Gardener rates per hour in Australia: what to expect
Gardeners in Australia charge $40–$80 per hour on average for general garden maintenance. Specialist work like landscaping or tree pruning costs more. NDIS participants with yard maintenance funding can claim up to $59.01/hr (2026-27 rate). This guide covers typical rates and what's included.
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Average gardener rates in Australia
Gardeners typically charge:
- General maintenance: $40–$80/hr
- Landscaping: $50–$100/hr
- Tree pruning/removal: $60–$150/hr or per job
What's included in general garden maintenance?
- Lawn mowing and edging
- Weeding
- Hedge trimming
- Pruning shrubs
- General tidy-up
NDIS gardening funding
NDIS participants with yard maintenance funding can claim up to $59.01 per hour (2026-27 national rate). Learn more:
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Sources
Costs based on market research as of October 2026. NDIS rates from the NDIS Support Catalogue 2026-27.
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