Landscaping Cost in Victoria (2026)
Average cost in Victoria
$5,000 — $100,000
$5 — $20 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedPatios, walls, and walkways
40%
Installation and site prep
35%
Plants, sod, and mulch
15%
Consultation and 3D plans
7%
City fees and landfill tipping
3%
GST+PST at 12%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Sod or seed lawn
- Garden bed preparation
- Mulch & edging
- Shrubs & perennials (basic)
- Grading & soil prep
- Labor
Typically Excludes
- Hardscaping (pavers, retaining walls)
- Irrigation system
- Mature tree planting
- Outdoor lighting
- Fencing
Based on landscaping a standard 2,000 sq ft front or back yard.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$8,640 — $12,960
Based on 12 sources and market data for Victoria. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
🏢Top Landscaping Contractors in Victoria
Verified providersVision Landscaping
4261 Ponderosa Crescent, Victoria, BC V8Z 7G2, Canada
66 reviews
Triton Landscaping
1321 Blanshard St #340, Victoria, BC V8W 0B6, Canada
60 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Under CRD Stage 1 restrictions (May 1–Sept 30), even-numbered addresses water on Wed/Sat and odd on Thu/Sun. New lawns require a 'New Lawn Permit' to water outside these times, typically costing around $35-$50 depending on the municipality.
In Victoria and Saanich, a building permit is required for any retaining wall over 1.2 metres (approx. 4 feet) in height. Fees are typically 1.40% of the construction value plus a $100 application fee.
As of 2026, the Hartland Landfill tipping fee for general refuse and mixed loads is $160 per tonne. Clean fill or soil disposal often requires pre-testing for contaminants, which can add $500-$1,000 to project costs.
Residential design packages in Victoria typically range from $1,500 for a basic front yard plan to over $15,000 for comprehensive estate master plans, with hourly rates for designers averaging $100 to $150.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.