Gardener
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who performs design, planting, pruning, and maintenance in outdoor spaces such as residential gardens and public areas.
Description
Gardeners are specialists who, in outdoor spaces such as residential gardens, public gardens, and commercial facility gardens, perform garden design, planting, pruning, placement of landscaping materials, and maintenance, taking into account customer requests and environmental conditions. They observe plant growth conditions, appropriately perform soil improvement, fertilization, and pest control, and maintain safe and beautiful gardens. They also handle post-construction after-maintenance and seasonal care, supporting the long-term health of the garden.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to expand as experts in sustainable green space design and management due to increasing garden maintenance needs from an aging society and rising environmental awareness. However, there are challenges such as labor shortages and skill succession.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Interested in the natural environment / Patient / Physically fit
Work Style
Contract Employee / Freelance / Full-time / On-site Work / Seasonal
Career Path
Apprentice Gardener → Gardener → Lead Gardener → Landscaping Construction Management Technician → Independent Gardening Business Owner
Required Skills
Basic Landscaping Design / Machinery and Tool Operation / Planting Techniques / Pruning Techniques / Soil Management
Recommended Skills
CAD (Garden Design) / Horticulture / Pest and Disease Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is important for detailed pruning and placement adjustments. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Required due to the need for garden design skills tailored to customer requests. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent heavy material handling and long hours of outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Due to minimal need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Garden Manager
- Landscaping Construction Management Technician
- Landscaping Skills Technician
Aliases
- Gardener
- Landscaper
- Tree Worker
Related Jobs
- Garden Manager
- Landscape Designer
- Landscaping Technician
- Landscaping Worker