Kingswood’s landscapes receive national recognition at SALI Awards

Kingswood Golf Estate’s landscaping team has celebrated a significant achievement after its landscaping partner, Turfworx, was awarded Bronze in the Landscape & Turf Maintenance category at the prestigious South African Landscapers Institute (SALI) Awards, held on 4 June.

The accolade is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first time Turfworx entered its work at Kingswood Golf Estate into the national competition.

Widely regarded as the benchmark for excellence in South Africa’s landscaping industry, the annual SALI Awards recognise companies that consistently demonstrate outstanding craftsmanship, innovation, environmental responsibility, and long-term landscape management. The awards celebrate projects that not only enhance the beauty of a space but also reflect technical excellence, sustainability, and a commitment to maintaining landscapes to the highest professional standards.

The Landscape and Turf Maintenance category is one of the industry’s most demanding. Judges assess far more than visual appeal, evaluating the ongoing quality of landscape management, turf health, horticultural practices, irrigation efficiency, environmental stewardship, attention to detail, consistency throughout the year, and the overall presentation of the property. Successful entrants demonstrate that their landscapes are not simply designed well but are expertly maintained over time, ensuring that they continue to thrive while enhancing the value and enjoyment of the communities they serve.

Receiving recognition in this category is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the Turfworx team, whose work contributes significantly to Kingswood Golf Estate’s reputation as one of the Garden Route’s premier residential golf communities.

Hannes van Niekerk, Turfworx’s site manager at Kingswood, says the award reflects the passion and commitment of everyone involved.

‘I am incredibly proud of our team. This award is recognition of the hard work, dedication, and attention to detail that goes into maintaining Kingswood every day. We have a number of exciting landscape projects planned for the estate, and our goal is to continually enhance the natural beauty of the community while creating an environment that residents are proud to call home.’

Beautifully maintained landscapes play an important role in estate living, contributing not only to the visual appeal of a community but also to biodiversity, environmental sustainability, property values, and residents’ overall well-being. National recognition from SALI reinforces Kingswood Golf Estate’s ongoing commitment to creating exceptional outdoor spaces that enrich everyday life while setting a benchmark for landscape excellence.