We know of 9 jobs at Longwood Gardens as of April 2024, including roles such as Greenhouse Grower Assistants - Seasonal, Part-Time Greenhouse Grower Assistant, Aquatics Grower, and Floriculture Head Grower.
More than 30+ days
As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking a full-time Aquatics Grower and Conservatory Horticulturist. They will join the Conservatory Team, managing Longwood’s world-renown indoor displays of over 1000 different seasonal crops and numerous permanent taxa, in one of the nation’s largest conservatories. Responsibilities include:
- Caring and curating waterlilies and other aquatic plants.
- Working in conjunction with our current Aquatics Curator, learning all skills necessary to design and maintain our current waterlily and aquatics display.
- Mentoring students and volunteers; and daily interaction with the public.
- Supporting seasonal and permanent conservatory-display installations and maintenance
- Assisting other Horticulturists and Growers throughout the organization.
- Ordering greenhouse supplies as well as receiving and unloading plants.
Longwood’s collection of Nymphaea is nationally accredited by the American Public Garden- Plant Collections Network, and the institution continues to grow and hybridize Victoria species, pollinating and producing seeds of Victoria ‘Longwood Hybrid’ for our own display pools as well as distribution to many gardens around the world.
Further, the upcoming Longwood Reimagined project includes the renovation of The Waterlily Courtyard and expanded aquatics displays in and around the new West Conservatory.
We are looking for a candidate with experience in growing and maintaining aquatic gardens, with an emphasis on waterlilies and water platters. The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor of Science in horticulture with an ornamental-horticulture emphasis.
- Working knowledge of greenhouse plants, environmental controls, and irrigation.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with experience working in a team.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to obtain: a Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator’s license; forklift operator’s training certificate; and aerial lift training.
- Occasional evening, night, weekend, and holiday work is required for this position.
Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exceptions to the COVID vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.
Longwood Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion strengthen our institution and the world around us.
Job Type: Full-time
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As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking a Floriculture Head Grower to lead the floriculture team and manage the production planning of the notable and iconic seasonal plants featured in our indoor and outdoor displays. Additional responsibilities include:
- Directing all aspects of the seasonal crop production process including management, budgeting, defining crop culture requirements, planning space utilization, plant sourcing, and customizing production schedules using our crop database.
- Overseeing contractually grown plant production.
- Leading the coordination and communication across Floriculture Production and Display Design teams to ensure that timelines and design specifications are consistently met.
Internationally recognized for innovative, dynamic horticultural displays, our gardens consist of both formal and informal gardens and landscapes designed by Longwood’s Founder Pierre S. du Pont and some of the greatest landscape and garden designers of the 20th and 21st centuries. Longwood currently welcomes 1.5 million guests a year. The person in this role will be arriving at a pivotal moment, Longwood has just embarked on the most ambitious capital project in a century, Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience: https://longwoodgardens.org/longwood-reimagined . The target opening date for these new garden spaces is 2024.
We seek a motivating leader inspired by growing plants in extraordinary ways with extensive experience in floriculture production and crop planning, combined with a background growing a diverse range of high-quality floriculture crops in different growing environments. The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelors’ Degree in Horticulture or correlative floriculture production experience
- A minimum of 5 years of growing a diversity of floriculture crops across a range of finished specifications within a public garden or horticulture operation.
- Excellent verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
- Experience leading, training, mentoring and guiding staff, students, and volunteers.
- Proficiency in scheduling crops and working with production planning systems.
- Expertise across a wide range of greenhouse designs and systems technology
Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exceptions to the COVID vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.
Longwood Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion strengthen our institution and the world around us.
Job Type: Full-time
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As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking a full-time Greenhouse Grower to join our team of growers, producing over 1000 unique florist crops, in 4.5 acres of greenhouses and container fields, used to create Longwood’s world-renown displays. This is a unique hands-on position requiring attention to detail. Specific responsibilities include:
- Managing and maintaining a large stock plant collection, which includes over 200 cultivars of exhibition style Chrysanthemums.
- Supporting plant propagator by ensuring cuttings are ready to be harvested on time and in the correct quantities, assisting with plant propagation, and managing propagation space in the greenhouse.
- Leading all aspects of IPM management in assigned area.
- Supporting all aspects of crop production including transplanting, potting, repotting, staking, tying, grooming, watering, fertilizing and pest management.
- Setting environmental control parameters
- Receiving and delivering plant material.
- Working with other areas of Greenhouse Production, enabling them to become well versed in all aspects of Longwood’s high standards for producing beautiful display plants.
- Supervising and mentoring students, seasonal employees, and volunteers in proper greenhouse growing techniques.
Periodic weekend, holiday, and evening duty is required.
We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience working in a greenhouse production setting. Ideal candidates will have:
- Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience working proactively to meet deadlines.
- Experience working as part of a team as well and independently.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to obtain a Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator’s license within six months of their hire date.
- Willingness to obtain a forklift operator’s training certificate.
Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exceptions to the COVID vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.
Longwood Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion strengthen our institution and the world around us.
Job Type: Full-time
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As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens has openings for part-time Greenhouse Grower Assistants to join the Greenhouse Production team. Individuals in this position are responsible for assisting with the production of seasonal flowering plants for use in horticultural displays at Longwood Gardens. These individuals will join a team of 4 full-time Growers and 5 part-time Horticulturist Assistants, producing 1,400 unique floral crops in 4.5 acres of greenhouses. Responsibilities include:
- All aspects of crop production including staking, tying, pinching/pruning, sowing seed, sticking cuttings, potting, watering, fertilizing, soil mixing and irrigation maintenance.
- Assisting with the upkeep and cleanliness of work areas.
- Grooming plants as they are prepared for display throughout the gardens.
- Assisting with maintaining our orchid display, drawing from a collection of over 6,000 orchids representing over 2,000 different kinds.
