specializes in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces that integrate with architecture. Leads design team with focus on client collaboration and sustainable practices.
Nick Scaife
Builder
Experienced construction manager overseeing project delivery. Ensures exacting standards in garden builds through precision craftsmanship. Coordinates multidisciplinary teams to achieve design specifications while maintaining practical functionality and safety standards for residential and educational projects.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We primarily work in Adelaide and surrounding regions, covering both urban and regional projects for residential and educational clients.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we offer full-service landscaping including concept design, construction, and ongoing maintenance through our in-house team.
Are you qualified for educational projects?
We have extensive experience in school landscapes, including outdoor learning spaces and nature play areas with safety-compliant designs.
How long have you been operating?
Established in 2002, we've delivered award-winning landscaping solutions across Adelaide for over two decades with the same founding leadership.
