Those sloping Forest Hill gardens deserve flower beds that work with the terrain, not against it. Creating year-round colour in SE23's clay soil takes local knowledge and the right plant choices.
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Victorian terraces along Dartmouth Road often hide surprisingly deep gardens perfect for layered planting schemes. Forest Hill's mixture of mature trees and urban positioning creates unique microclimates that seasoned gardeners know how to exploit. Whether you're dealing with the shade from neighbouring properties or the full sun exposure of hillside plots, getting flower beds right means understanding these quirks.
Soil preparation makes the difference between beds that thrive and those that struggle through each season. Heavy London clay needs breaking up with organic matter, while the occasional sandy pocket near Honor Oak requires different treatment entirely. Plant selection considers not just aesthetics but maintenance levels - busy SE23 residents often prefer perennials that return reliably over high-maintenance annuals. Proper edging keeps lawns separate and prevents that messy overgrown look common in neglected gardens.
Twenty years working Forest Hill's gardens means knowing which suppliers stock plants that actually perform in this postcode. Local projects from Sydenham to Dulwich have taught us what works where.
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Medium-sized Victorian gardens in SE23 usually see flower bed installations ranging £800-£2,500, depending on plant density and soil preparation needs. Smaller front gardens might start around £400.
Absolutely - from the conservation area near Horniman Museum to the streets bordering Honor Oak Park station. SE23 forms our core service area, including all of Forest Hill proper.
Most Forest Hill gardens see completion within 2-4 days. Larger schemes or those requiring significant ground preparation might extend to a week.
Every flower bed installation includes our decade-long warranty covering plant establishment and structural elements like edging. If plants fail due to installation issues within the first year, replacement is automatic.
Shade needn't mean boring - ferns, hostas, and woodland perennials create texture and interest under trees. Many north-facing gardens in Forest Hill burst with colour using shade-tolerant species like astilbes and hellebores.
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