Garden Centre Horticulturist
Job Description
At The Orchard, plants are only part of the story. What really sets us apart is our people, our knowledge, and the experience we create for every customer who walks through our gates.
We are now looking for a passionate Horticulturist to join our garden centre team and help bring our plant areas to life. This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely loves plants, enjoys sharing their knowledge, and takes pride in creating beautiful, well-cared-for spaces.
The role
You will be responsible for the care and presentation of our plant range, ensuring it reflects the high standards The Orchard is known for. Just as importantly, you will play a key role in guiding and supporting customers, helping them choose the right plants and giving practical, confident advice they can trust.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Caring for a wide range of plants, from seasonal colour to trees and shrubs
- Watering, pruning, feeding and maintaining plant health and quality
- Advising customers on plant choice, planting, and ongoing care
- Maintaining attractive, well-organised plant areas and seasonal displays
- Receiving and organising plant deliveries
- Working closely with a knowledgeable and supportive team to deliver an excellent customer experience
About you
You are someone who enjoys being outdoors, takes pride in your work, and loves talking about plants. You understand that great horticulture and great customer service go hand in hand.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- A genuine passion for gardening and plants
- Experience in horticulture within a retail environment
- A friendly, approachable manner and strong communication skills
- The ability to carry out physical work as part of a busy garden centre
- A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Job Benefits
Why work at The Orchard
- A beautiful working environment rooted in heritage and quality
- A supportive, experienced team that loves what they do. Staff discounts across The Orchard.
- Opportunities to develop your horticultural knowledge and skills
If you would like to grow your career in a place that values expertise, people and customer experience, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV by clicking on the APPLY button.
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Then - How We Started
Nestled in the heart of Celbridge, The Orchard is more than just a retail destination; it’s a place steeped in history, nurtured with passion, and rooted in a love of nature and design. Since opening our gates in 1987, we’ve grown from a humble garden centre into one of Ireland’s finest destinations for home, garden and outdoor living.
The Orchard stands on what was once part of the historic St. Wolstan’s estate. Originally a five-acre walled Victorian orchard, the site was cleverly designed to grow fruit and vegetables for the estate’s grand houses, featuring an ingenious heating system built into the brick walls to protect delicate plants from frost. Remnants of this innovation still remain today, linking our past with our present.
Our story began in 1983, when founder and Managing Director, Gerry Dooley, first laid eyes on the overgrown and long-neglected orchard. A horticulturist by trade and a plant lover at heart, Gerry saw not just what was there, but what could be. With vision, dedication and a passion for quality, The Orchard began trading in 1987 from a modest shop set within an old tomato house.
As our loyal community of customers grew, so did we. In 2004, we embarked on a major redevelopment, culminating in the opening of our stunning glass building in 2006, a modern architectural gem inspired by the Victorian glasshouses of old. This computer-controlled, climate-managed space houses an ever-evolving collection of premium homewares, lifestyle pieces, and garden solutions.
Now - The Orchard Today
Today, The Orchard is proud to stock some of the finest brands in home and garden. From timeless interiors by Neptune and Flamant, to stylish outdoor living with Weber, Traeger, Solo Stove and YETI, along with trusted kitchen and dining names like Denby and Joseph Joseph, we carefully curate everything with quality, function and style in mind.
We’re now home to a 70-strong team of passionate specialists, each committed to providing exceptional service, expert advice, and a warm, welcoming experience.
As Gerry puts it:
“We have spent the last 23 years exceeding the expectations of our customers, and the same things that inspired us at the outset are as true as ever today, a great welcome, service and advice, allied to quality, style and value.”
Whether you visit for inspiration, a stroll, or something special for your home or garden, you’ll always find it, and more, at The Orchard.
