Thomas White
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional horticulturist with extensive experience in the landscape and nursery trade, focusing on garden development, maintenance, and plant healthcare. A California Certified Nursery Professional with deep plant knowledge, a strong work ethic, and superlative customer service and client relations. Proven ability to lead teams effectively and implement innovative maintenance solutions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grounds Manager/Head Gardener
Confidential Employer
Bolinas, CA
10.2015 - Current
- Oversee daily grounds maintenance operations, ensuring high standards of aesthetics and functionality.
- Develop and implement seasonal landscaping plans to enhance outdoor spaces and improve visitor experience.
- Preserve the health of trees, shrubs, and flowers through proper fertilization techniques and pest control measures.
- Enhance landscape aesthetics by designing and implementing effective grounds management plans.
- Cultivate a large succulent garden.
- Oversee a small crew with fruit tree and cut flower production.
- Prepare grounds for events and family gatherings.
Nursery Professional/Landscape Consultant
Southland Nursery
Sun Valley, CA
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Landscape consultation
- Plant sales and installation
- Nursery maintenance
- Display design
Nursery Professional/Landscape Consultant
Rolling Hills Garden Center
Buellton, CA
06.2005 - 09.2012
- Plant sales and installation
- Customer service
- Landscape consultation
- Display design leader
- Nursery maintenance
Education
No Degree - Ornamental Horticulture (1997-1999)
Ventura College
Ventura, CASkills
Native Plant Knowledge
Fruit, Vegetable and Cut Flower Production
Drought Resistant Gardens
Identify and Treat Plant Nutrient Deficiencies, Diseases, and Pests
Intelligent Turf Grass Management
Certification
California Certified Nursery Professional #3905
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Grounds Manager/Head Gardener
Confidential Employer
10.2015 - Current
Nursery Professional/Landscape Consultant
Southland Nursery
02.2013 - 02.2015
Nursery Professional/Landscape Consultant
Rolling Hills Garden Center
06.2005 - 09.2012
No Degree - Ornamental Horticulture (1997-1999)
Ventura College