Urban Greening for BIDs

We consider soil type, sunlight, maintenance needs and biodiversity goals when selecting plants to ensure visual appeal and long-term success.

Yes, you can add your own planters or paint our planters and add your own plants. You will be providing your own seating, tables and even parasols as long as you remove them and store them inside outside of business hours.

Yes, large scale planters and seating support this. If you’re interested in transforming parking spaces into usable public areas, you can also take a look at our parklets.

Yes. Our scalable, modular approach means elements can be configured or customised to create furniture tailored to specific public spaces, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.

Our standard ranges include six flexible, modular varieties – Tulipa, Muscari, Allium, Galanthus, Crocus and Scilla – each designed to be adapted to different spaces and project requirements. Explore our ranges for more detail.

Our street furniture ranges are suitable for a wide variety of settings, including public spaces,  high streets, parks, school environments and commercial developments. Each installation is designed to suit the specific needs of its location. 

They are designed for a wide range of users including commuters, residents, students and visitors – encouraging walking, cycling and public transport use.

Street furniture refers to the fixed and semi-fixed elements found in public spaces such as seating, planters, cycle parking and similar features. It shapes how comfortable, accessible and enjoyable a street or public area feels, and plays a key role in encouraging people to spend time outdoors.

Yes, they improve biodiversity, support pollinators, cool the urban environment and manage rainfall – all key elements of local climate resilience strategies.

Yes – many of our nature gardens include rain gardens or permeable areas to manage runoff and reduce local flood risk.

A living wall – also called a green wall, plant wall, or vertical garden – is a vertical structure covered with living plants, providing a sustainable and creative way to bring nature into urban spaces.

Parklets offer several advantages for businesses located in the vicinity. By creating attractive and inviting public spaces, parklets draw foot traffic, thereby increasing the visibility of local businesses. The presence of parklets can enhance the overall atmosphere of the high streets, making them more appealing to potential customers. Additionally, the provision of seating and tables in the parklets encourages people to spend more time in the area, leading to higher customer engagement and potential sales. Parklets also contribute to a sense of community, fostering a positive relationship between businesses and local residents.

Yes, we can work with existing designs, collaborate with your team, or offer a full service tailored to your space.

We work across public realm, commercial and community spaces, including streetsides, schools and green infrastructure projects.

Landscaping can increase biodiversity, reduce surface water runoff, improve air quality and create spaces that are more attractive, welcoming and usable for people.

Soft landscaping focuses on living elements like planting, trees and turf. Hard landscaping includes structural features such as paving, edging and decking.

The business is responsible for the parklet repairs which can be carried out by the owners own contractors or the original supplier, Meristem Design.

Yes there is planters or a steel balustrade on the roadside of the parklet.

Yes, Meristem can remove parklets with 8 weeks notice.

Yes – by activating previously neglected spaces, pocket parks deter fly-tipping and antisocial use while fostering a sense of local pride and community ownership.

Green screens and traditional fencing solutions serve different purposes but can overlap in functionality. While traditional fences are primarily designed for privacy and security, green screens also offer these features but add aesthetic value, environmental benefits like improved air quality, and support for local biodiversity. Green screens are visually pleasing, creating a softer, more natural boundary compared to the often stark appearance of traditional fencing.

Urban greening is a potent weapon against the escalating threats of climate change. Green spaces, including trees and vegetation, act as carbon sinks, absorbing and storing harmful CO2 emissions. They also combat the urban heat island effect by providing shade and cooling through evapotranspiration. Moreover, green spaces play a role in filtering air pollutants and improving overall air quality. These combined benefits not only make cities more liveable but also contribute to global efforts to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. Projects like Richmond Road Pocket Park showcase the transformative power of urban greening, highlighting its crucial role in creating sustainable and resilient urban environments.

Community planting is more than just greening an area: it’s about uniting people for a common cause. When communities come together to plant, they create shared spaces that foster a sense of pride and collective ownership. This not only enhances the beauty and biodiversity of the area but also promotes community bonding and cooperation. Additionally, community planting events are educational, allowing participants to learn more about local flora, sustainable practices, and the importance of urban ecology. Richmond Road Pocket Park exemplifies these benefits, where resident involvement has been instrumental in shaping its success.

Urban greening helps reduce urban heat, manage rainwater runoff, improve air quality, and support biodiversity. Sustainable solutions, like SuDS planters, also contribute to eco-friendly water management.