Grower Full-Time

Plant Health Grower/Propagator
Plant Health Nord Farm, Minnesota
Reports To: Lead Grower
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time Grower/Propagator
The Grower/Propagator is responsible for the successful propagation, rooting, and early-stage production of woody and perennial ornamental crops across his/her greenhouse section consisting of hoop houses, gutter-connected ranges, and outdoor beds. This role oversees environmental control, irrigation management, fertility programs, and plant health, while ensuring high-quality liners for finishing production for his/her greenhouse section. The Grower/Propagator is accountable for achieving high rooting success, uniform liner quality, and efficient labor utilization.
The Grower/Propagator works within a technology-driven environment utilizing Argus Titan and Qcom environmental control systems, GTI and Cherry Creek Systems booms, as well as other irrigation systems. This role is production-critical and directly impacts crop timing, shrink, and downstream finishing performance.
Follow instructions from Lead Grower.
Ensure uniform rooting, callus formation, and liner quality.
Maintain detailed crop records including rooting percentages, timing, crop stage, and performance.
Implement liquid fertilizer programs during propagation and early liner stages.
Manage controlled-release fertilizer (CRF) where applicable.
Work with production crews on crop placement, cutting harvest, cutback schedule
Maintain sanitation standards in his/her propagation zones.
Ensure uniform, retail-ready liner quality standards.
Communicate proactively with Lead Grower and Department Head regarding crop progress and challenges.
Participate in crop planning.
Horticulture degree or experience in horticulture.
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Monday.com) and greenhouse environmental control systems like Argus or Qcom.
Strong understanding of mist propagation and environmental control strategies.
Working knowledge of irrigation systems and water quality management.
Evening and weekend work required during peak propagation season.
Experience with Argus Titan or Qcom or similar greenhouse climate systems.
Some mechanical aptitude
Data-driven decision making.
Ability to adapt quickly to seasonal changes.
Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus.
The employee must regularly lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to weather conditions such as humidity, heat, cold, rain, and wind. PPE may be required, and the role may involve exposure to dust, fertilizers, pesticides, and noise.
Other duties may include participating in planting, grading, shipping and greenhouse maintenance.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team.
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