Association of Professional Gardeners
The Association of Professional Gardeners (A.P.G) is a
non-profit organization dedicated to the development and
support of Professional Gardeners. Our mission is to
promote and develop the business of professional
gardening, establish standards that increase the integrity of
the business, provide networking opportunities between
members and coordinate resources for professionally
employed gardeners.
APG will help you:
- Become a professional gardener
- Grow your gardening business
- Find the right gardener for your home or business
Who is a Professional Gardener?
- An experienced horticulturist who is paid for gardening services, including: coaching, consulting, designing, planning, installing, maintaining and/or managing.
- A knowledgeable caretaker of clients' perennials, shrubs, trees and annuals.
- A garden services provider who uses continuing education to stay current regarding the latest garden best practices.
What is the backbone of APG?
- Established in 1999.
- Welcomes novice to experienced gardeners.
- Members represent all phases of gardening.
- Businesses provide diverse talents, skills and services from outdoor lighting to interiorscapes.
- Believe that where the lawn ends the gardening begins!