Terrace courtyards and heritage streets

Landscaping Inner West

Small-space gardens and courtyards that suit the Inner West’s terraces

Victorian terraces, narrow rear lanes and heritage streets need a lighter touch. We make the most of compact Inner West gardens without fighting their character.

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Terraces, tight rear lanes and conservation-area rules

The Inner West is mostly Victorian and Federation terraces and cottages on narrow blocks, many in heritage conservation areas with established street trees and leafy, shaded gardens. Space is tight, rear access is often a narrow lane or a hand-carry through the house, and the soil is clay over shale that stays damp in shaded courtyards.

We plan around all of it: compact, low maintenance courtyard designs, screening for privacy between close neighbours, and planting that thrives in shade. Where a block sits in a conservation area we keep the work sympathetic to the period and flag anything that may need council sign off.

See our full landscaping service for how we approach every build.

Landscaping Inner West terrace courtyard with compact planting and paving behind a heritage home

What makes an Inner West garden its own challenge

Courtyards the size of a room

Terrace gardens are tiny. We use every centimetre with built in beds, screening and clever paving so a small space still feels green and usable.

Access down a narrow lane

Materials often come through the house or a tight rear lane. We plan delivery and removal around it so the job runs without damage or fuss.

Deep shade and damp corners

Close terraces and big street trees throw a lot of shade. We plant shade lovers and improve drainage so damp courtyards stay healthy, not mossy.

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Our full service list for Inner West homes

Landscaping Inner West

Courtyard and small garden builds across the Inner West, from Newtown terraces to Balmain cottages. We design compact, low maintenance spaces that respect the area’s heritage character and make tight blocks genuinely usable.

Mulching Inner West

Mulching keeps Inner West courtyard beds tidy and holds moisture in shaded, root filled ground under established street trees. We use neat, fine grades that suit small, on show garden spaces.

paving being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Paving Inner West

Courtyard and path paving in styles that sit well with period terraces, laid on stable bases in tight spaces. Slip resistant finishes for shaded, sometimes damp Inner West courtyards.

retaining walls being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Retaining Walls Inner West

Low retaining walls, raised beds and level changes that carve usable garden out of small, sometimes sloping Inner West blocks, built to suit heritage surrounds and tight access.

rubbish and land removal being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Rubbish and Land Removal Inner West

Clearing old courtyards, overgrown gardens and green waste from Inner West terraces, working around narrow rear lanes and hand carry access where a skip cannot reach.

tree lopping being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Tree Lopping Inner West

Removing dead or oversized trees from tight Inner West blocks, with careful sectional work where terraces, fences and heritage neighbours leave no room for a clean drop.

tree pruning and trimming being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Tree Pruning and Trimming Inner West

Pruning courtyard trees, hedges and screening plants on Inner West properties to keep light between close terraces and growth clear of gutters and shared boundaries.

turf laying being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Turf Laying Inner West

Small courtyard lawns laid over prepared, improved soil, using shade tolerant turf where terrace gardens get little direct sun. A neat patch of green for a compact Inner West yard.

weeding being carried out on a Inner West property, part of landscaping Inner West

Weeding Inner West

Keeping courtyard beds, paving joints and small lawns weed free on Inner West blocks, then mulching and edging to hold them back. Regular visits suit busy terrace households.

Suburbs across the Inner West we work in

We cover the Inner West council area, terrace by terrace:

Landscaping Annandale
Landscaping Ashfield
Landscaping Balmain
Landscaping Birchgrove
Landscaping Dulwich Hill
Landscaping Enmore
Landscaping Haberfield
Landscaping Leichhardt
Landscaping Lewisham
Landscaping Lilyfield

Landscaping Marrickville
Landscaping Newtown
Landscaping Petersham
Landscaping Rozelle
Landscaping St Peters
Landscaping Stanmore
Landscaping Summer Hill
Landscaping Sydenham
Landscaping Tempe

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Gardener Petersham
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Gardener Stanmore
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Gardener Sydenham
Gardener Tempe

Paving Annandale
Paving Ashfield
Paving Balmain
Paving Birchgrove

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What Clients Across Inner West Council Suburbs Say

5-Star Landscaping Reviews Across Inner West

Trusted by Inner West homeowners for complete landscaping projects, from initial design through to finished construction.

