Annual Grounds Maintenance Programme
We provide a planned budget and responsive grounds maintenance service to ensure all landscaped areas remain safe, compliant, functional, and presentable throughout the year.
Services delivered in accordance with best horticultural practice, seasonal requirements, site-specific risk assessments, and health & safety legislation.
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January
Carry out winter pruning of trees and shrubs in accordance with arboricultural best practice.
Remove accumulated leaves from lawns, paths, car parks, and access routes.
Inspect trees for storm damage and identify any safety hazards.
Maintain hard surfaces, including moss and algae control where required.
Provide winter safety support including access checks and reactive works.

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February
Continue programmed winter pruning operations.
Complete hedge reductions prior to the bird nesting season, where permitted.
Apply mulching to shrub beds to improve soil condition and suppress weeds.
Inspect turf areas and prepare for spring renovation works.

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March
Undertake spring lawn renovation works, including scarification and aeration as specified.
Commence grass cutting programme subject to growth conditions.
Apply weed control measures to beds and hard surfaces.
Carry out planting of shrubs and seasonal displays as required.

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April
Increase frequency of grass cutting in line with seasonal growth.
Apply fertilisers to lawns and landscaped areas as specified.
Trim hedges where permissible.
Inspect irrigation systems and water management infrastructure.

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May
Maintain high presentation standards through regular mowing, edging, and strimming.
Control weeds across all landscaped and hard surface areas.
Maintain shrub beds, borders, and ornamental planting.
Inspect communal green spaces and high-use areas.

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June
Continue grass cutting and grounds maintenance in accordance with agreed schedules.
Trim and shape hedges to maintain safe sightlines and neat appearance.
Maintain seasonal planting and landscaped areas.
Monitor and report pest or disease issues.

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July
Deliver intensive summer maintenance, including frequent mowing and strimming.
Manage irrigation during dry weather periods.
Prune shrubs following flowering cycles.
Carry out litter picking and presentation checks.

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August
Continue routine grounds maintenance operations.
Undertake hedge trimming and border maintenance.
Apply weed control to car parks, pathways, and access routes.
Prepare sites for autumn planting programmes.

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September
Implement autumn lawn treatments, including feeding and aeration where required.
Commence leaf clearance operations.
Inspect trees and identify works required ahead of winter.
Carry out seasonal planting and bulb installation.

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October
Undertake regular leaf clearance to maintain safe access routes.
Complete final hedge trimming operations prior to winter.
Reduce grass cutting frequency in line with growth rates.
Tidy shrub beds and apply mulch as specified.

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November
Continue leaf clearance across all landscaped and hard surface areas.
Carry out winter planting of trees and shrubs.
Undertake lawn repairs and overseeding where required.
Prepare sites for winter conditions and reduced daylight operations.

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December
Conduct safety inspections of trees, pathways, and external areas.
Carry out winter pruning where appropriate.
Maintain hard standings, paths, and communal areas.
Review performance and prepare maintenance plans for the following year.

Environmentally green & silent.
Using professional battery operated machinery for a greener more silent outdoor environment.
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Contact us.
If you’re looking for expert communal garden maintenance, get in touch with Gardentime today. We offer free consultations to discuss your requirements and provide a tailored maintenance plan.
Serving London and surrounding areas
daniel@gardentimeuk.com
020 8449 3525
Registered Office Address
Works Unit, 9 Labby Green Close
Cole Green
HERTFORD
SG14 2FY

