Landscaping From the Ground Up

At J R Franklin Landscapes, we offer a comprehensive range of landscaping services, covering everything from the initial groundworks and construction through to planting, garden maintenance and the finishing touches.

Whether you are looking to completely transform your garden, improve a particular area or keep an established garden looking its best, we combine practical experience, horticultural knowledge and meticulous attention to detail to create outdoor spaces that look great and work for the way you want to use them.


Groundworks & Preparation

A well-built garden starts with the right preparation.

From clearing and preparing existing areas through to excavation, levelling, drainage and ground preparation, we take care to establish a solid foundation for the landscaping work that follows.

Good preparation may not always be the most visible part of a project, but it is one of the most important. Getting the groundwork right helps ensure that the finished landscape is stable, practical and built to last.


A construction site outdoors with an excavated hole, construction tools, and pipes, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Patios & Paving

A patio can become one of the most important spaces in a garden — somewhere to relax, entertain and enjoy the outdoors.

We install patios and paved areas with careful consideration given to layout, materials, levels, drainage and the surrounding landscape. Whether you are looking for a traditional, contemporary or more natural finish, we focus on creating a space that feels like a natural part of the garden.

We pay particular attention to the finishing details, from accurate cuts and consistent jointing to the way the paving meets surrounding lawns, planting and other features.

A backyard patio with multicolored stone tiles, a yellow wooden fence on the left, a small patch of dark soil with a bush on the upper right, and a shadow cast across part of the tiled floor.

Fencing & Boundaries

Fencing is both practical and visual, helping to define your garden while providing privacy, security and structure.

We undertake a range of fencing projects, from replacing existing boundaries to creating completely new sections of fencing and gates. We take care to ensure that posts, panels, levels and finishes are all installed accurately, creating a boundary that is both functional and neatly finished.


A newly constructed wooden fence with vertical planks and a brick wall base, adjacent to a brick house with a thatched roof and chimneys, under a clear blue sky with some clouds.

Planting & Soft Landscaping

Plants are often what bring a landscape to life.

With a background in horticulture, we have a particular appreciation for the importance of thoughtful planting. We can help create planting schemes that complement the style of your garden while considering colour, texture, seasonal interest, scale and the conditions of the site.

From individual planting areas to larger-scale soft landscaping, we take care to give every plant the right start and every planting scheme the attention it deserves.


A lush garden with various green plants, bushes, and trees under a clear blue sky. A brick wall with moss on top and a well-manicured grass lawn in the foreground.

Lawns & Turfing

A well-finished lawn can transform the appearance of a garden and provide a versatile space for enjoying the outdoors.

We undertake lawn preparation and turfing, paying close attention to ground preparation, levels and finishing. The quality of the preparation underneath the turf is just as important as the turf itself, which is why we take the time to get the foundations right.


A well-maintained garden with a grassy lawn, gravel pathways, neatly trimmed hedges, and large trees. In the background, a brick house and parked cars are visible, with a partly cloudy sky overhead.

Garden Structures & Pergolas

Garden structures can add both character and functionality to an outdoor space, creating features that can be enjoyed throughout the year.

We can construct and incorporate features such as pergolas, sheds, greenhouses, fencing and other garden structures, carefully considering how they fit into the wider landscape.

A pergola, for example, can create a defined area for seating and entertaining while adding height, structure and architectural interest to a garden. We pay close attention to proportions, positioning and finishing details to ensure that each structure feels considered and integrated rather than simply added to the garden.


Outdoor patio with black table and chairs, wooden pergola frame, wooden fence, potted plants, lush green hedge, and blue sky.

Garden Maintenance

A beautifully landscaped garden deserves to be maintained properly.

We provide garden maintenance services to help keep outdoor spaces healthy, tidy and looking their best throughout the year. This can include regular maintenance of lawns, borders, hedges, plants and other landscaped areas, with the level of care tailored to suit your garden and requirements.

Our horticultural background means that maintenance is not simply about keeping a garden tidy. We understand the importance of caring for plants at the right time of year, encouraging healthy growth and maintaining the overall appearance and structure of the garden.

Whether you require regular ongoing maintenance or help bringing an established garden back under control, we can provide a reliable and professional service.


A backyard garden with three leafless trees, a hedge with brown leaves, and green grass in the foreground. A wooden garden structure is seen among the trees, and houses are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Irrigation

The right amount of water at the right time can make a significant difference to the health of a garden.

We provide garden irrigation solutions designed to help keep lawns, borders, planting and other landscaped areas properly watered while reducing the need for manual watering.

We consider the individual requirements of your garden when planning an irrigation system, taking into account the different needs of lawns, planting areas and other features.

A well-designed irrigation system can make garden maintenance easier while helping plants establish and thrive, particularly during warmer and drier periods.


A trench dug in the ground with blue piping and a black plastic conduit installed, surrounded by dirt and grass.

Complete Garden Transformations

For clients looking for a more comprehensive change, we can bring multiple aspects of landscaping together as part of a complete garden transformation.

This might include groundworks, paving, fencing, lawn areas, planting, irrigation, garden structures and additional features, taking a garden from its initial preparation through to the finished landscape.

By bringing these elements together, we can create a cohesive result where the hard and soft landscaping complement one another.


Driveways

We install and renovate driveways, creating practical and attractive entrances that complement your property.

From the initial ground preparation through to the final finish, we take care with every stage of the process to ensure a quality, long-lasting result.

A backyard area with a gravel surface, bordered by a small paved section at the front. The yard is enclosed with wooden and wire fencing. There is a white house with grey window frames and a grey roof in the background, surrounded by lush green trees and bushes.

Ponds

We create and install ponds that add interest, character and a natural feel to your garden.

From the initial preparation through to the finishing touches, we take care to create a pond that fits naturally into its surroundings and complements the wider landscape.