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Plant maintenance for outdoor and indoor green spaces

We provide extensive plant after care and maintenance to suit your site.
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Horticultural maintenance

We provide extensive plant aftercare and maintenance to suit your site - from public realm landscapes to office interiors and private gardens.

Tailored to the unique needs of your project, our passionate and experienced horticultural team delivers specialised plant care from a one-off visit to a fully customised schedule.

Working with local authorities, BIDs, educational institutions, commercial businesses and homeowners, Meristem Design will provide extensive after care to suit your green space. 

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What type of plant maintenance are you looking for?

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Landscape Maintenance

Ongoing care for public realm sites such as rain gardens, SuDS planters, parklets, street furniture & other public green infrastructure.

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Commercial Plant Care

Aftercare for offices, businesses and other commercial spaces including living walls, terraces and rooftop gardens.

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Home & Garden Plant Care

Plant maintenance for residential gardens, terraces, green walls, balconies and indoor planting, tailored to your home.

Benefits of plant maintenance

From rain gardens through to offices, no matter the project your green space will receive expert care and maintenance from our team to ensure that the site is thriving and flourishing.
Eco-friendly services
We are dedicated to using sustainable practices in all our maintenance routines, including our fleet of electric vans.
Tailored maintenance plan
We’ll implement a personalised and comprehensive plant care plan to meet your green space needs.
Contributing to healthy spaces
Whether it’s your home, workplace, business or a public area, keeping sites functional and thriving helps create greener and cleaner spaces for people to enjoy.
Quality impact
Providing the necessary upkeep and maintenance to green spaces helps improve biodiversity and strengthens the longevity of your project.

Case studies

Chelsea Garden and Living Wall

Kenilworth Green Nature Garden in Merton

St Mary's School, Brooke Road Rain Gardens

Merton Rain Gardens

Kennington Oval Street Furniture

Forest Road Rain Gardens

Esther Road Rain Gardens

eOffice

Miro Office

Farringdon Station Planters

Clerkenwell Green

New Oxford Street

Perth Road Nature Garden

Phoenix Road planters

Lambeth Rain Gardens

Barnet Rain Gardens

Romford Road Rain Gardens

Queen's Park Canalside

St John Street Public Realm, Clerkenwell

Amhurst Road Transformation

Juniper Pocket Park

Crowndale Rain Gardens

Wadley Road Rain Gardens

Sutherland Road Rain Garden and Public Realm Improvement Scheme

Downham Road Rain Gardens

Keogh Road Rain Gardens

Scotts and Morley Road Rain Gardens

Osborne Road Rain Garden

St. James Public Realm

Lower Green West Rain Garden

Concert Hall Approach Custom Planters

Cairo Place Rain Gardens

Somers Town Rain Gardens

St Luke's Nature Garden

Wharfdale Road

Stratford Fire Station

Astell St Living Wall

Newham LTN Rain Gardens

South Countess Road Rain Garden

Thornton Heath Nature Garden

Culture Mile

Markhouse Corner

Fillebrook Road

The Wesley Hotel Euston

Marvin Street Rain Gardens

Harrow Parklet

Harrow Town Centre Jasmine Green Screens

Coulsdon Community Garden Bug hotel

Brooke Road Junction with Evering Road Public Realm scheme

The Scene and Rosebank Villas Planting

Torriano Avenue Rain Gardens

Wellesley Road Planting

Dingwall Road Greening

Marriott Road Rain Gardens

Lingham Street LTN Planters

St John's Wood Terrace Garden

Waltham Forest Modal Filter Improvements

York Road Rain Garden, Barnet

Hammond Street and Islip Street Rain Gardens, Camden

Kensington Leisure Centre Solar Parklet

Lyceum Theatre planters

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you help with the full process, from design through to maintenance?

Yes. We work with local authorities across the full project lifecycle, from assessment and design through to installation and ongoing maintenance.

How often will our office plants be maintained?

Maintenance programmes are flexible and tailored to the specific requirements of your workplace, so visit frequency depends on the planting scheme, its scale and your business's needs. Our team can advise on the right schedule during the design process.

What does your office plants maintenance service include?

Our maintenance services cover watering, feeding, pruning, cleaning and presentation upkeep, pest management, and health monitoring and reporting, ensuring displays remain healthy and vibrant throughout the year.

