Ashkan Heidari

Motivated horticulture professional with hands-on experience running a specialist plant business and currently studying for the RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture. I have a strong foundation in plant care, propagation, and sustainable growing techniques, and I’m eager to develop my skills further within a professional greenhouse environment. I bring curiosity, precision, and a proactive approach to every task, with a genuine passion for plant health, innovation, and sustainability.

Key Skills

Greenhouse and propagation management

Crop protection and biological control strategies

Fertiliser, irrigation, and nutrition planning

Knowledge of soil science and plant physiology

Monitoring and improving plant health and yields

Data collection, analysis, and record keeping

Peat-free and sustainable propagation methods

Regulatory compliance (Health & Safety, COSHH, environmental standards)

Strong organisational and communication skills

Cultivated and propagated specialist and rare plant species, focusing on cacti and succulents.

Managed all aspects of plant health, including soil preparation, watering, feeding schedules, and pest management.

Implemented sustainable growing techniques and experimented with substrate mixes to optimise growth.

Maintained records of plant development, environmental conditions, and propagation success rates.

Oversaw business operations including sales, customer service, and supply management.