Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Visit to assess perennial borders, soil condition and any problem areas

• prune back perennials, deadhead and cut back ornamental grasses

• weed and cultivate beds, apply mulch or compost where needed

• mow, edge and feed small lawns and clear grass cuttings

• plant new perennials or replace failing plants (plants and compost charged separately)

• remove green waste and transport to van for disposal; wear PPE (gloves, boots) and avoid suspected contaminated soil

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most routine maintenance visits take 1–3 hours; larger clearances, planting or mulching jobs typically take 3–8 hours or 1–2 days depending on garden size and team size

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• what exactly is included in the quoted visit and do you charge a call‑out fee?

• do you supply plants, compost and fertiliser or should I buy these?

• how will green waste be disposed and are skip/chipper costs included?

• do you have public liability insurance and can you provide proof?

• can you show references or photos of similar perennial garden work?

• will you need access to water or electricity and is there anything I should prepare beforehand?

How to Avoid Surprises

• ensure clear access and space for a van close to the work area

• point out external taps and electricity points and confirm you are happy to allow their use

• secure pets and keep children away from the work area

• confirm property boundaries and any permissions needed for planting or tree work (TPOs/listed status)

• tell the gardener about underground cables, tanks or septic systems

• discuss disposal preferences (take away, compost, or leave on site) and any parking or permit requirements