Landscaping Services for Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter Valley
Your Newcastle and Hunter Valley award-winning Landscaping & Garden Design experts
At Jason Reading Landscapes, we believe your outdoor space should be more than just functional, it should feel like home. Whether you’re entertaining guests, relaxing with family, or watching your garden evolve through the seasons, we design and construct landscapes that enhance your lifestyle and connect you to your space.
Recognised as one of the most trusted landscapers in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Hunter Valley, we combine creative landscape design with expert craftsmanship to deliver high quality, lasting results. With over 90 years of combined experience, our award-winning team includes in house Landscape Designers, qualified Landscape Contractors, Carpenters, Earthmoving Operators, and Horticulturists, all working together to bring your vision to life.
As proud members of The Landscape Association, we’re known for excellence in residential and commercial landscape construction, sustainable outdoor design, and exceptional client care.
At Jason Reading Landscapes, you’ll experience the personal service of a small business, backed by the capability of a large, skilled team.
What Our Client Said
“First class quality, great communications, really good value for money and a tremendous outcome.”
There was Design
When we design your garden or outdoor space, it's not just about drawings on paper. It's about creating a space that feels right for you. Our qualified landscape contractors work hand in hand with our experienced landscape designers to ensure every plan is both practical and beautiful, tailored to how you want to live.
That confidence comes with a promise: our 6 Week Landscape Design Guarantee means your first complete design presentation is delivered within six weeks, or we'll refund your design fee.* As proud members of The Landscape Association, you can feel confident knowing your project is in expert hands, backed by industry leading standards and genuine care.
We do more than transform spaces; we transcend ordinary landscaping by constructing spaces that enhance everyday moments and create lifelong memories for families and educational communities.
“The final result was so beautiful that we actually decided to have the team come back and redo all the other gardens.”
– Nicole
Bringing it into the World
JRL Built transforms houses into homes you’ll love coming back to. From high quality home renovations and extensions to custom outdoor kitchens and integrated landscape construction, we create seamless indoor-outdoor spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. With expert project management, trusted local trades, and fixed price contracts, we make it easy to elevate your lifestyle, right here in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Hunter Valley.
At Jason Reading Landscapes, we design and construct outdoor spaces, predominantly focusing on high-end residential properties, educational spaces, and Schools.
Finishing the Dream
We take care of the entire landscaping process, from first sketch to final plant, so you don’t have to juggle multiple contractors. With one expert team managing it all, you save time, avoid costly surprises, and enjoy a smoother experience that leads to a beautifully finished space you’ll be proud of.
“The thing that really sold it for me was the quality of work and the communication. JRL just deliver the full package.”
Projects
Experience the joy of stepping into an outdoor space that feels like home. We design and build landscapes across Newcastle and the Hunter that not only elevate your lifestyle, but also flow seamlessly with your home’s architecture and the natural surroundings.
“Our project has been completed for about 8 months and the quality still shines. Would do again for sure.”
JRL Resources
Explore our blog for expert landscaping tips, inspiration, and helpful guides to bring your outdoor vision to life.
Planning a Commercial Landscaping Project: From Brief to Completion
Residential Landscaping: From First Idea to Finished Outdoor Space
Landscape Design Packages Newcastle | How to Choose the Right One
The Builder’s Guide to Seamless Landscaping Delivery in NSW
Irrigation Guide
Concrete Guide
Retaining Walls
Pavers & Paving
Why Homeowners Choose Jason Reading Landscapes
Choosing the right landscape designer is a big decision. Hear directly from homeowners who trusted Jason Reading Landscapes to bring their vision to life and discover what made the experience different.
Our Instafeed
MEET MITCH, AKA WAIDEY 👋
Meet Mitch, one of our Site Supervisors who helps keep things moving on site and brings plenty of personality to the team.
When he’s not on the job, you’ll probably find him enjoying a bit of rugby, horse racing or a good coffee. His go-to order? A large oat flat white ☕️
His advice for life? “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.”
And his number one rule on site? “Don’t use the portaloo after Corey.” 😂
That last one doesn’t need explaining.
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Here’s what you don’t see in our finished project photos…
Swipe through for a look at the work that happens behind the scenes to bring each project together. From the first plans to the final details, there’s a lot more to landscaping than what makes it into the finished shots.
What part of the process surprised you most? 👇
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Do the people running the business know what our projects cost? 👀😂 Jason and Katrine are putting their guessing skills to the test. Let’s see how they go.
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Throwing it back to our 2025 Landscape Association Excellence Awards winners!
We’re incredibly proud of the team behind these projects, and the TLA Awards Gala Dinner is always a highlight of the year. We’re looking forward to joining @the_landscape_association again at this year’s event!
🏆 Domaine Luxe: Gold and Best in Category, Commercial Construction
🥈 Modern Poolscape: Silver, Residential Construction
🥈 Domaine Living: Silver, Commercial Construction
🥈 Elevated Entertainer: Silver, Residential Construction
A huge part of bringing these projects to life comes down to the people behind them. Our team’s hard work, craftsmanship and collaboration, alongside the support of @domainehomes on our Domaine projects, helped make these results possible.
Want to see how these projects came together? Head to the Projects section of our website via the link in bio to explore the project stories, build details and more.
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This is the most common question people forget to ask before starting their outdoor project. Don’t be like everyone else. 👀
Before you start planning your dream backyard, swipe through and think about what matters most to you and your household.
Which of these do you not have an answer to yet? That’s exactly where your planning should start. Let us know in the comments.
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Jason off the plans and onto the tools. 👀😂
Throwing it back to our St. Laurence School project in Broadmeadow, featuring laser cut privacy screens and removable planter boxes.
Hit play and see Jason in action.
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Spot the upgrade 👀
This is our Shoal Bay project, and we want to know what you think made the biggest difference to this space.
Drop your answer in the comments! 👇
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Before you call a pool builder, make sure you read this.
Thinking about adding a pool to your backyard?
Swipe through for a few things worth considering before you get started.
Good planning makes all the difference, so save this post for when you’re ready to start planning your poolside space.
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