Inspired Landscapes: Where Design Meets Nature
Softscape Solutions for Your Architectural Projects

Architects' Choice: Where Visionary Design Meets Botanical Mastery

A preferred partner for architects seeking to elevate their designs through exceptional softscape solutions. We understand the intricacies of architectural planning and offer seamless collaboration to bring the vision to life. Discover how our expertise can add the finishing touches to your clients projects, making each one an inspiring and sustainable masterpiece.

Results That Amplify Your Designs:

Seamless Collaboration

Integrating your vision into reality

Project Excellence

Extensive knowledge and service guarantees exceptional results

Design Longevity

Ensuring sustainable landscapes that stand the test of time.

The Softscape Challenge in Architectural Projects

  • Managing the softscape component in your architectural projects can often be complex.


  • Ever struggled with contractors who don’t understand your design language?

  • Tired of dealing with subpar planting that diminishes your design?


Elevate Your Designs

Green Giant Gardens: Your Softscape Specialist for Architectural Excellence


Design Integration: 

We speak your language and integrate your designs into our softscape projects.


What Makes It Possible: Strong collaboration and clear communication.


Quality Assurance:

We work only with the highest quality plants and materials.


What Makes It Possible: Our extensive knowledge and select partnerships.

Client Satisfaction

End-to-end project management for a seamless experience.


What Makes It Possible: A skilled and knowledgeable crew coupled with our commitment to excellence.

Proven Expertise for Discerning Clients

“I have 100% confidence in referring Nathan and his team to my most discerning clients... Nathan's passion for creating great garden spaces is immediately obvious, and he has the team, experience, and gardening ‘know how’ to make them happen and look good all year round."

Craig Wilson | Form Landscape Architecture

Commitment to Aesthetic Excellence

“Green Giant Gardens concentrates on soft landscape where Nathan’s extensive plant knowledge and his understanding of site conditions lead to very pleasing outcomes... Nathan works with a small, knowledgeable crew, and his commitment and personal approach have made working with him a pleasure."

Robert Watson | Robert Watson Landscape Architects

Skillful Implementation and Maintenance

“We often recommend Green Giant Gardens for the planting implementation and maintenance of our gardens... Nathan’s passion, skill, and experience ensured the plants were well chosen, lovingly looked after, and in perfect condition to exhibit.”

Sandi MacRae | MacRae Landscape Design

Quality and Reliability in Long-Term Partnerships

"A creative, knowledgeable plants person, who can develop and maintain your garden to the highest standard. Nathan and his team are wonderful to work with."

Debbie Rimmer | Landscape Architect


Global Expertise and Collaborative Spirit

"Nathan’s passion for landscape is particularly evident in his vast knowledge of plant specificity and suitability... Nathan is a joy to work with, collaborating tirelessly with fellow designers to conceptualise and execute projects that harmoniously marry the softscapes to the hardscapes."

Hermi Surhirman | White Franjipani Architects

Architect-Focused Features:

Design consultation and collaboration

Personal and exceptional service

Sustainability focus

Bespoke softscape solutions

From new builds to overhauls - all stages covered

Experts in Canterbury soil and planting conditions

High-quality plant selection

Pest and disease management

Irrigation installation and maintenance

Common Questions

See some common questions and answers below, or contact us here 

  • How do we start a collaboration?

    To kick off a collaboration, simply reach out to us through our 'Contact Us' page or directly via phone. We'll set up an initial consultation to discuss your needs, design concepts, and project timelines. Haven't got a project yet, but are keen to know more? Let's have a chat, and take it from there.

  • How do you manage our clients?

    We pride ourslves on delivering outstanding customer service through clear communications, and have a knack for sharing your vision and taking customers on the journey with us. Once you handover even your most discerning of clients, they will be well looked-after and will be delighted with the results.

  • What areas do you work in?

    Canterbury based, our clients span from coastal cliff properties, through all areas of the city, and outwards to rural surrounds. Our extensive knowledge of the varied Canterbury soil and climate conditions ensures that we provide bespoke, expert services at all locations.

  • Original planting has past it's best - what can you do to revive it?

    Assessing soil and plant suitabilty, we provide bespoke advice and implementation for outstanding results to any planting problem. Solutions may include expert pruning, plant replacement, and pest management. Our garden overhauls will deliver a fresh new look that will last for years.

  • How do you manage hard to soft landscaping project transitions?

    Timing is key for a polished finish; we work closely with builders and project managers to manage the sequencing of hard to soft landscaping stages. This ensures that final stages are done at the right time, providing an efficient and successful outcome. 

  • Experience the Green Giant Gardens Difference

    Our passion for gardens is matched by our expertise and commitment to excellence. Delievering quality customer care, we understand your client's needs and turn plans into reality that will delight our clients. Join us in creating landscapes that inspire, flourish, and stand the test of time.

Ready to Elevate Your Architectural Projects?

Let's collaborate and bring your clients vision to life.