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The quality of work was exceptional. The team was friendly, communicative, and dedicated to making sure we were happy with the final result.

Raghu Sharma

02:41 22 Jun 26

Terry from A1 Gardening & Landscaping Sydney was fantastic to deal with. He was on time, attentive, and provided great expertise and value throughout the process. Really appreciated his advice and professionalism, and the quality of the work was excellent. Highly recommend!

Gian Le

00:46 17 Jun 26

Terry and he’s team did a professional job, terry stayed in communication with me during the whole process in transforming my backyard. Highly recommend him

Moe Hallak

21:54 10 Jun 26

Paving repairs on pathways around house. Quick and efficient. Good job!

Wayne Maeder

03:48 21 May 26

Krish Majhi

22:54 08 May 26

Excellent service and communication. Terry and his team did an exceptional job and exceeded our expectations. Very pleased with the transformation. Thoroughly recommend to all.

Mina Safdary

04:06 04 May 26

Had a great experience with Terry from A1 Gardening & Landscaping. He was reliable, easy to communicate with, and did an outstanding job. Everything was done efficiently and with attention to detail. He takes pride in his work. Would definitely recommend Terry to anyone looking for quality Landscaping services around Sydney.

Hassan Taha

07:27 21 Apr 26

Absolutely amazing experience with A1 Gardening & Landscaping Sydney. The team was professional, reliable, and really paid attention to detail from start to finish. They completely transformed the space and the results speak for themselves — clean, modern, and exactly what we wanted.Communication was easy, they showed up on time, and everything was done efficiently without cutting corners. You can tell they take pride in their work.Highly recommend if you want quality landscaping done right the first time!Thanks guys 🙂 !!!!!!

Louna C

04:32 21 Apr 26

WOW! What a transformation. Super impressed with the service and quality. Thank you Terry. Highly recommended.

Tania Andrews

02:59 21 Apr 26

Excellent work and very professional friendly service. Highly recommend

Renee Montgomery

02:09 21 Apr 26

Terry and his team professional and always on time 5 star

Ruby K

00:47 02 Apr 26

Terry was very helpful talking me through a problem I have. I'm keen to get a quote from him.

Fiona

23:51 09 Mar 26

Couldn't have asked for a better job.The guys were great and always on time.Go for this mob and you want regret it.

Louise Menhennitt

21:57 24 Feb 26

Quick response, started straight away, efficient and fast job… garden bed/retaining looks great. Thank you

kzs78

21:46 05 Feb 26

Prompt and excellent resultVery satisfied

John Wilson

23:31 28 Jan 26

Terry and his team are fantastic to work with. Came and removed some trees to open our back yard, no fuss, quick and clean. Highly recommend for all landscaping jobs.

Cyd

23:04 09 Dec 25

I submitted quote requests in the afternoon, and Terry responded almost immediately—this was a huge plus for me. His sense of priority truly impressed me. That same evening, he came to inspect the area so we could discuss the task ahead.I ended up closing the deal, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the job. It completely transformed my front garden.Throughout the process, Terry was highly responsive and communicated everything clearly.I would strongly recommend A1 for all gardening needs, and in fact, I already have another job lined up with them.

Eleusa Nunes

22:44 08 Dec 25

Amazing and precise work done

hala mahfoud

22:45 02 Dec 25

Amazing Job from Terry and his team. Cannot fault their work and service!!

Tara Stewart Greaney

23:50 29 Nov 25

My experience was outstanding. From the moment I reached out, the communication and service was excellent. Terry and his team were professional, friendly, hard working and made sure I was kept up to date every step of the way. The quality exceeded my expectations and I’m genuinely impressed. Grateful to Terry and his efforts. Highly recommended!!

