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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

Kimberly Simmen

Kimberly Simmen, KMS Native Plants

Started KMS Native Plants in July 2020! The Native Plant Pickup Yard™ is open from mid-April to late November with over 60+ native plant varieties to choose from. Educating the public through presentations and workshops. Native planters and gift baskets for all occasions.

Kyle Kearns

Kyle Kearns, Ajna Stonescapes

We are a Landscape Service Provider and ICPI Certified Hardscape Installer servicing Southern Maine and Coastal New Hampshire. Our committment is a sustainable, minimal-impact approach to construction. We reserve the use of heavy equipment unless absolutely necessary, practing prudent stewardship. We use locally-sourced materials and natural stone, limit the use of plastic non-biodegradable products, and source native plants as often as possible. We always strive to replenish our impact areas with rich, robust soils. Find out more!

Barry Draycott

Barry Draycott, Tech Terra Environmental

Tech Terra Environmental services the green industry as a single source for a wide range of biopesticides and organic based soil amendments natural at manufacturer prices that would meet the needs of professional landscapers and lawn care providers.

Xenia D'Ambrosi

Xenia D'Ambrosi, Sweet Earth Co.

Sweet Earth Co. is a floral and garden design studio located on a sustainable flower farm in Pound Ridge, New York. We specialize in growing specialty cut flowers and herbs, and in eco-garden and floral design and installations.

Jason Goldman

Jason Goldman, Flower To The People

Flower To The People is a garden design company aimed at creating ecological havens for both people and wildlife. No matter the location, we pick a selection of plants that will be perfect for your setup.

Kristin Andres

Kristin Andres, Association to Preserve Cape Cod

The Association to Preserve Cape Cod is the region’s leading nonprofit environmental organization, working for the adoption of laws, policies and programs that protect and enhance Cape Cod’s natural resources and quality of life. Since 1968, APCC has been Cape Cod’s voice for the environment. Our efforts have led to landmark achievements in water resource protection, land preservation and smart growth, earning APCC the reputation as Cape Cod’s most prominent and influential environmental advocacy group.

Tony Somers

Tony Somers, SWCA Environmental Consultants

Since 1981, SWCA has offered comprehensive environmental planning, regulatory compliance, and natural and cultural resources management services. SWCA's dedicated ecological restoration, landscape architecture, and engineering team designs, permits, and builds environmentally responsible projects ranging from multi-mile stream restorations and wetland enhancements to pollinator friendly solar sites and municipal park and trail design.

Ivonne Vazquez

Ivonne Vazquez, Bas Rouge Farm & Forge

Ivonne Vazquez owns Bas Rouge Farm & Forge in Orono, Maine, established in 2022. There are several enterprises including a native plant nursery, wholesale culinary mushrooms, permaculture design consulting and blacksmith forge. The primary enterprise is the native plant nursery. The farm was the recipient of the 2022 North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) Farmer-Rancher Award USA (pollinator.org) for their work in pollinator conservation. Bas Rouge Farm & Forge grows and sells native herbaceous perennials, shrubs, sapling trees and seeds.

Jeff Lorenz

Jeff Lorenz, Refugia Design

Since 2015, Refugia Design has been offering native landscape design-build, winning awards from the Perennial Plant Association, American Society of Landscape Architects, Association of Professional Landscape Designers, American Horticultural Society and more. Annual award-winning exhibitors at the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, Refugia is known for an immersive, naturalistic design aesthetic, meadow expertise and sustainable practices. Ground-breaking initiatives include its Ecological Greenway Network of 200+ productive native habitats that promote connectivity, biodiversity and ecological refuge for plants and wildlife throughout the Greater Philadelphia Area and Jersey Shore.

Krystle McMorrow

Krystle McMorrow, Sundog’s Ecological Landscapes

Native plant design and organic landscape maintenance with a focus on restoring our natural habitats and your home environment.