Amy High
Richmond,VA
Summary
Hardworking and dependable horticulturist with over 5 years experience and a passion for plants. A desire to work with nature and make it beautiful. Extensive knowledge of the care and maintenance of crops, annuals, and perennials. An advocate of sustainable farming practices. The ability to work independently or with a team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Garden Assistant
Cynthia Schmitz
09.2022 - Current
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Continued learning about plants with focus on Virginia native plants, gardening techniques and best practices.
- Plant identification, removing invasive species.
- Seed collection and seed starting.
- Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
Horticulture Intern
Reynolds Community College
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of shrubs, vegetables, and plants.
- Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
- Repaired and maintained greenhouses.
- Mulched and composted soil to appropriately vary soil conditions depending on specific plant needs.
- Garden maintenance, including weeding, watering, mulching, transplanting, and pruning.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Goochland12.2023
CSC - Sustainable Agriculture
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Goochland, VA12.2023
Skills
- Thorough knowledge of practices and principles of Horticulture
- Foliage Removal, Pruning, Weeding, Transplanting
- Energy and Physical Stamina
- Plant Propagation
- Cultivating and preparing soil, Composting
- Seed starting, Companion Planting, Harvesting
- Garden Planning and Cultivation
- Landscaping
- Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management and Sustainability practices
- Routine Maintenance
- Monitoring Health of Plants
Timeline
Garden Assistant
Cynthia Schmitz
09.2022 - Current
Horticulture Intern
Reynolds Community College
08.2022 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
CSC - Sustainable Agriculture
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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