Soft Landscaping in Herne Hill that makes gardens look established, not newly finished. From lawn installation to planting and irrigation, we create healthy, layered outdoor spaces built to last.
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Herne Hill gardens deserve planting that suits the pace of family life and the changing seasons. Whether you’re near Brockwell Park or walking distance from Herne Hill station, we’ll shape a garden that looks good from day one and improves year after year. Our soft landscaping covers lawns, borders, trees, shrubs and hedging, finished with topsoil, mulching and irrigation where needed. Expect clean edges, robust planting plans and careful aftercare advice.
Homes around SE24 often come with long, narrow plots behind Victorian terraces, plus generous side returns and rear gardens on Edwardian houses. Period conversions can mean shared access, tighter storage and more coordination with neighbours. We tailor planting density, lawn choices and irrigation layouts to suit sun patterns, privacy needs and how you actually use the space. If you’re close to Dulwich, Brixton or Tulse Hill, we’ll also account for local microclimates and wind exposure.
We start with a site visit to assess levels, drainage, soil condition and existing planting worth keeping. Next comes a clear proposal covering lawn installation, border planting, tree and shrub planting, hedging, topsoil and mulch specifications, plus optional irrigation. Our team works tidily and protects paths, patios and interiors during access. Homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, straightforward communication and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
We regularly work across the soft landscaping Herne Hill area, where access can be via side passages or through the house on terrace streets. Soil conditions vary, but we often improve structure with quality topsoil and mulching to help planting establish. We plan deliveries and parking with local restrictions in mind and keep disruption low for neighbours. For projects that fall under soft landscaping in London Borough of Lambeth/Southwark, we also flag any tree or boundary considerations early.
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Costs depend on garden size, access and the amount of planting and ground preparation required. As a guide, lawn installation often ranges from £35–£80 per m² depending on turf type and prep. Border planting commonly starts around £600–£2,500 for a small to medium scheme, while trees and hedging can add £250–£2,000+ depending on species and maturity. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site visit.
Most soft landscaping projects in SE24 take 1–5 days, with smaller jobs such as mulching and shrub planting often completed in a day. Larger gardens involving lawn installation, extensive border planting, hedging and irrigation can take 1–2 weeks, especially if soil improvement and levelling are needed. Timescales are affected by access, waste removal, delivery scheduling, and weather. We’ll confirm a programme before work starts and keep you updated throughout.
Most soft landscaping work—lawns, borders, shrubs, and general planting—doesn’t require planning permission. However, there can be restrictions around protected trees, conservation areas, boundary hedges, and work near party walls. If a tree is subject to a Tree Preservation Order or the property sits in a conservation area, you may need consent before pruning or removal. We’ll help you check the relevant Lambeth/Southwark requirements and advise on the safest route.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty, covering installation standards such as ground preparation, edging, and irrigation workmanship where supplied and fitted by us. Planting is living material, so its success depends on season, weather and aftercare; we’ll specify what’s included and provide clear watering and maintenance guidance. If an issue relates to our installation, we’ll put it right. Optional maintenance visits can be arranged to support establishment.
We offer hard-wearing turf for family gardens, finer ornamental lawns, and shade-tolerant mixes where light is limited. Planting options range from structured evergreen hedging to mixed borders with perennials, grasses and seasonal colour, plus feature trees suited to smaller plots. Mulching can be composted bark, well-rotted organic matter or decorative finishes depending on the look you want. Irrigation can be dripline for beds or pop-up sprinklers for lawns, designed around water pressure and layout.
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