Experienced Horticulturist/ Gardener

Full Job Description

At Greenspace Landscapes, we pride ourselves on delivering gardens with a high level of quality, detail and planting expertise for leading garden designers and private clients . We are looking for an experienced Head Gardener to assist in the care and management of private gardens. This is a hands on role.

GARDENER REQUIREMENTS

The applicant will need to be confident with and require a good level of experience in –

Plantsmanship and plant identification
Soft landscaping
Structural planting i.e mature trees, topiary and hedging, rootball and container grown
Herbaceous planting
Bed preparation
General garden maintenance
Horticultural expertise
Lawn care

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assisting in the management of the private gardens and scheduling any work required
Excellent communication with all members of the team and clients
Reporting on the progress of gardens and projects
Assisting in planting, installation and development of gardens

ESSENTIAL

– UK driving license 

– Varied and extensive gardening experience

– Extensive plant knowledge and plantsmanship

– Being able to use powered horticultural equipment and machinery

– Enthusiastic work ethic