Horticulturist Resume Guide

Reliable horticulturist with 6+ years of experience in public and private gardens. Deeply familiar with plant maintenance, including watering, pruning, and propagating. Wrote the horticulture column for The Daily Gardener for 2 years. Recognized as a top performer by senior management at XYZ Gardens on 3 occasions. Seeking to join ABC Garden’s team to share my passion for horticulture and help maintain its world-renowned reputation.

Diligent horticulturist with more than 7 years of experience in cultivating, propagating, and maintaining various species of plants. Experienced in troubleshooting pest and disease problems. Achieved a 90% success rate for new plantings at XYZ Botanical Gardens. Recognized as Employee of the Month 3 times for going above and beyond expectations.

Enthusiastic and passionate horticulturist with more than 7 years of experience in plant selection, care, and maintenance. In previous roles increased sales by 18% due to expert knowledge of nursery products and effective merchandising techniques. Proven ability to develop strong relationships with customers, providing them with the required level of support to ensure satisfaction.

Professional horticulturist with 8+ years of experience in the nursery and landscape industries. Areas of expertise include plant identification, selection, and care; soil preparation; irrigation; and pesticide/herbicide application. Seeking to leverage my knowledge and passion for horticulture to improve the ABC company’s bottom line. At XYZ Nursery, increased sales by 12% through improved customer service and product education efforts.

Talented horticulturist with more than a decade of experience in landscape design and maintenance. In previous roles, created award-winning gardens that increased property value by an average of 11%. Seeking to join the team at ABC Nursery where I can put my creative flair and horticultural knowledge to good use.

Committed and detail-oriented horticulturist with more than 7 years of experience in the industry. At XYZ, focused on delivering high-quality and cost-effective horticultural services to clients across various industries. Demonstrated expertise in developing comprehensive fertilizer programs, preventing and diagnosing plant pests/diseases, and maintaining landscapes according to best practices.

Driven and passionate horticulturist with more than 10 years of experience in landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team. In previous roles increased client satisfaction ratings by 27% due to excellent customer service and high-quality workmanship. Seeking an opportunity to use my skills and knowledge to contribute to the ABC team.

Passionate horticulturist with 5+ years of experience working in a greenhouse and nursery environment. Extensive knowledge of plant care, including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control. Familiar with a wide range of plant varieties and their ideal growing conditions. Skilled at using various horticultural tools and equipment.

Seasoned horticulturist with 8+ years of experience in the cultivation and maintenance of plants, trees, and shrubs. In previous roles increased plant yield by 15% on average through improved irrigation techniques. Certified Arborist with a track record of maintaining the health and appearance of landscapes while adhering to budget constraints.

• Advised clients on the best type of plants and flowers to grow in their gardens, based on climate, soil quality and amount of sunlight available.
• Optimized plant growth and yield by creating customized fertilizer blends and irrigation schedules, resulting in a 20% increase in crop production for 2 farmers.
• Structured new planting beds and redesigned existing garden layouts for 6 private residences, incorporating features such as rockeries, water features and seating areas.
• Successfully propagated over 100 different species of plants from cuttings, seeds & bulbs; developed a new hybrid rose variety that was resistant to black spot fungus.
• Introduced cost-saving initiatives that reduced watering time by 2 hours per week for the municipal flowerbeds maintained by my team; also decreased herbicide & pesticide usage by 30%.

• Coordinated the planting, care and maintenance of over 200 trees, shrubs and flower beds for a major hotel chain; ensured that the landscaping always looked its best.
• Designed new garden layouts for private residences and commercial properties, taking into account the client’s budget, style preferences and the existing terrain.
• Expedited the growth of plants using different horticultural techniques such as hydroponics, grafting and cross-breeding; successfully grew a batch of roses in half the usual time.
• Consistently provided expert advice on plant selection, soil preparation, pest control and other gardening matters to both amateur and professional clients.
• Improved yields by 20% on average through effective irrigation management and judicious use of fertilizers/pesticides; also minimized water usage by 30% through xeriscaping methods.

• Weeded flower beds, gardens and greenhouses for 7 hours every week, ensuring that only the desired plants remained.
• Trained new employees in plant identification, bed preparation and weed management techniques.
• Created a planting schedule for annuals, biennials and perennials which optimized growth and minimized maintenance requirements.
• Pruned shrubs, bushes and trees according to industry best practices; increased the health of over 50% of the plants under my care.
• Accurately identified over 200 different species of plants and flowers.

• Developed and revised horticultural plans and programs for clients, based on thorough analysis of their needs and desired results.
• Achieved a 98% success rate in executing horticultural plans and programs, as measured by client satisfaction surveys.
• Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date with latest advancements in the field of horticulture.
• Thoroughly researched various plant species to determine which ones would be best suited for each individual client’s needs.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients, providing them with expert advice and guidance on all aspects of horticulture.

• Compiled a database of over 300 plant species, their common and scientific names, growth requirements and recommended uses.
• Resourcefully sourced cheaper yet high-quality planting materials from local nurseries to save the company 20% on costs.
• Sold $4,000 worth of flowers and plants at the weekly farmer’s market stall; increased sales by 50% after introducing a loyalty card scheme.
• Grew a wide variety of fruit and vegetables in the greenhouse using different soil mixtures, mulches and irrigation systems; reduced water usage by 30%.
• Represented the horticulture club in intercollegiate flower shows; won 1st prize for 3 consecutive years with innovative garden designs featuring sustainable gardening practices.

• Proficiently managed the care of over 500 different plant species, including watering, fertilizing, pruning and repotting.
• Pestered pests off of plants using various organic and chemical methods; successfully kept all plants free from disease and infestation.
• Harvested fruits, vegetables and herbs at peak ripeness to ensure optimal flavor and freshness; averaged 15 pounds per hour during busy periods.
• Formulated new soil mixes for specific types of plants to improve drainage, reduce compacting and encourage growth; created an instructional guide for staff members to reference.
• Planted seeds, bulbs & seedlings according to spacing requirements in order to achieve desired results; increased the rate of germination by 10% on average through precise depth control & consistent moisture levels.

• Prepared and applied soil amendments, herbicides, fungicides and pesticides to horticultural crops.
• Substantially increased crop yields by implementing an effective nutrient management program.
• Irrigated crops using drip irrigation systems and monitored water usage to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Maintained records of crop production, fertilizer and pesticide applications, irrigation schedules and other important information.
• Facilitated the sale of horticultural products by grading, packing and labeling fresh produce for market.

• Fertilized and watered over 500 plants daily, ensuring that they received the nutrients needed for optimal growth.
• Independently researched and implemented new gardening methods that resulted in a 15% reduction in water usage.
• Reduced pesticide use by 50% after conducting trials to find natural alternatives that would be just as effective.
• Reorganized the nursery layout to create a more efficient workflow and save time when retrieving plants for customers.
• Presented educational seminars on plant care and propagation which increased interest in horticulture among the local community.

Bachelor of Science in Horticulture
Educational Institution XYZ
Nov 2011

Certified Horticulturist
American Society for Horticultural Science
May 2017