2012 Grounds Management Symposium

Hosted by The Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories and Arboretum
Charlotte, NC
March 29-30, 2012
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Immerse yourself in the latest research from leading plant experts on the development and establishment of landscape trees. Read more.

IMLS Grant Gives APGA and VCU Opportunity to Document Why Public Gardens Are Important in Creating Sustainable Communities

In a project funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), APGA partnered with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) to document and analyze the programs and contributions of eight APGA member gardens to their communities. Read more.

Traveling Exhibits at a Discount for franklin park
APGA Member Gardens

Rent one (or more!) of FOUR traveling exhibits at a 10 percent discount (for APGA member gardens only).
APGA receives many requests about how to find new exhibits that will attract more visitors and increase membership. This year, FOUR APGA member gardens- NC Arboretum, Morton Arboretum, Franklin Park Conservatory, and Longwood Gardens - have developed traveling exhibits, and have agreed to offer an exclusive discount to APGA member gardens.
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Exhibit! at Garden Paths 2012: The APGA
Conference in Columbus, Ohio

The APGA Conference is the networking arena for public garden professionals throughout North America.

APGA member gardens welcome, educate, and influence over 75 million visitors each year and have the purchasing power of over 600 million dollars. To encourage attendees to visit your booth, APGA will host the Opening Reception and Lunch in the Exhibit Hall. Read more.

APGA is Now Accepting 2012 Award
Nominations

The American Public Gardens Association (APGA) Awards is the professional horticulture industry's best showcase for the most influential, thought-provoking individuals and organizations. Whether you nominate a professional colleague, a co-worker, or a friend, take a moment to participate in the process of recognizing those individuals and organizations that deserve it. Make your nomination today.

 

NAPCC Featured in The American Gardener

APGA's North American Plant Collections Consortium is featured in the November-December 2011 issue of American Gardener, a publication of American Horticultural Society. NAPCC is the recognized standard for excellence in plant collections management and demonstrates a garden's enduring commitment to global efforts to save plants. Author Patricia Taylor spent months researching NAPCC, and conducted numerous interviews and garden visits in preparation for this in-depth article. Read this articlePDF courtesy of American Horticultural Society with permission to distribute.

A Message from APGA's Search Committee: Executive Director Position Posted

We are pleased to announce that the position of APGA Executive Director is now officially open for application.  APGA's Board of Directors has retained the highly recognized firm of Morris & Berger to assist APGA in the search for the most highly qualified candidate.

The Search Committee welcomes your assistance in identifying exceptional candidates. We feel as though the professionals in our field will be able to provide invaluable input and serve as great sources for prospective candidates.

For the full description, please click here.