Hardscaping refers to hard landscape materials that are incorporated into a landscape. This can include paving, exposed aggregate, polished concrete, gabion walls, retaining walls, sleeper or concrete stepping blocks, stairs, walkways, decking, pergolas, fencing, large rock features, pebble, chip stone, privacy screens, cladding, flower boxes, edging, and any other landscaping made up of hard wearing materials such as wood, stone, and concrete. Softscaping is the horticultural elements or plants of a landscape.

Hard landscaping is the first step of your garden installation. EcoScapes are well known as experts in the field of hard landscaping. Our team are extremely well trained with loads of experience when it comes to concrete work and installation of hard surfaces.

In short, hardscaping follows the same principles and is just like softscaping, only hard to the touch materials are used in this case. The function or main aim of using hardscaping is to create elements that will last long, as well as aesthetically compliment the softscaping features of your landscape. It brings an element and feature with low maintenance and easy cleaning.

Hardscaping is an essential part of creating the ideal outdoor space. ... Hardscaping offers landscaping solutions that are both appealing and functional. It allows for the creation of spaces that serve a purpose and are pleasing to the eye at the same time.

 Custom outdoor carpentry and construction

We specialize in high-quality outdoor construction including Decking, garden structures, pergolas, bridges, wooden cladding, privacy screens, trellis, veggie garden boxes, garden gates, seating, storage boxes, flower boxes, wooden working surface, fences, and much more…

Here at EcoScapes Outdoor projects, we combine our passion for quality woodwork with the versatility of landscaping to create beautiful outdoor living spaces. With more than 20 years’ experience we believe no outdoor project is beyond our limits.

From decks and bridges to gazebos and pergolas, garden sheds, play structures and fencing; we provide custom built, original structures that enhance the way you live and enjoy your home.

We believe that outdoor living spaces or your home’s exterior should be built to the highest standards for quality and finishing, just like your home’s interior. In Cape Town we are surrounded by the most beautiful natural beauty and enjoy the best climate in the world. The best place to be is OUTSIDE!

It is our mission to enrich your quality of life by creating an outdoor living space with quality structures, beautifully built to last. We offer the best in customer care, craftsmanship and we support local.

Natural garden pool or Living pool

Natural pools are filtered organically rather than by chemicals.

We direct the pool water through a natural ecosystem consisting of gravel, stone, water and plants. This results in a pool that’s no less clean than a chemically-filtered pool.

Are natural pools high maintenance?

Organic or natural pools require much less maintenance than a conventional pool, and their year-to-year costs are lower after construction is finished.

Do natural pools breed mosquitos?

No. Still standing water is required for mosquitos to breed.

The water of a natural pool is circulated by the use of pool pumps, through plants and gravel.

Premium Artificial Lawn

We are approved installers of artificial lawn.

We design the area to work best for its purpose; select materials that will stand the test of time and plants that will thrive in their surroundings. Our quality and professionally installed artificial lawn last between 20-25 years. It adds value to your property, and you can expect the return on your investment (vs natural lawn) within 2.5 years.

A key part of installing artificial lawn is the preparation. Drainage and levels prevent the grass from becoming waterlogged in the event of heavy rains. Artificial lawn looks so natural these days. They have “dead grass” in between – adding to a very realistic appearance.

MOLE BARRIER: When installing artificial lawn in an area known to have a mole problem, we make use of the mole barrier. It prevents moles from tunnelling and surfacing under newly installed lawn.

Artificial lawn VS Natural lawn:

Synthetic grass is:

• Low maintenance – no need for fertilizer, mowing or garden services

• Weather-resistant – does not lose its colour due to the sun

• Water-wise – no watering required

• Pet friendly – pets love artificial lawn – simply rinse

• Child friendly – children love to play on artificial lawn

• Popular demand – Aesthetic appeal and easy to care for

Can dogs pee and poop on artificial lawn? YES

Artificial lawn doesn’t absorb dog urine, waste or smell. Dog urine drains away similar to rain water; no build up. Simply scoop up the waste, and hose down the area.

We install many different thicknesses for different purposes. Sometimes grass IS greener on the other side…because it’s artificial!

What makes artificial lawn look realistic and real?

• Professional installation – nothing sub-standard is acceptable. Seams and edges must be perfectly matched. Correct levels and preparation for drainage is extremely important

• Product – Quality product with a guarantee that colour will not fade. Choose a product with a variety of colour, shape and some “dead grass”, just like real grass

• Proper care – Occasionally groom your lawn with a stiff bristled broom or rake to lift the grass blades and fibres.

EcoScapes has a dedicated irrigation department and irrigation team on the road.

Our irrigation team services the greater Cape Winelands and Northern subburbs.

We stock most irrigation parts and do same-day installations and repairs when possible.

Our team is dedicated irrigation experts that work with you to design the right system for your garden. We are passionate about saving water, especially in our beloved Western Cape. We constantly focus on learning new and modern practices for ensuring your system functions perfectly for decades to come.

 We install:

• Manual systems,

• Automated controller systems and

• Wi-Fi-enabled irrigation controllers

Irrigation systems can be installed using drip-irrigation, stand-up sprayers, mist-pipes, pop-up sprayers, riser pipes and many more. EcoScapes Irrigation Systems builds “smart” irrigation systems that use the latest technology to reduce your water consumption, saving you money while conserving water. Designing and installing an irrigation system is one of the biggest upgrades you’ll make to your home, so make sure you choose the right company to do it. For our automated irrigation systems we use Hunter sprinkler systems.

We use Hydrawise systems for smart technology Wi-Fi irrigation management:

A Hydrawise irrigation system can:

• Save you up to 50% on your water bill

• The system reads the latest weather report and water the garden accordingly.

• It picks up on any pipe or trouble issues and alert you

• The system can be shut down from your phone

• The rain sensor also shuts down the system, should an unexpected rain occur.

Many times irrigation pipes need to be installed or repaired under existing paving i.e. driveways or pathways; In which case we have our EcoScapes paving team, ready to effortlessly do all our paving repairs due to irrigation installations.

Note: A good idea is to always put PVC sleeves under paved driveways and paths for future projects that may require fibre, cables and pipes to go under these structures.