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Great job in weeding and pruning shrubs. Cleaned up after the job.
Weeding and shrub trimming
$150
Steffen did a great job of our back garden. Very good at communicating, would highly recommend!!
Lawn grass in back garden, bush trimming and weeding in front garden
$100
Alan and team were excellent. Everything was done they worked extremely hard and had no issues. Highly recommend, thank you very much!
Mowing long grass, weeds removal, tree and bush trimming
$2,500
Rob is a fantastic AirTasker, I will highly recommend without hesitation. Prompt and energetic, will definitely get his services again
Lawn mowing & bush trimming, Garden maintenance, Mower Whipper Snipper
$100
Very well done. Thanks Johnny!
Garden clean-up, weed removal, tree/shrub trimming,green waste removal
$250
What's the average cost of a shrub & bush trimming specialist
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$180
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Why hire a shrub and bush trimming service through Airtasker?
If you're looking for quick and reliable tree and shrub trimming services near you, Airtasker is here to help. We have plenty of experts who are ready to help with taming your unruly shrubs and bushes and getting your garden back in tip-top shape.
Don't have the time or the tools to keep your shrubs and bushes in order? Save yourself the headache and book a bush trimming service near you. You don't have to search endlessly online or just settle for whoever's available. Through Airtasker, you can easily connect with experienced trimming specialists who can quickly trim your shrubs and return your garden to its vibrant and healthy condition.
All you need to do is put up your task on our platform, and you're all set! Local bush trimming service providers near you will soon reach out to you and offer you their deals. You can check their profiles and compare their rates so you can hire the Tasker who best fits the job.
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Top Shrub & Bush Trimming related questions
The best time for a shrub and bush trimming depends on the type of plant you have. Flowering shrubs that bloom in early spring can be trimmed right away after they bloom while those that blossom during summer should be done during winter or the early stages of spring. Non-flowering plants, on the other hand, can be trimmed right after new growth has completely developed.
How long it takes to trim shrubs and bushes all boils down to the size of your shrub and the amount of work required. Most shrubs and bushes can be cut away within a day. The exact time can vary depending on how many deceased or damaged branches and stems need to be removed. If you need a shrub removal near you that's quick and safe, you can hire a Tasker, and they'll happily go over the job with you.
Proper care for your shrubs and bushes can highly encourage their growth and overall health. The most important tip is to water them once a week while checking that the soil has completely absorbed the water. Water provides essential nutrients for your shrubs to survive and thrive. You should also regularly inspect your shrubs for any signs of pests and diseases and have them removed as soon as possible once you notice any damage.
How often you need to trim your shrubs and bushes generally depends on the type and species of your greenery. Most shrubs such as evergreens require trimming twice or thrice a year between May to September while rapidly-growing conifers such as privet and leylandii need more regular cutting throughout the year. If you find you're having a hard time keeping track, you can hire a Tasker for a shrub removal service near you to make things easier.
Yes, they can! If you have a conflict in schedule, that's no problem. You can still book reliable tree and bush trimming near you. Taskers can readily trim your shrubs and bushes even without your physical presence as long as they have your approval beforehand. Don't forget to let your tasker know as well in case you have any specific requests such as removing particular shrubs or trimming only a particular section of your garden.
Airtasker is a great place to outsource all kinds of garden-related tasks. Aside from your garden hedge trimming, you can also book a tree removal in case you have overgrown trees that are getting too close to power lines or obstructing your walkways. We also have Taskers who can help you with all your soil removal needs so you can get your excess soil cleared and removed right away from your property.
If you’re looking for related services near you, some of the most popular on Airtasker right now include Weeding, Garden Tidy Up, Garden Maintenance, Garden Planting, and Hedge Trimming. Whatever you need done, you can post a task and get offers from local Taskers near you.
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What do shrub and bush trimming services include?
Shrub and bush trimming services involve removing any dead or damaged branches and stems from your shrubs, bushes, and other greenery. At Airtasker, you can easily find a shrub trimming service near you. Taskers can inspect your shrub beforehand and prepare the right equipment and gear before diving into the trimming work. They can also help clean up your property once the service is complete. For a better idea of what our shrub trimming service entails, here are more details:
Pre-Trimming Preparation
Before starting any trimming job, your Tasker first inspects the current condition of your shrubs and bushes. It involves taking note of any areas with more overgrowth and making sure that no stray animals such as cats, possums, and squirrels are left hiding in your greenery. The next step includes laying a tarpaulin or groundsheet around the entire shrub. Doing so makes cleaning up after much easier as it catches any branches, leaves, or other debris that fall to the ground during the trimming work.