Ahmet Tüfekci

10:01 27 Nov 25

We used A1 gardening & landscaping Sydney this year to refresh our outdoor space and garden and they did an amazing job. The team have been very professional with their work, communication and they were also fast paced, we are so happy we chose A1 gardening as they upgraded our space so beautifully. Highly recommend!

l hosainy

01:04 25 Nov 25

Outstanding ServiceTerry and his team of five did an exceptional job transforming our backyard. They removed all the dried plants, trimmed the trees with great care, pruned the existing plants beautifully, and left the entire area looking clean, fresh, and well-maintained. The difference is honestly night and day.They were professional, efficient, and paid real attention to detail while keeping everything tidy throughout the job. Terry clearly knows his craft and managed the team seamlessly. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to give their outdoor space a complete refresh.

Himanshu Narula

00:09 25 Nov 25

Absolutely amazing work. Quoted quickly, went above and beyond and finished the job with no issues. Highly recommended.

JF Serrano

07:45 30 Oct 25

Terry did an excellent job of redoing my front garden to make it maintenance free. Was very professional did it record time. I would recommend him and his company to anyone

Linda Mclean

00:09 28 Oct 25

We found Terry extremely willing and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble, our garden was a nightmare with weeds and overgrowth now it is looking exceptionally good. Thanks Terry and offsides.

Agnes Bryce

00:28 22 Oct 25

Had our front and backyard landscaped by Terry and the guys these guys are amazing from the moment Terry came to quote to the finished product. Terry listened to our vision of what we had in mind the meticulous attention to detail they delivered the image in our head we could not be happier so anyone looking for a landscaper who delivers on time with exactly what you have in mind you can not go past these guys we can not recommend them high enough they use very high quality materials and workmanship is flawless we just can't say enough about them so don't risk using anyone else.Thanks again to Terry and the guys.A big high 5 to all of you.

Chris Ponturo

04:57 15 Oct 25

So happy with the service from Terry and his crew. He was reliable, excellent communication, quoted very reasonably and gave great advice on what to plant. His team were fantastic, 5 of them did the work efficiently and tidied up after themselves. Highly recommend!

Suzi Leung

09:40 10 Oct 25

Thank you, Terry and the team.Great job! New lawn looks fantastic.

Gary Swan

00:04 08 Oct 25

Terry and the team were all you could ask for: prompt, professional, courteous, helpful, diligent - and focused upon customer satisfaction. If you're looking for someone to reliably deliver a great job at a good price then I can't recommend them highly enough. Give them a try!

Carl Peatman

06:55 04 Sep 25

Terry and his team recently transformed our backyard into an amazing outdoor space and garden. He was very prompt and provided professional advice and tips while keeping my vision alive. The end result was better than anticipated! Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed.

Naj Hay

11:38 02 Sep 25

Very happy with the exceptional job done by Terry and his team. From the initial consultation, the advice was very tailored to my needs and he is always very respectful of what I wanted. They were very meticulous and efficient on the day of the job and would go above and beyond to make sure everywhere was to my liking. The results were amazing and above my expectation. Would highly recommend.

Andrew Lee

02:41 02 Sep 25

Thank you Terry for your advice and knowledge regarding my backyard. Looks amazing, am looking forward to sitting back in summer and enjoying it.You and the team did a brilliant job.Definitely would recommend using A1 Garden & Landscaping.

Rosie Argiropoulos

05:52 28 Aug 25

Terry & Robert did an amazing job on my backyard. They cleaned my pavers and made my garden and pot plants look amazing once again. Terry was very obliging and nothing was too much trouble. I would recommend Terry to others looking to have their gardens spruced up and their paving cleaned. I will be having them back to keep my garden looking good! Thank you so much Terry.

