Sustainable Horticulture Specialist

3 weeks ago


Santa Barbara, California, United States Ganna Walska Lotusland Full time
About the Role

As a Sustainable Horticulture Specialist at Ganna Walska Lotusland, you will have the opportunity to work in a unique 37-acre botanical garden featuring a collection of over 3,000 plant species from around the world. Our organization is committed to sustainable garden practices, horticultural education, and plant conservation.

Job Description

This internship offers hands-on experience in all aspects of our horticultural program, including ecological soil management practices, compost tea production, and beneficial microorganisms for plant health. You will gain theoretical as well as practical knowledge that will equip you for designing and managing a similar program in any urban horticultural setting without using toxic or environmentally degrading materials.

Responsibilities
  • Implement and monitor sustainable management practices for our 37-acre botanical display garden.
  • Gain experience in plant installation, maintenance, and identification.
  • Assist in greenhouse management, landscape and turf management, and orchard programs.
  • Develop skills in pruning techniques, plant propagation, and applied entomology.
Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in a horticulture program or related field at a college/university or recently graduated within one year.
  • Basic knowledge of plant identification and gardening.
  • Ability to communicate respectfully to ensure a productive and harmonious work environment.
  • Motivated and willing to perform physically demanding work.
  • Ability to operate horticultural hand tools.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. and tolerate exposure to inclement weather.
Salary and Benefits

$16.50/hour with free housing provided. A vehicle is required for off-site transportation, but no public transportation is available nearby. Employment background/criminal check is required.



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