Soft Landscaping in Honor Oak that turns tired plots into lush, usable gardens. From fresh turf to structured borders and reliable irrigation, we build planting that thrives in SE23.
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Honor Oak gardens often need smarter planting to suit slopes, shade and changing light. We create balanced lawns, borders and screening that look good year-round, whether you’re near One Tree Hill or a short walk from Honor Oak Park station. Our soft landscaping covers everything from lawn installation and border planting to hedging and mulching. The result is a garden that feels established, not newly “done”.
Local homes range from Victorian terraces to Edwardian houses and 1930s semis, each with different garden proportions and access. We’re used to narrow side returns, stepped patios and long, thin plots common across SE23 and nearby Forest Hill. Planting plans are tailored to how you use the space—family play, entertaining, or low-maintenance greenery. We also match new work to existing character so it sits comfortably with period features.
We start with a site visit to assess soil condition, drainage, sun patterns and what’s worth keeping. Then we prepare the ground properly—topsoil where needed, correct levels, and mulching to lock in moisture and suppress weeds. Every job is scheduled clearly, kept tidy, and completed by our in-house team within around 20 minutes of our Norbury base. Homeowners choose us for consistent workmanship, clear communication, and planting that performs beyond the first season.
The soft landscaping Honor Oak area often involves hilly plots and mixed soil where drainage can vary between gardens. We plan access and deliveries around typical Lewisham parking and narrow frontages, keeping disruption down. For properties near Camberwell Old Cemetery or bordering mature trees, we select plants that cope with shade and root competition. We also factor in wildlife-friendly choices that suit the area’s strong community feel.
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Costs depend on garden size, access, and how much ground preparation is required. As a guide in SE23, lawn installation typically ranges from £25–£45 per m² (including preparation), while border planting can be £600–£2,500+ depending on plant density and specification. Tree planting often starts around £250–£900 per tree installed. Irrigation systems vary widely, commonly £900–£3,500+ for small to medium gardens.
Most soft landscaping projects in Honor Oak take 1–5 days. A simple turf replacement with basic soil prep can be completed in 1–2 days, while larger schemes with multiple borders, trees, hedging and irrigation may take a week or more. Timescales are affected by access, the amount of excavation and topsoil required, and whether we’re working around existing features you want to keep. Weather can also influence turfing and planting schedules.
In most cases, soft landscaping in London Borough of Lewisham—such as planting, turfing, mulching and adding irrigation—doesn’t require planning permission. However, restrictions can apply if your home is listed, within a conservation area, or if works affect protected trees (Tree Preservation Orders). If you’re near boundaries or changing levels significantly, it’s sensible to check. We flag likely issues early and can advise on what to confirm with the council before work begins.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship-related elements where applicable, such as ground preparation and installation standards. For planting, we source quality stock and install correctly, but living materials are influenced by weather, aftercare and site conditions. We’ll explain watering and maintenance requirements clearly, and we can provide an aftercare plan to improve establishment. If any issues arise that relate to our installation, we’ll inspect promptly and put them right.
We tailor options to your garden’s light, soil and how you want to use the space. Popular choices include hard-wearing turf or premium seed, layered border planting for year-round interest, evergreen hedging for privacy, and specimen trees for structure. Mulch options include composted bark and soil improvers to boost moisture retention. For irrigation, we can install dripline for borders and pop-up sprinklers for lawns. We’ll guide you through plant palettes and maintenance levels before you commit.
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