Christine Hyde

01:43 28 Aug 25

very good and professional

Tony Casmiri

01:15 12 Aug 25

Terry was brilliant! He completely transformed my backyard. He was attentive and professional. I’m very impressed!

dounia abdallah

03:17 02 Aug 25

Terry and his team were exceptional, from making an inquiry to coming in, everything ran so smoothly. I cannot be more grateful to Terry for making this experience so easy and the job itself is absolutely incredible. Will be recommending this to family and friends - thanks again!!

Zeinab Habib

11:08 30 Jul 25

Recently used A1 Gardening services to upgrade our family home and couldn’t be happier. Terry was knowledgeable and efficient which was reflected in the end results. Terry and his team transformed my outdoor space into a beautiful garden and I would highly recommend for anyone looking to elevate their garden.

Hosay Zarmati

08:27 29 Jul 25

Best experience!!! From the initial consultation to the final touches, Terry and his team was professional, punctual, and clearly passionate about what they do. Thanks to them my outdoor spaces are now low-maintenance and visually stunning. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking to enhance their landscape with expert care.

07:52 29 Jul 25

Absolutely amazed at the effort and attention to detail! Highly recommend A1 Gardening and landscaping for all your needs!

raneem assoum

07:15 29 Jul 25

A first class job. Everything was finished and deserves five star service. Would recommend for any landscaping and tree trimming and fruit trees expertise.

jitka horak

01:39 29 Jul 25

We recently had our front and backyard landscaped and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, efficient, and genuinely passionate about their work. From the initial consultation to the final touches, they paid attention to every detail—making sure the layout, plant selection, and finishes matched our vision perfectly. The transformation was incredible—our house now feels like a home, with a beautiful, welcoming outdoor space. Highly recommend them to anyone looking to upgrade their garden or yard!

Hajer Alsukaini

05:13 26 Jul 25

Highly recommend Terry for landscaping and gardening! Professional, honest and tidy work! Can’t thank A1 Landscaping and Gardening enough for bringing our vision to life.

Aleyna xxo

11:09 20 Jul 25

I cannot recommend Terry highly enough! From the initial consultation to the very end, every step of the process was seamless and professional. They helped transform our front and back yard into the perfect sanctuary and did not leave a once of mess behind. Thank you Terry for the terrific work - you exceeded our expectations.

Helay Zar

10:36 20 Jul 25

Terry and the team did an amazing job I am so happy with the job they did

Lynne Errington

02:35 09 May 25

Abig thank you to Terry and his team for doing such an amazing transformation on our 5 separate gardens today..They delivered to a tee everything we spoke about,plus a bit extra we weren't expecting at no extra cost. Will be recommending this team to our friends and family.Well priced, A1 job,,,from A1 bargain Gardening & Landscaping Services.

joanne smith

02:26 18 Mar 25

I had to completely refurbish my apartment veranda. A lot of work repotting 15 huge troughs and pots and I was quite particular about the soil I wanted. Terry arrived with 4 men and the did the job perfectly and so quickly. I was amazed and thrilled with the results. He is coming back in February to hedge and finish a few minor things. He leads his team and he even mopped up myPlace as I am in a wheelchair. He knows what he is doing! Will use his service again for sure. Thanks Terry. Nicole

CR Commercial Property Group

05:37 30 Nov 24

My mother had Terry and the crew come and weed and tidy her garden. Carmel said ‘They were prompt, professional, pleasant and did a wonderful job and were so thorough in cleaning up. Highly recommend Terry and his crew’

Karen Swibel

07:15 04 Oct 24

Terry listened to what I wanted and helped me refine my vision. I went on holiday and Terry and his team transformed my backyard from a depressing mess to a functional and enjoyable backyard. Even though I was on holiday Terry communicated really well and I never felt I wasn't aware of how the job was progressing and Terry sent photos daily. I love spending time outside relaxing and gardening, so thank you Terry and your team!

