Find gardeners and landscapers near you
Regular garden maintenance, hedges, lawns or a full redesign. See typical prices and find gardeners near you.
Find your townWhat a local gardener can help with
Gardeners keep things tidy week to week, while landscapers build patios, fences and new layouts. Many do both.
Garden maintenance
Regular mowing, weeding, pruning and tidying, weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
Lawn care and turfing
Lawn treatments, scarifying, reseeding and new turf laid.
Hedge trimming and pruning
Hedges cut back and shaped, and shrubs and small trees pruned.
Garden clearance
Overgrown gardens cleared and green waste taken away.
Patios, paving and decking
New patios, paths and decking designed and built.
Fencing
Fence panels, posts and gates repaired or replaced.
How much does a gardener cost?
Typical UK guide prices, so you know what a fair quote looks like.
Gardener hourly rate
£20-£35
Landscapers charge more for build work.
Hedge trimming
£100-£300
For an average garden, including waste.
Garden clearance
£200-£600
Depends on size and waste volume.
New patio
£100-£200
Per square metre, supplied and laid.
Guide prices only. London and the South East are usually higher, and your price depends on the job, access and materials.
How to find a gardener near you
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Describe the job
Write down what needs doing, with photos if you can, so every quote covers the same work.
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Get three quotes
Contact at least three local gardeners and ask for a written, itemised quote.
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Check before you hire
Compare prices, check insurance and registrations, and ask to see recent work.
Before you hire a gardener
Most garden jobs are low risk, but a few rules and costs catch people out.
- Ask whether green waste removal is included, as disposal can add a lot to the price.
- If they take waste away, check they are a registered waste carrier.
- Large tree work needs a qualified tree surgeon, and some trees are protected by Tree Preservation Orders.
- Active birds' nests are protected by law, so hedges should be checked before cutting between March and August.
Gardener FAQs
How much does a gardener charge per hour in the UK?
Most gardeners charge £20-£35 an hour. Landscaping work such as patios and fencing is usually priced per job or per square metre.
What is the difference between a gardener and a landscaper?
A gardener maintains an existing garden: mowing, weeding and pruning. A landscaper builds or changes it, with patios, paths, fences and new planting schemes.
How often should a gardener visit?
Fortnightly during the growing season, from around March to October, suits most gardens. Monthly visits are often enough in winter.
When is the best time to cut a hedge?
Late summer to early autumn is ideal for most hedges. Avoid cutting during bird nesting season, roughly March to August, unless you have checked for active nests.
Do I need permission to cut down a tree?
Check with your council first. Trees with a Tree Preservation Order, or in a conservation area, need permission before they are cut down or significantly pruned.