Hedge trimming in Melbourne typically costs $80–$200 for a small hedge, $200–$450 for a medium formal hedge, and $450–$900+ for large or badly overgrown hedges per visit — the exact price depends on length, height, access, and how much green waste needs removing.
Average Costs by Hedge Size
- Small hedges (under 1.5m, short runs): $80 – $200
- Medium formal hedges (1.5–2.5m): $200 – $450
- Large or overgrown hedges (2.5m+, long runs): $450 – $900+
- Ongoing maintenance visits (already-maintained hedges): typically 20–30% less than a one-off clean-up of the same hedge left to grow out.
Note: these are indicative estimates — get a free, exact quote for your hedge.
Most formal hedges need trimming two to four times during the growing season (spring through early autumn) to hold a crisp shape — fast growers like privet and photinia often need the higher end of that range. General horticultural maintenance guidance
What Affects the Price
- Length and height: Longer, taller hedges take more time and sometimes need elevated equipment.
- How overgrown it is: A hedge left unmaintained for a year or more takes significantly longer to reshape than a regularly trimmed one.
- Access: Narrow side gates or hedges backing onto neighbouring properties can slow the job down.
- Green waste volume: More material means more time bagging, chipping, and removing from site.
- Shaping complexity: Crisp formal edges and topiary shapes take longer than a simple flat-top tidy.
"A hedge trimmed on a schedule stays cheap to maintain forever. Left for a year or two, it becomes a much bigger — and pricier — job to bring back into shape."
One-Off Trim vs Maintenance Plan
If your hedge is already in reasonable shape, a monthly or seasonal maintenance plan almost always works out cheaper per visit than paying for occasional big clean-ups, because we're maintaining a shape rather than fighting a year of uncontrolled growth. If your hedge has been neglected for a while, expect the first visit to cost more — after that, a maintenance plan keeps it (and the price) under control.
DIY vs Professional
Small, low hedges are reasonable DIY territory with the right tools. Where professional help pays off is tall or long hedges (ladder work and access risk), formal shaping that needs a level, consistent line, and any job where green waste disposal would otherwise mean multiple trips to the tip. Many clients bundle hedge trimming with tree pruning in the same visit to save on a second call-out.
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How much does hedge trimming cost in Melbourne?
Small hedges typically cost $80–$200 per visit, medium formal hedges $200–$450, and large or overgrown hedges $450–$900+, depending on length, height, and access.
Is a maintenance plan cheaper than one-off trims?
Yes — regular maintenance visits are usually priced lower per visit than a single overgrown clean-up, since the hedge is easier to shape when it hasn't been left to grow out.
How often should hedges be trimmed?
Most formal hedges need 2–4 trims per year during the growing season (spring through early autumn); fast growers like privet may need more.
What affects the price of hedge trimming?
Length and height, how overgrown it is, access for equipment, green waste volume, and whether formal shaping or a simple tidy-up is required.
Do you remove the green waste after trimming?
Yes, full green waste removal is included in our hedging and garden maintenance service — your site is left clean and tidy.
