Join an exciting and fresh horticultural venture located in picturesque Mid-West Wales, just a mile from the stunning coast. Dyfi Plants is a brand-new plant nursery specializing in unusual and useful plants for resilient edible growing projects. With a focus on perennial vegetables, herbs, flowers, shrubs, and trees, our mission is to empower growers and support community projects by donating 1 plant for every 10 sold.
This diverse role offers a chance to oversee the core elements of the nursery, including plant propagation and care, packaging orders, and on-site sales. If you are a passionate horticulturist with boundless energy and a desire for a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Bonus points if you enjoy chatting on camera as part of our promotional efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Propagation of nursery stock, including perennial vegetables, herbs, and shrubs
Ongoing care and maintenance of plants to ensure the highest standards
Take the lead in processing and packaging mail orders for shipping
Ensure plants are accurately labelled, documented, and ready for sale
Engage in in-person sales at the nursery site and local markets
What We’re Looking For
Essentials:
Horticultural Experience: A solid foundation in plant care and propagation
Attention to Detail: Precision in labelling, documenting, and packaging plants
Full Driver’s License: For flexibility and occasional market trips
Adaptable and Resilient: Thrives in a physically demanding environment and is adaptable to changing priorities
Passion for Plants: A deep and genuine enthusiasm for horticulture
Communication Skills: Clear and effective in both spoken and written communication
Desirables
Familiarity with Plant Passports and documentation
RHS Level 2 or equivalent qualifications
Amateur photography experience for capturing plant images
Previous experience working in a plant nursery or horticultural experience
Retail experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Performance bonus
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Some weekend availability (every second Saturday during the growing season, swapped for an agreed midweek day)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 28/02/2025
Expected start date: 07/04/2025