American Public Gardens Association Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsDelaware, United States11-50 Employees
The American Public Gardens Association is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of public horticulture. Founded in 1940 and based in Wilmington, Delaware, the association serves as a hub for public gardens, their staff, and affiliated organizations. It pursues member success by promoting best practices, offering education and networking opportunities, and advocating on behalf of public gardens, programs, and related institutions worldwide. The APGA's constituency includes nearly 600 member institutions, thousands of individuals, and dozens of corporate partners across the United States and fourteen countries, reflecting its role as a coordinating body within the non-profit horticulture sector. The organization operates as a mid-sized nonprofit that supplies professional development, collaboration, and advocacy to public gardens and their networks. In 2024, APGA organized the Plant Collection Symposium, focusing on purposeful plant collections in a changing world.