{"id":23451,"date":"2025-06-12T18:58:23","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T08:58:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/?p=23451"},"modified":"2025-11-18T18:58:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T07:58:30","slug":"do-you-need-to-take-care-of-the-garden-and-other-outdoor-areas-at-the-end-of-your-lease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/do-you-need-to-take-care-of-the-garden-and-other-outdoor-areas-at-the-end-of-your-lease\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Need to Take Care of the Garden and Other Outdoor Areas at the End of Your Lease?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"End of lease garden clean-up\" class=\"wp-image-23469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/end-of-lease-garden-clean-up.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Virrage Images \/ Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A garden can be great &#8211; fresh air, sunny afternoons, maybe a spot to sit with a drink. It\u2019s very nice to have one in spring and summer. But gardens don\u2019t stay tidy on their own. You need to maintain yours if you want it to look its best. While some people do enjoy garden work, most don\u2019t and herein lies the challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you rent a house and there\u2019s a garden or outdoor area, you mustn\u2019t leave it off your to-do list. Landlords notice this stuff. If the garden looks good, you will get your full bond back. On the other hand, a messy yard could cost you part of your bond at the end of your lease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you will learn how to properly do an end of lease garden clean-up, so you may <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/get-security-deposit-back\/\">get your full deposit back<\/a>. But first, let\u2019s discuss something of importance\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tenants_garden_maintenance_responsibilities\">What are your garden maintenance responsibilities as a tenant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to end of lease gardening, many renters aren\u2019t sure what their job is and what the landlord\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Australia, tenants must keep the garden in reasonable condition and avoid damage. That&#8217;s the law. You don\u2019t have to make it perfect, but you can\u2019t leave it in disarray either. You need to return it in the same condition as you got it when you moved in. That\u2019s it, in a nutshell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As far as responsibilities go:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--normal\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tenants do the day-to-day stuff like regular lawn maintenance, light pruning, watering the plants and clearing any fallen leaves or branches;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landlords do the major stuff like tree trimming, removing big plants, and fixing broken fences.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p>But what if tenants decide they want to remove some plants, can they do it? Not without permission, otherwise you could be up for the cost. It&#8217;s best to always ask before you do anything major.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for who pays for garden maintenance, the truth is that It depends on what\u2019s in the lease. It also depends on the type of rental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--normal\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Houses<\/strong> &#8211; You\u2019re likely in charge of the whole yard, front and back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Units or apartments<\/strong> &#8211; There\u2019s usually less to do, but if you\u2019ve got a balcony or private courtyard, it\u2019s your job to keep it neat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shared gardens<\/strong> &#8211; These are common in blocks of flats. Tenants usually don\u2019t have to maintain them. The landlord or body corporate takes care of it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p>While laws in most Australian states are very similar when it comes to both a tenant and a landlord\u2019s responsibilities, you should consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bom.gov.au\/water\/restrictions\/index.php\">local council water restrictions<\/a>. If the lawn or plants die because of water rules or dry weather, that\u2019s not on you. The tenant doesn\u2019t get blamed for that. Still, if things start to look rough, like dead grass or trees dropping leaves, it\u2019s a good idea to let the property manager or landlord know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And a few words on dead plants. You as a tenant are responsible if the plants die because you didn\u2019t take care of them properly. Same goes if you accidentally damage them by overwatering, using the wrong products, or pulling them out without asking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if the plants were already in bad shape when you moved in, that\u2019s not on you. And if they died because of things you couldn\u2019t control, like extreme weather, drought, pests, or the already mentioned water restrictions, you\u2019re not likely to be held responsible. Also, if the landlord didn\u2019t set up proper irrigation or the garden\u2019s more complex than a basic yard, that can shift the responsibility back to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t\t<div class=\"cta-info-box\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"row\">\n\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"cta-info-box__image col-auto d-flex align-items-center\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/fantasticservices-com-blog\/assets\/images\/appIcons\/AppIcon76x76.png\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/figure> <!-- \/.cta-info-box__image -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta-info-box__body col\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Has your garden become a jungle?\nBook garden maintenance for a splendid yard.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btn-holder\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/gardening-services\/\" class=\"btn\" title=\"Has your garden become a jungle?\nBook garden maintenance for a splendid yard.\">Learn More<\/a> <!