Gardens in Morden deserve more than just a quick tidy-up. Whether you're battling clay soil near Morden Park or creating a green oasis in St Helier's compact plots, the right planting makes all the difference.
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Those Victorian terraces around Lower Morden often surprise homeowners with their deceptively long gardens. Clay-heavy soil and waterlogged patches need careful plant selection. Years of working across SM4 have taught us which species thrive here – and which simply won't cope with our particular mix of London clay and suburban shade.
Plant selection starts with understanding your garden's microclimate. North-facing plots behind Morden's 1930s semis require shade-tolerant varieties, whilst south-facing spaces can support Mediterranean herbs and sun-lovers. Soil preparation typically involves breaking up compacted earth, adding organic matter, then selecting plants that'll establish quickly. Lawn installation follows similar principles – proper drainage prevents the soggy patches common in this part of South London.
Local knowledge beats generic advice every time. Having transformed hundreds of gardens between Morden station and St Helier hospital, we've learned exactly which suppliers stock quality turf and where to source mature plants that won't shock in transplanting.
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Most three-bed properties in SM4 require £2,500-£5,000 for comprehensive soft landscaping. Smaller front gardens often come in around £800-£1,200, whilst those longer plots near Morden Park can reach £7,000+ depending on planting density.
Absolutely – from the Beverley Brook borders to Rosehill roundabout. Regular projects throughout SM4 include estates off Central Road, properties backing onto Morden Recreation Ground, plus neighbouring areas like Motspur Park.
Smaller plots typically take 5-7 working days from soil preparation to final planting. Larger schemes involving new lawns and extensive borders usually need 2-3 weeks, weather permitting.
Every planting scheme includes our decade-long establishment guarantee. If plants fail within ten years due to poor selection or planting technique (excluding extreme weather or neglect), we'll replace them free of charge.
Definitely. Strategic planting of moisture-loving species like dogwood and willow helps absorb excess water. Combined with improved soil structure and proper lawn grading, soft landscaping actively reduces those persistent puddles many SM4 gardens suffer from.
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