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Landscaping Pricing in Dubai: How We Quote

Last reviewed: June, 2026

Every landscaping project is quoted individually after a free site visit. Pricing depends on plot size, plant selection, soil condition, hardscape scope, irrigation needs, and access. We provide fixed-price written quotes within 48 hours of the site visit, with no hourly billing and no surprise charges.

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What this page covers

What affects the final price for any landscaping project?

Plot size and access.

A large villa garden typically costs less per square metre than a small courtyard due to economies of scale, but ground-floor villas with vehicle access cost less than high-rise apartments where every bag of soil requires a service lift.

Soil condition and prep.

Some Dubai areas have sandy fill that holds plants well. Others have compacted desert sand or saline groundwater that requires soil rebuilding with imported topsoil. Soil condition is always assessed during the free site visit.

Plant selection.

Heat-tolerant natives such as date palm, ghaf, neem, and oleander are affordable and durable. Imported or specialty species cost significantly more per plant and require more intensive care, especially in Dubai's climate.

Irrigation complexity.

A small drip system for a few plants is a modest investment. A full villa irrigation system with sprinklers, drip lines, controller, sensors, and zoning is a larger scope. The right solution for your garden is assessed on site.

Hardscape complexity.

Plain interlock paving is straightforward and cost-effective. Natural stone, cantilevered features, custom built-ins, and integrated lighting push costs higher. Materials and design complexity are the main drivers.

Maintenance schedule.

Regular maintenance contracts typically offer better value per visit compared to one-off calls because routing, materials, and team scheduling are optimised. We offer weekly, fortnightly, and monthly plans.

Project timeline.

Rush jobs with compressed timelines carry a premium. Standard turnaround for design-and-build is three to six weeks. We always flag if your desired timeline requires a rush rate before you commit.

Permits and approvals.

Some communities require approval for hardscape changes, fences, or structures. Approval fees and document preparation costs are itemised clearly in your quote so there are no surprises.

What is included in every Green Beetle quote

Every project quote includes:

  • Free site visit with one of our designers or maintenance leads
  • Fixed-price written quote within 48 hours of the site visit, no hourly billing and no surprise charges
  • 6-month plant replacement guarantee on all plants we install and maintain
  • Licensed and insured team, Dubai trade licence and insurance details available on request
  • Aftercare advice at handover on how to keep your project healthy
  • Local team based in Dubai, no overseas call centres

For ongoing maintenance contracts, quotes also include:

  • Same team each visit so they know your garden
  • Plant replacement for any plant under our care that dies within the warranty terms
  • Free pest treatment when issues arise during a contracted visit
  • Annual irrigation review to optimise water use

How our pricing compares across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah

Garden maintenance
Dubai
Base
Abu Dhabi
Slightly higher
Sharjah
Same as Dubai
Plant installation
Dubai
Base
Abu Dhabi
Same as Dubai
Sharjah
Same as Dubai
Grass installation
Dubai
Base
Abu Dhabi
Slightly higher
Sharjah
Same as Dubai
Pergola
Dubai
Base
Abu Dhabi
Higher
Sharjah
Slightly lower

Abu Dhabi pricing is slightly higher due to travel time from our Dubai depot. Sharjah pricing is broadly similar to Dubai. We schedule efficiently so a Sharjah visit does not cost more than a Dubai one for the same scope.

For Ajman, RAK, and Fujairah, we currently do plant deliveries UAE-wide but not on-site landscaping. Ask us if you have a specific project. See more in our landscaping cost guide for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.

Indicative AED prices by service

These ranges are drawn directly from our service pages so you can see the price band before requesting a quote. Final pricing is always confirmed in a written quote after a free site visit. All figures are in AED, VAT shown separately on the invoice.

Weekly vs Bi-weekly vs Monthly Maintenance: What Each Plan Covers

Choosing maintenance cadence for your Dubai villa garden.

Best for
Weekly
Mature lawn villas, pools, hedges
Bi-weekly
Mid-size gardens
Monthly
Small/townhouse
Includes (typical)
Weekly
Mow, edge, irrigation check, debris, pest check
Bi-weekly
Mow, edge, debris, fortnightly pest check
Monthly
Light mow, debris, monthly pest check
Avg AED/visit (1500-3000 sqft)
Weekly
200-350
Bi-weekly
300-450
Monthly
350-550
Best season to start
Weekly
Mar-Oct (peak growth)
Bi-weekly
Year-round
Monthly
Nov-Feb (low growth)
Plant survival rate
Weekly
98%+
Bi-weekly
92-95%
Monthly
85-90%

Full details: Garden Maintenance service page →

Bermuda vs Paspalum vs Zoysia: Choosing Grass for Dubai Villas

Three grass types that work in UAE climate, side by side.

