Merideth DeYoung
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Horticulturist and Landscape Designer and with excellent customer relations and planning abilities. Proficient in manual and computer-aided drafting, contract negotiation and administrative leadership. Accomplished in managing landscaping designs from concept through final installation and maintenance. Knowledgeable about native and invasive species, lawn care requirements and pruning benefits.
Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Design and Sales
New Garden Landscaping
11.2008 - Current
- Consulted with customers and analyzed locations to develop concepts.
- Rendered designs with manual and computer-aided methods.
- Sourced high-quality trees, bushes, grass seed or sod, fertilizer and other supplies to complete new installations.
- Completed special projects such as recreational designs and site rehabilitations.
- Negotiated and fulfilled maintenance contracts for ongoing care.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Managed and coordinated installation of complex landscaping projects.
- Created and maintained detailed records of landscaping projects for future reference.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Logged over $1 million in Landscape Sales in 2022
Grower/ Propagator
Meadowbrook Farm
01.1995 - 10.2008
- Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost, and amendments.
- Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Regulated watering and fertilizing to avoid waste while nurturing plants.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs, and plants.
- Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
- Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
- Assembled and maintained greenhouses and other structures to assist with business operations.
- Assisted customers with finding requested plants and flowers.
Landscape Maintenance Technician
Mary Costello
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
Jewelry Maker
A.M. Ross & Son
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Fabricated pieces by hand and using specialized equipment.
- Maintained equipment in good working order, completing adjustments and repairs to promote longevity.
- Modified designs to meet client demands.
- Assessed pieces to evaluate quality and accuracy according to design.
- Checked completed jewelry pieces to evaluate quality and made adjustments to align with customer demands.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography, Printmaking
Temple University, Tyler Art School
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Science - Horticulture
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA06.1998
Skills
- Maintenance Contracts
- Landscaping Knowledge
- Project Manager Supervision
- Material Selection
- Drought-Resistant Species
- Tree Varieties
- Project Management
- Design Proficiency
- Best Practices and Standards
- Pruning and Maintaining Trees
- Basic Stonework Design
- Landscaping Layouts
- Diverse Plant Knowledge
- Time Management
- Pruning Skills
- Project Design
- Plant Propagation
- Landscape Maintenance
Accomplishments
- career Horticulturist with over 30 years professional experience
Timeline
Landscape Design and Sales
New Garden Landscaping
11.2008 - Current
Grower/ Propagator
Meadowbrook Farm
01.1995 - 10.2008
Landscape Maintenance Technician
Mary Costello
01.1993 - 01.1995
Jewelry Maker
A.M. Ross & Son
01.1991 - 01.1993
Associate of Arts - Photography, Printmaking
Temple University, Tyler Art School
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
Temple University
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