Gardener in Filton (7)

Gardeners typically charge between £150 - £200 per day. The average hourly rate charged by gardeners in the UK is £35.

Here are the average costs of common gardening tasks:

Grass cutting – £25 per hour or £20 per 100m²

Hedge trimming – £60 - £120 per hour

Weeding – £15 - £45 per hour

Landscape gardeners charge more for their services. On average, landscapers charge £250 per day. Small to medium-sized projects typically cost anywhere between £250 - £2,500. For larger tasks like landscaping or full backyard makeovers, rates may vary. You can request quotes from multiple professionals to find the right option for your budget.

Read our gardener cost guide for a closer look at the most up to date price estimates. We recommend asking at least three local gardeners for quotes to find the best price for your project.

For general garden maintenance, a visit once a month is usually enough. If you want your garden looking its best year-round, you might prefer more frequent visits — especially during spring and summer.

Larger gardens will need more frequent maintenance. That being said, it’s up to you how frequently you want a gardener to visit your property.

Some gardeners can remove green waste as part of their service, or for an additional fee. It’s best to check this when booking, especially if you're having trimming or pruning done.

In most cases, you’ll need to hire a garden clearance professional to remove waste from your outdoor areas. This can include:

Garden waste – including loose branches, leaves, shrubs, twigs, soil, potted plants, cut grass, old pots, and old lawnmowers

Garden structures – such as dismantled sheds, greenhouses, pergolas, or gazebos

Wood – including plywood, gates, fencing, and unwanted firewood

Garden furniture – tables, chairs, swings, and children’s play equipment

General waste – including paper, boxes, tools, and clothes

Appliances – such as washing machines, tumble dryers, fridge freezers, and boilers

Builder’s waste – including plaster, drywall, bricks, pallets, crates, glass, concrete, tiles, asphalt, paving stones, and general rubbish

Not all general gardeners provide waste disposal services. Discuss your needs with the gardener before hiring them for your job.

The average garden clearance cost is £210 per load. Gardeners charge an average of £52.50 per hour for this service. Read our garden clearance cost guide for a full breakdown of current prices.

No — most gardeners bring their own equipment, including mowers, shears, and other essentials. You typically won’t need to supply anything yourself.

If a gardener does not have their own equipment, they will ask permission to use your tools to complete the job. Make sure to ask a gardener if they will be bringing their own tools and supplies before hiring them.

Each gardening business listed on Checkatrade shows their credentials, customer feedback, and star ratings. You can review this information and contact them directly with questions before booking.

Useful questions to ask a gardener include:

What gardening services do you offer?

What gardening qualifications do you have?

Do you have experience in sustainable gardening?

Can I see examples of your previous gardening projects?

What’s included in your standard gardening cost, and what’s charged extra?

How do you dispose of garden waste?

How long do you estimate the job will take you?

Do you offer a customer satisfaction guarantee?

Not necessarily. If the gardener has access and clear instructions, many are happy to carry out the work while you're away — which is useful for busy schedules.

Some offer basic design suggestions or work in collaboration with landscaping specialists. If you have a vision for your outdoor space, bring it up when you enquire.

Some local councils and charities (like Age UK) offer gardening support for pensioners. It's worth checking your area.