Gardener landscaper in Lausanne
Lausanne, the Vaud capital built on steep terrain between Lake Geneva and forests, offers gardening conditions as varied as its neighbourhoods. From the terraced gardens of Montbenon to the residential properties north of Pully, from condominium green spaces in Chailly to lakeside villas at La Sallaz, every Lausanne garden presents its own challenges. Our team of gardener-landscapers knows this city intimately with all its constraints: steep slopes, sometimes narrow access, molasse-based soils and a Lake Geneva microclimate. We work in every neighbourhood of Lausanne for regular maintenance and the most ambitious landscaping projects.
Our services in Lausanne
Our team carries out all gardening and landscaping work in Lausanne:
- Garden maintenance — annual contracts or one-off interventions for private gardens and Lausanne condominiums.
- Lawn mowing and care — regular mowing adapted to Lausanne’s sloping terrain.
- Hedge trimming — hedge maintenance in the residential areas of Chailly, Pully-nord and Montchoisi.
- Tree pruning and removal — urban tree care and removal under Vaud cantonal regulations.
- Garden creation — design for new builds and renovations across all neighbourhoods.
- Landscape design — complete transformation with slope management and retaining walls.
- Terrace and decking — panoramic terraces to enjoy lake and Alpine views.
- Pergola and veranda — shade structures adapted to the Lausanne climate.
- Gabion and retaining wall — essential structures for Lausanne’s sloping terrain.
- Fencing and metal trellis — fencing installed according to municipal regulations.
- Automatic irrigation — irrigation systems for hillside gardens, which are more prone to drying out.
Why choose SOS Jardin in Lausanne?
Mastery of sloping terrain. Lausanne is a vertical city. Most gardens feature significant gradients that demand specific techniques: terracing, retaining walls, uphill drainage, and stabilising plant choices. Our team has this expertise and applies it daily in Lausanne gardens.
Knowledge of Lausanne’s soils. Lausanne’s soils rest on a molasse substrate covered by moraine deposits. This composition creates terrain that is sometimes sandy, sometimes clay-heavy, and occasionally both within the same garden. Our gardeners quickly identify soil type and adapt plantings accordingly.
Condominium management. Lausanne has many apartment buildings with shared green spaces. We work with Lausanne property managers for professional maintenance of these spaces, with planned interventions and regular follow-up.
Responsiveness across the city. From Ouchy to Sauvabelin, from Sous-Gare to Vidy, we work in every Lausanne neighbourhood with short response times, including for emergencies.
Service area
SOS Jardin covers all of Lausanne and nearby municipalities including Pully, Prilly, Renens and Ecublens.
Request your free quote
Have a garden project in Lausanne? Contact SOS Jardin for a free, no-obligation quote. Our team visits every neighbourhood in Lausanne to assess your terrain, account for slope and access constraints, and provide a personalised offer. Whether for weekly maintenance or a complete redesign, we have the solution for your Lausanne garden.
FAQ
How do you landscape a steeply sloping garden in Lausanne?
In Lausanne, slopes are the norm rather than the exception. We landscape these gardens by creating successive terraces held in place by natural stone, gabion or timber retaining walls. Landscaped steps connect the different levels, and ground-cover plantings stabilise embankments. A drainage system is generally necessary to prevent runoff and erosion during heavy rain.
Does SOS Jardin maintain condominium gardens in Lausanne?
Yes, we maintain green spaces for numerous condominiums and apartment buildings in Lausanne. We offer annual contracts to property managers and building administrators with a seasonal intervention calendar, photographic monitoring and a dedicated contact person. Our services cover mowing, trimming, weeding, fertilisation and seasonal cleaning.
Which plants cope well with Lausanne’s climate?
Lausanne’s Lake Geneva climate is mild at low altitude (Ouchy, Vidy) but cooler at height (Sauvabelin, Chalet-a-Gobet). Near the lake, we recommend Mediterranean species: lavender, rosemary, potted olive trees. In higher neighbourhoods, Japanese maples, hydrangeas, rhododendrons and ornamental grasses deliver excellent results. Our team selects plants suited to the altitude and exposure of your garden.
Do you need a permit for a retaining wall in Lausanne?
As a general rule, retaining walls over 1 metre high require a building permit in Lausanne. Property boundary setbacks must be respected. Our team advises you on the administrative steps and can manage the permit application as part of your landscaping project.