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Egan Landscape Group

Landscape Gardener

Plymouth, MA

$22.25 - $25.50/hr

The Landscape Gardener / Helper is an essential member of our horticulture and fine gardening team, specializing in the enhancement and upkeep of high-end residential and commercial landscapes. Based ...

Egan Landscape Group

Landscape Gardener

Plymouth, MA · On-site

$22.25 - $25.50/hr

The Landscape Gardener / Helper is an essential member of our horticulture and fine gardening team, specializing in the enhancement and upkeep of high-end residential and commercial landscapes. Based ...

Egan Landscape Group

Landscape Gardener

Plymouth, MA · On-site

$22.25 - $25.50/hr

The Landscape Gardener / Helper is an essential member of our horticulture and fine gardening team, specializing in the enhancement and upkeep of high-end residential and commercial landscapes. Based ...

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How much do fine gardener jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for fine gardener in the United States is $21.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fine gardener?

Fine Gardeners are skilled professionals who specialize in the detailed care, maintenance, and design of high-quality gardens and landscapes. They focus on tasks such as planting, pruning, soil management, pest control, and ensuring the overall health and aesthetic appeal of garden spaces. Fine Gardeners often work in private estates, public gardens, or for landscaping companies, where their expertise helps create and maintain beautiful, thriving outdoor environments. Their knowledge extends beyond basic gardening to include horticultural best practices and sustainable landscape management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fine gardener, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fine Gardener, you need expertise in horticulture, plant identification, and landscape maintenance, often supported by relevant certifications or coursework. Familiarity with tools such as pruning shears, irrigation systems, and organic pest control methods is essential. Attention to detail, creativity, and strong communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality garden care, client satisfaction, and the ongoing health and beauty of landscapes.

What are some common challenges faced by fine gardeners when maintaining high-end landscapes?

Fine Gardeners often encounter challenges such as adapting to diverse plant health issues, dealing with unpredictable weather, and meeting the specific aesthetic expectations of clients. They must be knowledgeable about a wide range of plants, soil conditions, and sustainable practices to ensure gardens remain healthy and visually appealing year-round. Effective communication with clients and teamwork with other landscape professionals are also essential for coordinating larger projects and ongoing maintenance.

What is the difference between Fine Gardener vs Landscape Gardener?

AspectFine GardenerLandscape Gardener
CertificationsHorticulture or gardening certifications, specialized in detailed plant careHorticulture or landscaping certifications, focus on design and installation
Work EnvironmentPrivate gardens, estates, botanical gardensPublic parks, commercial landscapes, residential projects
Job FocusPrecise pruning, plant health, decorative plantingDesign, construction, and installation of landscape features

Fine Gardeners specialize in detailed plant care and maintaining the aesthetic quality of gardens, often working on private or high-end properties. Landscape Gardeners focus on designing and constructing outdoor spaces, including installing features like pathways, patios, and plantings. While both roles require horticultural knowledge, Fine Gardeners emphasize plant detail and health, whereas Landscape Gardeners focus on overall landscape design and implementation.

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Infographic showing various Fine Gardener job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 8% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,544 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Fine Gardening Crew Leader

Homestead Landscaping

Dorset, VT • On-site

$25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

The Fine Gardening Crew Leader must be thoroughly familiar with and able to perform all aspects of fine gardening to include procurement of plants, planning work, plant layout, installing annuals and perennials, Monthly, Bi-weekly and weekly Garden & Flower Maintenance, customer service, team training, etc. The Fine Gardening Crew Leader directly oversees four to six Fine Gardening Team Members. The Fine Gardening Crew Leader must keep their Account Manager appraised of progress (or lack thereof) of all accounts while coordinating with crew members.


The Fine Gardening Crew Leader must possess the following skill set

  • Minimum of two years of experience in landscape maintenance and/or fine gardening.
  • Able to supervise one or two fine gardening team members.
  • Able to effectively oversee the training of their fine gardening team members.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy.
  • Have a clean criminal record.
  • Physically able to handle the workload of a Fine Gardening Crew Leader or Assistant.
  • Able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
  • Able to represent the company in a courteous and professional manner.

Responsibilities

  • Continually informs and updates immediate supervisor as to progress on accounts.
  • Continually coordinates with company Fine Gardening team(s) as to job progress.
  • Ensures that all accounts are kept on schedule and on budget.
  • Ensures that all safety procedures are followed and reports any unsafe conditions to supervisors.
  • Ensures all workers’ compensation insurance claims are properly documented and reported immediately.
  • Ensures all accidents are properly documented and reported immediately.
  • Looks for enhancement work and facilitates selling, producing, and billing of the same.
  • Interfaces with their Account Manager to ensure timely and accurate delivery of job materials.
  • Ensures that company production standards are met.
  • Ensures that all equipment is operated in a safe and proper manner.
  • Ensures that all equipment is maintained properly.
  • Evaluates equipment utilization and recommends future purchases to their Account Manager.
  • Ensures that vendor delivery tickets and all paperwork are processed and turned in daily to office personnel.
  • Ensures that job cost reports are properly analyzed.
  • Thoroughly understands and complies with company policies, procedures, and SOPs. Assists in the development and implementation of the production part of company’s training goals. Evaluates performance of Fine Gardening crews.

Salary, bonus, and/or commissions - Commensurate with experience, starting wage for this position is $25/hour. This starting wage is negotiable, based on the level of experience the applicant has.