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Luis Marmol

Washington

Summary

At Dumbarton Oaks, I excelled as a Horticulturist, leveraging expertise in plant identification and integrated pest management alongside strong teamwork to streamline nursery operations and enhance plant health. My leadership in educational programming and commitment to best practices significantly improved garden maintenance and cultivation outcomes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Horticulturist

Dumbarton Oaks
Washington, DC
04.2012 - Current
  • Inspected gardens to identify insect or disease problems and weed control needs.
  • Trained new employees in horticulture best practices, fostering a knowledgeable workforce committed to quality workmanship.
  • Implemented integrated pest management practices to minimize chemical usage while maintaining healthy plants.
  • Demonstrated continual positive effort to maintain working relationships with staff, volunteers and management.
  • Retained knowledge of garden plants and understanding of cultural requirements to maximize growth and cultivation.
  • Maintained horticultural calendar to track bloom periods and seasonal cultural needs.
  • Managed multiple landscaping projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Streamlined nursery operations by introducing efficient processes for watering, pruning, and transplanting plants as needed.
  • Enhanced plant health by implementing proper pruning, watering, and fertilization techniques.
  • Led horticultural tours to assist with educational programming and special events.
  • Altered soil types to grow different types of plants in non-native environments.

Gardener

Carnegie Foundation * The Peace Palace
The Hague, The Netherlands
04.2007 - 01.2010
  • 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.
  • Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
  • Enhanced garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.

• Maintained orange trees, palm trees, and begonias in winter months

Botanical Garden Intern

Amsterdam Hortus Botanicus
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Helped manage and maintain 1638 medicinal herb garden
  • Trained in plant propagation techniques and nursery care
  • Expanded plant propagation success by implementing proper seed collection, storage, and germination techniques.
  • Extracted seeds from various annuals, perennials, and herbs
  • Helped operate and maintain tropical glasshouses
  • Contributed to increased visitor satisfaction by ensuring a well-maintained and visually appealing garden space.

Education

Diploma in Horticulture - Horticulture

New York Botanical Garden School of Horticulture
The Bronx, NY
03.2012

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

SUNY Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05.2000

Skills

  • Plant identification
  • Plant Selection
  • Garden maintenance
  • Pruning Techniques
  • Landscape design
  • Horticultural Research
  • Crop Rotation
  • Pest Control
  • Greenhouse Operations
  • Herbaceous Perennials
  • Seasonal Color Planning
  • Vegetable Production
  • Propagation Methods
  • Integrated Pest Management
  • Disease Prevention
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Self Motivation

Timeline

Horticulturist

Dumbarton Oaks
04.2012 - Current

Gardener

Carnegie Foundation * The Peace Palace
04.2007 - 01.2010

Botanical Garden Intern

Amsterdam Hortus Botanicus
01.2007 - 01.2009

Diploma in Horticulture - Horticulture

New York Botanical Garden School of Horticulture

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

SUNY Buffalo
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