Do you provide ongoing maintenance for office plants?

Yes. Our dedicated maintenance team provides professional aftercare through flexible maintenance programmes, tailored to each workplace's needs - whether that's regular scheduled visits or occasional support.

Do you offer maintenance after installation?

We can provide seasonal and year-round maintenance services to ensure your landscaping stays healthy and looks its best — available when you choose us as your maintenance provider.

Who maintains hospitality parklets?

Quite often hospitality parklets are maintained by the business owner, however Meristem Design does provide a maintenance service. Parklets requires regular cleaning and watering of plants.

What kind of maintenance is required for a Bio Habitat SuDS Planter?

Regular SuDS planter maintenance applies, with occasional wildlife checks and optional seasonal planting refresh.

Do you help with the installation and maintenance of the street furniture?

Yes. We provide a complete service covering design, manufacturing, installation and ongoing care, so each installation continues to perform well and enhance its space for years to come.

Do green roofs need maintenance?

Yes, all green roofs need some maintenance. Extensive roofs need minimal care, while intensive roofs require regular upkeep.

How long does a green roof last?

With proper installation and care, a green roof can extend your roof’s lifespan by 20 to 30 years.

How is the maintenance of a living green wall different from traditional gardens?

Maintaining a living wall is distinct from tending to traditional gardens due to its vertical nature. Traditional gardens have plants growing horizontally in the soil, making watering and care relatively straightforward. In contrast, living walls require specialised attention. Monitoring the water levels, nutrients, and potential pests becomes crucial. Pruning and trimming are more strategic as plants grow vertically, ensuring proper coverage and preventing overgrowth. Additionally, regular checks on the wall's structure and irrigation system are necessary to maintain its health and longevity.

Are there different types of green roofs?

Yes, extensive green roofs are lightweight and low-maintenance, while intensive green roofs resemble rooftop gardens and support deeper planting.

What is the maintenance regime for a green screen installation?

The maintenance regime for a green screen installation typically includes regular watering, fertilising, pruning, and pest and disease management. It's crucial to ensure that the plants receive adequate water, especially during the establishment period and in dry spells. Fertilising will help to keep the plants healthy and vigorous. Pruning is necessary to maintain the desired shape and density of the green screen and to remove dead or diseased growth. Regular inspections for pests and diseases will enable early detection and treatment, ensuring the longevity and aesthetic appeal of the green screen. The specific maintenance requirements can vary depending on the plant species used and local conditions.

How do we maintain parklets and street furniture?

We offer ongoing maintenance services that include plant care and seasonal adjustments to help keep the space functional and inviting for communities and businesses.

What maintenance is required for rain gardens?

As plants establish, regular watering will be required. The SuDS also benefit from weeding, pruning, replanting if needed, and ensuring drainage inlets remain clear.

How hard is it to maintain a living wall?

These walls require the proper amount of attention and care, requiring regular visits by the team, and time to inspect, prune, clean and irrigate the plants.

What type of green spaces do we maintain?

We maintain rain gardens, SuDS planters, parklets and street furniture, planters, green screens, living walls, rooftop gardens, indoor planting including offices, restaurants, hotels and residential properties.

How often should you water a living wall?

Living walls can be watered through the built-in irrigation system or by hand. Plant care is easy when conducted routinely - every 1 to 2 weeks.

Why is plant maintenance necessary?

Maintenance of urban green spaces is essential to ensure plant health and longevity. Services help the space remain attractive and functional over time while supporting biodiversity, contributing to a more pleasant atmosphere for residents and visitors.

How frequently do we provide maintenance services?

This is all dependent on the green space. All plants and products require something different so we’d tailor a plan based on the project site, season, plant and product type and location.

Can we provide maintenance for existing green spaces, or do we only service projects we've installed?

Yes, absolutely. If you already have a green space or project in situ, we are happy to take on the maintenance. Get in touch and we can discuss your requirements.

How do you maintain a school green space?

Maintaining SuDS solutions at schools and universities involves regular checks and cleaning of features to ensure optimal performance. Scheduled maintenance helps preserve water quality and encourages biodiversity, while also providing valuable learning opportunities for students.