About Us

Situated in Cheltenham, Victoria, Ploterra Landscape Design and Construction provides professional landscape design and construction services for residential and public spaces across Melbourne.
With over 20 years of experience, our team delivers practical and well-designed outdoor solutions, managing projects from concept to completion. As a registered NDIS provider, we also offer Home Modifications and Household Tasks to support accessible and functional outdoor spaces.

Meet Our Team

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Ahmed Ashraf (Ash)

DIRECTOR

Ash brings over 20 years of experience in horticulture to Ploterra. His Master of Urban Horticulture from the University of Melbourne provided the foundation for his early involvement in The Woody Meadow project, which explores the potential of Australian native species in urban greenery. During his five years as a horticultural technician at The Australian Garden, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Ash deepened his expertise in Australian native plants. He has also worked across various green spaces in Adelaide, Sydney, and Melbourne, including bushlands, parks, and gardens, developing a strong understanding of irrigation, soil cultivation, and plant health, which has earned him the respect of industry suppliers and colleagues.

As the director of Ploterra, Ash oversees the entire landscape installation process. Ash is a registered structural landscaping builder qualified to design and construct features such as decking, pergolas, and other structural elements. By combining his horticultural expertise with construction skills, Ash leads the team in creating high-quality hardscapes and softscapes.

Outside of work, Ash is passionate about Pilates and maintains a regular exercise routine, bringing a focused and positive mindset to his work and team.

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Sally Yang

PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

Sally is an experienced landscape architect with a degree in Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning from RMIT University. Her passion for horticulture led her to further studies at the University of Melbourne, where she earned a Master of Urban Horticulture and a Graduate Certificate of Arboriculture. Throughout her career, Sally has worked alongside diverse professionals, exploring various areas of horticulture and landscape design, which has shaped her multi-disciplinary approach to landscape projects.

As the principal designer at Ploterra, Sally has developed a strong design and consultation team, focused on creating tailored visions for each project with a high standard of presentation. The design team, under her guidance, has crafted a variety of landscape styles, integrating influences from Japanese landscape aesthetics and Mediterranean charm to the natural beauty of Australian native themes. Alongside Ash, Sally ensures a smooth transition from concept to completion, bringing each design to life on the ground.

She is a passionate gardener who enjoys experimenting with new plant species in her garden. She is also an active contributor to multiple Chinese-language horticultural forums and frequently speaks on horticulture topics for SBS Mandarin’s horticultural program.

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Yanjun Chen​

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

Yanjun is a skilled landscape architect with a strong academic foundation and international experience. He completed a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture at Shanghai Jiao Tong University before earning a Master of Landscape Architecture from the University of Melbourne. His education, combined with work experience in both China and Australia, allows him to bring a global perspective to local projects, integrating innovative design approaches with practical solutions.

At Ploterra, Yanjun has contributed to a wide range of residential and commercial landscape projects. He plays a key role in delivering high-quality design presentations, from conceptual visualisation to construction documentation. His interest in Australian building practices enables him to integrate landscape design with a practical approach, ensuring projects are both visually appealing and well-executed.

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Courtney Annable

LANDSCAPE GARDENER – TEAM LEADER

Courtney is a landscape, garden, and horticulture professional with a strong focus on tree planting. He holds a Certificate III in Horticulture, which he completed while gaining hands-on experience in the field.

As a team leader, Courtney ensures the smooth operation of on-site staff, manages project timelines, and oversees a broad range of landscape maintenance and construction tasks, including pruning, planting, mowing, and weeding. He is also qualified to apply chemicals for pest and disease management.

Before joining Ploterra, Courtney managed a market garden at Dalpura Farm and led conservation projects, including invasive species control, native plantings, and soil and water conservation.

His technical expertise and practical experience make him an essential part of every project.

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George Benham

LANDSCAPE DESIGNER & HORTICULTURALIST

George holds a Diploma in Landscape Design and a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens. With over eight years of experience as a landscape designer and horticulturist, he has worked on a variety of landscapes across Melbourne, developing practical skills and knowledge in horticulture and landscape design. 

His extensive hands-on and management experience includes his time at Monash Grounds, where he gained expertise in turf management, plant health, soil care, and pest control.

At Ploterra, George contributes to both design and landscaping project management, including horticultural consultancy, planting design, and the management of landscaping and maintenance works.

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Cheri Cunningham

DIGITAL, GRAPHIC DESIGN & MARKETING

Cheri has been part of Ploterra Landscape Design and Construction team for two years, creating print materials, digital assets, and marketing content. With 20 years of experience as a Graphic Designer in Sydney and Melbourne, she has worked in design studios and as a freelancer, collaborating with small businesses to develop visually compelling solutions that enhance their brand presence.

Cheri manages all of Ploterra’s online platforms, overseeing the website, coordinating engaging social media campaigns that encourage followers to get involved in gardening, and curating blog articles contributed by team members.

Outside of work, Cheri runs Kiddiehood, a website that highlights kid-friendly events and activities in Melbourne.

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