1. Apply at small, independently owned nurseries
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How I Landed a Plant Nursery Job With No Experience
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I applied at some chain nurseries but I could tell they weren't interested in my resume which was loaded with art gallery, personal assistant, and production assistant work. Plus, I wasn't exactly excited about working at a big corporation since I would just feel like another cog in the machine...