International Garden Concepts

Alan and his Team transformed our home. A drab, ugly concrete driveway is now a vibrant courtyard and spectacular entrance to our home. Alan's unique design incorporated French, African and Australian themes to create a wonderful effect.

Alan, from International Garden Concepts, was employed to renovate an out-of-control bamboo forest, to usefully dispose of a tonne of ugly brown river pebbles, and to create two very low maintenance gardens: one, a dry temperate rain forest strip along a two metre high wooden boundary fence, and two, a serene, succulents’ garden, with a cool and quiet presence, surrounded by the rain forest. Both to be enjoyed year round. As well, Alan was charged with creating a third, formal garden, which would be in public view, by taking a brackish pond, infested with philodendron plants and weeds, and surrounded by a mixture of weeds and volunteer seedlings from previous gardening attempts, into a contemplative, reflecting pond with calming notes of running water, in the midst of a delicate oriental garden. All this to be done to a very restrictive budget on a small suburban block. Alan was happy to have as many consultations regarding design and budget, and World Cup Rugby, as were required to finalise the project. Alan provided all the drawings and design and budget information that was necessary. In fact, Alan went over and above all my expectations regarding design and budget for these gardens. His advice proved to be invaluable in all instances and strong, constructive discussion on all matters was expected. With Alan’s trusted and very friendly team, the work was commenced and completed as scheduled. Materials supplied were within budget and running costs were always open for discussion. Alan was always very frugal with the budget and very generous with the supply of plants and materials. His knowledge of, and selection of, plants for the formal garden was excellent. The garden’s design with a lovely reflecting pond, beautiful plants and trees, including lighting and irrigation, meets and exceeds the original brief. As a bonus, Alan skilfully pruned a tall (at least 4 metres high) hedge of Michalia trees, and some overhanging neighbouring tree branches. And his team enthusiastically moved and stacked some 750 concrete bricks from front of house to back yard. Unlike my experiences with other contractors, Alan was very transparent in his actions and did not regard over-ordered or surplus materials as his to remove from the site. He and his team were always on time, or called to advise of any delay. He worked late and worked extra time if required. He and his team had a great repore, and worked hard and constructively, together. And when asked, they would do the extra bit, without needing a variation to be submitted. Thanks Alan, you did a great job, and ticked all the boxes. We are looking forward to a visit from you.

We were so happy with their service we referred them to our relatives who have to visit here. They are very happy with their.

Everyone should get Alan to help with their landscaping/gardening needs! Alan was very professional and a pleasure to deal with. His pricing was very transparent and was able to tailor the project to our budget. He arrived on time every day and left it very tidy. With my garden, he built a large trellis for the Jasmine, a veggie patch and also an irrigation system. I also now have my favorite plants growing there. I absolutely love my new garden and look forward to spending quality time there. Don't look anywhere else, big or small projects Alan has got you covered!

Fabulous experience from start to finish. Alan is the consummate professional, with a quirky sense of humour. He knows exactly what he's doing and we trusted him completely. The garden was transformed on budget and on time. We now have a garden with a "wow" factor that's off the charts.

Alan has helped me to transform our backyard to a dream garden. His enthusiasm, punctuality, diligence and knowledge will guarantee the project quality and give you peace of mind. Alan is also very accommodating with the changes required to suit your budget. I will have Alan back to help with my front yard garden in two weeks. Very exciting to see another great transformation. Thanks Alan and your team for your great works.

Alan Le Grange landscaped our garden in Brighton East recently and also in Port Melbourne 5 years ago. My daughter recommended him as he did a good job of their garden 9 years ago! He left it in prestige condition and cleaned up very well afterwards! I can highly recommend him to anyone looking for a landscaper/gardener! Very pleasant to have around.

Well organized. Good preparation. Meet project timeline and budget. Be on site on time everyday. Clean the site before leaving everyday.

Alan did our back courtyard and front yard recently. My husband and I are very happy with the outcome of the makeover. It has transformed from a messy place to a very lovely area that we want to spend more time outside now. The water feature Alan installed is very soothing and it really looks fantastic at night. What I am most impressed is our daughter's Bunny hutch that Alan has made! A custom made hutch for a much loved Bunny. I find Alan very good to deal with, he is professional and patient with my requirements, I think we work very well as we communicate regularly as he progresses with the project and we have lots of laughters! Alan is flexible and opened to my suggestions and changes, but not afraid to tell me if my suggestions do not work! I highly recommend Alan's services to anyone who is considering having their garden/backyard or landscaping done! Thumbs up! Thank you Alan.

Alan transformed our small empty courtyard into a place that now has style and where we can't wait to entertain. We have green, color and lighting. Also a couple of citrus. He is very professional, a very good communicator and totally honest. I accidentallly overpaid him without realising but he knew straight away and paid me back. He even came in under budget too. I highly recommend Alan and we are truly very happy indeed.

Alan was fantastic and I highly recommend him. He is a true professional - he is approachable, patient, on time and follows up when promise. His pricing is very reasonable, he ended up coming in below budget and also saved me money in design element by providing smarter solutions to some challenges that my courtyard presented. I love my new updated courtyard and wouldn't' hesitate to engage his services again. THANK YOU

I am thoroughly happy working with Alan. From concept development to execution, Alan carried everything out very timely and professionally and communicated constantly. My husband and I love our home even more now. Highly recommended!!