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Membership

We are diverse in many ways but united in common purpose.
Our members align around these fundamental principles:

  • We believe in using landscaping practices that are environmentally safe.
  • We understand that natural systems are the best guide for learning how to develop and maintain healthy landscapes.
  • We value landscaping methods that are based upon scientific studies and practical experience.
  • We are committed to educating ourselves and others about ecological landscaping methods.
  • We strive to create a network of dedicated people who can be a powerful agent for change.

Find the membership level that is right for you. 

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Student Membership

For full-time students who want to become an active part of ELA’s mission

Benefits include:

  • Discounted registrations
  • Free registration for webinars
  • Access to member’s only area on the ELA website (includes all archived webinars)
  • Access to Into the Weeds, ELA’s quarterly members-only publication

* Gift memberships now available!

$25

Community Membership

Benefits include:

  • Discounted registrations
  • Free registration for webinars
  • Access to member’s only area on the ELA website (includes all archived webinars)
  • Access to Into the Weeds, ELA’s quarterly members-only publication

* Gift memberships now available!

$50

Professional Membership

Enjoy Community benefits, plus:

  • Professional level gets 1 discounted ticket
  • Listing in ELA Speaker’s Bureau
  • Membership directory listing
  • Listing in Eco-Pro Directory
  • Access to Into the Weeds, ELA’s quarterly members-only publication (contact staff for advertising opportunities)

* Gift memberships now available!

$100

Company Membership

Enjoy Professional benefits, plus:

  • Up to 4 discounted registrations for all ELA events
  • Listing in ELA Speaker’s Bureau
  • Your company’s profile featured in one month of the ELA Monthly Bulletin, and one issue of ELA’s quarterly members-only publication, Into the Weeds
  • 10% discount off ELA website advertising
  • Inclusion in PR efforts and specialty outreach

$250

Meet some of our ELA Members

Elena Pascarella

Elena Pascarella, Landscape Elements LLC

LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS, LLC provides a full range of landscape architectural services.We utilize the most up to date principles of sustainable site design, landscape ecology and cultural landscape preservation to create projects that preserve and enhance historic and cultural landscape patterns, conserve natural resources and minimize impacts to the environment. This approach provides clients with projects that are sustainable and that maintain and enhance the unique character of the site.

Michelle Coker

Michelle Coker, Gardenflow Designs

Gardenflow Designs is dedicated to designing thoughtfully planned, unique landscapes that provide regenerative solutions for our environment, create beautiful living spaces, and invite people to interact with nature. Specializing in residential landscape design.

Peter Birnbaum

Peter Birnbaum, Cooper's Hollow Farm - Native Plants

- Propagation of lesser known natives since 2008. - Actively integrating native plants into landscapes through site planning, installation of native woodland and pollinator gardens, and advisory services for their care and maintenance.

Library Mt Cuba Center

Library Mt Cuba Center

With paths welcoming guests from the formal gardens of a du Pont mansion through stunning vistas, intimate woodlands and lush meadows, Mt. Cuba Center is a botanical garden that puts the beauty of native landscapes on display to inspire conservation. Learn more at mtcubacenter.org.

Clarissa Conroy

Clarissa Conroy, NatureWorks Landscape Services

For more than 20 years, NatureWorks has enjoyed working with discerning homeowners in the Boston area to maintain and improve their landscapes. Our clients enjoy the simplification and value that comes from working with one company for all of their outdoor needs.

Laura Willson

Laura Willson, Garden Endeavors

Our firm specializes in organic land care, fine gardening, professional horticultural expertise, customized pruning, seasonal container design, edible garden care, companion bulb displays, pollinator-friendly landscapes, and holiday decorating.

Norcross Wildlife Foundation

Norcross Wildlife Foundation, Norcross Wildlife Foundation

Protecting, enhancing, and expanding habitat for wildlife through conservation, education, and support

David Jay

David Jay, Weinmayr/Jay Assoc. Inc.

I went to work for Michael Weinmayr in 1988, took over the commercial side of the business in 2004, and the rest of it on his death in 2012. Our work has included public housing renovation work, parks, playgrounds, healing gardens, eldercare facilities, church gardens, housing and land development, and private residential.

Barbara Ryan

Barbara Ryan, Chain Bridge Native Landscapes

Chain Bridge Native Landscapes (aka Chain Bridge Natives), located in McLean, Virginia, designs regenerative/native gardens, restores habitat, and provides native plant acquisition and sustainable landscape guidance to those who seek to enhance the biodiversity of their properties.

Jessica Lane

Jessica Lane, Inspired Gardens, LLC

Inspired Gardens designs, installs, and maintains professional quality gardens and landscapes. Our fine gardening services include garden/landscape design & installation, seasonal containers, and perennial/fine gardening. We implement organic practices whenever possible. We also incorporate native plants as much as our clients have interest in doing so. We were founded by a former helicopter pilot-turned gardener. As a small business, we customize our approach to each property and develop close relationships with our clients.