-- \/.btn -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.btn-holder -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.cta-info-box__body -->\n\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.row -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.cta-info-box -->\n\t<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rental_properties_outdoor_areas_to_maintain\">Common outdoor areas to maintain in rental properties<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a rundown of common outdoor spots and what you, as a tenant, should do to maintain them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--normal\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lawn maintenance <\/strong>&#8211; You\u2019ll need to mow the lawn regularly. If the lease says you need to edge it or remove clippings, do that too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flower beds and shrubs <\/strong>&#8211; Pull out weeds, water the plants, and don\u2019t let shrubs get wild.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trees and hedges<\/strong> &#8211; This one\u2019s tricky. Small hedges or low branches might be your responsibility to trim, but bigger trees are usually the landlord\u2019s.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patios, decks, and pathways<\/strong> &#8211; Sweep them. Get rid of dirt, cobwebs, and leaves. You might need to remove moss or clean stains if they\u2019ve built up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pools and water features<\/strong> &#8211; If your lease says you\u2019re responsible, you\u2019ll need to clean the pool, check the filter, and maybe balance the chemicals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fences and gates<\/strong> &#8211; You don\u2019t have to fix broken fences, but you should report any damage. If leaves or vines are building up, clear them away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p>Australia\u2019s weather varies a lot, so garden maintenance depends on where you live. In WA and SA, hot and dry summers can dry out the lawn quickly. Even with water restrictions, you still need to weed, sweep, and keep things tidy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In VIC and TAS, cooler winters slow plant growth, but you\u2019ll still need to clear fallen leaves and manage weeds. In QLD, the mix of rain and heat makes gardens grow fast, so you will have to mow and trim more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eot_outdoor_areas_care\">Care tips for garden and other outdoor areas before the lease ends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You know how many people have an <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/end-of-lease-cleaning-checklist\/\">end of lease cleaning checklist<\/a>? Well, consider this an additional one for your garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you move out, take a good look at the backyard. Walk around and see what\u2019s changed. Is the grass patchy? Are the flower beds full of weeds? Are hedges too tall or messy? Snap a few photos, especially if you have ones from when you first moved in. That way, you can compare and see what needs work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, you need to perform the essential gardening tasks before you move out. So, what are they?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with the basics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span><strong>Mow the lawn &#8211;<\/strong> Don\u2019t wait till the last minute. Mow once a week in the lead-up, so the grass looks healthy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span><strong>Weed the garden beds &#8211;<\/strong> Pull out weeds by hand or use a spray if allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span><strong>Water the plants &#8211;<\/strong> Give everything a drink, especially if you\u2019re in a dry state like WA or SA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span><strong>Prune hedges and small trees &#8211;<\/strong> Only trim what\u2019s safe and easy to reach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p>This is the kind of lawn and garden maintenance you can do in a weekend or two. But how long it takes depends on the size of the garden and how bad it\u2019s gotten. The good news is when you do all of that, you will notice your garden looks tidy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mind you, you don\u2019t have to spend a ton of money on your end of lease garden maintenance. Use vinegar and hot water to <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/killing-weeds-in-the-lawn-without-killing-the-grass\/\">kill weeds without killing the grass<\/a>. Wash patios or decks with warm soapy water and a broom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;If you don\u2019t have tools, borrow from a mate or check out a local tool library. Unless things are really out of control, you don\u2019t need to spend much or ask anybody for help. But what if they are and you are looking at a <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/overgrown-garden-makeover\/\">seriously overgrown garden<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the grass has gone wild or the hedges are a mess it might be time to call in the pros. A proper end of lease garden clean-up can save you stress, especially if you\u2019re short on time. Gardeners bring their own tools, know-how to deal with pests, prune trees the right way, and they\u2019ll do it quicker than you. Some gardening companies even offer fixed prices or special deals for end-of-lease jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And don\u2019t forget pests. If you spot ants, spiders, or large dead patches in the lawn, address the issue early. Or use pest control that\u2019s safe for pets and plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"check-price-box\">\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__body\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"check-price-box__title\">Don\u2019t let your garden spiral out of control!<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<p class=\"check-price-box__desc\">Check when you can have us for some garden care.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"form form--full-width form--check-price dynamic-helper\">\n    <form class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n        <div class=\"form__inner\">\n            <div class=\"form__field the-postfield-wrap\">\n                <span class=\"icon-holder\">\n                    <i class=\"icon-pointer\"><\/i>\n                <\/span>\n\n                <input class=\"field the-postfield\" type=\"text\" name=\"postcode-field\" placeholder=\"Enter your post code\" data-service-type=\"49\"\/>\n                <span class=\"focus-label\"><\/span>\n                <div class=\"field-error-msg\">Add a valid postcode e.g. 3000<\/div> <!-- \/.field-error-msg -->\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__field -->\n\n            <div class=\"form__btn submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n                <div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                    <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <input class=\"btn btn--large checkpPricesSubmit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Get a quote\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled\/>\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__btn -->\n        <\/div> <!