Gardener in Alhaurín el Grande
On the northern slopes of the Sierra de Mijas, we care for villa gardens, fincas and their trees in Alhaurín el Grande.
Alhaurín el Grande is an inland town on the northern slopes of the Sierra de Mijas, looking out over the Guadalhorce valley. The municipality also includes Villafranco del Guadalhorce. Many villas and fincas around the town belong to Spanish and international residents, especially from Britain.
Gardens here tend to be large, with olive, carob, citrus and almond trees, pools and terraces. These mature trees give shade and character, but they need regular pruning to stay healthy and safe. Lawns, beds and pots around the house also need a good irrigation system to get through the hot summers.
Properties close to the sierra border natural woodland, so fire-prevention clearing is an important job every spring. We cut back dry grass and scrub, keep a clear area around the house and remove low branches. Through the rest of the year, we can take care of pruning, irrigation checks and regular garden maintenance.
Our services in Alhaurín el Grande
Everything your garden needs, with one point of contact.
Garden maintenance
Weekly, fortnightly or monthly garden care for villas, townhouses and community gardens, with photo updates via WhatsApp when you are away.
Tree pruning
Careful pruning of olive, citrus, pine, jacaranda and other trees. Safe work at height and all cuttings taken away.
Palm tree pruning
Removing dry fronds and fruit, cleaning trunks and checking for red palm weevil. Tall palms done safely, all waste removed.
Hedge trimming
Trimming and shaping cypress, oleander, pittosporum and other hedges. Dense, straight privacy hedges at a safe height, cuttings removed.
Lawn care
Mowing, edging, scarifying, feeding and weed control for real lawns, plus re-seeding, new turf and artificial grass cleaning.
Holiday plant watering
We water indoor plants, pots and balcony plants, check your irrigation and send photos via WhatsApp while you are away.
Irrigation systems
Drip irrigation, sprinklers and timers installed, repaired and adjusted. Leaks fixed, water saved, and Wi-Fi controllers you can check from abroad.
Garden clearance
Clearing overgrown gardens and plots: brush cutting, weeds, dry grass and fallen branches removed, including fire prevention before summer.
Garden design
Garden makeovers and new planting with Mediterranean, low-water plants. Gravel beds, terraces, pots and replacing thirsty lawns.
Gardening in Alhaurín el Grande: heat and the sierra
Away from the sea breeze, Alhaurín el Grande gets hot and dry in summer. Olive, carob and almond trees cope well, but citrus, lawns and pots need regular water. Near the Sierra de Mijas, the slopes can be steep and stony, and dry vegetation builds up quickly.
- Book fire-prevention clearing early, before the first heatwave.
- Lift the lower branches of big carob trees to keep paths and the pool clear.
- Water citrus deeply once or twice a week in summer.
- Shade pots on south-facing terraces during the hottest months.
- Check the irrigation before the summer heat arrives.
Frequently asked questions
Do you do fire-prevention clearance in Alhaurín el Grande?
Yes. We clear dry grass, scrub and low branches around your house and along the boundaries. For the exact rules on your plot, it is best to check with the town hall.
Can you prune a large carob tree?
Yes. We remove dead wood, reduce heavy branches and keep large carob and olive trees safe near the house and the pool.
Do you work in Villafranco del Guadalhorce?
Yes. We work in Alhaurín el Grande, Villafranco del Guadalhorce and on country properties around both.
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