A gardener costs on average between 200 and 15,000 euros, depending on the type of work. Garden maintenance starts at 40 euros per hour, while a complete garden construction can cost thousands of euros. View all current prices here.
Average cost for a gardener (average)
A gardener designs, builds and maintains gardens. This varies from mowing lawns and pruning hedges to completely redesigning a garden with paving, plants, ponds and terraces. A good gardener will think about the design, soil type, sun position and your maintenance needs. For larger projects, the gardener makes a garden design and a detailed quotation.
A complete garden layout costs on average 50 to 120 euros per square meter, depending on the complexity. A simple garden with lawn and borders costs less than a garden with lots of paving, a roof and water features. For an average backyard of 50 m2 you pay between 2,500 and 6,000 euros. A garden design by a landscaping company costs 300 to 800 euros separately.
Regular garden maintenance costs 40 to 60 euros per hour. Maintenance for an average garden takes 2 to 4 hours. Hedge pruning costs 5 to 15 euros per linear meter. Mowing the lawn, weeding, clearing leaves and maintaining borders are part of standard maintenance. Many gardeners offer seasonal subscriptions, visiting 4 to 6 times a year.
Having paving laid by a gardener costs 30 to 80 euros per square meter, including materials and labor. The price depends on the type of tile or clinker. Laying a lawn costs 8 to 20 euros per m2 for turf, or 3 to 8 euros per m2 for sown lawn. Artificial grass is more expensive, but maintenance-free, and costs 40 to 80 euros per m2 including installation.
The best period for garden construction is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November). In winter the ground is often too wet or frozen. Spring is also the ideal time for pruning and planting. Plan well in advance, because gardeners are very busy in the spring. Request quotes as early as January or February.
| Service | From | To | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction of a garden (per m2) | €50 | €120 | per m2 |
| Garden maintenance (per turn) | €100 | €250 | per turn |
| Hedge pruning (per linear meter) | €5 | €15 | per m1 |
| Laying a lawn (turf) | €8 | €20 | per m2 |
| Laying paving | €30 | €80 | per m2 |
| Add plants | €20 | €60 | per m2 |
| Garden design | €300 | €800 | per design |
| Hourly rate gardener | €40 | €60 | per hour |
A larger garden requires more materials and labor hours. The costs per m2 often decrease with larger surfaces.
Simple maintenance is cheaper than complete construction with paving, plants and water features.
The choice of tiles, pavers, turf or artificial grass strongly influences the price. Sustainable materials are a higher investment but last longer.
Gardeners are busy in spring and autumn. Flexibility in planning can lead to a lower price.
A gardener will charge an average of 40 to 60 euros per hour in 2026. The rate may be higher for specialized work such as tree care or the construction of ponds.
A complete garden construction of 50 m2 costs an average of 2,500 to 6,000 euros, depending on the complexity, materials and the amount of paving versus planting.
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the best periods. Plan early, as gardeners are very busy in the spring. Request quotes as early as January.
Most gardeners supply material and include this in the quotation. You can also purchase materials yourself, but discuss this in advance. Gardeners often receive purchasing discounts from suppliers.
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