An Experienced Horticulture / Gardening Professional
A competent, physically fit and hardworking horticulturist / gardener; proven a track-record of creating and maintaining gardens, lawns and parks that are tidy, environmentally friendly and safe
Possessing comprehensive knowledge of botany and horticulture, as well as the various planting seasons for trees, vegetables and flowers; comfortable with working in all weathers and seasons
PROFILE SUMMARY
Extensive experience of XX years in planting, fertilizing, irrigating, staking, pruning, removing plants, and other general gardening duties, etc.; prioritizing and accomplishing daily individual assignments
Skilled in providing information and interpretation of the site’s garden history, horticulture and plant conservation to engage and inform site visitors and to promote the site’s horticultural preservation and development
Adept in exercising sound judgment in balancing competing demands, operational needs and priorities to ensure tasks and activities are completed, maintenance and special project and event schedules are met
Sound knowledge in plant chemistry, biochemistry, physics and genetics; understanding of operating greenhouse and nursery; creative landscape design knowledge; propagation, maintenance and propagation of plants
Profound knowledge of pesticide management and application procedures; extensive knowledge of operation and maintenance of flood irrigation systems
Thorough knowledge of chemical plants, modern biological and pest control methods; in-depth knowledge of the requirements of deserts and sub-tropical plants; familiar with the installation landscape and irrigation systems
Demonstrate accuracy; display commitment to excellence and a keen eye for garden detail; ability to fulfill the Garden’s plant collection and plant records policies
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Since MM YY | XYZ Ltd, Delhi | Horticulturist
Key Result Areas:
Establish and maintain high horticultural standards and practices; provide direction, training and motivation for the horticultural staff, interns and volunteers
Actively working in the daily horticultural tasks in the exterior gardens and greenhouses
Work with garden volunteers/docents developing long-term productive relationships and growing the size of the program overtime
Manage and support overall plant health and soil nutrition strategies for all gardens to include sustainable gardening practices and integrated pest management in the outdoor and indoor gardens
Establish and oversee a systematic plant records policy, including direction of the plant collection policy and design aesthetic in coordination with master plan, mission, and strategies
Responsible for the operational department budgets, budget monitoring, strategic planning, and any horticultural capital projects as needed (i.e. installation of new gardens)
Planted and maintained garden beds and containers
Involved in pruning, mulching, watering of trees, shrubs, and vines , including perimeter plantings
Key Highlights:
Any existing systems/ processes streamlined???? Results obtained????
Major assignments handled????
Any unique initiative taken to improve customer satisfaction level???? Any major accounts/clients handled???
Awards/appreciation letters received???? Other relevant achievements????
MM YY – MM YY | ABCD Ltd, Delhi | Gardener
Key Result Areas:
Carried out irrigation and fertilization of garden beds and containers; deadheading of annuals and perennials
Assisted in formal hedge maintenance and vegetable gardening
Coordinated with Horticultural staff to determine best course of direction for control of weeds and pests.
Learnt plant identification and botanical names, as appropriate.
Adhered to established Code of Safe practices when performing various jobs duties which also includes the safety of staff, visitors, volunteers, and communicates any hazard concerns as needed
Maintained gardens using organic pest control, weed control, and fertilization
Key Highlights:
Any existing systems/ processes streamlined???? Results obtained????
Major assignments handled????
Any unique initiative taken to improve customer satisfaction level???? Any major accounts/clients handled???
Awards/appreciation letters received???? Other relevant achievements????
EDUCATION
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Bachelor's degree in Horticulture from ABC College, Delhi
TECHNICAL PURVIEW
MS Office – Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Internet Applications
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth: 01st October 1981 | Languages Known: English & Hindi
