Landscape Horticulturist
Design, install, and maintain landscapes including plant selection, hardscaping, and irrigation systems.
About Landscape Horticulturist
Landscape horticulturists design, create, and maintain landscapes including plant selection and installation, hardscape construction, irrigation system installation, and turf management. They combine horticultural knowledge with construction skills to create functional outdoor spaces.
Work Environment
Landscape horticulturists work primarily outdoors in residential, commercial, and municipal settings. The work is seasonal in many regions, with peak activity in spring through fall. They operate various power equipment and work in all weather conditions.
Physical Demands
- Heavy lifting of plants, soil, and stone
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Operating power equipment
- Bending, digging, and planting
- Seasonal long hours during peak season
Designated Provinces & Territories
Red Seal Exam Structure
The Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions covering 5 major work activity areas.
Total Questions
Multiple choice
5–15%
Knowledge & Recall
60–70%
Procedural Application
20–30%
Critical Thinking
Skills for Success
The essential skills required to succeed in this trade, as defined by the Red Seal program.
Reading
Read technical manuals, code books, specifications, and safety documentation related to landscape horticulture.
Document Use
Interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and technical documents used in landscape horticulture.
Writing
Complete work orders, reports, inspection records, and other documentation for landscape horticulture.
Oral Communication
Communicate with clients, colleagues, supervisors, and other trades to coordinate landscape horticulture work.
Numeracy
Perform measurements, calculations, and estimates required for landscape horticulture tasks.
Thinking
Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to diagnose issues and plan landscape horticulture work.
Working with Others
Collaborate with team members, apprentices, and other trades on landscape horticulture projects.
Digital Technology
Use digital tools, diagnostic software, and computer-based systems relevant to landscape horticulture.
Continuous Learning
Stay current with evolving codes, technologies, and best practices in landscape horticulture.
Career Advancement
Horticulturists can advance to landscape designer, project manager, or arborist. Many start their own landscaping businesses or specialize in irrigation design, urban forestry, or landscape architecture support.
Specializations
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