Very different types of ground are required for different kinds of sport, for example, the fine turf of a cricket wicket and the rougher surface of a football pitch. They mark out lines to a high degree of accuracy for playing areas including borders and flower beds to ensure an attractive environment. They are also responsible for maintaining their tools and machinery and manage facilities made of synthetic turf, concrete and tarmac. Almost all the time is spent outdoors. Come to horticulture, a growing industry and probably the most rewarding.
Personal characteristics required largely depend on the horticultural position.
Consultants must be tactful, polite, outgoing, and above all be able to get on with many different types of people. They must be confident speakers and be capable organisers. They must be able to express themselves lucidly both in writing and conversation. To be consultants they need a good degree in horticultural science at the least. Obviously they need a master's degree preferably a doctorate.