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.
Better Homes and Gardens Subscription Program will be available for the entire year! As a part of its partnership with Better Homes and Gardens, the APGA announces the BHG benefit for garden members will be available through all of 2012. This benefit will provide each member garden the ability to offer subscriptions to BHG magazine to new and renewing members. Click here for more information. To order subscription cards for your garden, email bhg@publicgardens.org.
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.
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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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.
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.
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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.