Vinny Claridge

03:31 07 Sep 24

This is five star gardening for sure! I was desperate for a good gardener as my garden had several bush stumps to remove! No one wanted the job, it was too hard others said. I phoned Terry and he very quickly organised a gardener, Robert, to come out two days after I called. Robert was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble. He picked up the plants and soil from the nursery. He did an excellent job within a few hours, the bush stumps were completely removed, he worked like a trojan! We could not believe it! He turned our garden into a paradise. Thank you, Terry and Robert. Ellen from Caringbah South

Ellen Voroshine

10:00 06 Aug 24

Terry and His Team Delivered Exceptional Lawn Work!Terry and his team recently worked on our neighbour's front and back lawns, and the results were nothing short of amazing.After witnessing their work, I decided to call Terry for a quote. He promptly responded to my enquiry. Yesterday, they arrived promptly at 7AM and worked diligently to re-turf my lawn. By around 11AM, the job was done and I couldn't be happier with the outcome.They left the area clean and tidy, which is a testament to their professionalism.I am happy to recommend Terry and his team to anyone in need of lawn services. Their dedication, skill and punctuality are truly commendable.Thank you, Terry and team, for exceeding my expectations!

Sheryll Aquino

09:19 19 Jun 24

Terry was prompt to respond to our website enquiry. He was thorough in his quoting and discussing our options.His team arrived on time, were tidy and polite at all times.Happy with the workmanship and happy to recommend.Thanks Terry and TeamNick, Tallawong

Nick Cross

04:43 13 Jun 24

Terry and his team did a fantastic job with our landscaping. They are professional and deliver excellent quality work. I highly recommend and would not hesitate to call on them again. Thank you Terry and A1 team!

A. Dunstan

09:39 16 May 24

My backyard looks like new. Very tidy and prompt. Very good ser ice would recommend them to any one. Thanks.

Grace Buda

00:14 01 May 24

Terry was very professional, needed our paved driveway re levelled as it had sunk. As the pavers are old Terry was able to track some down for us that matched our current pavers perfectly. Great job, on time and very efficient. Would definitely use again.

Maree Coupar

22:54 27 Apr 24

Did a great job clearing lots of weeds & trimming black shrubs / trees. The yard looks bigger! 👌

Lydia Cooke

02:06 24 Mar 24

I Highly recommend A1.I had a vision but decided to go with Terry's suggestions because they made more sense, and im glad I did.The job turned out great and for a bargain price as well.Very efficient and well mannered.Thanks A1 team!

Mitchel Carpenter

07:01 11 Mar 24

Terry and his team were fantastic! Very good value for the job that they completed on our new home, which included cleaning out a lot of overgrown plants/trees, trimming hedges, laying weed mats + wood chips, as well as painting our door, backyard patio ceiling cross beams and front facade. Highly recommend using A1 Bargain Gardening & Landscaping Sydney! 👍👍

Vibhav Shirali

03:03 22 Feb 24

Clean & professional. The team that came in were very quick & got the job done to satisfaction 👍🏽

Leshhgooo Esh

23:16 21 Feb 24

Terry and his team transformed our garden. The before and after pictures speak for themselves. They did a fantastic job, were thorough, meticulous and efficient. Terry had great suggestions of what would work in the space. We were very impressed. Would highly recommend them. Thanks Terry and team!

Sen Lessem

02:38 22 Nov 23

Thumbs up Terry and his team.Terry was professional and articulate He and his team prepared and layed my new lawn and new timber borders around the garden beds.when the work was completed there was nothing out of place.what a transformation im so happy with the job i would not hesitate in recommending A1 to everyone.thanks so much Terry and team.

Wayne Galea

09:29 03 Nov 23

Terrys team were quick, polite and efficient. Would recommend.

Trish May

05:59 08 Oct 23

Terry and his team were very effective and efficient. They completed the job in just a few days, enhancing our back garden significantly. All of his Terry’s suggestions made a lot of sense.

Peter Clarke

01:52 20 Sep 23

Terry and his team worked on my yard on a blistering hot day. They were professional, quick and efficient. I am very pleased with the result.

