A PROUDLY CANADIAN OWNED
Golden Acre is a living classroom, where knowledge blooms alongside our flowers. Whether you are a seasoned horticulturist
or a gardening enthusiast, everyone has something to teach and something to learn
in our store.
We would love you to join our team, and be part of a Calgary tradition since 1967.
Company History
Golden Acre Home & Garden Centre is a locally owned business operated by two childhood friends-turned entrepreneurs. Established in 1967, Golden Acre has grown from a small nursery to one of Canada’s largest Home & Garden stores.
Our garden center is open 362 days a year and boasts over 40,000 plant varieties and gardening products. For generations, our friendly team of industry experts has inspired Calgarians with their wealth of experience and knowledge. We aim to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing outstanding service and selection.
Golden Acre is committed to fostering a safe, respectable workplace. Our team embodies a modern ethos, ensuring inclusivity, and encouraging individuals to flourish.
Fun Facts
• Golden Acre is larger than The Calgary Flames Saddledome!
• During our peak season, we serve over 20,000+ people per day.
• We are immensely proud to have 6 staff members with over 35 years of service, and 20 staff members with over 10 years of service.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]. Use the subject line: “Application for [INSERT JOB TITLE HERE].”
Interview Process
If selected, you will receive a brief phone call to schedule a Zoom interview. Interviews generally last for 15-20 minutes. Successful candidates will be notified via email and provided with a hiring package and further details.
Please note: Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We’re a small team, are unable to answer calls regarding applications and interviews; please refrain from following up with a phone call.
Job Title
Full Time Cashier / Customer Service
Opening
Golden Acre believes plant people rock! If that describes you, then join our front-end team.
Job Description
Assisting customers customers at the Customer Service Desk and Front Tills.
Job Duties
Characteristics we like:
Attributes we need:
About Us
As Calgary’s largest gardening destination, Golden Acre has been inspiring generations of gardeners since 1967. Launched originally as a small nursery, the company has grown into one of the largest home and garden stores in Canada, carrying over 40,000 various plants and gardening products. Regardless of its size, Golden Acre remains a locally owned and family run store.
Owners Nick and Alfredo are two childhood friends who grew up in the neighboring community of Greenview. They strongly believe in community stewardship and the support of local and Canadian owned suppliers. Over the years, they have assembled a team of industry experts to provide the knowledge and experience that Calgarians have come to expect from this award-winning garden center.
The Golden Acre family is passionate about creating a safe and respectable workplace for everyone; an environment where everyone can feel comfortable and secure to work towards being the best version of themselves. Our staff strive to go above and beyond our customers’ expectations to ensure they leave with a memorable experience. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply today.
Golden Acre Mission is to be welcoming, knowledgeable and inspiring.
To Apply: Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] . Title your email as “Cashier / Customer Service Application”.
A PROUDLY CANADIAN OWNED AND OPERATED COMPANY
Calcium Nitrate:
Mix Ratio: Apply ¼ teaspoon per 2 litres once a week. I full scoop makes 24 litres or 6 gallons.
Recommended preventing blossom end rot and calcium deficiency in tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, pumpkins, zucchinis, and cannabis. It is also highly beneficial for all leafy greens and cruciferous plants (cabbage, Brussel sprouts, broccoli etc.).
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Iron Chelate
Mix Ratio: Soil drench – apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once every 2 weeks. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
Mix ratio: Foliar spray - apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 4 Litres of water once every 4 weeks. A full scoop makes 24 litres or 6 gallons.
Recommended for correcting iron deficiency in a variety of plants grown in high pH soil. Iron deficiency is diagnosed by the yellowing or pale colour of the plant leaves, especially in young growth.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
High Drainage
Moisten Thoroughly before use: (optional) Peat moss can be water-repellent. Before use, thoroughly wet the soil.
Potting:
Use pots with drainage holes to prevent root rot.
Fill the pot with the moistened soil, leaving enough space for the plant's root ball.
Gently place the plant in the pot and fill in around it with more soil.
Firm the soil gently.
Watering:
This is crucial! Water frequently, especially during hot weather.
Check the soil moisture regularly by sticking your finger into the soil.
Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Fertilizing:
Since peat moss is low in nutrients, fertilize regularly with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Consider Amendments:
For plants that prefer more moisture retention, you can add a small amount of coco coir or vermiculite to the mix.
