Speaking of the environment, we would certainly like to remind you that working in the green industry means working in a terrific environment. It involves a variety of activities — many outdoors — in settings that are healthy, beautiful and generally non- stressful. This is an attractive alternative to spending your life in a cubicle, while you slowly wither away from ‘closed building syndrome.’ (Okay, sorry for the melodrama — but we had to make our point.) What about the seasonal aspect of horticulture? Many of our workers look forward to an annual break, with the assurance they will have a place next spring. Some employers offer pay options to assure level paycheques throughout the year. The trend is toward a longer work season, and many people working in horticulture find themselves in jobs with no seasonal break at all.