Established in 1989, the Association of Professional Landscape Designers^® (APLD^®) is an international organization dedicated to promoting the highest professional standards for landscape designers.

The California Chapter includes local districts throughout the state. We provide our members numerous ways to develop their professional skills and network with other green industry professionals. More...

Our local districts offer regular educational meetings and design forums tailored to our members’ interests. For a complete listing of APLD^® and other green industry events in California, click here.

The decision to hire a professional landscape designer can be one of the smartest investments you'll make toward enhancing your home and its setting. A landscape designer can work with you to turn that neglected corner into a garden sanctuary, or help you completely plan and furnish your outdoor living spaces with the creative use of plants, hardscaping, and other garden elements, resulting in a unified, balanced environment that you'll enjoy for years to come.

APLD^® California Chapter members continually hone their design skills. Many of our members are Certified, which means they have submitted their work to a rigorous, juried peer-review process. To find a qualified designer for your project, click here.