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The coworkers are easily the best part of working here, you build comradery through the work and conditions (naturally, since you're outside in the elements 40hrs a week from March-December). There's also a lot of fun tasks like planting and designing containers and holiday decor if you're into that. Some clients can be really cool if you're lucky.

You will be sore regularly and will be exhausted. It gets super hot and super cold, please be prepared for that. If you have an injury, there's not much they can do for you considering the nature of the job. Be mindful of ergonomics and using proper body mechanics, you're gonna need it to avoid getting injured. 

They used to give us more perks and light benefits, but those have been stripped away year after year in the name of profit-seeking. Expect only getting 5 PTO days per season, all of which must be accrued. You will get bonuses after very quarter though, but that depends on the collective. 

If you're expecting to learn a lot here, you might, but there's a threshold until work becomes stale. Clients will ask you questions you will not know the answer to and can feel embarrassing since you won't know everything (unless you do have experience). You will receive some training, which has gotten much better over time, but expect to mess up once in a while. They're usually forgiving, but wait and ask before you do anything drastic while in the field. 

The work can be fruitful at first, but the clients can be atrocious and Parterre will expect you to lick everyone's boots. Management definitely has favorites and you will know if you're in the -in- group or not, but you're not safe even if you are. Once you're not, they treat you like a child, ignore your needs or concerns, or will get rid of you without a conversation. 

Long hours, schedule can change on company's whim, expected to work weekends, poor communication, lack of organization, poor management, no time for bathroom breaks, gossip and talking behind people backs, employer didn't follow up on promises, manager scheduling issues turned into the gardeners problem and fault, over all a stressful and unrewarding job.

The employees here work as a team, support each other, and make a difference on our planet.  Parterre focuses on culture by hosting many fun events, ( Opening Day, Summer Solstice Party, Art Show & Plant Swap, Holiday Gathering and many Garden Tours), handing out many care packages, providing opportunities for trainings and growth.  Oh, did I mention they have a generous bonus structure?!?  

Being an ecological technician is like doing regular landscaping, except a lot less fussy (good!) but a lot more strenuous (good or bad, depending). If you are interested in plant care and landscape rehab, this can be a fun and rewarding job. You'll have the opportunity to effect some real, positive change in the landscape while learning a great deal at the same time. The people you work with here are amazing; management is a mixed bag.

Not a professional environment. Little to no value placed in knowledgeable employees, terrible regarding sick/PTO, lazy or straight up incompetent management, company does not adequately compensate wear and tear on your vehicle as you are expected to keep your tools in it and bring it to sites. Overall, the company cares more about money than proper horticulture technique and practices, do not recommend unless you need a job for the summer.

I came to Parterre to have a better work/life balance and it has been one of my best career experiences so far. Upper management truly care and invest in the different divisions. The company is constantly growing and open to new ideas from any employee. I feel my creativity has been able to flourish alongside everyone at Parterre.

Have bought plants and project managed for smaller and larger companies (nurseries and others) more than half my life.  Was forced to use an inefficient method to manage purchasing and was then blamed for the resultant failures. There is a reason this company has had 6 people in the role in 5 years. Hires beware. 

I enjoy working with the people at Parterre. We are all passionate about plants, and work to build, maintain, and restore gardens. There is always opportunity for growth as a professional with the strength of a greater team supporting you. 

Parterre is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative, efficient and creative work environment for employees to better serve their customers.  Many tools and benefits are provided for individuals looking to advance their career in the landscape industry.

Periodic company outings are a nice break during the busy season too!


A horticultural company that seeks to elevate the industry as a whole.
A good company culture with a sometimes frenetic pace.
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Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Field manager 4 salaries reported	$32.75 per hour
Irrigation technician 2 salaries reported	$28.50 per hour
Gardener 11 salaries reported	$25.09 per hour
Field technician 3 salaries reported	$27.67 per hour
Horticulturist 2 salaries reported	$28.50 per hour

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