Experienced Urban Gardener

METRO HORT GROUP, INC.; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Gardener/Horticulturalist to join their team. This full-time position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in urban gardening, showcasing expertise in plant care, pest management, and effective communication with clients. The ideal candidate will possess a keen aesthetic sense for arranging plants and the ability to work collaboratively in a close-knit team. If you have a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces and a strong work ethic, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the field of landscape design.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in urban gardening.
• Valid NY driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain urban gardens with attention to detail.
• Communicate professionally with clients and collaborate with team.

Skills

Knowledge of plant names and culture

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Aesthetic sense for plant arrangement

Understanding of plant diseases and pests

Positive attitude

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Drip irrigation systems

Landscape lighting systems

Job description

Start Date: 03/17/25
Compensation: $30 per hour

Holly, Wood & Vine, Ltd. is a long-established, full service landscape design/build firm, specializing in the design and construction of New York City brownstone backyard and terrace gardens. We are currently seeking a full-time Gardener/Horticulturalist, with a minimum of 5 years experience in all aspects of urban gardening.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of plant names and culture (fertilizing, soil preparation, planting, pruning, weeding, etc.).
• Ability to professionally and courteously communicate directly with clientele.
• Highly detailed work ethic.
• Keen aesthetic for combining and positioning plants in containers and planting beds.
• Good understanding of, and ability to treat, plant diseases and pests.
• Possess a good and positive attitude in all weather conditions.
• Valid NY driver’s license, with a clean driving record, and ability to drive a truck up to 16’.
• Experience purchasing plant material from wholesale nurseries on Long Island and in NJ.
• Capacity to think independently, identifying problems and solving them.
• Possess a working knowledge of drip irrigation and landscape lighting systems.
• Work constructively and collaboratively with a small, tight-knit group of gardening professionals.

Additional Information

Please send resume and cover letter to [e-mail].