Soft Landscaping in Shortlands that makes your garden feel established from day one. From lush lawns and layered borders to trees, hedging and irrigation, we deliver a planted scheme that lasts.
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A well-planned planting scheme can transform a garden’s look and how you use it. We deliver lawn installation, border planting, hedging, mulching and irrigation tailored to BR2 homes. Whether you’re close to Shortlands station or near Shortlands Golf Club, we create gardens that feel calm, structured and easy to maintain. Expect crisp edges, healthy soil and planting that suits light levels and aspect.
Shortlands is known for large Edwardian houses, Victorian villas and well-proportioned 1930s properties, often with generous rear gardens and mature boundaries. We regularly work with long borders, shaded side returns and sloping lawns common around Bromley and Beckenham. Our soft landscaping shortlands area service focuses on planting that complements period features while keeping maintenance realistic. The result is a garden that looks intentional in every season, not just in summer.
We start with a site visit to assess drainage, sun patterns, existing plants and soil condition, then propose a clear plan and schedule. Preparation is everything: we install quality topsoil where needed, improve structure with mulches, and set plants at the right depth for strong establishment. Our team works tidily, communicates clearly, and protects paving and access routes throughout. Homeowners choose us for reliable workmanship, consistent aftercare advice and a finish that holds up year after year.
Gardens in the London Borough of Bromley often have mixed ground conditions, from compacted clay pockets to free-draining areas, so we adjust topsoil depth and mulching accordingly. Access can be tight on some residential roads near BR2, so we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. Where mature trees create shade, we select resilient shrubs and groundcover that won’t struggle. We also consider boundary planting and root zones to protect existing structures and paving.
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Costs vary with garden size, access, and how much ground preparation is required. As a guide, lawn installation commonly starts from £25–£45 per m² depending on preparation and turf type. Border planting can range from £600–£2,500+ for design, plants and installation, while hedging and tree planting typically add £250–£1,500+ depending on species and sizes. We provide a detailed, itemised quotation after a site visit.
Most soft landscaping projects in Shortlands take 1–5 days, depending on the scope. A straightforward lawn installation may be completed in 1–2 days, while larger schemes with multiple borders, trees, hedging, topsoil and irrigation often take 3–7 days. Timescales are influenced by access, waste removal, weather, and how much soil improvement or regrading is needed. We’ll confirm a clear programme before starting.
Soft landscaping such as lawns, planting, mulching and most irrigation is usually permitted and doesn’t require planning permission. However, there are exceptions, including work affecting protected trees, conservation areas, or boundary changes that may trigger rules. If a Tree Preservation Order applies, you may need consent before pruning or removal. We check constraints, advise on likely requirements, and can help you approach the London Borough of Bromley where needed.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship where applicable, covering installation standards such as levels, edging, and correct construction of beds and irrigation pipework. Plants are living materials, so their success depends on season, weather and aftercare; we’ll specify plant guarantees clearly in your quote and provide care guidance. If an issue relates to installation, we’ll return to inspect and put it right promptly.
We tailor options to your garden style and maintenance preferences. Popular choices include hard-wearing turf or premium ornamental lawns, mixed shrub borders with perennials and grasses, evergreen structure planting, and hedging for privacy. We can add topsoil to improve fertility, apply bark or composted mulches, and install drip or pop-up irrigation to suit planting zones. We’ll recommend plant palettes that match your light levels, soil and desired look.
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