As a Perennial Grower, you will be involved in all aspects of perennial crop production—from planning and planting to daily care and preparation for sale. You’ll report to the Perennial Manager and work closely with the Assistant Perennial Manager to ensure our plants meet Sargent’s high standards for quality and consistency.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, values plant health and quality, and is ready to lead by example during our busiest seasons.
Key Responsibilities: Perennial Production: Plan, plant, pot, prune, weed, and maintain healthy perennial crops | Cultural Care: Manage irrigation, fertilization, and pest and disease control using IPM practices | Inventory & Sales Prep: Track inventory and prepare plants for retail | Equipment Operation: Safely operate greenhouse and nursery equipment and tools | Team Support: Assist with daily task direction, staff training, and production support (experience-dependent) | Customer Service & Safety: Provide knowledgeable customer assistance while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment
Requirements: Degree in horticulture, agriculture, or related field, or prior greenhouse/nursery production experience | Strong knowledge of plant care, soils, irrigation, and environmental conditions | Detail-oriented with ability to monitor plant health and production quality | Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods | Experience with greenhouse pest management.
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This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, values plant health and quality, and is ready to lead by example during our busiest seasons.
Key Responsibilities: Perennial Production: Plan, plant, pot, prune, weed, and maintain healthy perennial crops | Cultural Care: Manage irrigation, fertilization, and pest and disease control using IPM practices | Inventory & Sales Prep: Track inventory and prepare plants for retail | Equipment Operation: Safely operate greenhouse and nursery equipment and tools | Team Support: Assist with daily task direction, staff training, and production support (experience-dependent) | Customer Service & Safety: Provide knowledgeable customer assistance while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment
Requirements: Degree in horticulture, agriculture, or related field, or prior greenhouse/nursery production experience | Strong knowledge of plant care, soils, irrigation, and environmental conditions | Detail-oriented with ability to monitor plant health and production quality | Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods | Experience with greenhouse pest management.
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