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Gardener Charges in Sri Lanka (2026)
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Indicative 2026 rates for Colombo and the suburbs, based on Snapwerks quotes and published Sri Lankan market data. Outstation districts usually run 10-20% lower on labour. Expect the top of each range during the Avurudu rush in March and April and at the start of the monsoon. Always get the scope and the price in writing before work starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does a gardener cost per day in Sri Lanka?
A gardener charges Rs 3,500 to Rs 6,000 per day, or Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,800 per hour, in Colombo and the suburbs. A two-person team arriving with their own mower, trimmer and tools costs Rs 6,500 to Rs 11,000 per day.
2. What does regular garden maintenance cost?
A routine visit costs Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000 depending on plot size and what is included. Monthly plans with two or four visits are usually cheaper per visit than one-off calls, and are worth it in the monsoon when growth is fastest.
3. How much to cut down or trim a coconut tree?
Cutting back or felling a coconut or other large tree costs roughly Rs 6,000 to Rs 35,000 per tree. Price depends on height, lean, proximity to the roof or power lines, and whether the debris is removed. Only use someone with proper climbing gear and cover for damage.
4. What does new turf cost in Sri Lanka?
Supplying and laying turf costs about Rs 55 to Rs 150 per square foot, depending on the grass variety and how much levelling, topsoil and drainage the ground needs first. Malaysian and Australian carpet grasses cost more than local varieties.
5. When is the busiest time for gardeners?
Right through the southwest monsoon from May to September in Colombo and the west, when everything grows at once, and in the weeks before Avurudu in April when households want gardens tidy. Booking a standing monthly slot avoids paying the peak rate.
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