- Transporting potted plants to and from growing areas.
- Working with and around trucks, lift gates, forklifts, and utility vehicles.
The successful candidates will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently. This position requires the ability to work in all weather conditions, lift at least 50lbs, sit, stand, walk for long periods of time and carry items as needed to complete assigned tasks. A valid driver's license is required.
Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exceptions to the COVID vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.
Longwood Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion strengthen our institution and the world around us.
Job Type: Part-time
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As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking seasonal Greenhouse Grower Assistants to support our Floriculture team. The individuals in this position will perform a variety of tasks under the direction of our Growers as part of a diverse team of staff, students, and volunteers. Tasks will be performed in small groups and independently and include but, are not limited to: staking, tying, pinching/pruning, potting/transplanting, watering, fertilizing, soil mixing, irrigation maintenance, assisting with the upkeep and cleanliness of work areas, and grooming of plants as they are prepared for display throughout the Gardens. They will also assist with transporting potted plants to and from growing areas, which involves occasionally working around trucks, lift gates, fork lifts, and utility vehicles. The successful candidates will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently. They will have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, sit, stand, walk for long periods of time and carry items as needed to complete assigned tasks. Prior horticultural experience and/or knowledge is preferred, but we will also train motivated individuals. A valid driver's license is required.
Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exceptions to the COVID vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.
Longwood Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion strengthen our institution and the world around us.
Job Type: Temporary
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As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens has openings for part-time Horticulturist Assistants to join the Greenhouse Production team. Individuals in this position are responsible for assisting with the production of seasonal flowering plants for use in horticultural displays at Longwood Gardens. These individuals will join a team of 12 full-time Growers and 11 part-time Horticulturist Assistants, producing 1,400 unique floral crops in 4.5 acres of greenhouses and container fields.
This is a unique hands-on position requiring attention to detail. The individuals in this position will be involved in all aspects of crop production including: staking, tying, pinching/pruning, sowing seed, sticking cuttings, potting/transplanting, watering, fertilizing, soil mixing, irrigation maintenance, assisting with the upkeep and cleanliness of work areas, and grooming of plants as they are prepared for display throughout the gardens. They will also assist with maintaining our highly recognized orchid display, drawing from a collection of over 6,000 orchids representing over 2,000 different kinds and transporting potted plants to and from growing areas, which involves working around trucks, lift gates, forklifts, and utility vehicles.
The successful candidates will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently. They will be comfortable with working in hot and cold conditions, have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, sit, stand, walk for long periods of time and carry items as needed to complete assigned tasks. Horticulture training preferred. A valid driver's license is required.
Job Type: Part-time
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Job Type
Seasonal
Full Job Description
As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking seasonal Greenhouse Grower Assistants to support our Floriculture team. The individuals in this position will perform a variety of tasks under the direction of our Growers as part of a diverse team of staff, students, and volunteers. Tasks will be performed in small groups and independently and include but, are not limited to: staking, tying, pinching/pruning, potting/transplanting, watering, fertilizing, soil mixing, irrigation maintenance, assisting with the upkeep and cleanliness of work areas, and grooming of plants as they are prepared for display throughout the Gardens. They will also assist with transporting potted plants to and from growing areas, which involves occasionally working around trucks, lift gates, fork lifts, and utility vehicles. The successful candidates will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently. They will have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, sit, stand, walk for long periods of time and carry items as needed to complete assigned tasks. Prior horticultural experience and/or knowledge is preferred, but we will also train motivated individuals. A valid driver's license is required.
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As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of excellence in horticulture, education, and the arts. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens has openings for part-time Horticulturist Assistants to join the Greenhouse Production team. Individuals in this position are responsible for assisting with the production of seasonal flowering plants for use in horticultural displays at Longwood Gardens. These individuals will join a team of 12 full-time Growers and 11 part-time Horticulturist Assistants, producing 1,400 unique floral crops in 4.5 acres of greenhouses and container fields.
This is a unique hands-on position requiring attention to detail. The individuals in this position will be involved in all aspects of crop production including: staking, tying, pinching/pruning, sowing seed, sticking cuttings, potting/transplanting, watering, fertilizing, soil mixing, irrigation maintenance, assisting with the upkeep and cleanliness of work areas, and grooming of plants as they are prepared for display throughout the gardens. They will also assist with transporting potted plants to and from growing areas, which involves working around trucks, lift gates, forklifts, and utility vehicles.
The successful candidates will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently. They will be comfortable with working in hot and cold conditions, have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, sit, stand, walk for long periods of time and carry items as needed to complete assigned tasks. Horticulture training preferred. A valid driver's license is required.
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Longwood Gardens is seeking a full-time Floriculture Grower-Propagator who will join 11 other growers, producing over 1000 unique florist crops, in 4.5 acres of greenhouses and container fields, used to create Longwood’s world-renown displays. The Grower-Propagator will oversee vegetative and seed propagation for the Floriculture team including about 350 crop varieties as well as crop production in 6,000 square feet of greenhouses. This Grower-Propagator will be involved in all aspects of crop production including: transplanting, potting, repotting, staking, tying, grooming, watering, fertilizing, receiving and delivering plant material. In addition, this individual will supervise and mentor students, seasonal employees, and volunteers in proper greenhouse propagation and growing techniques. Periodic weekend, holiday, and evening duty is required.
We are looking for a candidate who has a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience working in a greenhouse setting involving plant propagation. A degree in horticulture with an emphasis on Floriculture is a plus, but not required. The successful candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills and will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently. This individual must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to obtain a Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator’s license and a forklift operator’s training certificate.
We’re proud to offer a competitive starting salary and an outstanding benefits package, as well as a culture based on organization-wide leadership, participation, and staff development.
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