How much does a gardener cost?
Gardeners in Australia typically charge $50–$90 per hour, with a standard garden tidy-up costing $200–$480.
Typical price band
$300typical
standard job $200–$480
$60 low$1,500 high
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Real-world examples
Lawn mow & edge$60 – $130
Half-day garden tidy$200 – $480
Full-day overgrown cleanup$700 – $1,500
What affects the price
— Hours & crew size. The core driver — total labour hours, doubled when a second gardener attends.
— Garden condition. Overgrown lawns and beds take far longer than a maintained garden on a regular round.
— Green waste removal. Taking waste away adds trailer and tip fees; leaving it in your green bin is cheaper.
— One-off vs regular. Regular fortnightly or monthly visits usually get a better hourly rate than one-offs.
— Specialist tasks. Hedges at height, large tree pruning or spraying may need extra gear or a specialist.
Tips before you post
— Booking a regular round is the cheapest way to keep a garden under control — catch-up jobs cost more.
— Agree upfront whether green waste goes in your bins or gets carted away, and who pays tip fees.
— Anything involving large trees or work near powerlines is a job for a qualified arborist, not a gardener.
Beyond the price: Hiring a gardener: from a one-off tidy-up to a regular visit
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