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Good morning everyone, We recently moved into an older house in Pta East with an established but neglected garden. I would like to neaten and uplift the current beds and lawn. Very simple and basic, nothing extravagant. I have a limited budget and would like to get quotes to see if the project could be feasible. I will attach photos for every point listed below: 1. 2 x previous fish ponds to be filled up and changed into plant beds. I'm thinking "varkore" 2. "Facelift" lawn in back garden. 3. Neaten existing plant bed and plant something like star jasmine as ground cover. 4. Neaten and level existing plant bed and perhaps replant existing clivias.
Looking to install a small splash pool and outdoor seating area with like a fire pit or gas fire place. And I would like plants and pool feature incorporated into the design. Currently injust have a blank space in my back yard with lawn. The space is not very big so need a reputable company that can advise and create a visual design so that I can see what the final outcome would look like. I've attached some ideas of what im kind of looking for.
We have a small sloped garden with a splash pool (level on one corner, above ground everywhere else). It is in the corner of our yard, but about 2m from the wall, i.e. in between there is a little space for perhaps a little entertainment area or benches. The paving of the pool is terrible, and way too big. I would like to keep the look of the small pool, and have the surroundings be functional, either for lounging or entertaining. Little steps to access the pool, etc. When we installed it, we just looked at where there is space, but it is not functional right now. Difficult to access, the sides of the paving is slanted, takes up unnecessary space. I am attaching looks that I like, as well as a current picture of the pool area.
I am wanting a deck, boxed trees behind and ideas for a high wall . Sloping lawns to lift the Indigenous plants high to afford a view over distant mountains. An extension from my patio to give an indoor/ outdoor living area.....an optical illusion of space? I'm looking for someone with experience, who can draw a plan and execute it for us?
We have an area under a tree where grass does not want to grow. It throws it leaves off in winter. Now my husband leaves those leaves there to cover the ground. I think to cover the area with little klippies or immitation grass can be a solution. It is just this area where I would like advice. It is difficult to give dimensions
2. Service Requirements • Contractors are required to carry out the following: • Lawn maintenance: mowing, edging, trimming • Garden care: pruning shrubs/trees, weeding, watering as needed • Weed killer application - safe, eco-compliant treatment around lawns, beds, and paved areas • Cleaning of driveways, parking, and paved surfaces • Collection and removal of garden waste and litter • Maintain grounds in a clean, safe, presentable condition
I have a few slabs/pavers I just set down in my small garden, to see what it would look like. There is also a small area I'd like to cover with artificial grass. I would like to get a quote for someone to assist with the correct laying of the pavers,, and have the small area of artificial grass installed.
Good day Please quote us on provision of gardening services for Grabouw Office. The contract is for a period of three (3) years with the option to renew for two (2) years based on performance.Services must adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of . NB//Gardening services is a requirement for the upkeep of our flower beds and the maintenance of the premises outside the building. Bidders will be required to provide appropriate labour, machinery, tools and materials to ensure high quality maintenance of existing garden. In cases of office relocation within Grabouw during the contract period, the service provider will be required to provide services at the new office. The service provider will have to attend the site during the day between 08H00 - 16H00 as and when required. The successful supplier must service the Grabouw office once a month or as and when required depending on the need
1.Daily gardening and Landscaping Duties main offices -Control grass and weeds on the area of offices -Remove weeds on the flowbeds/paving -Sweeping and cleaning of garden paths,walkways -Removeval of litter,dead plants and garden debris 2. Quortely Grass cutting: Workshop and plant surface . Manual removal of weeds from garden beds,paved areas,and lawns . cutting of grass .Remove allien and invasive plant using approved herbicides in complience with environmental regulations Brush cutting and Lawnmowermachines,spades,Falks,and handtools,with garden ssizers or triming of trees Labour,transport,medicals,induction,machine operators included
The project involves the redevelopment of the former Amogela Mall, located on Mooi Street in the Welkom CBD, Free State, into the Welkom Luxury Mall — a modern, high-end commercial centre aimed at revitalising the surrounding urban area. Current Situation: The existing mall structure is partly deteriorated and surrounded by hard-paved and neglected open areas. There is minimal existing greenery, poor drainage, and limited pedestrian-friendly features. The site requires both rehabilitation and new landscaping to enhance its visual appeal, improve stormwater management, and create a welcoming atmosphere for shoppers. Design Vision and Style Preferences: The landscaping design should complement the mall’s modern luxury architectural style, using low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants suitable for the Free State climate. The client prefers a clean, contemporary aesthetic that includes: Paved pedestrian walkways with integrated seating. Green pockets and planters near entrances and parking areas. Shaded areas with trees or pergolas to enhance comfort. Energy-efficient outdoor lighting for safety and ambience. Feature landscaping around the main entrances and signage zones. Integration of stormwater-friendly features, such as grassed channels or permeable paving, to reduce flooding risks. Project Scale: Approximate total site area: ±16, m² of building footprint with surrounding parking and open spaces. Basement and surface parking with landscaped islands. Landscaping expected mainly in external open areas, pedestrian zones, and mall frontage. Objective: To create an attractive, safe, and environmentally sustainable outdoor environment that enhances the luxury image of the new Welkom Luxury Mall while improving pedestrian flow and user experience.