Those compact Victorian gardens around Tooting Broadway deserve more than just a patch of grass. Soft landscaping transforms tired outdoor spaces into personal sanctuaries, whether you're working with a narrow terrace plot or lucky enough to have one of Furzedown's larger gardens.
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Gardens in SW17 face unique challenges - clay-heavy soil from centuries of London living, shade from neighbouring properties, and the eternal battle between wanting privacy and maximising light. Soft landscaping addresses these issues through clever planting schemes, quality turf installation, and strategic placement of borders and beds. The transformation goes beyond aesthetics; it's about creating functional spaces that work with Tooting's urban environment.
Starting with soil improvement forms the foundation of any successful garden project here. Layer in quality topsoil, incorporate organic matter, then select plants that thrive in London's microclimate. Turf selection matters too - shade-tolerant varieties for north-facing gardens near Tooting Bec Common, harder-wearing options for family homes. Border edging keeps everything crisp whilst mulching reduces maintenance and suppresses those persistent urban weeds.
Twenty years working across South London means understanding exactly which plants survive Tooting's pollution levels and which design approaches suit different property styles. Local knowledge trumps generic solutions every time.
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Budget £3,000-£8,000 for complete soft landscaping of a typical Victorian terrace garden. Smaller courtyard spaces might start from £1,500, whilst those fortunate Furzedown gardens with 100ft+ plots could reach £12,000 for comprehensive planting schemes and premium turf.
Absolutely - from Franciscan Road's period properties to the newer developments off Garratt Lane. Every street in SW17 falls within our regular service area, plus neighbouring patches of SW12 and SW16.
Most Tooting gardens take 3-7 days for complete soft landscaping. Smaller courtyards might be finished within 48 hours, whilst larger projects incorporating mature specimen planting could span two weeks.
All soft landscaping carries our decade-long guarantee. Plants that fail within the first year get replaced free of charge (assuming proper care), whilst our turf installation is warranted against settlement issues for the full ten years.
Definitely - strategic planting combined with soil improvement dramatically improves drainage. Rain-loving plants like Astilbe and Hosta thrive in damper corners, whilst raised beds and proper soil amendment prevent that familiar SW17 winter bog effect.
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