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50+ Years
experience
Expert Landscaping Services in Plymouth
Established in 1973, YGS Landscapes has been delivering comprehensive landscaping solutions across the South West for over five decades. Our management team brings 75 years of combined experience, supported by 45 years of expertise from our supervisors, ensuring every project meets exacting standards. Specialising in commercial landscaping, fencing, decking, grounds maintenance, and tree care, we work closely with clients from project inception to completion. Our track record includes large-scale developments like Sherford New Town, where we delivered three phases ahead of schedule with innovative features such as a living wall. We maintain strong relationships with industry trades and consultants to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery while investing in continuous staff training to uphold our high standards.

With over 11,000 trees, 90,000 shrubs, and 250,000 bulbs planted annually, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to sustainable practices. Our value engineering proposals and early client engagement ensure cost-effective solutions tailored to project-specific needs. Backed by a 15-year client retention rate, we approach every projectlarge or smallwith meticulous attention to detail and a dedication to customer satisfaction. Our Arboriculture team provides certified tree surgery services, fully insured and equipped with industry-approved machinery. We also offer design consultancy, hard landscaping, and surplus stock solutions to support diverse client requirements. This enduring focus on quality, safety, and collaboration has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the landscaping sector.
Services
Commercial landscaping Grounds maintenance Fencing Decking Tree works Design consultancy Hard landscaping Surplus stock
Details
  • Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
  • We have over 50 years of combined design experience and 75 years of management expertise in landscaping.
  • Our services cover the full landscaping lifecycle from initial design to long-term maintenance.
  • We consistently deliver projects ahead of schedule while maintaining strict budget control.
  • Our Arboriculture team provides fully insured tree surgery services with industry-approved equipment.
  • We offer sustainable practices including surplus stock solutions to reduce material waste.
Services
Commercial landscaping
We provide comprehensive commercial landscaping services including soil preparation, turfing, seeding, and planting. Our team delivers large-scale projects with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring client specifications are met while maintaining budgetary control. With over 50 years of combined design experience, we offer value engineering proposals to optimise project outcomes.
Tree works
Our certified Arboriculture team offers complete tree surgery services including felling, pruning, and stump removal. All staff hold industry-approved qualifications, and our equipment undergoes regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance. We provide expert advice on tree conservation and protection orders for both commercial and residential clients.
Fencing
We supply and install diverse fencing solutions ranging from treated timber to high-security steel palisade systems. Our 15+ years of experience ensure appropriate material selection for each project's specific requirements, balancing functionality with aesthetic enhancement for both commercial and residential properties.
Decking
We offer decking solutions using softwood, hardwood, and composite materials. Our expertise ensures material selection aligns with project budgets and longevity requirements. We provide full installation services, focusing on structural integrity and aesthetic finish for both private and commercial spaces.
Grounds maintenance
Our grounds maintenance services ensure long-term landscape preservation through regular upkeep programmes. We manage amenity lawns, wildflower areas, and irrigation systems, combining technical expertise with seasonal knowledge to maintain optimal site conditions for commercial clients across the South West.
People
Steve Warren-Brown
Founder & Managing Director
Steve founded YGS Landscapes in 1973, growing the business from a local gardening service to a regional landscaping leader. With decades of hands-on experience, he oversees strategic direction while maintaining close involvement in major projects.
Questions
What services does YGS Landscapes offer?
We provide commercial landscaping, fencing, decking, tree works, grounds maintenance, design consultancy, and hard landscaping solutions across the South West region.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the South West, with a particular focus on Plymouth and surrounding areas including Devon and Cornwall.
How experienced is your team?
Our management team has 75 years combined experience, with supervisors holding 45 years of collective landscaping expertise since our 1973 establishment.
Do you offer sustainable practices?
Yes, we promote sustainability through surplus stock solutions, wildflower planting initiatives, and environmentally conscious material selection for all our landscaping projects.
Can you handle large-scale developments?
We have successfully delivered major projects like Sherford New Town, demonstrating our capability to manage complex developments with multi-phase implementation.
Reviews (1)
Ross Wood
Aug 15, 2020 Report
Critical:Quality
Shocking company the respect for the staff and clients is shocking never seen such shoddy careless work from a big name company in my life I would t recommend this company to cut a 6 ft spot off grass let alone a decking,fencing or god forbid an actual landscape project stay well clear fuming is an understatement should be ashamed