plant propagation
Types of different propagation methods, materials and seeds and their criteria for health and quality.
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Garden labourers perform simple tasks in cultivating and maintaining flowers, trees and shrubs. This work can take place in either parks or private gardens.
Competences and skills
50 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesplant species
The variety of plants, trees and shrubs and their special characteristics.
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soil structure
Diversity of soil elements and types of soil in relation to plant growth.
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watering principles
Methods, principles and systems for supplying water to land or crops by means of pipes, sprinklers, ditches or streams.
Cross-sector
1 competencepest control in plants
Types and features of pests in plants and crops. Different kinds of pest control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
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Essential skills and competences 20 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
18 competencesgrow plants
Carry out plant growing activities. Carry out grow control considering the required terms and conditions for specific plant type.
maintain ground
Mow grass, rake leaves, and remove fallen limbs and trash. Remove weeds from landscapes in parks, greenways and other properties. Maintain the grounds and landscapes of private clients and businesses. Perform maintenance such as fertilising; spraying for weed and pest controls; planting, pruning and removing trees and shrubs; mow, trim, edge, cut and clean up uncontrolled weeds.
maintain plant health
Manage and support overall plant health. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.
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maintain plant soil nutrition
Manage and support overall soil nutrition. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.
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maintain plants' growth
Support growth, appearance and intended purpose of the plants.
maintain turf and grass
Establish and maintain fine turf, grassed fields, and synthetic surfaces for sports events. Ensure a pleasant appearance of the property grounds.
nurse plants
Determine the need for nursing activities and carry out nursing by cultivating, maintaining, watering and spraying the plants and trees manually or using appropriate equipment, taking into account the plant species and following safety requirements.
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operate hand pruning equipment
Efficiently perform hand pruning by using specific pruning tools like shears, lopping shears, saw, a small pocket scale to weigh the pruned material, and twine.
operate turf management equipment
Operate turf management equipment like hedge cutters, mowers and strimmers.
plant according to guidelines
Plant according to guidelines including instructions on digging, staking and maintenance.
plant green plants
Plant seeds manually or by using ground equipment.
prepare planting area
Prepare planting area and soil for planting by for example fertilising, mulching by hand or using mechanical tools or machinery. Prepare seeds and plants for sowing and planting by ensuring the quality of seed and plants. Sow and plant by hand, using mechanical tools or machinery and in accordance with national legislation.
prepare sites for planting of grass
Prepare lawn areas by spreading top soil and planting grass, and by laying instant turf.
prepare the ground
Prepare the ground for laying turf or seeding by clearing the area, choosing the optimal soil, choosing the ground deepness and the appropriate fertilisers.
propagate plants
Carry out propagation activities by appling appropriate propagation methods such as grafted cutting propagation or generative propagation considering the plant type. Carry out propagation control considering the required terms and conditions for specific plant type.
prune hedges and trees
Cut and prune trees and hedges in ornemental forms, considering botanical and esthetical aspects.
prune plants
Carry out pruning with relevant tools, related to the different purposes like maintenance pruning, pruning for growth, pruning for fruiting, debudding and volume reduction.
use gardening equipment
Use gardening equipment such as clippers, sprayers, mowers, chainsaws, complying to health and safety regulations.
Cross-sector
2 competenceshandling chemical products for soil and plants
Handling chemical products for soil and plants includes cleaning the equipment used for spreading and spraying, mixing of chemicals, preparing pesticides and herbicides for spraying, preparing fertilisers for spreading.
work in outdoor conditions
Can cope with the different climate conditions such as heat, rain, cold or in strong wind.
Optional knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
9 competencesgreenhouse types
Different types of greenhouses (plastic, glass) and other horticultural facilities such as hotbed, seedbed, irrigations systems, storage and protective facilities etc.
herbicides sprayers
Types of equipment used to spray herbicides on a surface, used both manually and mechanically.
horticulture principles
The standard horticultural practices, including but not limited to planting, pruning, corrective pruning, and fertilisation.
landscaping materials
Field of information which distinguishes certain required materials, such as wood and wood chips, cement, pebbles and soil for landscaping purposes.
lawn care
Procedures, equipment and products used to maintain the cleanliness of lawns and other grass surfaces in parks or residences.
plant disease control
Types and features of diseases in plants and crops. Different kinds control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
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pruning techniques
The techniques of selectively removing parts of trees and plants to foster better growth and regeneration.
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pruning types
Different approached to pruning trees, such as thinning, removal, etc.
turf management
The different techniques for planting and maintenance of turf according to the type of surfaces and materials used.
Cross-sector
1 competenceecology
The study of how organisms interact and their relation to the ambient environment.
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Optional skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
14 competencesassist in interior plant projects
Assist in or carry out the planting, maintaining, watering and spraying of flowers, hanging baskets, plants, shrubs and trees in interior decorations according to the work description or project
build fences
Put up fences using a pothole digger, shovel, tamper, and other manual tools.
build garden masonry
Create types of masonry specific for gardens such as walls, stairs, etc.
create garden areas
Plant out garden areas.
de-limb trees
De-limb trees ensuring that the quality is within specified limits with regard to health and safety regulations. Cut trees or parts of trees to clear the public access and electrical cables.
establish green roof
Establish vegetation on roofs, takinig into account water and drainage, filters and soil. Plant suitable grasses, and possibly bushes and trees. Establish the green roof with regards to health and safety regulations.
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establish vertical gardens
Construct vertical gardens including attachment of the garden to the wall or other surfaces. Select and plant suitable plants for the wall and maintain the wall.
execute disease and pest control activities
Execute disease and pest control activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the climate, plant or crop type, health and safety and environmental regulations. Store and handle pesticides in accordance with recomandation and legislation.
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- Scope note
- Tasks may include identifying types and features of diseases in plants and crop; carry out crop spraying, for weeds, pest and disease operations in line with relevant guidelines and customer requirements. Carry out slurry and fertiliser spreading in accordance with environmental regulations. Working with pesticides may require special certificates in some countries and recording the data about the usage of pesticides.
maintain the greenhouse
Perform maintenance work on greenhouses. Clean greenhouse windows, drains and gutters.
maintain turf management equipment
Install and service equipment like nets, posts and protective covers for sports and recreation purposes.
nurse trees
Plant, fertilise and trim trees, shrubs and hedges. Examine trees to assess their condition and determine treatment. Work to eradicate insects, fungus and diseases which are harmful to trees, assist with prescribed burning, and work on preventing erosion.
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perform weed control operations
Carry out crop spraying for weeds and plant disease operations in line with National industry and customer requirements.
provide lawn care
Care for lawns by applying techniques of organic, hybrid and integrated lawn care. Provide all necessary nutrients.
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transport physical resources within the work area
Transport physical resources such as products, equipment, materials, and liquids. Carefully load, transport and unload resources safely and efficiently, keeping the load in good condition.
Cross-sector
1 competencemaintain gardening equipment
Perform daily maintenance on tools and equipment and report major faults to a superior.