Your Tasker also prepares the proper tools and equipment such as hedge trimmers, chainsaws, hedge shears, and rubbish bags and bins. Since a bush trimming service carries certain risks, your Tasker also dons protective clothing before starting the work. This helps avoid any major or minor accidents such as bruises, cuts, scrapes, and eye and impact injuries.
Shrub and bush trimming
When left to grow on their own, shrubs and bushes can become out of control and leave an unsightly mess in your garden or lawn. Trimming helps you not only to avoid this but to improve the overall size and shape of your bush. Your Tasker starts your tree and bush trimming service by cutting away along the top while keeping the shrub level even. The base of your shrub must always be wider than the top to let the sun's rays penetrate your entire shrub.
Your Tasker then continues trimming with smooth, even strokes to keep the sides balanced and avoid over trimming. They remove diseased and damaged branches to retain the plant's health and check your entire shrub for early signs of pest damage. The last step involves your Tasker inspecting your bush from a distance and removing any remaining branches that look out of place.
Post-trimming cleanup
After the trimming work, your Tasker cleans your property from top to bottom. The tarpaulin placed underneath your bush can catch most bush clippings, trimmings, and other debris but any branches and stems that have flown away to other areas in your property are gathered and placed in the proper rubbish bins.
You can also ask your Tasker to conduct a complete garden clearance if you have any remaining dirt and debris that can obstruct your paths and walkways. They can even mow your lawn, remove weeds from your other greenery, and do other garden tidy-up tasks at your request.
Recent Shrub & Bush Trimming tasks
Lawn mowing, weeding and bush trimming 700m² property
$320
Seven Hills NSW 2147, Australia
31st Oct 2026
Hi, I’m looking for someone to come and tidy up the garden. The property is approximately 700 square metres (including house) The job includes: • Mowing the lawn • Removing weeds (garden beds and edges) • Trimming/cutting back bushes and shrubs I need it done before Tuesday mid day if possible Located in seven hills Please send me your availability and quote. Photos of the garden are available if you need them. Thanks! Type of gardening: Garden cleanup, Whipper snipping, Weeding, Hedge trimming, Lawn mowing Size of garden: Above 300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Weeding and general gardening bush trimming and leaf blowing/sweeping
$200
Castlecrag NSW 2068, Australia
27th Oct 2026
Weeding and general garden clean up Type of gardening: Weeding, Garden cleanup Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Turned up on time and was quick and did a good job.
Bush trimming and removal of clippings
$100
Glenorchy TAS 7010, Australia
27th Oct 2026
Bush trimming and removal of clippings Type of gardening: Hedge trimming Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No
Front Garden Cleanup – Weeding & Bush Trimming
$120
Keysborough VIC 3173, Australia
25th Oct 2026
Clean up on the Front Small garden - remove weeds & trim 2x bushes Type of gardening: Weeding, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Great experience! The work was completed as requested, and was polite, friendly, and easy to communicate with. Would happily recommend!
