About the Role
Catalina Gardens is seeking a talented, detail-oriented Garden Designer to help create elevated, aesthetic-driven outdoor spaces for residential and select commercial clients throughout the Twin Cities.
We are a luxury garden design and maintenance company specializing in curated plant palettes, layered seasonal interest, and refined outdoor environments. Our work is intentional, design-forward, and rooted in strong horticultural knowledge.
This role is ideal for someone who understands that great gardens are living compositions; balancing structure, texture, color, and movement, not just plant installation.
You will work closely with ownership to develop planting plans, support client presentations, and bring design concepts to life.
Design Development
-Conduct site visits and assist with site measurements and documentation
-Develop scaled garden layouts and planting plans
-Create plant palettes aligned with site conditions and design vision
-Prepare planting schedules and material lists
-Source plant material and coordinate with suppliers
-Assist with design revisions based on client feedback
Aesthetic & Technical Execution
-Apply strong design principles (layering, repetition, texture, color theory)
-Understand plant growth habits, mature size, and seasonal performance
-Ensure designs are realistic, install-ready, and aligned with budget
Client & Team Collaboration
-Support client presentations (virtual or in-person)
-Communicate clearly with installation teams
-Provide on-site guidance during installs when needed
-Maintain design documentation and organized digital files
Requirements
Strong knowledge of plant identification and horticulture
Understanding of design principles and spatial composition
Ability to create scaled drawings (hand-drawn or digital)
High attention to detail
Ability to balance creativity with budget constraints
Professional communication skills
Self-motivated and organized
About the Company
Catalina Gardens is a Twin Cities–based luxury garden design and maintenance company focused on creating elevated, aesthetic outdoor spaces.
We specialize in thoughtful plant design, layered seasonal beauty, and high-end garden care for residential and select commercial properties. Our work is intentional. Every detail matters. From plant placement to pruning technique to how a finished garden feels when you walk through it.
We are not a mow-and-go landscaping company. We are garden specialists. We care about aesthetics, plant health, and creating outdoor spaces that feel curated and timeless.
We’re a growing company, which means there’s real opportunity here. We’re building a team of people who:
Care about quality
Take pride in their work
Want to learn plant knowledge and design principles
Appreciate working outdoors
Want to grow into leadership or specialty roles
We believe in:
Clear expectations
Professional standards
Growth opportunities
A supportive, team-oriented environment
If you’re motivated, reliable, and ready to learn, we’re excited to meet you.