Hire top gardeners near Lawnton

Find 68 gardeners within 15 km of Lawnton 4501. Compare ratings, reviews, and credentials from local professionals.

Write your job once

We'll contact local gardeners for you.

Instant price estimate

See a scoped range for your job before you talk to anyone.

Compare multiple quotes

Up to 3 local gardeners quote your job — no obligation.

68+local providers

Get an instant price estimate

What's your job?

Find another job

How would you describe your lawn right now?

2

Estimated range

$193 – $315

$155$876

Guide pricing only. Final quotes vary by scope, access, materials, and site conditions.

Free estimate · Quotes from 3+ tradies

4.68

Average rating of gardeners within 15 km of Lawnton · 637 public reviews

Ranked by distance, ratings and profile completeness.

Browse 68 gardeners

within 15km · Page 1 of 6

We can help you find the right gardener

Describe your job once, we’ll tell you what we think it should cost and then put you in contact with gardeners until you find the right quote.

  1. 1

    Tell us about your job

    Describe the job once, we'll remember it so you don't have to say it again.

  2. 2

    Get a price estimate

    Know roughly what your job should cost before you speak to a tradie.

  3. 3

    Choose the best gardener

    Compare prices and available credentials side by side, with no obligation to proceed.

What to expect when hiring gardeners in Lawnton

Where gardeners near Lawnton are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where gardeners near Lawnton are based

Of the 68 gardeners listed, 2 are based in Lawnton and 24 within 10 km, the most in North Lakes, Aspley and Bray Park. The other 18 are based more than 15 km away.

based in Lawnton
2
based within 10 km
24
based within 15 km
50
based further away
18

Gardeners based in each suburb

  • None listed yet
  • Water

The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

Show suburbs as a list

More gardeners based here

Around Lawnton: where gardeners are basedMap of the suburbs within about 10 km of Lawnton where gardeners are based, from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Suburbs are shaded from light to dark teal by how many gardeners are based there; Lawnton is outlined. A list of suburbs grouped by band follows the map.
Suburb boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good gardener in Lawnton

Lawnton has plenty of well-reviewed gardeners to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Most gardeners here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical gardener has 9 reviews. Of the 56 rated gardeners within 15 km of Lawnton, 8 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.

SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.

average rating
4.68
typical reviews
9
what the best have
4.8★ · 20+

Star rating

57% of gardeners here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 9 or fewer reviews

Best: 20+ reviews

How does that compare to other suburbs?

SuburbAverage star rating
Strathpine City58 rated gardeners10 typical reviews
4.69
Strathpine58 rated gardeners10 typical reviews
4.69
Bray Park57 rated gardeners9 typical reviews
4.68
Lawnton56 rated gardeners9 typical reviews
4.68
Petrie51 rated gardeners9 typical reviews
4.65
Frenchs Forest51 rated gardeners9 typical reviews
4.65

What gardening costs

Across Australia, gardening typically runs $193 – $315 for lawn mow & edge, and $220 – $413 for garden tidy-up.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Lawnton. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.

Things to consider before you book

The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a gardener.

Elevated Wind Area
Warm Humid Zone
Above-Average Rainfall
Very High Termite Risk
  • Wind Exposure

    Lawnton is in an elevated wind area — gardener work should use fixings rated for higher wind loads. Make sure your quote specifies wind-appropriate materials.

  • Moisture Management and Drier-Month Scheduling

    Lawnton's warm, humid climate means moisture management matters for any exterior work. Good ventilation and moisture barriers prevent issues behind surfaces.

  • Schedule Outdoor Work for Drier Months

    Lawnton gets more rain than most areas — gardener work benefits from scheduling in the drier months. Your tradie will work around the forecast, but booking ahead gives the best run of clear days.

  • High Termite Activity

    Lawnton has very high termite activity — annual inspections are essential, and any work involving timber or ground contact should factor in termite management.

Best time of year for gardening in Lawnton

Ideal months: April to June and September to October.

IdealWorkableLess suitable

Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.

What's in a good Gardening quote?

A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each gardener's quote covers before you choose.

Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.

  • 01
    Green waste removal

    Whether clippings, weeds and prunings are taken away.

  • 02
    Task breakdown

    Each job listed separately: mowing, pruning, weeding.

  • 03
    Plant and mulch specs

    Species names, pot sizes, and mulch type and depth.

  • 04
    ABN and insurance

    Both on the quote so you are covered.

  • 05
    Quote expiry

    How long the price is locked in, usually 30 days.

Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.

  • Recent, genuine reviews

    Read the latest ones, not just the count

  • Experience near you

    Jobs like yours, done locally

  • Credentials for the job

    Licence, insurance and business details

  • A clear written quote

    Itemised, so you can compare like-for-like

Do gardeners need a licence in QLD?

Gardeners need a licence in QLD for jobs over $3,300.

Mowing, weeding, planting and pruning need no licence. Structural landscaping, such as retaining walls, does.

Licence
Contractor licence (Structural landscaping (trade))
Categories
Builder restricted to structural landscaping

Sources: Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991, qbcc.qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring gardeners

Does wind exposure matter for gardener work in Lawnton?
Yes — Lawnton is in an elevated wind area, so external fixings and installations should be rated for higher wind loads. This is standard practice for the area — make sure your quote reflects it.
Does humidity affect gardener work in Lawnton?
Lawnton's warm, humid conditions mean water-based finishes need extra drying time and moisture barriers are important behind any exterior surface. Scheduling exterior work for the drier months gives the best result.
Does rain affect scheduling gardener work in Lawnton?
Lawnton gets more rainfall than the Australian average, so gardener work benefits from targeting the drier months. Your tradie will work around the weather, but planning ahead means fewer delays.
Is termite risk a concern for gardener work in Lawnton?
Lawnton has very high termite activity. If your job involves timber or ground contact, termite treatment should be part of the scope. Annual professional inspections are recommended for all properties here.
How do I get the best value for gardener work in Lawnton?
Getting three quotes is the best way to compare value for gardener work in Lawnton. Ask each tradie about options at different price points — there's usually a good mid-range choice. Compare what's included in each quote to make sure you're comparing like for like.

Gardeners based in Lawnton

Request quotes from gardeners in Lawnton

Describe your job once and compare quotes from gardeners in Lawnton.

  • Verified Tradies
  • Personalised Price Estimate
  • Compare Quotes
  • Free For Homeowners