Garden Tidy-Up, Whipper Snipping, Hedge & Shrub Trimming
$350
Rosebery NT 0832, Australia
25th Oct 2026
Location: Antonino Drive, Rosebery NT 0832 Looking for someone experienced in garden maintenance to give my front, back and side gardens a thorough tidy-up. Work required: * Whipper snip taller weeds and overgrown patches throughout the front and back yards. * Neatly edge around garden beds, pathways, driveways, fences and the fire water pump manhole cover. * Thoroughly tidy the side passage of the house, cutting back overgrown grass, weeds and vegetation along the fence line and around the pool pump equipment. I’d like this area properly cleared and trimmed down so it looks tidy and accessible, taking care around pipes and electrical equipment. * Trim back and shape overgrown hedges, shrubs and plants throughout the property. * Lightly prune plants and palms where appropriate, removing dead or brown foliage. * Weed and clean out garden beds, including removing dead leaves, branches and accumulated debris. * Rake up clippings and leave garden beds, pathways and paved areas clean and presentable. Important information: * No lawn mowing required, as the grass is currently short and dry. * No tree removal, major tree pruning or landscaping required. * Green waste bin available on-site. No tip runs needed. Any excess waste can be left neatly piled in an agreed location. * Outdoor power points available. * Happy for work to commence from 7 am to avoid the heat. * Please bring your own whipper snipper, hedge trimmer and other necessary gardening equipment. Photos attached showing all areas requiring attention. I’m looking for a thorough garden tidy-up rather than a quick whipper snip. The priority is cutting back overgrown vegetation, tidying the side areas, shaping the shrubs and leaving everything neat and maintained. Please include all labour and equipment costs in your offer. Type of gardening: Whipper snipping, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup, Weeding Size of garden: Above 300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Great young bloke. Excellent communicator and very prompt. Amazing work with the yard and gardening. He is very thorough and he definitely knows what he’s doing! Would definitely hire him again!
Garden tidy-up – hedging, rose pruning & bush trimming
$250
Pascoe Vale South VIC 3044, Australia
19th Oct 2026
Looking for someone experienced with garden maintenance to give our garden a good tidy-up. Jobs include: • Trim and shape hedges • Prune/clip back rose bushes • Trim back and shape overgrown bushes/shrubs • General tidy-up of garden areas once finished • Remove/clean up all green waste and clippings Looking for someone who knows how to prune and shape plants properly rather than just cutting everything back. Please bring your own gardening tools/equipment. When making an offer, please let me know your gardening experience and whether green waste removal is included. Type of gardening: Hedge trimming Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Light Gardening. Weeding, bush trimming, whipper snipper
$100
Shoalwater WA 6169, Australia
18th Oct 2026
Wedding, whipper snipper, bush trimming, paving areas de-weeded. Areas are not hugely let go, this is just a small tidy up. Synthetic grass has a few weeds popping thru along perimeter and seams. Back gate on lane has tall weeds that can be trimmed down. Garage grate has a couple weeds, front entrance paving as a few weeds that need removal, garden beds have a few weeds that need pulling and a could have front entrance bushes need trimming back into shape. Type of gardening: Garden cleanup, Whipper snipping, Weeding, Hedge trimming Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Gardening and bush trimming
$120
Parkdale VIC 3195, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Hedge to be cut down to just above fence line as growing over the fence. Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Weed mowing and bush trimming
$100
Bonner ACT 2914, Australia
16th Oct 2026
Weed and a small patch mowing with a bush trim Type of gardening: Hedge trimming, Weeding, Lawn mowing Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Garden Tidy-Up Needed: Mowing, Weeding & Bush Trimming
$150
Melbourne VIC 3975, Australia
13th Oct 2026
We are looking for someone to help tidy up our garden after we've both been dealing with injuries and haven't been able to keep up with regular maintenance. Tasks include: Mowing the lawn at the front of the property (council-owned nature strip only) Weeding in the small backyard Some weeding in the front garden area Trimming/pruning two bush-type plants at the rear of the property Please note: The yard is currently a bit overgrown and unkempt due to missed maintenance. There is no front yard or backyard lawn requiring mowing apart from the front nature strip. Photos provided to show the current condition. Please let us know: Your experience with garden maintenance What equipment you will bring We're looking for someone reliable who can help us get the garden looking neat and manageable again. Thanks! Type of gardening: Weeding, Garden cleanup, Whipper snipping, Lawn mowing Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Front Yard Garden Clean-Up, Weeding & Shrub Trimming
$200
Oaklands Park SA 5046, Australia
12th Oct 2026
Looking for an experienced gardener to give my front yard a thorough clean-up. Tasks include: Remove weeds between pavers, including the driveway, pathways and side gate area. Clear weeds from garden beds, preferably removing roots to minimise regrowth. Lightly trim and shape the hedges along the fence. Cut back overgrown shrubs to reduce their size and give them a neat, natural shape. Remove weeds and overgrowth along the front fence and sliding gate. General clean-up, including removal of garden waste. Please take care to preserve the existing plants and flowers. Own gardening tools and equipment required. Photos attached for reference. Please confirm whether green waste removal is included in your offer. Type of gardening: Weeding, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Great experience with Marc! Easy to communicate with, reliable and professional. He did a thorough job cleaning up my front garden, and everything looks neat and tidy. Very happy with the result!
