Plant Care Specialist/Horticulture/Landscape gardening PD Gardening Newton Center, MA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $100,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Plant identification Spanish Serving clients Field service In-person customer service English Company vehicle operation Driver's License Supervising experience Crew management Project leadership Pesticide Applicator's License Managing horticultural teams Teaching Full Job Description

PD GARDENING INC.

Newton & Brookline, MA

• Fine Gardening & Landscape Services Join our team at pdgardening.com Plant Care Specialist /Project Manager Newton & Brookline, MA
• Full-Time, Year-Round Reports to Owner / Principal — PD Gardening inc Department Field Operations — Fine Gardening & Horticulture + all around leader Employment type Full-Time
• Year-Round
• W-2 Compensation Competitive hourly rate or salary — based on experience Benefits PTO
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan - Performance bonus eligible & more Start date Immediate / As soon as available

ABOUT PD GARDENING PD

Gardening is a growing fine gardening and landscape company serving Newton & Brookline, MA. We specialize in residential garden care — from seasonal maintenance and plant installations to thoughtful, detail-driven horticultural work that reflects the character of each property. We're looking for a Plant Care Specialist who takes genuine pride in plants, knows them by name, and can lead a crew to deliver work that stands out. We also specialize in plant installation & hardscape projects.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Plant Care Specialist / Horticulturist is a skilled, hands-on field professional responsible for the health, appearance, and growth of residential garden landscapes. You will identify plants, diagnose problems, execute installations, read landscape plans, and guide your crew through the day's work with clarity and care. This is a role for someone who considers gardening a craft — not just a job.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Garden Care:

Perform fine gardening and horticulture maintenance across residential properties — pruning, deadheading, weeding, edging, fertilizing, and seasonal cleanup Seasonal Container design and installations

Plant ID:

Identify plants, diagnose pest and disease issues, and recommend or implement treatment plans

Installations:

Select and install plants, perennials, shrubs, trees, and seasonal material based on site conditions and client preferences Irrigation management: Audit water needs, monitor and adjust schedules. Run systems to ensure proper coverage.

Plan Reading:

Read and interpret landscape plans and planting drawings to execute installations accurately in the field

Crew Leadership:

Lead and teach a crew of 1-3 field workers — demonstrating technique, setting quality standards, and keeping the team on task Plant selection: Visit wholesale nurseries to select and tag plant material

Communication:

Communicate clearly with clients and the owner about plant conditions, care recommendations, and project progress Maintain detailed awareness of each property's seasonal care needs and anticipate what needs attention before being asked

Treatments:

Apply organic and conventional treatments appropriately — follow all safety and compliance guidelines Keep tools, equipment, and work vehicles organized and in good working condition

REQUIREMENTS

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

✓ 5+ years of fine gardening or horticulture experience ✓ Experience leading or supervising a field crew ✓ Strong plant identification skills — woody and herbaceous ✓ Clear, professional communication with clients and owner ✓ Experience with residential landscape care and maintenance ✓ Ability to teach technique and hold quality standards ✓ Plant selection and installation experience ✓ Valid driver's license — must operate company vehicles ✓ Ability to read landscape and planting plans ✓ Bilingual (English/Spanish) a strong plus

PLANT KNOWLEDGE WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Candidates should be comfortable with a broad range of plant material including, but not limited to: ✓ Ornamental trees and shrubs (deciduous and evergreen) ✓ Ground covers and vines ✓ Perennials and ornamental grasses ✓ Bulbs — spring and fall ✓ Annuals and seasonal color installations ✓ Roses and specialty shrubs ✓ Native and pollinator-friendly plantings

PREFERRED

(NOT

REQUIRED

) Degree or coursework in horticulture, landscape design, or related field Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator License (or willingness to obtain) Experience with integrated pest management (IPM) practices Knowledge of soil health, composting, and organic gardening practices Familiarity with irrigation systems and basic water management Experience using scheduling or CRM software

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive base pay — commensurate with experience and plant knowledge Year-round employment — not seasonal layoffs Paid time off and paid holidays Tool and equipment allowance Performance-based bonus eligibility Profit-sharing eligibility after tenure milestones for top performers Opportunity to shape and grow the fine gardening division as PD Gardening expands Why Work at PD Gardening? We're a small company that cares about doing things right. You'll work on beautiful residential properties, build relationships with clients who notice and appreciate your work, and have direct access to ownership. If you take pride in what grows under your care — and in the people you teach to do the same — you'll fit in here.

HOW TO APPLY

Send us a short message about your plant experience — what you grow, what you've maintained, and what you love about horticultural work. No long cover letter required.

Email:

• Subject line: Plant Care /

Horticulturist Include:

Your name, phone number, and years of horticultural experience A brief description of the types of properties and plant material you've worked with Photos of your garden work are welcome and appreciated PD Gardening is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person