Regular garden maintenance, carefully planned
Alder & Green provides planned garden maintenance for South West London homes. We work to a clear rhythm — regular visits, care that adjusts to your garden, priorities that shift with the seasons.
What regular maintenance includes
Every garden is different, but regular maintenance usually combines lawn care, planted area upkeep, pruning, tidying and presentation work. The exact focus changes according to the garden, the season and the agreed care plan.
Lawn care
Regular lawn care helps keep grass neat, controlled and presentable as part of the wider garden.
- Mowing
- Edging
- Lawn presentation
- Seasonal lawn attention
Borders and planting
Planted areas are kept tidy, cared for and easier to manage through regular attention.
- Weeding
- Border tidying
- Plant care
- Planting support where appropriate
Pruning and shaping
Shrubs, hedges and climbers are maintained with careful shaping to support structure and appearance.
- Shrub pruning
- Hedge trimming
- Climber management
- Removing dead or untidy growth
Seasonal garden tidying
Seasonal tasks help keep the garden under control as growth, weather and leaf fall change through the year.
- Leaf clearance
- Cutting back
- Spring refreshes
- Winter preparation
Garden presentation and upkeep
The overall finish matters. Regular visits help keep paths, beds, edges and visible areas looking orderly and cared for.
- Path and patio tidying
- Keeping beds orderly
- General garden presentation
- Clean, cared-for appearance after visits
Green waste handling
Green waste can be gathered, bagged, organised or handled as agreed, helping the garden stay tidy after maintenance work.
- Gathering green waste
- Bagging or organising waste
- Arranging handling where agreed
- Leaving the garden tidy after work
Year-round care, adjusted by season
A well-maintained garden needs different attention at different times of year. The aim remains consistent: keeping the garden healthy, tidy and presentable through changing growth, weather and seasonal conditions.
Spring
Growth picks up fast in spring. We focus on refreshing beds, getting the lawn back in shape and clearing away what winter left behind.
Summer
Peak growing season means more frequent attention. Regular mowing, edging and border upkeep keep the garden looking its best.
Autumn
Leaf fall, cutting back and getting the garden ready for winter. Autumn visits help the garden finish the year in good order.
Winter
Growth slows, but the garden still needs attention. We focus on structure, light pruning and keeping things tidy through the quieter months.
How we work
Here is how we approach the practical side of maintenance — from the first plan to the finish of each visit.
Trained garden care
We know our plants. Our gardeners bring practical training and hands-on experience to every garden, whatever its size or condition.
Careful, tidy work
We leave the garden tidy after every visit — edges clean, beds orderly, clippings cleared. The work should show.
Clear communication
You will know what is planned, when we are coming and what we have done. No guessing, no surprises.
Respect for your property
We are mindful of access, noise, shared spaces and how we work around the day-to-day routines of your household.
Choose the right care plan for your garden
Essential Care, Regular Care and Signature Care provide different levels of ongoing maintenance, depending on the size, condition and complexity of your garden. View the plans for more detail, or request a callback to discuss which level of care is most suitable.