Prince Andrew’s Royal Lodge risks spiraling ‘out of control’ as new maintenance prices are revealed

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poised to leave the Royal Lodge after his brother King Charles cut him off financially late last year.In a desperate bid to pinch a few pennies, Andrew has kept himself busy by taking on yard work at the house after no longer being able to afford help.As a result, the 21-acre garden is in a “shocking state.”Now it appears as though Andrew is in need of a “professional intervention” if he wants the estate looking as good as it once did, a UK property expert told GB News.“Without regular attention, overgrowth can quickly spiral out of control, requiring professional intervention to restore order,” Terry Fisher told the outlet.“Maintaining 21 acres of gardens at a property like Royal Lodge would typically require a dedicated team of four to six gardeners, depending on the complexity of the landscaping.”Fisher went on, “Costs can vary, but hiring experienced gardeners could range from $37,000 to $50,000 annually per gardener, meaning the total annual maintenance bill could easily exceed $190,000.”“This would cover routine tasks like mowing, pruning, planting, and general upkeep to ensure the grounds remain in top condition,” he noted.Despite the royal’s best efforts at developing a green thumb, the 30-room mansion is reportedly surrounded by shrubbery and woodland.It mimics the situation inside the residence, after Charles kickstarted the process of removing precious artifacts due to maintenance and security concerns.Andrew has resided at the sprawling property since 2004 and currently lives there with his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.He narrowly avoided eviction last year after finding a mystery financial backer at the eleventh hour.He has since faced calls from the UK government to reveal the source of his newfound.