Heat tolerance
Bermuda
Excellent
Paspalum
Excellent (handles salt)
Zoysia
Very Good
Salt tolerance
Bermuda
Moderate
Paspalum
Excellent (coastal-friendly)
Zoysia
Moderate
Mowing frequency (peak)
Bermuda
Weekly
Paspalum
Weekly
Zoysia
Bi-weekly
Water demand
Bermuda
High
Paspalum
Moderate
Zoysia
Low-moderate
Cost per sqm laid (AED)
Bermuda
35-55
Paspalum
45-70
Zoysia
55-80
Best for
Bermuda
Inland villas, pets
Paspalum
Coastal villas (Palm, JBR)
Zoysia
Low-water gardens

Full details: Grass Install service page →

Drip vs Sprinkler vs Manual Watering: Cost, Coverage, Maintenance

How the three watering approaches compare for a typical 2,000 sqft Dubai villa garden.

Initial setup cost (AED)
Drip
8,000-15,000
Sprinkler
12,000-25,000
Manual
0
Water efficiency
Drip
90-95%
Sprinkler
60-75%
Manual
40-60%
Coverage uniformity
Drip
Excellent
Sprinkler
Good
Manual
Variable
Best for
Drip
Beds, hedges, trees
Sprinkler
Lawn
Manual
Pots, small beds
Maintenance frequency
Drip
Quarterly check
Sprinkler
Monthly check
Manual
Daily attention
DEWA savings vs manual
Drip
30-40%
Sprinkler
10-20%
Manual
Baseline

Full details: Irrigation Systems service page →

Aluminum vs Wood vs Steel Pergolas: Durability, Cost, Maintenance

How the three common pergola materials compare in Dubai's climate.

Cost per sqm (AED)
Aluminum
1,800-3,500
Wood
1,200-2,800
Steel
2,200-4,000
Lifespan in UAE sun
Aluminum
20-25 years
Wood
5-10 years
Steel
15-20 years
Maintenance
Aluminum
Wash annually
Wood
Re-stain every 2-3 yrs
Steel
Re-paint every 5 yrs
Heat retention
Aluminum
Low (powder-coated)
Wood
Moderate
Steel
High
Termite risk
Aluminum
None
Wood
High (treat regularly)
Steel
None
Permit complexity
Aluminum
Standard
Wood
Standard
Steel
Heavier (structural review)

Full details: Aluminum Pergolas service page →

DIY vs Professional Tree Trimming in Dubai

When to hire and when you can do it yourself.

Safe for trees under
DIY
3 metres
Professional
Any height
Tools needed
DIY
Hand pruner and loppers
Professional
Pole pruners, chainsaw, harness
Risk
DIY
Low if under 3m, ground-level
Professional
Insured, licensed
Best for date palms
DIY
No. Frond cutting requires technique to avoid weevil entry
Professional
Yes (clean cuts + sealant)
AED per session (1-3 trees)
DIY
0
Professional
300-800

Full details: Tree Trimming service page →

Common UAE Garden Pests: Signs, Treatment, Cost

Quick reference for the four pests we treat most often in Dubai.

Affects
Red Palm Weevil
Date + Canary palms
White Fly
Most leafy plants
Spider Mite
Indoor + outdoor
Mealybug
Indoor + ornamentals
Sign
Red Palm Weevil
Holes in trunk, sawdust, fronds wilting
White Fly
Tiny white insects under leaves, sticky residue
Spider Mite
Webbing, leaf stippling
Mealybug
White cottony tufts at leaf joints
Treatment
Red Palm Weevil
Trunk injection + crown spray
White Fly
Insecticidal soap + neem
Spider Mite
Miticide + humidity bump
Mealybug
Alcohol swab + systemic
AED treatment cost
Red Palm Weevil
800-2,500/palm
White Fly
150-400/visit
Spider Mite
150-300/visit
Mealybug
150-300/visit
Recurrence risk
Red Palm Weevil
High (annual prevention recommended)
White Fly
Moderate
Spider Mite
Moderate
Mealybug
High

Full details: Garden Pest Control service page →

Design-Only vs Design + Build: Which Service You Need

When to engage just the design team vs. our full design + execution.

Deliverable
Design Only
3D render, plant list, irrigation plan, BOQ
Design + Build
Same + actual installation
Timeline
Design Only
2-4 weeks
Design + Build
4-12 weeks (size-dependent)
AED range (1,500 sqft villa)
Design Only
8,000-15,000
Design + Build
35,000-150,000+
Best for
Design Only
Owner builders, contractor coordination
Design + Build
Hands-off owners, single-point-of-contact
Plant warranty
Design Only
N/A
Design + Build
6-month replacement on installed plants (store-bought plants follow shop policy)

Full details: Landscape Design service page →

Frequently asked questions about landscaping pricing in Dubai

Every villa landscape is quoted individually based on plot size, plant selection, soil condition, hardscape scope, and whether irrigation, structures, or lighting are included. A small townhouse plot costs significantly less than a large villa garden with premium finishes. Contact us for a free site visit and a fixed-price written quote.

How to get a fixed quote for your project

  1. Browse our services: /services/ to see what we cover.
  2. Visit your area page: /locations/ to see if we have specific notes for your community.
  3. Request a free site visit via the contact form or WhatsApp.
  4. Site visit, typically 30 to 60 minutes. We discuss your goals, take measurements, and photograph the space.
  5. Fixed-price quote delivered within 48 hours.
  6. Approve and schedule. Work begins on the agreed start date.

Ready for a fixed-price landscaping quote?

WhatsApp us or request a free site visit and we will get back to you within 48 hours with a written quote.

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