JDS Gardening

Business Details

Your Trusted Partner for Landscaping & Tree Surgery Solutions in Edinburgh

JDS Gardening is a well-established local company with extensive experience in landscaping, tree surgery, and waste management across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Our small team of knowledgeable professionals delivers a comprehensive range of services, including garden maintenance, tree pruning, fencing, decking installation, and waste collection. Committed to sustainability, we utilise electric tools to reduce carbon emissions and recycle 100% of green waste through Forth Resource Management. Accredited by BALI and the Edinburgh Trusted Trader Scheme, we prioritise quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Our dedication to eco-friendly practices, combined with City & Guilds-qualified expertise, ensures tailored solutions for both domestic and commercial clients. With years of local knowledge, we serve Edinburgh City Centre, Midlothian, East Lothian, and surrounding areas, transforming outdoor spaces into functional, beautiful environments. Our awards and positive client testimonials reflect our commitment to excellence, transparency, and value-driven service.

Services

Garden Maintenance Tree Surgery Fencing Installation Decking Services Waste Management

Highlights and features

We have over a decade of experience in Edinburgh's landscaping and tree care industry
Our team uses eco-friendly electric tools and recycles 100% of green waste
Certified by BALI and the Edinburgh Trusted Trader Scheme
Offering tailored solutions for both domestic and commercial properties
Award-winning service with consistently positive client testimonials

Associations and certifications

BALI
Edinburgh Trusted Trader Scheme
City & Guilds

What people say

Excellent customer service Professional job Great value Tidy work Highly recommend

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Services

Garden Maintenance

Our garden maintenance service includes lawn mowing, hedge trimming, weeding, and seasonal tidy-ups. We provide weekly, fortnightly, or monthly schedules tailored to client needs. Using modern equipment and sustainable practices, we ensure gardens remain neat and healthy year-round. Clients appreciate our punctuality, attention to detail, and ability to transform overgrown spaces into manageable, attractive areas.

Tree Surgery

Specialised tree pruning, stump removal, and crown reduction using industry-standard techniques. Our certified arborists handle hazardous trees safely, with ivy removal and root excavation included. Clients value our expertise in managing mature trees and improving garden safety. We comply with all UK safety regulations and provide detailed site assessments before work commences.

Fencing Installation

Supply and installation of Venetian, feather edge, and security fencing systems. We handle complete fence replacement including old structure removal and waste disposal. Clients report durable installations that enhance property aesthetics. Our team works efficiently, typically completing standard installations within a day while maintaining minimal disruption to surrounding areas.

Waste Management

Comprehensive waste collection including garden debris, construction materials, and electrical waste. We provide one-off clearances or scheduled waste removal services. Our recycling commitment ensures 100% green waste processing. Clients appreciate our ability to handle large-scale clearances while maintaining site tidiness throughout the process.

Decking Services

Custom decking installation using timber and composite materials. We offer full project management from design consultation to final construction. Clients praise our attention to detail in creating durable, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. All installations include proper drainage solutions and comply with current building regulations.

People

Josh Dow

Owner

Josh Dow founded JDS Gardening with over 15 years' experience in horticulture and landscaping. He oversees operations and client relations, ensuring service quality standards are maintained. Josh's leadership has driven the company's growth while maintaining its commitment to sustainability and local employment.

Questions

What areas do you cover for gardening services?

We serve Edinburgh City Centre, Midlothian, East Lothian, and surrounding areas including Dalkeith, Musselburgh, and Haddington.

Are your tree surgeons certified?

Yes, our arborists hold City & Guilds qualifications and BALI accreditation for professional tree care services.

Do you offer emergency garden maintenance?

While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise urgent requests and aim to respond within 48 hours.

How do you handle garden waste disposal?

We recycle 100% of green waste at Forth Resource Management and responsibly dispose of all other materials collected during our work.

Can you install electric fencing systems?

We specialise in Vmex V3 Mesh security fencing installations alongside traditional wooden fencing options for residential and commercial properties.

Do you provide Christmas tree delivery services?

Yes, we offer real Christmas tree delivery and installation in Edinburgh, with Nordmann and Fraser Fir options available seasonally.

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Cassandra Chaya Khan

Jun 16, 2021 Report

I hired Josh and Ellis Dow and their team to clean up and maintain my gardens. After speaking with a few reputable landscaping companies, I am glad I chose JDS Gardening. They were responsive, transparent, and accommodating. Josh, Ellis, and the team were extremely personable and effective in nurturing and maintaining my gardens and hedges. I am new to garden upkeep / care and was glad to receive expert advice on what was needed to sort out the property. They came out and inspected the gardens, made good suggestions, and got the work done quickly and professionally at a very fair price. The result

Jenny Clarke

Jun 07, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Very simple to arrange. Good value for money. Always arrive on the arranged date. Professional and polite in their communication. Would recommend for garden maintenance.
Services:Lawn mowing/maintenance,Weed control

Susannah Jennings

Jun 06, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I would highly recommend JDS gardening to anyone. We had a very complicated problem with our garden (that was to do with landscaping and previous landowners causing a mess in the garden). JDS were very helpful with getting everything sorted and the garden is now nice and safe. We will use your services in the future thanks a lot JDS!
Services:General repairs & maintenance,Irrigation system repair/maintenance

Ewan Scally

Jun 04, 2021 Report

Hired JDS to do a big clean up of a very over grown and unkept shared garden. They Were incredibly professional and very polite guys. Job was completed in one day as quoted by Alex and the two guys who came did a stellar job. Will definitely be getting them back for the next job!
Was very happy with the price quoted for the size and amount of work the job entailed.
Thoroughly recommend using JDS

Nick Simpson

May 29, 2021 Report

We had a large bed in the garden with many overgrown shrubs - they had grown into mini-trees - roots too big for us to tackle. JDS came, had a look, gave an estimate and agreed a date. Two cheerful young men arrived on the dot and did the job perfectly - and removed all the debris. I now have a new bed to fill with colourful flowers. Roll on summer. I can highly recommend them.