Important Notes:
Overwatering: While frequent watering is necessary, avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Plant Selection: This type of soil is well-suited for seed starting as well as plants that prefer well-drained conditions, such as cacti, cannabis, succulents, and some tropical plants.
Adjustments: You may need to adjust your watering frequency based on the specific plant and environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, sunlight).
Alberta Blend
Moisten the Peat Moss before use: (optional) Peat moss can be hydrophobic (water-repellent) when dry. Before using it, thoroughly moisten it. You can do this by placing it in a container and adding water, then squeezing out any excess.
Mixing: (optional) Our Private Label Alberta Blend comes ready to use, expertly formulated for your plants, either indoors or outdoors.
If you're using this mix as your own base, combine it with worm castings, volcanic dust, vermiculite, etc. to improve nutrition, drainage and/or aeration.
Potting:
When potting your plants, ensure that the pot has drainage holes.
Fill the pot with the moistened potting mix, leaving enough space for the plant's root ball.
Gently place the plant in the pot and fill in around it with more potting mix.
Lightly firm the soil around the plant leaving ½ inch to an inch of space at the top for watering.
Watering:
Because peat moss retains water, be careful not to overwater.
Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly before watering again.
Fertilizing:
Since peat moss is nutrient-poor, you'll need to provide your plants with regular fertilization.
Use the correct fertilizer according to the plant's needs.
20-20-20 Houseplant Complete
Mix Ratio: For all houseplants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once a week once every week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
It is highly recommended to start your houseplants on a fertilizer regime, but only while they are actively growing. Houseplants tend to have a period of dormancy (normally winter, however poinsettias, Xmas cacti etc. are exceptions to this rule) and whilst dormant they should not be fertilized.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
22-6-15 Plus Herb and Leafy Vegetable
Mix Ratio: For all herbaceous and leafy vegetable plants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once a week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
This fertilizer is ideal for all leafy vegetables and for herbs. This product can be used year-round if you grow herbs indoors.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
20-12-28 Tomato and Fruiting Vegetable
Mix Ratio: For all fruiting vegetable plants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water once a week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
Use this fertilizer on planting day and push right through until the plant either stops producing or reaches the end of season. In the case of transplanted seedlings this fertilizer should be used after the 2 feedings of Js - Jump-Start & Transplant.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
10-52-10 Jump-Start & Transplant
Mix Ratio: For outdoor summer plants apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water. Normally two applications, one at the time of transplanting, the second application can be done one week later from the initial fertilizing. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
Mix Ratio: For seed starting - apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water. Do not over water seedlings, feed every 2 weeks until transplanted outside. Feed them at the time of transplanting outdoors, then one more feeding a week later. After that start using the correct fertilizer for type of plant. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
e.g. Vt Vegetable: Tomato and Fruiting for tomatoes, F3 Flower flower flower for bedding out/annual plants.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
4-5-28 Perennial Complete
Mix Ratio: All perennials (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water every 2 weeks from spring to late summer. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
This formula is professionally blended for all your perennials. For existing perennials, we recommend starting to fertilize when you see active growth (i.e. new shoots etc.). For new perennials we recommend that you start fertilizing at time of planting and go through to mid August.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
28-14-14 Plus Trees and Shrubs - Fruit and Flower
Mix Ratio: Trees and/or shrubs (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water per week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
This formula is professionally blended for all your fruiting and flowering trees and shrubs.
For existing trees, we recommend starting to fertilize when you see active growth (i.e. bud break, new shoots etc.).
For new trees we recommend that you start fertilizing at time of planting and go through to mid August.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
14-7-21 Tree and Shrub Leaf & Needle
Mix Ratio: Trees and/or shrubs (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water every 2 weeks. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
This formula is professionally blended for all your evergreen/coniferous and deciduous trees and shrubs.
For existing trees, we recommend starting to fertilize when you see active growth (i.e. bud break, new shoots etc.).
For new trees we recommend that you start fertilizing at time of planting and go through to mid August.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
15-10-30 Flower, Flower, Flower
Mix Ratio: Outdoor plants (in warm seasons) apply ¼ teaspoon (1gram) /per 1 Litre of water twice a week. A full scoop makes 12 litres or 3 gallons.
This formula is professionally blended for all your annual plants. We recommend starting to fertilize at time of planting outdoors and go through to first frost.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of children and pets.