Landscaping

Landscaping and garden construction have long been cherished traditions, reflecting a deep appreciation for nature and its beauty.

With a temperate climate and diverse geography, the UK offers a myriad of opportunities for creating stunning outdoor spaces that cater to different tastes and needs.

Landscaping is more than just planting a few flowers; it's an art form that combines aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. Our skilled team work together to transform and design outdoor areas into serene retreats or vibrant entertainment spaces. From classic English gardens with neatly manicured lawns, elegant water features, and colorful flower borders to contemporary designs featuring clean lines, native plantings, and eco-friendly elements, there is a landscaping style for every preference.

One of the challenges in garden construction is making the most of limited space, especially in urban areas where gardens may be small. However, this has led to the rise of vertical gardens, green walls, and rooftop gardens, bringing nature to unexpected places.

Sustainability is a key focus in modern garden construction. In our planting scheme, we can opt for low-maintenance and drought-resistant plants, rainwater harvesting systems, and eco-friendly materials for paving and structures. Additionally, wildlife-friendly gardens have become increasingly popular, providing a habitat for bees, butterflies, and birds, which are vital for maintaining the delicate balance of the local ecosystem.

Garden landscaping is not just about aesthetics and environmental considerations. Gardens are also designed as functional spaces for recreation, relaxation, and socialising. Patios, seating areas, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens can be integrated into your garden design, encouraging you to spend more time outdoors and connect with nature.

Whether creating an intimate urban oasis or a sprawling country estate, our focus will remain on harmoniously merging the beauty of nature with the practicality of your needs. Our well-crafted gardens not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of properties but also contribute to the well-being of our clients and the environment you inhabit.

Our Process

RDC Landscapes offer a versatile service – we design, build and maintain gardens. We therefore tailor our service to meet your needs.

For reference, the process we follow from the first point of customer contact through to the completion of a garden build is detailed on this page.

On receipt of the initial customer contact, usually by telephone or email, RDC will take basic details of requirements and book for Ricky to visit the customer’s home.

During the first visit, Ricky will view the garden and discuss requirements in more detail. (depending on size and requirements, it may be possible to survey the garden during the first visit)

If required, we will book a return visit for Ricky and the team to survey the garden (a survey is required to enable us to design gardens to scale and to quantify for materials) (survey fees will be confirmed at time of booking).

If a design is required, RDC will confirm fees in advance and provide a design within the following timescales:
• Small Garden – 14 days
• Large Garden – 14-21 days

Once the design idea is agreed, RDC will provide a quotation within the following timescales:
• Small Garden - 7-14 days
• Large Garden - 14-21 days

Once the quotation is agreed, RDC will confirm a mutually agreeable date to start the build.

Payment is usually made in stage payments with an initial payment due once the start date is agreed, followed by staggered payments throughout the build and a final payment on completion of the works.

Ricky is on site throughout the build and therefore can provide daily updates on progress or we can arrange regular meetings to provide updates.

If the design specification is changed during the build, it may result in a change in the total cost. Any changes suggested by the customer or RDC will therefore be discussed, agreed and confirmed in writing.

Maintenance advice will be provided at the end of each project. We are happy to provide ongoing advice on any garden built by RDC.

RDC can be employed to provide seasonal maintenance to keep gardens looking at their best.