Small garden needs bush trimming and lawn cut North Perth
$200
North Perth WA 6006, Australia
7th Oct 2026
A small garden at the back of the house needs lawn cut, bushes trimmed and general tidy up. Type of gardening: Lawn mowing, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Efficient hard-working bloke. He transformed our garden within a couple of hours.
Lawn Mowing, Thorough Weeding & Bush Trimming
$200
North Kellyville NSW, Australia
5th Oct 2026
Hi, looking for someone to help clean up our front and back yard: Lawn Mowing & Edging: Front yard, back yard, and side passage. Weeding: Remove weeds from lawns, front garden bed, and side path. Bush Trimming: Trim and shape the front Firecracker bush neatly. Clean up: Blow clean all hard surfaces (pathways & driveway). Please bring your own equipment. Let me know if your price includes offsite green waste removal or packing into our green bin. Photos attached for reference! Type of gardening: Weeding, Lawn mowing, Hedge trimming Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Quick and professional
Front Yard General Clean-Up – Weeding & Bush Trimming
$150
Zuccoli NT, Australia
4th Oct 2026
Looking for someone to tidy up my front yard and give it a good general clean-up. Job includes: * Remove weeds from garden beds and front yard * Trim/clip bushes and shrubs * Cut back any overgrown areas * Remove dead leaves and general garden debris * Leave the area neat and tidy * Green waste to be removed/disposed of if possible No major landscaping required — just a good general tidy-up to make the front yard look clean and presentable. Please bring your own gardening tools and equipment. Type of gardening: Weeding, Garden cleanup, Whipper snipping Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Very happy ! Great guy really good at his job
Hand pull weed and bush trimming
$100
Berwick VIC 3806, Australia
21st Sep 2026
Weeding, tidy up the yard and trim small bush Type of gardening: Weeding Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Adam is easy going and very punctual and did an awesome job clearing the weeds and trimming the bushes. Highly recommended and will engage him next time!! Thank you
Shrub trimming
$100
Kedron QLD 4031, Australia
20th Sep 2026
Small hedge trimmed Type of gardening: Hedge trimming Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No
Hedge and bush trimming plus 1 vine removed from wall. 1-2 hrs
$150
Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia
17th Sep 2026
3m front hedge trimmed, bush trimming along fence perimeter, 1 small vine removed from wall. No lawn mowing. Type of gardening: Hedge trimming Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Great job - at short notice
Backyard lawn mow, weeding, hedge/shrub trimming & general garden tidy
$280
Frankston VIC 3199, Australia
15th Sep 2026
Looking for someone to give my front and backyard a thorough general garden tidy-up. Work required: * Mow all lawn areas (front and backyard) * Whipper snip/edge around fences, garden beds, paths and decking * Remove weeds from lawn and garden beds * Trim/prune overgrown bushes and shrubs where required * Tidy up garden beds * Remove grass, weeds and garden debris * General pruning and garden maintenance * Blow/sweep decking, paths and other hard surfaces clean * Leave both front and backyard neat and presentable Photos attached show the backyard condition. There is also work required in the front yard. Please bring your own mower, whipper snipper, pruning/hedge tools and other equipment required. Green waste can be placed in my green waste bin. If there is more waste than the bin can accommodate, please let me know before starting. This is a one-off thorough tidy-up, with the possibility of ongoing garden maintenance every few weeks if the work is good. Please provide an offer based on the photos and description. For established plants/shrubs, I’m after light pruning/reshaping rather than aggressive cutting back unless discussed first. Type of gardening: Lawn mowing, Weeding, Whipper snipping, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Hedge/bush trimming along a fence line
$300
Caulfield South VIC, Australia
5th Sep 2026
Some overgrowth needs trimming back and removal of the branches
Very fast to respond and action the work Excellent stuff thank you
Bush trimming removal
$80
Southport QLD, Australia
25th May 2026
Had our hedges trimmed on the weekend just need someone to pick them up and take them to the tip for us. Trailer needed
Chris was super prompt and got the work done in no time