Greenhouse Support @ Colonial Farms

Description

Join our Horticulture team at Powell Gardens’ Colonial Farms and help care for plants in our greenhouse spaces. Volunteers will play an important role in moving plants and protecting them from the elements, helping ensure they stay healthy and ready for guests to enjoy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with moving plants throughout the greenhouse and surrounding areas
  • Help protect plants from weather and environmental conditions
  • Support general greenhouse operations as needed

Qualifications:

  • Ability to lift and push carts up to 40 pounds
  • Comfortable working in an active, outdoor/greenhouse environment

Staff Lead: 

Dakota Lepker | dlepker@powellgardens.org

Brenda Wilson | bwilson@powellgardens.org

Details:

  • Dates: Thursday, April 30 through Sunday, May 10 (multi-date opportunity)
  • Shift Options:
    • 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Spots Available: 4 volunteers per shift
  • Department: Horticulture

What to Bring:

  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Hat
  • Gloves

Upon Arrival:
Please report to the Plant Bar when you arrive for your scheduled shift.

Location

Location Dot Shift 27610 E Wyatt Rd
Blue Springs  64014
Begins Duration Open Spots Respond
Wed May 6, 2026 @ 4:00pm
to 6:00pm
2.00 hours 4 of 4
Thu May 7, 2026 @ 8:00am
to 10:00am
2.00 hours 3 of 4
Thu May 7, 2026 @ 4:00pm
to 6:00pm
2.00 hours 4 of 4
Fri May 8, 2026 @ 8:00am
to 10:00am
2.00 hours 4 of 4
Fri May 8, 2026 @ 4:00pm
to 6:00pm
2.00 hours 4 of 4
Sat May 9, 2026 @ 8:00am
to 10:00am
2.00 hours 4 of 4
Sat May 9, 2026 @ 4:00pm
to 6:00pm
2.00 hours 4 of 4
Sun May 10, 2026 @ 8:00am
to 10:00am
2.00 hours 3 of 4
Sun May 10, 2026 @ 4:00pm
to 6:00pm
2.00 hours 4 of 4