GardenComm Member Benefits

GardenComm is the professional home for garden communicators—writers, educators, broadcasters, influencers, marketers, and media pros who share a passion for plants and people. Membership opens the door to professional growth, national recognition, and a powerful community of peers.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, grow your brand, or stay current on industry trends, GardenComm provides the tools, support, and visibility you need to thrive.

AUTHORS | WRITERS | SPEAKERS | PHOTOGRAPHERS | CONTENT CREATORS | FREELANCE WRITERS | EDUCATORS | GREEN INDUSTRY MARKETERS

Your GardenComm Membership Includes:

members socially engaged at a gardencomm event
member recognition at the honors ceremony
member carrying plants home from a trade show
members speaking at the annual conference
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members gathered during a gardencomm tour
members relaxing after a day of garden tours

Professional Development

  • Free and discounted access to live and on-demand webinars

  • CEU-eligible courses to maintain certifications

  • Media training, branding, and content strategy sessions

  • Access to Power Circle - themed mastermind groups

International Recognition

  • Eligibility to enter the GardenComm Media Awards program

  • Member spotlights across GardenComm publications and platforms

  • Speaker and expert visibility through the “Hire a Pro” directory

Community & Networking

  • Local and virtual networking opportunities

  • Member forums and peer-to-peer collaboration

  • Regional Gather & Grow tours and annual Virtual Conference

Career Support & Visibility

  • Searchable member profile in our public directory

  • Opportunities to speak at events or contribute content

  • Job board, press leads, and freelance referrals

Member Discounts

  • National Garden Bureau - Members receive a $75 discount for the basic level and a 50% discount for each additional product above and beyond one book/podcast, etc. Visit ngb.org for the details and to register.

  • Access to national trade shows for free or discounted rates

  • Discounted or free admission to many public gardens 
Hear From Our Members

“I got my first book deal by attending a Pitch the Editors event.”
– Richard Restuccia, Vice President of Sales at Husqvarna Group

Ready to Grow Your Career?

Become part of the leading network of garden communicators. Join GardenComm Today →

✔ 2,400+ Media Awards issued  
✔ 40+ on-demand webinars  
✔ 10+ networking events annually  
✔ CEU credits available