Garden Planting in West Dulwich that brings structure, colour and year-round interest to your outdoor space. From planting design and plant supply to borders, trees, bulbs and mulching, we deliver a finish that looks established fast.
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If your borders feel sparse or tired, our planting team can transform them with a well-balanced mix of shrubs, perennials and seasonal bulbs. We work across SE21, including gardens near West Dulwich station and routes leading towards Belair Park. Expect thoughtful planting design that suits how you use the space, not a one-size-fits-all scheme. The result is a garden that looks good from the kitchen window and rewards you every time you step outside.
West Dulwich’s leafy streets and period homes often come with mature boundaries, shaded corners and long, narrow plots that need careful planning. We regularly plant up Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions where privacy screening and kerb appeal matter. Whether you want a softer cottage feel or crisp, architectural planting, we tailor palettes to the property’s style. We also consider neighbouring trees and light levels common around Dulwich Village and nearby parkland.
We start with a site visit to assess aspect, soil, drainage and existing plants worth keeping. You’ll receive a clear planting plan, plant schedule and options for plant supply based on your budget and preferred maintenance level. Our team installs with proper spacing, staking and mulching to help plants establish, then advises on watering and aftercare. Homeowners choose us because we’re local (around 15 minutes away), reliable, and we stand behind our work.
Gardens in the London Borough of Lambeth can vary from free-draining pockets to heavier, compacted soils in older plots, so we adjust composting and mulching accordingly. Access can be tight with side returns and steps, so we plan deliveries and plant handling to protect paths and interiors. We also factor in parking constraints and sensible working hours on residential roads. Where gardens back onto greener corridors near Dulwich Wood, we choose plants that cope with shade and root competition.
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Costs depend on bed size, plant density and whether you need a full planting design. As a guide, small border refreshes often start around £450–£900, while medium planting schemes with plant supply and mulching are commonly £1,200–£3,000. Larger gardens with tree planting, extensive borders and premium specimen shrubs can be £3,500–£8,000+. We provide a detailed breakdown before work begins.
Most planting jobs take 1–2 days for a straightforward border installation, including soil preparation and mulching. A larger scheme across multiple beds, with tree planting and significant soil improvement, typically takes 3–5 days. Timescales vary with access, weather, the amount of ground prep required, and plant availability. If we’re working around existing features or mature roots, we’ll allow extra time for careful hand digging.
Garden planting is usually permitted and doesn’t require planning permission. However, there can be restrictions if your property is listed, within a conservation area, or if you’re planning work near protected trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO). If tree planting is close to boundaries or structures, we’ll also consider root spread and future maintenance. We’ll flag any likely issues and advise what to check with Lambeth Council.
Yes. Fine Landscaping provides a 10-year warranty on workmanship for installed elements, which includes correct planting, staking and bed preparation completed by our team. Living plants are affected by weather, watering and site conditions, so plant guarantees are typically shorter and depend on the nursery’s terms and the aftercare followed. We’ll give clear guidance on watering and maintenance to maximise establishment and will return to resolve any workmanship-related issues.
We can design anything from soft, pollinator-friendly borders to structured evergreen schemes with strong winter form. Popular options include layered shrub planting, long-flowering perennials, spring bulbs for early colour, and multi-stem trees for screening. We also specify mulches such as composted bark, well-rotted organic matter, or decorative gravels where suitable. We’ll help you choose plants based on light levels, soil, desired look, and how much upkeep you want.
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