Garden Planting in Elephant & Castle that brings structure, colour and year-round interest to your outdoor space. We handle planting design, plant supply and expert installation, from borders to feature trees. Expect tidy workmanship, smart plant choices and a finish that suits modern developments and period homes alike.
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From Elephant Park to the streets around Walworth Road, outdoor spaces here range from compact courtyards to larger family gardens. Our planting service is built for these varied plots, with thoughtful layouts, reliable plant supply and careful planting that establishes quickly. We can refresh tired borders, add screening, or create a seasonal scheme with perennials and bulbs. If you’re near Strata Tower or Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre, we’re only around 25 minutes away.
Elephant & Castle has a mix of modern high-rises, Victorian terraces and new-build apartments, each with different light levels and soil conditions. We regularly work in SE1 and SE17 where balconies, roof terraces and small rear gardens need planting that performs without constant maintenance. For terraces in Kennington and Newington, we often design layered borders that soften paving and make narrow spaces feel wider. For newer blocks, we specify wind-tolerant, drought-resilient plants that cope with exposed aspects.
Our process starts with a site visit to assess sun, shade, drainage and access, then we produce a clear planting plan and schedule. We source quality stock, plant correctly with soil improvement and mulching, and leave everything clean and well-finished. You’ll get practical aftercare guidance so plants establish properly through the first season. Homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, punctual teams and a result that looks intentional from day one.
In the Elephant & Castle area, we often find compact sites, restricted access and limited on-street parking, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. Soil can be variable where gardens sit over made ground from redevelopment, so we improve structure with compost and mulch before planting. We also account for wind tunnels around taller buildings and choose sturdier, drought-tolerant varieties where needed. Our garden planting in London Borough of Southwark is always adapted to the reality of the plot, not a generic plant list.
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Costs depend on garden size, plant specification and how much soil improvement is needed. As a guide, small border refreshes in SE1/SE17 often start around £450–£900 including plants and labour. Medium schemes with new shrubs, perennials, bulbs and mulching typically fall between £1,200–£2,800. Larger redesigns with tree planting and full border installation can be £3,000–£7,500+.
Most planting jobs take 1–2 days for a small courtyard or a few borders, including soil preparation and mulching. Medium gardens usually need 2–4 days, especially if we’re removing old plants, improving soil and installing a layered scheme. Larger projects with multiple beds, trees and screening can take a week or more. Access, parking, weather, and plant availability can all affect timescales.
In most cases, garden planting, border creation and mulching don’t require planning permission. However, there can be restrictions if your property is listed, within a conservation area, or if you’re carrying out work that affects protected trees (Tree Preservation Orders). Southwark guidance can also influence work near boundaries or communal areas in apartment developments. We’ll flag any likely issues and help you check requirements before work starts.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty, covering installation standards such as correct planting, staking, and bed preparation where included in the agreed scope. Living plants are affected by weather, watering and site conditions, so plant survival is supported by clear aftercare guidance and suitable plant selection for the location. If anything looks wrong due to installation issues, we’ll inspect and put it right promptly. Ongoing maintenance plans are available.
We can create contemporary schemes for new-build terraces and roof spaces, or softer cottage-style borders for Victorian gardens. Popular options include evergreen structure with shrubs, long-flowering perennials, spring bulbs, ornamental grasses, and small trees for height and privacy. We also specify mulches (bark, composted green waste, or decorative gravel where appropriate) to finish beds neatly. We’ll recommend plants based on light, maintenance preferences and the look you want.
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