economy
April 17, 2026
She hired a gardener for two hours: She froze when he presented her with the bill
Maintaining yards and gardens was relatively affordable for most citizens until recently, but prices in this sector have risen significantly in the meantime. Antonela found this out when she spent as much as 400 euros to tidy up her mother's garden in just two hours.
TL;DR
- Garden maintenance costs have risen significantly, making services less accessible.
- One woman was charged 400 euros for two hours of garden tidying, plus 50 euros for waste removal.
- The price increase is linked to more expensive fuel, higher labor costs, and a lack of workers.
- Customers are frustrated by the lack of clear pricing criteria and precise estimates.
- The high cost is turning garden ownership into a luxury, forcing many to do their own yard work.
- Neighbors shared similar experiences of high costs for tree cutting and horticultural consultations.