We surveyed 811 horticulturists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical horticulturist. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a horticulturist?
Low
High
Working as a horticulturist typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a horticulturist?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a horticulturist typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.
Is it easy to get a job as a horticulturist?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a horticulturist. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for horticulturists.
Do horticulturists work full-time or part-time?
69% of horticulturists work in full-time roles while 31% work part-time.
Is being a horticulturist stressful?
Low
High
Horticulturists tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a horticulturist?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particuarly important part of being a horticulturist.
How competitive is the workplace for horticulturists?
Low
High
Competition at work is not common for horticulturists.
Does being a horticulturist require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for horticulturists.
Are horticulturists allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Horticulturists are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.
Do horticulturists have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
Horticulturists tend to have a set and inflexible work schedule that they are unable to deviate from too much.
Is being a horticulturist physically demanding?
Low
High
Being a horticulturist requires significant physical work, and is not a career for those unable to perform continuous and/or strenuous physical activity.
Are horticulturists exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
Horticulturists tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.
Does being a horticulturist require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a horticulturist.
Does being a good horticulturist require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
The ability to be compassion and empathetic isn't considered fundamental to success as a horticulturist.