What is a greenhouse florist and how to become one

Key steps to become a greenhouse florist

1. Explore greenhouse florist education requirements

   Most common greenhouse florist degrees

   Bachelor's

   48.8 %

   Associate

   24.4 %

   High School Diploma

   14.6 %

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2. Complete relevant greenhouse florist training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New greenhouse florists learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a greenhouse florist based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real greenhouse florist resumes.

3. Research greenhouse florist duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and maintain permaculture gardens and environmental educator.
   • Control application of irrigation, fertilizers, growth regulators and pesticides to follow a conservative IPM strategy that supports beneficial insects.
   • Help any customer that need a special order for shed or lawn mowers.

4. Apply for greenhouse florist jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a greenhouse florist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams