Estate Horticulturalist/Specialist Gardener – Vacancy

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Horticulturist/Specialist Gardener to join a growing private estate in Kent undergoing significant landscaping and garden development. This is a rare opportunity for someone who genuinely loves plants, gardens and estate presentation to help shape and maintain an ambitious long-term vision. The estate includes formal gardens, woodland, ponds and future Mediterranean-inspired landscaping alongside the development of a luxury equestrian facility. We are looking for someone with a strong horticultural eye who can help curate and maintain gardens of exceptional quality and beauty.

Responsibilities:

•⁠ ⁠Planting design and implementation  •⁠ ⁠Seasonal planting and garden management •⁠ ⁠Maintaining formal gardens and borders •⁠ ⁠Care of specimen plants and trees •⁠ ⁠Mediterranean and structured garden planting •⁠ ⁠Irrigation management •⁠ ⁠Greenhouse/orangery care •⁠ ⁠Lawn and topiary presentation•⁠ ⁠Supporting pond and water feature planting •⁠ ⁠Assisting with estate-wide landscaping projects •⁠ ⁠Maintaining immaculate presentation standards across the property

The Ideal Candidate You will:

•⁠ ⁠Have strong horticultural knowledge and practical experience •⁠ ⁠Be genuinely passionate about plants and gardens •⁠ ⁠Have an excellent eye for detail and presentation  •⁠ ⁠Take pride in producing high-end finishes •⁠ ⁠Be proactive, organised and hands-on •⁠ ⁠Enjoy working within a family estate environment•⁠ ⁠Be comfortable around animals and children •⁠ ⁠Have experience with luxury/private gardens, estates or high-end landscaping projects Knowledge of tropical and Mediterranean planting, formal estate gardens, irrigation systems, specimen planting and water gardens would be highly advantageous.

Salary: £45K-£55k DOE

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