Urban Horticulturist

Urban Horticulturist Wisteria & Rose Charlestown, MA Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Seasonal | Full-time $21 - $24 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays 401(k) Qualifications Landscape maintenance Planting (gardening technique) Gardening Organizational skills Tree planting Landscaping Horticulture Time management Full Job Description Fine Gardener / Horticulturist Join Our Team at Wisteria & Rose Wisteria & Rose is an award-winning design, fine gardening, and irrigation company dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful gardens across the Boston area. We are passionate about plants, sustainability, and high-quality craftsmanship, and we are looking for like-minded fine gardeners to join our team. If you love working with plants, enjoy being outdoors, and take pride in bringing gardens to life with creativity and attention to detail, this is a great opportunity.

Position Overview:

Fine Gardener / Horticulturist As a Fine Gardener at Wisteria & Rose, you will work hands-on to maintain and enhance urban and suburban gardens, courtyards, roof decks, and landscapes. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in specialized pruning, plant identification, garden design, and sustainable horticultural practices while working alongside a team of passionate professionals. Key Responsibilities Perform seasonal fine gardening tasks including pruning, planting, dividing, transplanting, and perennial and shrub care. Maintain gardens through weeding, mulching, fertilizing, composting, and cleaning hardscapes. Assist with planting annuals, perennials, shrubs, and small trees in client gardens. Communicate with Account Managers to assess gardening needs and provide excellent plant care. Work independently and as part of a team to complete high-quality garden maintenance and installations. Keep accurate client records including work logs and time sheets. Qualifications and Skills Strong knowledge of fine gardening techniques including hand pruning of shrubs and small trees. Plant identification skills and an understanding of perennial, shrub, and tree characteristics. Experience planting small trees, shrubs, and perennials. At least 2 years of experience in residential gardening or landscaping. Three years preferred. Valid Massachusetts driver's license with a clean driving record. Ability to lift and transport plants, soil, and tools through small garden spaces and to roof decks. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and on ladders up to 8 feet. Strong time management, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills. Why Join Wisteria & Rose Full-time seasonal position from April through December. Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Pay:

$21 to $24 per hour depending on experience and certifications. Paid holidays and accrued vacation after the first year. 401(k) retirement plan. Health insurance stipend. Opportunities for professional growth through in-house and off-site horticultural training. If you are passionate about plants and ready to grow with a team that values craftsmanship, creativity, and lifelong learning, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and help us cultivate beauty throughout the city.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal Pay:

$21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

Experience:

Horticulture:

2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Charlestown, MA 02129 (Required)

Work Location:

In person