Peter Wheatland

01:01 19 Sep 23

Terry and his team have just completed work for me and I am extremely pleased with the result. It involved the redesign design of an unusually shaped large area which had to be leveled. Old pavers had to be taken up and relaid, new gardens and a clothes line area established and turf laid. All this had to be done with curved lines. They worked efficiently and finished the job quickly.

Stephen Bible

21:45 06 Sep 23

Terry was polite , efficient , well mannered , I would recommend this business , he did a great job

Joanne Barrington

22:31 02 Aug 23

Terry and his guys arrived super early for our late morning arrangement today, 18 May 2023 and got into the work straightaway. I asked him to trim my front hedge as well as the back trees in my yard. The guys acted swiftly to finish the job in a blitz. My request as foretold had been done according to my satisfaction. I wouldn't mind recommending this bunch to friends and associates for their job well done. I called him yesterday only and now my place has been cleared and cleaned. CheersMely Estanislao in Chester Hill.

Emiliana Estanislao

11:30 18 May 23

Extremely happy with Terry and the job he did transforming my garden would highly recommend him.

maria lohin

02:46 17 May 23

Terry and his team were amazing in restoring the garden. They worked tirelessly for 2 days and managed to turn a giant brush turkey paradise back into lawn and a wonderful play area for my toddler! 2 thumbs up!

Vicky Lu

08:50 12 Feb 23

I’m a neighbour of a property in Kirribilli, I overlook the next door rear garden.The above company spent the last 2 mornings professionally cutting through untidy undergrowth, overgrown out of control banana trees(overhanging our units & blocking light), generally tidying up & laying grass.The whole area looks amazing, adds value to my front verandah & entrance & the smiling countenance from all the 4-5 workers when I was “sticky beaking” was so professional.

Jenny Wilson

01:01 01 Feb 23

Beautiful work and reliable people

Rachael Lin

03:02 20 Jan 23

Terry and his team did a great job in our front and back yard. They were professional, efficient and careful. Well priced services. Recommend!

Kersti Sadul

13:52 05 Dec 22

Terry and his workers were wonderful. Really great service, neat, clean, efficient, polite and very professional. They showed great care. Would recommend anytime.

robyn weinberg

02:03 10 Nov 22

Terrys team did some landscaping, tree lopping and built a retaining wall of superb quality. Terry outlined all the pros and cons and was extremely professional. His pricing was reasonable compared to other quotes and couldn’t be happier with his services. Will call again for any future landscaping work. Rob and Sarah.

Robert Wilson

11:53 22 Sep 22

Terry and his team were fantastic to deal with. There was clear communication throughout the entire process. The completed paving and landscaping looks immaculate. Would defintely use their services again. Highly recommend to all.

Aysha Z

11:31 22 Sep 22

Terry's team did a tremendous job, incredibly quickly , on my back and front yards. It's a picture now. All the family impressed.

Margaret Cunneen

02:58 10 Sep 22

My mum is elderly and LOVES her garden.The vegie garden and entire front and backyard had not been cleaned up for 10 years so we wanted someone that mum felt comfortable talking with and that would do a great job. She is very fussy. Terry and his team transformed her garden and did an AMAZING job - WOW! Looks like a new home. We are so happy and we want him to come back and maintain it. Thank you so much Terry, you did a perfect job.Debbie Jenkins

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What Inner West locals ask about gardens

Everyday garden work usually does not, but many Inner West blocks sit in heritage conservation areas where some changes do, and larger walls or structures can too. Check with Inner West Council before significant work, or ask us and we will flag what is likely to need sign off.

Yes, compact courtyards are most of what we do in the Inner West. We use raised beds, screening, shade tolerant planting and smart paving to turn a small, boxed in space into a green one that is easy to keep.

Carefully and by plan. A lot of Inner West access is a narrow rear lane or a hand carry through the house. We work out delivery and rubbish removal in advance so the job runs cleanly without damage.

It depends on access, the courtyard size and the services involved, and tight access can affect the price. We give a free, written quote after seeing the space so it is all clear. a NSW guide to shade-friendly native plants can help with shade friendly plant ideas.

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