Landscaping & garden construction in the Waikato
Soft landscaping first: soil, structure and planting that will still look good in ten years. Then the paths, edging and stone that hold it all together.
The problem we solve
Gardens, planting, edging, paths and new lawns, built properly.
A new garden that fails in its first summer usually failed before it was planted: compacted clay, no drainage, plants set too deep or too close, and no plan for water. We see it on new builds around Morrinsville and Matamata every year.
Our approach starts underground. We prepare the soil properly, sort out drainage where it's needed, choose plants that suit the site, and plant them the right way at the right time of year. Then we add the structure that keeps a garden looking cared for: clean edging, a path that goes where you walk, mulch and stone that suppress weeds and hold moisture.
KLG is a horticulture-led team moving into more hard landscaping. Planting, garden beds and lawns are our core; paving, steps and decorative stone come as part of the same job, so you deal with one crew from bare section to finished garden.
What's included
- Soil preparation, garden mix and drainage
- New garden beds and border planting
- Native and bird-friendly planting zones
- Tree and shrub planting with staking and mulch
- Garden edging: timber, corten steel and other options
- Gravel paths, pebbles and decorative stone
- Paving and steps as part of a garden project
- New lawns: preparation, turf or seed, and establishment
- Garden bed reshaping and overgrown garden reclamation
- Machinery on site: mini excavator, compact tractor and tracked dumper
How it works
What happens when you get in touch
- 1
Site visit and quote
We look at the section, talk through what you want and give you a clear quote, or a design first if the project needs one.
- 2
Preparation
Clearing, shaping, soil improvement and drainage. This is where most of the long-term result is decided.
- 3
Structure and planting
Edging, paths and stone go in, then the planting: right plant, right place, right depth, mulched and staked.
- 4
Establishment
We'll tell you exactly how to water and care for the new garden, or our maintenance team can look after it through its first seasons.
New lawns
A good lawn is mostly what's underneath it. We prepare the base, deal with clay and drainage, bring in lawn mix where it's needed and level properly, then lay turf or sow seed to suit the property and the season. We recently laid new turf on a commercial frontage in Morrinsville, taking it from bare ground to a finished lawn in a day.
For lifestyle blocks and rural properties we'll recommend hard-wearing grass types and a realistic establishment plan for a Waikato summer.
Materials we work with
We source landscaping materials locally, including decorative stone such as Waikato Fleck, Mangatangi Gold and river pebbles, timber and corten steel edging, and paving. We'll talk you through what suits your garden, your planting and your maintenance level.
Our work
Landscaping: recent jobs
Real KLG work. Tap any image to view it larger.
Clients
What clients say
“We've used Alton and Kerepark Lawns and Gardens since we moved into our house five years ago. Our section always looks great due to the excellent job Alton does. Alton provides high quality and knowledgeable service and always does so with a smile. If you want your place to look great, I'd highly recommend Alton.”
“We have used Alton from Kerepark Lawns and Gardens for the last 5 years to take care of our gardens and hedges. He does an excellent job and always goes above and beyond. Couldn't recommend him more. His quality is the best.”
FAQ
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