Landscaping & Grass Cost per Sq Ft in Sri Lanka (2025)

Curb appeal is everything.

You can spend Millions on a house, but if the garden is mud, it looks unfinished. Landscaping is the cheapest way to boost property value.

1. Grass Types & Prices

Grass Type	Price (Supply & Fix)	Notes
Australian Carpet Grass	Rs. 100 - 150 / sq ft	Best look. Dark green, thick. Needs sun.
Malaysian Carpet Grass	Rs. 80 - 120 / sq ft	Lighter green. More shade tolerant.
Running Grass (Local)	Rs. 40 - 60 / sq ft	Takes months to cover. Prone to weeds.

For driveways and paths.

Blocks Cost: Rs. 45 - 65 per block.
Laying Cost (Labor): Rs. 45 - 60 per sq ft.
Total Project Cost: Rs. 250 - 350 per sq ft (including sand bed and border cement).

Watering: Daily.
Mowing: Every 2 weeks (Carpet grass grows sideways, not just up, but needs trimming to stay thick).
Fertilizer: Urea/N-P-K once a month.

Secret Tip: Installing "Pop-up Sprinklers" costs Rs. 50,000 - 100,000 but saves you hours of hose work.

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