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Hilltop Farms & Market LLC

Garden Center

Trussville, AL · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

Garden Center Associate Company: Hilltop Farms and Market Location: Trussville/Argo Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time About Us: Hilltop Farms and Market is a thriving hub for garden enthusiasts, offering ...

COSTELLOS ACE

Garden Center Manager

Edgewater, MD

$19 - $23/hr

Business Title: - Garden Center Manager Job Purpose: - To oversee all aspects of the garden center's operations, ensuring profitability, customer satisfaction, and a thriving plant and product ...

COSTELLOS ACE

Garden Center Manager

Edgewater, MD · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Business Title: - Garden Center Manager Job Purpose: - To oversee all aspects of the garden center's operations, ensuring profitability, customer satisfaction, and a thriving plant and product ...

Hollandia Nursery

Garden Center Manager

Bethel, CT · On-site

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: · CUSTOMER SERVICE/ SALES · Management of cashiers & garden center staff for schedule and daily tasks · Create retail displays and garden designs ...

Botanic

Garden Center & Horticulture Manager

Opelika, AL · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

Immediate Opening for a Highly Skilled Garden Center & Horticulture Manager Retail Operations | Horticulture | Floral & Plant Design Botanic is a loving community built around a deep appreciation for ...

Ace Hardware

Garden Center Specialist

Cypress, TX · On-site

Position Summary The Garden Center Specialist serves as the horticultural expert for the Garden Center, maintaining the health, appearance, and merchandising of all live goods while providing ...

Marshall Grain

Garden Center Expert

Colleyville, TX · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Garden Center Expert (Full-Time) Colleyville, TX Help North Texas homeowners garden with confidence At Marshall Grain, customers don't come in just to buy plants--they come in because they need ...

Marshall Grain

Garden Center Expert

Colleyville, TX · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Garden Center Expert (Full-Time) Colleyville, TX Help North Texas homeowners garden with confidence At Marshall Grain, customers don't come in just to buy plants--they come in because they need ...

Ace Hardware

Garden Center Associate

Neptune Beach, FL

$13.50 - $14.75/hr

As a Garden Center Associate, you will play a vital role in helping customers find the perfect plants and supplies for their gardening needs. We are looking for someone who is knowledgeable, friendly ...

Adamson "We-Gro" Nursery and Garden Center, Inc

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Garden Center Assistant

Palmyra, IN · On-site

$13 - $16/hr

Daily duties of a Garden Center Assistant include: Customer service, Customer checkout, Inventory handling, maintaining plant inventory including daily watering, fertilizing, weed and pest control.

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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for garden center in the United States is $19.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Garden Center job involves working with plants, gardening supplies, and customers in a retail or nursery setting. Responsibilities may include watering and maintaining plants, assisting customers with plant selection, restocking inventory, and providing care advice. Employees may also handle cash registers, organize displays, and ensure the center stays clean and welcoming. This job is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, have plant knowledge, and like helping customers with gardening needs.

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Working at a Garden Center generally involves assisting customers with plant selection and care advice, restocking and organizing merchandise, watering and maintaining plants, and keeping the sales floor clean and appealing. You may also process transactions, update inventory records, and help with seasonal displays or promotional activities. Collaboration with team members is common, especially during busy periods such as spring and summer. This dynamic role offers hands-on engagement with both plants and people, making every day varied and rewarding for those with a passion for gardening.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the garden center position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Garden Center role, you need foundational knowledge of horticulture, plant care, and retail customer service, often supported by experience or relevant coursework in gardening or agriculture. Familiarity with POS systems, plant inventory software, and safe use of garden tools and chemicals is also important. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and a genuine passion for helping customers make great plant choices set top performers apart. These skills ensure efficient operations, positive customer experiences, and a well-maintained, thriving store environment.

Is working at a garden center hard?

Working at a garden center can be physically demanding due to tasks like lifting plants and equipment, and requires good customer service skills. The job often involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and may include standing for long periods, but it generally offers a straightforward environment for those interested in horticulture and retail work.

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To work in a garden center, you typically need good customer service skills, basic knowledge of plants and gardening products, and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and standing for long periods. Some positions may require a valid driver's license or prior experience with tools and plant care. A high school diploma is often preferred but not always required.
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Garden Center

Trussville, AL • On-site

Hilltop Farms & Market LLC
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$12 - $16/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Benefits:
  • Supportive Family-Like Environment
  • Employee discounts
  • Paid time off

Job Title: Garden Center Associate
Company: Hilltop Farms and Market
Location: Trussville/Argo
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
About Us:

Hilltop Farms and Market is a thriving hub for garden enthusiasts, offering a diverse selection of plants and gardening supplies. We take pride in providing our community with everything they need to decorate or plant. Our team is passionate about horticulture and dedicated to helping our customers succeed in their gardening endeavors.
Position Overview:

As a Garden Center Associate at Hilltop Farms and Market, you will play a vital role in assisting customers, maintaining the garden center's appearance, and ensuring the health and well-being of our plants. We are seeking individuals who are not only knowledgeable about gardening but also physically fit and capable of working in various weather conditions.
Responsibilities:

  • Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers with plant selection, gardening advice, and product recommendations.
  • Maintain the overall cleanliness and organization of the garden center.
  • Water, fertilize, and care for plants to ensure their health and appearance.
  • Assist with unloading and stocking plants and garden supplies.
  • Lift and carry items weighing over 50lbs as needed.
  • Work effectively in both hot and cold weather conditions.
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve daily operational goals.
Qualifications:

  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing over 50lbs.
  • Comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions, including heat and cold.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently.
  • Previous experience in a garden center or related field is a plus but not required.
  • Must be willing to work weekends