Garden Planting in Nunhead that suits your garden’s light, soil and style. From border planting to trees, bulbs and mulching, we create planting that thrives and looks right all year.
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If your borders feel bare, overgrown or hard to maintain, our planting team can transform them with a clear plan and the right plants. We work across SE15, including gardens near Nunhead Cemetery and Telegraph Hill Park. Expect considered planting design, quality plant supply and tidy installation with minimal disruption. The result is a garden that looks established quickly and improves season after season.
Nunhead’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period cottages often have long, narrow plots, shaded side returns and compact front gardens. We design planting to suit these proportions, using layered shrubs, perennials and bulbs to add depth without crowding paths or patios. For homes close to Nunhead Green or bordering mature trees, we select varieties that cope well with dappled shade and root competition. Every scheme is tailored to how you actually use the space.
We start with a site visit to assess aspect, soil condition and drainage, then propose a planting layout with seasonal interest and manageable upkeep. Once approved, we source plants from trusted nurseries, prepare beds, plant correctly and finish with mulching to lock in moisture and suppress weeds. Homeowners choose us for clear communication, punctual scheduling and clean handover. We’re based just 25 minutes away, so aftercare advice and follow-up support are straightforward.
Garden planting in London Borough of Southwark often means working with variable soils and pockets of shade from mature street trees. In Nunhead, access can be tight through side passages, so we plan deliveries and plant handling to avoid damage to walls and paving. We also consider parking restrictions and practical loading points near SE15 streets. Our plant choices and bed preparation are adapted to these real-world constraints, not generic assumptions.
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Costs depend on bed size, plant density and whether you need soil improvement and mulching. As a guide, small border refreshes often start around £400–£900, while a full planting scheme for front and rear beds is commonly £1,500–£4,000+. Tree planting typically adds £250–£1,200 per tree depending on size and staking. We provide a detailed breakdown after a site visit.
Most border planting jobs take 1–2 days once the design and plants are confirmed. Larger gardens, multiple borders, or combined shrub and tree planting usually take 2–5 days. Timescales can extend if we’re improving soil, removing old planting, or working around limited access typical of Victorian terraces. Weather and plant availability can also affect scheduling, especially in peak spring and autumn periods.
Most garden planting, border changes and mulching are permitted and don’t need planning permission. The main exception is work involving trees: if a tree is protected by a Tree Preservation Order or your property falls within a conservation area, you may need consent before pruning or removal, and sometimes before certain works. We’ll flag likely issues during the survey and help you check Southwark Council requirements where relevant.
Yes. Our workmanship is covered by a 10-year warranty, which applies to the installation side of the job (bed preparation, planting method, staking and fixings). Plants are living materials, so their performance depends on watering, weather and site conditions; however, we source from reputable nurseries and provide clear aftercare guidance to maximise success. If something looks wrong after planting, we’ll inspect and advise promptly.
We offer planting design from contemporary, architectural schemes to softer cottage-style borders that suit Nunhead’s period homes. Options include evergreen structure with shrubs, long-flowering perennials, spring bulbs for early colour, and feature tree planting for height and privacy. We can also design low-maintenance palettes and pollinator-friendly mixes. During the survey we’ll discuss sun/shade, colours, scent and upkeep, then propose plants that fit your budget and garden style.
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