-- \/.form__inner -->\n    <\/form>\n<\/div> <!-- \/.check-price-form -->\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__body -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__img\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/fantasticservices-com-blog\/assets\/images\/check-price-box\/cleaner.png\" alt=\"Don\u2019t let your garden spiral out of control!\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__img -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget card-widget--obf-form -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"risks_of_not_taking_care_of_the_garden\">What happens if you don\u2019t take care of the garden?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your lease ends, the landlord or agent will check the outdoor areas just like they check the inside. <strong>So, can a landlord keep your deposit for gardening and under what conditions? Yes, they can.<\/strong> If the lawn is overgrown, plants are dead, or weeds have taken over, they may see that as damage or poor upkeep. And if the property looked better when you moved in, they\u2019ve got a reason to charge you for getting it back to that standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overgrown grass is a common issue. If it\u2019s long and patchy, it won\u2019t be seen as reasonable wear and tear. Dead plants can also raise flags, especially if they were alive and healthy at the start of your lease. If flower beds are full of weeds, or there\u2019s garden mess blocking drains or covering paths, that\u2019s another problem. In some cases, a messy yard can even damage fences or brickwork if left for too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Now you might ask, can a landlord make you pay for a gardener? Yes, if they need to hire someone to deal with the mess you\u2019ve left behind. <\/strong>That cost could come straight out of your deposit. It depends on what\u2019s in your lease and how bad the garden is. If it\u2019s just a bit untidy, you might get a warning. But if the place looks like it\u2019s been ignored for months, they\u2019re likely to bring someone in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common_garden_maintenance_disputes\">Common garden maintenance disputes and how to avoid them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s hope things won\u2019t get this far, but if they do, these are some common situations you may face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overgrown garden resulting in a bond loss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Say you move out and leave the yard full of weeds and dry patches. The landlord pulls out move-in photos where the garden is neat and green. You\u2019ve got nothing to show what it looked like when you arrived. The tribunal would take one look and side with the landlord, and you will lose part of your bond, just like that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid it:<\/strong> Take photos or video of the garden (lawn, beds, hedges) when you move in and again before you leave. Use your pictures as proof that you didn\u2019t let it decline dramatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disputed routine upkeep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some tenants say they mowed, weeded or watered regularly, but the landlord disagrees. Without any record, it becomes a case of your word against your landlord\u2019s word. The tribunal can\u2019t rule in your favour if you lack evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid it:<\/strong> Keep a simple maintenance diary or checklist. Note dates when you mowed, pulled weeds or watered. If you ever need to defend your upkeep, this log supports your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fault due to weather or restrictions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.austlii.edu.au\/cgi-bin\/viewdoc\/au\/cases\/vic\/VCAT\/2015\/56.html?context=1;query=Alexopoulos%20v%20Morley%20;mask_path=\">Alexopoulos v\u202fMorley (Residential Tenancies)<\/a>, tenants had kept up with watering, but one shrub, a camellia, died. The landlord claimed neglect, but the tribunal found the landlord hadn\u2019t shown the plant\u2019s death was due to a lack of care. It might have died from heat or disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid it:<\/strong> Record any watering you do. Note when you follow water restrictions. If plants die from factors beyond your control like season, pests, councils, your records show you tried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confusion over garden jobs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some disputes happen when tenants aren\u2019t sure who should do what. That causes tension and bond claims later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid it:<\/strong> Always talk early. Ask the landlord or property manager what garden tasks are expected of you. Get it in writing or email, so you both agree. That way, no one can later say you missed your duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to negotiate if there\u2019s a disagreement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--normal\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Show your evidence in the form of photos, diary entries, condition reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Investigate. Maybe it\u2019s heat, a council rule, or normal aging of plants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer a compromise. Suggest you water more, pull weeds again, or chip in for a small fix if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay polite and clear. A good conversation now often stops things from escalating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"takeaways\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"block-title\">Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--normal\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tenants must return the garden in the same condition as when they moved in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Usually, tenants are responsible for small garden maintenance jobs, whereas landlords need to take care of larger jobs like tree pruning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t remove plants or make major changes without permission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take photos when you move in and out, and keep a maintenance log.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A garden can be great &#8211; fresh air, sunny afternoons, maybe a spot to sit with a drink. 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