Cory Hopkins
Lincoln University,PA
Summary
Experienced and enthusiastic novice Horticulturalist. Has worked in the last year to build sustainable and eco-friendly garden spaces at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Seeking to gain more hands-on and focused attention to plant diversity and greenhouse management.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Lead Gardener
Urban Outfitters, Inc.
Philadelphia, PA
06.2025 - Current
- Optimized plant health with eco-friendly methods
- Cultivated diverse plant species to enhance aesthetic appeal and sustainability of urban spaces.
- Implemented organic gardening techniques, promoting eco-friendly practices within community gardens.
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Lancaster05-2017
Skills
- Plant Health Assessment
- Pest Management
- Soil Analysis
- Sustainable Gardening
- Team collaboration
- Garden maintenance
- Customer Service Excellence
Accomplishments
- Earth Day 2026 with Friends of Rittenhouse - Flower arrangement planting of annuals at Rittenhouse Square and clean up
Timeline
Lead Gardener
Urban Outfitters, Inc.
06.2025 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology