CASE STUDY
Rhodes Moorhouse Court, Morden
Archway Green were proud to be chosen to help complete this special project in Morden, dedicated to providing a brand-new development of 68 new homes for the ex-service community of Morden. The site features an open space area central to the development with a memorial garden honouring service men and women and was officially opened by Her Majesty the Queen in October of 2019! The site was also made the first gold winner of the United Living quarterly site awards scheme which is judged on three categories – Safety, Quality, and Environmental & Community.
Location
Morden, London
Sector
services
Soft landscaping implementation, memorial garden creation, tree and shrub planting, boundary and pathway planting, communal open space planting
A Respectful Landscape with Purpose
Archway Green were proud to be chosen to help complete this special project in Morden, dedicated to providing a brand-new development of 68 homes for the ex-service community. The landscaping was carefully considered to ensure a respectful and thoughtful design, with a strong focus on creating a memorial garden where residents could remember those they have lost.
The garden was designed with a surrounding pathway lined with flower beds, forming a clear and structured border around the space. A range of feature planting was introduced to provide year-round interest. Malus trilobata (Lebanese wild apple) was selected as a key tree, offering white spring flowers and ornamental fruit in autumn, bringing both colour and height to the setting.
Griselinia littoralis was used throughout the borders, valued for its bright apple-green foliage and fast-growing evergreen nature. Viburnum opulus ‘Compactum’ added further seasonal interest, with white summer flowers and dark red winter berries, while also attracting birds and pollinators, helping to bring life into the space.
A Meaningful Space for Reflection and Everyday Use
Each element was selected to create a calm and balanced environment that supports both remembrance and daily life. The combination of structured pathways, planting and open space allows residents to move through the garden easily while also offering places to pause, sit and reflect.
The result is a landscape that feels both purposeful and welcoming. A wide range of trees and shrubs work together to create a setting where people can read, rest and remember, while still enjoying the space as part of everyday life. Over time, as the planting matures, the garden will continue to strengthen its character, providing a lasting and respectful environment for the community.
