Choose Landscape Gardener Contractors in West Dulwich who design and build gardens that suit period homes and busy lives. From planting design to lawn installation, we deliver crisp finishes and year-round structure. Local, reliable and on site fast from Norbury.
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West Dulwich gardens deserve a considered approach, especially around Belair Park and the streets near West Dulwich station where outdoor space is a real asset. Fine Landscaping provides garden design, soft landscaping and planting design tailored to how you use the space. Whether you want a fresh lawn, new borders, or a full garden renovation, we manage the project end to end. We work across SE21 and nearby Dulwich Village with a focus on tidy sites and premium detailing.
This leafy part of the London Borough of Lambeth is known for Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions, often with long rear gardens and mature boundaries. We regularly improve shaded corners, tired lawns and overgrown borders while keeping the character of older properties. If you’re close to Dulwich Wood or Thurlow Park, we can design planting that copes with dappled light and root competition. Our landscape gardener contractors West Dulwich area team also plans for family use, pets and low-maintenance routines.
We start with a site visit, clear measurements and a practical design proposal, then schedule works in logical phases to minimise disruption. You’ll get transparent specifications for planting, soil improvement and lawn installation, plus maintenance plans if you want the garden to mature beautifully. Our team is fully insured, respectful of neighbours and careful with access through side returns and shared paths. Homeowners trust us for consistent communication, clean handovers and workmanship that stands up to London weather.
Gardens in West Dulwich often have heavy, compacted soils and mature trees, so we prioritise drainage, soil conditioning and the right plant choices. Access can be tight around period conversions, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours carefully. We also consider Lambeth council requirements where relevant, especially around protected trees and boundary changes. Our landscape gardener contractors in London Borough of Lambeth work with these realities every day, so projects run smoothly.
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Costs vary with access, scope and the level of design detail. As a guide in SE21, border planting refreshes often start around £800–£2,500, lawn installation commonly falls between £1,200–£4,000, and a full garden renovation with soft landscaping and planting design is often £6,000–£25,000+. Larger gardens near Dulwich Village or Herne Hill can exceed this. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Small upgrades such as border planting or tree and shrub planting typically take 1–3 days. Lawn installation and soft landscaping often takes 3–7 days depending on ground preparation and weather. Full garden renovations usually run 2–6 weeks, especially if there’s drainage work, extensive soil improvement or phased planting. Timescales are influenced by access near West Dulwich station, skip permits, and plant availability in the right season.
Most garden improvements such as planting, lawns, and typical soft landscaping are permitted and don’t need planning permission. However, restrictions can apply if you’re in a conservation area, altering boundaries, or working on protected trees (Tree Preservation Orders). Some waste removal or skips may also require permits. We check the relevant Lambeth guidance, flag any risks early, and can help you gather information before work starts.
Yes. Our workmanship is backed by a 10-year warranty on agreed installed elements, covering defects arising from installation rather than misuse or extreme weather events. For planting, we advise on aftercare and can include maintenance plans to improve establishment and reduce failures. Any manufacturer warranties on materials are passed on where applicable. We also complete a handover walk-through so you know how to look after lawns and new planting.
We tailor designs to period properties and modern lifestyles, from structured evergreen frameworks to softer, pollinator-friendly borders. Popular options include ornamental grasses, woodland planting for shaded areas, drought-tolerant schemes for sunnier plots, and mixed shrub-and-perennial borders for long seasonal interest. For lawns, we’ll recommend the right turf type and preparation method. We guide you through plant palettes, maintenance levels and budget so the final scheme feels cohesive.
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