Soft Landscaping in New Cross designed for busy London gardens and period plots. From fresh lawns to structured borders, we create planting that thrives. Installed neatly, with minimal disruption and a premium finish.
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Whether you’re near New Cross station or walking distance from Goldsmiths University, a well-planted garden makes everyday life calmer and more usable. We deliver lawn installation, border planting and hedging that suit SE14 plots and light levels. Expect tidy lines, healthy soil preparation and planting plans that look good through the seasons. Our team can also add mulching and irrigation to keep maintenance realistic.
New Cross homes often include Victorian terraces, Georgian houses and converted flats, each with different garden constraints. Narrow side access, small courtyards and long rear gardens are common across Deptford and Brockley. We select trees, shrubs and hedges that won’t overwhelm compact spaces, while still adding privacy and structure. For family gardens, we balance lawn areas with robust borders that cope with pets and play.
Every project starts with a site visit to assess drainage, shade, existing soil and how you use the space. We prepare the ground properly—topsoil where needed, correct grading, and thoughtful planting layouts—so the finish lasts. You’ll get clear options, a written scope of works and a clean handover. Homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, careful workmanship and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
We’re used to working in the London Borough of Lewisham, where access can be tight and parking may need planning. Gardens around Telegraph Hill and Deptford Park often vary in sun exposure and drainage, so we adjust topsoil depth, plant choice and irrigation accordingly. For terraces and converted flats, we plan deliveries and waste removal to keep neighbours and shared pathways clear. This is soft landscaping New Cross area homeowners can rely on for a tidy, considerate install.
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Costs vary with garden size, access and how much ground preparation is required. As a guide, lawn installation often starts around £25–£45 per m² depending on turf type and prep. Planting borders with shrubs, hedging and mulch commonly ranges from £800–£3,500+, while adding trees can be £250–£1,200+ each installed. Irrigation systems typically begin around £900–£2,500+ for small to medium gardens.
Most soft landscaping projects take 1–5 days, depending on scope. A straightforward lawn installation can be completed in 1–2 days, while full border planting with soil improvement, mulching and hedging may take 3–7 days. Timescales are influenced by access through terraced properties, the amount of excavation, and whether we’re installing irrigation. Weather can also affect soil handling and turf laying.
Soft landscaping work such as lawns, planting beds, shrubs, hedges and mulching is usually permitted and doesn’t require planning permission. However, there can be rules around protected trees, conservation areas, and works near boundaries. If tree planting or removal is involved, we’ll advise on checks such as Tree Preservation Orders and any council requirements. We can also help you keep planting choices suitable for shared access and neighbouring properties.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for installed elements, covering issues caused by installation errors such as poor ground preparation or incorrect fitting of irrigation components. Living materials like turf, plants and trees are affected by weather and aftercare, so these are covered through clear aftercare guidance and supplier guarantees where applicable. We’ll explain watering, feeding and pruning schedules to help everything establish properly in the first season.
We tailor designs to your garden style and maintenance preferences. Popular options include hardy lawn turf or premium turf blends, evergreen hedging for year-round screening, and layered borders with shrubs, perennials and ornamental grasses. Tree planting can range from compact multi-stems to small specimen trees suited to SE14 plots. We’ll recommend topsoil grades, mulch types (bark or composted) and irrigation layouts based on sun, drainage and how often you’re home to water.
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