How much does a gardener charge in Lucknow in 2026?

A gardener in Lucknow charges ₹270–₹4500 depending on the job in 2026. Lawn mowing (per visit) costs about ₹270–₹720, while bigger jobs go higher. Visit/inspection is usually ₹100–300, adjusted into the final bill. Material is normally billed separately.

What is the cheapest and most expensive gardener job?

The lowest-cost gardener job in Lucknow is lawn mowing (per visit) (from ₹270), and the highest is monthly garden maintenance (up to ₹4500). Always get the job-specific rate before work starts.

Is it cheaper to hire a gardener directly than through an app?

Yes. Commission-based apps add 15–30% on top of the worker's rate, so you pay more while the gardener earns less. On Solve24 you contact verified gardeners directly and pay them directly — zero platform commission — so the rates above are what you actually pay.

Does gardener cost include materials?

No — the rates above are labour only. Materials (parts, fittings, paint, etc.) are billed separately at actual cost. Ask the gardener to quote labour and material separately, with the brand of any part, so the final bill is clear.

Pricing Guide · Lucknow

How much does a gardener charge in Lucknow?

Real gardener rates in Lucknow from verified workers. Prices below reflect the Lucknow market — no platform markup, these are what you pay the worker directly. Updated 2026.

Gardener rates in Lucknow (2026)

Below are typical gardener charges in Lucknow for 5 common jobs. Lucknow runs about 10% below the pan-India base due to local labour market dynamics. Final quote depends on job complexity, tools and materials (usually billed separately).

Job	Lucknow range	Notes
Lawn mowing (per visit)	₹270 – ₹720
Hedge trimming	₹360 – ₹1,080
Seasonal planting	₹450 – ₹1,800
Monthly garden maintenance	₹1,800 – ₹4,500
Pest control for plants	₹360 – ₹1,080

Gardener rates in metros (Mumbai / Delhi / Bangalore)

Tier-1 metros run 20-40% higher than the base rate above. Here's what a Mumbai resident typically pays:

Job	Mumbai range
Lawn mowing (per visit)	₹390 – ₹1,040
Hedge trimming	₹520 – ₹1,560
Seasonal planting	₹650 – ₹2,600
Monthly garden maintenance	₹2,600 – ₹6,500
Pest control for plants	₹520 – ₹1,560

Delhi and Bangalore typically match or slightly exceed Mumbai rates due to high labour demand. See the full city breakdown further down.

Gardener rates in tier-2 cities (Indore / Jaipur / Lucknow)

Tier-2 cities typically pay 10-20% less than the pan-India base — labour and travel costs are lower, and the market is less saturated with managed platforms.

Job	Indore range	Jaipur range
Lawn mowing (per visit)	₹270 – ₹720	₹290 – ₹760
Hedge trimming	₹360 – ₹1,080	₹380 – ₹1,140
Seasonal planting	₹450 – ₹1,800	₹480 – ₹1,900
Monthly garden maintenance	₹1,800 – ₹4,500	₹1,900 – ₹4,750
Pest control for plants	₹360 – ₹1,080	₹380 – ₹1,140

What affects the final gardener quote?

Job complexity. A straightforward task quotes at the low end; anything behind walls, at height, or needing specialised tools trends higher.
Materials. Rates above are labour-only. Parts, fixtures and consumables are charged at actual cost — always ask for brand + model when the part is significant.
Time of day. Night visits (after 9 PM) and Sundays typically carry a 20–30% emergency surcharge.
City tier. A gardener in Mumbai can cost 40% more than the same job in Jaipur.
Managed platforms add 20–40% on top of the worker's actual rate. Solve24 adds zero — you pay the worker directly.

How to avoid being overcharged

Get a quote before the visit. Send a photo of the problem — any verified gardener on Solve24 can give a ballpark in minutes.
Confirm the visit charge. Most professionals charge ₹100–300 to inspect; this is normally adjusted against the final bill if you hire them.
Get labour and material priced separately. A ₹2,000 part and ₹500 labour is very different from ₹2,500 bundled.
Check ratings and reviews. A gardener with 20+ reviews and 4.5★+ rarely surprise-bills.
Pay after the job is done and tested.

City-wise gardener rate comparison

Sample: "Lawn mowing (per visit)" across major cities.

City	Range	Multiplier
Mumbai	₹390 – ₹1,040	1.30×
Delhi	₹380 – ₹1,000	1.25×
Bangalore	₹390 – ₹1,040	1.30×
Gurgaon	₹390 – ₹1,040	1.30×
Hyderabad	₹350 – ₹920	1.15×
Pune	₹360 – ₹960	1.20×
Chennai	₹350 – ₹920	1.15×
Kolkata	₹300 – ₹800	1.00×
Lucknow	₹270 – ₹720	0.90×
Indore	₹270 – ₹720	0.90×
Jaipur	₹290 – ₹760	0.95×
Patna	₹260 – ₹680	0.85×
Bhopal	₹260 – ₹680	0.85×

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