Landscaping in Lysterfield South

Lysterfield South is one of Casey's quietest corners. It's a small, semi-rural pocket of under a thousand people, with Churchill National Park inside its boundaries and Lysterfield Lake Park just up the road. Properties tend to be larger, and many back onto bush or open paddock. A garden here should feel like it belongs in that setting.

Bushland and the remains of an old water channel inside Churchill National Park in Lysterfield South

Photo: Tony f, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Alfresco paving, synthetic turf and timber planter boxes beside a covered patio

Gardens that blend into the bush

Here, the aim is usually to create a well-kept, usable area around the house that fades into the natural landscape beyond. That might mean:

  • Natural-look retaining walls. Recycled railway sleepers, rock or boulders suit the setting better than bright new materials. See our retaining walls.
  • Gravel and pebble areas with steel or timber edging, which drain freely and need little upkeep.
  • Indigenous planting. Casey and Cardinia publish a free indigenous plant guide so you can choose plants that suit your local soils and support the wildlife coming in from the park.
  • Decks and paved areas for outdoor living, positioned to make the most of the outlook.
  • Turf close to the house for kids and pets.

Things to check first

Properties close to national parks can have planning controls for vegetation or bushfire. Look up your address on VicPlan for a free Planning Property Report, and we'll factor in anything that applies.

Bushland at the old Scoresby Tramway quarry in Churchill National Park, on the edge of Rowville

Photo: Tony f, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Recent work nearby

We've recently built recycled railway sleeper retaining walls in Lysterfield and Lysterfield South, set among boulders and river pebbles beside a brick paver path. Old sleepers have a rustic look that blends straight into a bush garden.

Timber raised vegetable garden beds with gravel paths in a backyard

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Nearby: Rowville, Harkaway and Narre Warren.

FAQ

Can you use recycled sleepers for garden walls? Yes. Recycled railway sleepers are a great natural-look option for garden beds and low walls. For taller or structural walls we'll recommend what suits the load.

Can you set up irrigation for new plants? Yes. We install irrigation, which helps new planting get through its first summers.

Do you come out this far? Yes. Lysterfield South is well within our area, and quotes are free.

Want a garden that fits the bush? We're often booked a month or two ahead, so it pays to get in touch early. Call 0466 211 273 or contact us.