Landscaping in Canterbury , Kent

In most cases, you don't need planning permission for garden work or patios. For driveways, the rules changed a few years ago to help prevent flooding. If your new driveway is made of a permeable material like resin or certain types of block paving, you are usually fine. If you want a non-permeable surface like tarmac, we just need to make sure the water drains into a flower bed or a soakaway on your own land. We can check all this for you during our first visit to make sure everything follows the rules.

It really depends on how you use your garden. Real turf is lovely, smells great, and is better for local wildlife. However, it needs regular mowing and can get muddy in the winter, especially if you have dogs or kids. Artificial grass has come a long way in recent years; it looks very realistic and stays green all year round with almost no maintenance. If you have a shaded garden where grass struggles to grow, or you just want to get rid of the lawnmower, artificial is a brilliant choice.

For most homes in Canterbury, timber feather edge fencing is the go-to option. It is strong, looks traditional, and provides total privacy. To make it last as long as possible, we recommend using concrete posts and gravel boards. This stops the wooden panels from sitting in damp soil, which prevents rot. If you live in a particularly windy spot, we can suggest styles that allow a bit of airflow while still keeping your garden secure.

A complete transformation, including a new patio, fencing, and turfing, typically takes between one and two weeks depending on the size of the space and the weather. We work straight through from start to finish to keep the disruption to your daily life as low as possible. We will give you a clear timeline before we start so you know exactly when you can start planning your first garden party.

Absolutely. Many of our customers know they want a change but aren't quite sure what will work best. We can show you examples of previous projects we’ve finished in the Canterbury area to give you some inspiration. We look at things like where the sun hits your garden, how much maintenance you want to do, and your budget to help create a design that works for your lifestyle.