Garden Landscaping

at would your dream garden look like? A tranquil space to unwind, a vibrant hub for entertaining, or a low-maintenance retreat that still feels alive and seasonal?

Whatever you’re picturing, the right garden landscaping can bring it to life. At Bonsai Landscapes, we combine thoughtful design with practical, eco-conscious techniques to create spaces that truly work for you.

Have you searched for ‘landscaping services near me’? You’re in the right place. We offer both hard landscaping and soft landscaping options to suit your garden’s size, layout, and purpose. Our expert team is here to help you shape your vision into a sustainable, beautiful reality.

Call us today on 07477 968735 to book your free consultation.

Landscape Gardeners in Dorset

The Bonsai Landscapes is a family run business based in Dorset with a friendly team of talented designers, gardeners and garden builders. 

Hard Landscaping

If your garden needs a major redesign, a certain amount of hard landscaping will be required. Hard landscaping features include:

Soft Landscaping

Soft landscaping refers to the plants and natural, decorative elements of your garden. The soft landscaping services we can provide include:

• Planting and hedging
• Turfing
• Irrigation systems
• Advice and maintenance recommendations

As we’ve worked in the garden industry for many years, we have a number of contacts in all specialist fields of garden landscaping and design, including ponds, lighting and fabrications. Not only does this mean that your garden will be finished to the highest standard, but you also won’t have the stress of dealing with lots of different contractors and suppliers.

What Is Garden Landscaping?

Garden landscaping is the process of reshaping and enhancing your outdoor space, both functionally and aesthetically. It’s about more than just looks, as effective landscaping improves drainage, increases biodiversity, and adds value to your property.

Whether you want a complete overhaul or just a few key upgrades, landscaping gives structure and purpose to your garden.

There are two main types of landscaping: hard landscaping and soft landscaping. Understanding the difference helps you plan a balanced, cohesive design.

Hard Landscaping

Hard landscaping refers to the solid, structural elements in your garden. These are the foundations that give the space form and usability all year round, with examples including:

• Patios and Pathways
• Decking
• Retaining Walls
• Fencing and Gates
• Raised Beds
• Driveways and Edging

Hard landscaping is crucial for accessibility, zoning, and long-term durability.

Soft Landscaping

Soft landscaping is all about the living, organic elements of your garden. It brings in colour, movement, and seasonal interest, and supports local wildlife, contributing to better air quality. Common soft landscaping features include:

• Trees, Shrubs, and Flower Beds
• Lawn Laying and Turfing
• Hedge Planting and Pruning
• Wildflower Borders
• Mulching and Soil Improvement

This is where your garden comes to life. Whether you want a pollinator-friendly planting scheme or evergreen structure, soft landscaping is key.

A well-designed garden uses both hard and soft landscaping. One provides structure, the other brings life. Together, they create a harmonious, functional outdoor space that reflects your lifestyle and values.

At Bonsai Landscapes, we work with you to strike this balance perfectly, every time.

Why Choose Bonsai Landscapes?

At Bonsai Landscapes, sustainability isn’t an afterthought - it’s central to everything we do. We design and build with the future in mind, using high-quality, ethically sourced materials that are kinder to the planet.

Our fully insured, Dorset-based team is known for being reliable, approachable, and deeply knowledgeable. With decades of experience in transforming outdoor spaces, we bring both creativity and care to every project.

Whether you're planning a complete redesign or a more subtle update, our eco-conscious approach to garden landscaping ensures results that are as enduring as they are beautiful.

Our Garden Landscaping Process

1. Initial Consultation

We begin with a friendly chat to understand your vision, needs, and budget. This is your chance to tell us what you love and what you want to change.

2. Site Assessment & Quote

Next, we visit your garden to assess layout, access, and any site-specific challenges. We provide a clear, no-obligation quote tailored to your goals.

3. Garden Design Planning

Once approved, we create a custom design that blends form with function, incorporating both hard and soft landscaping where appropriate.

4. Project Delivery & Installation

Our experienced team carries out the build with care and attention to detail. We stay in touch throughout to ensure everything is running smoothly.

5. Aftercare & Ongoing Maintenance

Your new garden deserves proper care. We offer maintenance services to keep it thriving and beautiful for the long term.

Let’s bring your garden landscaping vision to life with a process that’s collaborative, thoughtful, and completely bespoke.

Landscaping and Beyond

Once we have completed work on your beautiful garden, we can also offer advice and maintenance services to help you care for your new plants. If you don’t have the time to keep your perfectly landscaped garden looking its best, we’re here to help. Our full garden maintenance service includes pruning shrubs and small trees, planting, mulching, feeding, edging, moving, jet washing, leaf blowing, and general tidying. 

The Bonsai Landscapes team has worked in some of the country’s finest gardens and has been a part of several award-winning garden designs, including at the Chelsea Flower Show. To benefit from our unrivalled skill and experience, and transform your garden into your very own paradise, get in touch today to arrange your free design survey and quotation.

Simply call us on 07477 968735 or pop us a message via our online contact form. 

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