Landscaper

Would you like to redesign or create a new garden? Landscape gardeners are responsible for garden construction (structural and civil engineering). However, gardeners not only construct gardens, but also carry out general work such as tree, hedge and lawn care. And a gardening company provides “gardening first aid”, for instance if a tree has to be cut down after a storm. Gardening businesses generally offer the following services:

• Garden design (garden planning)

• General garden jobs (garden lighting, constructions)

• Garden care and maintenance (e.g. tree care)

• Pond construction

• Pool construction

• Snow clearance and gritting

If major gardening projects are on the agenda – such as the construction of a pond, replanting with native plants or terracing – your garden will be in safe hands with a gardening business or landscape gardener, as work not carried out properly, such as an incorrectly sealed garden pond, can entail expensive follow-up costs. You should also consult a landscape gardener or master gardener for advice when planting native trees and for other major planting projects.

The costs of new gardens vary greatly depending on the number of square metres, terrain, choice of plants and necessary civil and structural engineering work. The accessibility of the garden for diggers and the like also has an impact on the garden construction costs. Typical cost factors include the following:

• How large is the site?

• Does the terrain need to be altered (e.g. terracing of slopes)?

• Which walls, fences and paths are envisaged?

• What materials will they consist of (e.g. natural stone, concrete)?

• Which trees, hedges, shrubs and other plants are planned?

• Is a garden pond on the wish list?

• Is a swimming pond or pool to be laid out?

• Are other constructions such as fountains or summerhouses planned?

A small garden without civil and structural engineering or pool/pond construction can generally be had from CHF 5000. The costs of regular or one-off garden assistance are based on the outlay. Obtaining an offer from the gardening company of your choice will give you a better idea.

Looking for a gardener in the Basel, Berne, Aargau, St. Gallen or Zurich region? Gardening businesses can be found in all regions of Switzerland. Finding a gardener near you offers the advantage of short transport distances (construction equipment, plants). He will also be familiar with the local conditions such as the microclimate and soil conditions, which is particularly advantageous when choosing plants.