Why Become a Member?

As a member of the Leila Arboretum Society, you are not only helping to make BC Green, but you are also giving yourself the opportunity to meet wonderful people and make lasting friendships. Many of our members exchange gardening tips, plants and vegetables, share knowledge and help each other learn more about the wonderful world of gardening. Whether it’s working in the greenhouse, the smell of flowers or the dirt between your fingers, being a member is both fun and educational.

Interested in Becoming a Leila Arboretum Society Member?

Click here for a printable Membership Application

To have more information sent to you call (269) 969-0270.

To register your membership online, use the form below:

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Membership Type:
(see below for info)
$25 Individual
$50 Family/Grandparent
$100 Hemlock
$250 Sweetgum
$500 Birch
$1000 Oak

Please Help Us Save: Natural Resources • Time •Money!

And Receive Free Admission to Over 100 Gardens Nationwide
– Over 20 in the tri-state area alone –

MEMBERSHIP & BENEFITS

INDIVIDUAL ($25) - (1 adult): 10% off classes and products of Leila Arboretum, 10% off plants at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, and other discounts at participating member merchants (see above).

FAMILY/GRANDPARENT ($50) (two adults & kids/grandkids under 18): a $10 off coupon at the Annual Spring Plant Sale, 10% off classes and products of Leila Arboretum, 10% off plants at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, one free Garden Tour ticket, and other discounts at participating member merchants (see above), free admission for 2 adults to over 150 American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Gardens, plus 2 free general admissions to reciprocal area Museums.

HEMLOCK ($100) – (two adults & kids/grandkids under 18): $50 to membership and $50 to LAS Endowment Fund, a $10 off coupon at the annual spring plant sale in May, 10% off classes and products of Leila Arboretum, 10% off plants at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, and other discounts at participating member merchants (see above), free admission for 2 adults to over 150 American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Gardens, 2 free general admissions to reciprocal area Museums, plus 2 free tickets to the Battle Creek Garden Tour an LAS Fundraiser.

SWEETGUM ($250) – (two adults & kids/grandkids under 18): two complimentary tickets to the Annual LAS Garden Tour (fundraiser), $50 to LAS Endowment Fund, a $10 off coupon at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, 10% off classes and products of LAS, 10% off plants at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, and other discounts at participating member merchants (see above), free admission for 2 adults to over 150 American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Gardens, 2 free general admissions to reciprocal area Museums, plus one free class or workshop (valued at $50).


BIRCH ($500) – (two adults & kids/grandkids under 18): one free class or workshop (up to $50), your choice of either an honorary tree planted at Leila Arboretum at member's request or a 2 hour personal event in the Children's Garden after 5pm, two complimentary tickets to the Annual LAS Garden Tour (fundraiser), $50 to LAS Endowment Fund, a $10 off coupon at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, 10% off classes and products of LAS, 10% off plants at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, and other discounts at participating member merchants (see above), free admission for 2 adults to over 150 American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Gardens, and 2 free general admissions to reciprocal area Museums.

OAK ($1000) – (two adults & kids/grandkids under 18): sponsorship of an educational event, one free class or workshop (up to $50), your choice of either an honorary tree planted at Leila Arboretum at member's request or a 2 hour personal event in the Children's Garden after 5pm, two complimentary tickets to the Annual LAS Garden Tour (fundraiser), $50 to LAS Endowment Fund, a $10 off coupon at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, 10% off classes and products of LAS, 10% off plants at the Annual Plant Sale (fundraiser) in May, and other discounts at participating member merchants (see above), free admission for 2 adults to over 150 American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Gardens, 2 free general admissions to reciprocal area Museums.

GENERAL BENEFITS
•Horticulture Experts on Staff
•Summer Celebration-Corn Roast
•Subscription to “Growing Times” quarterly newsletter.
•10% discount on products sold by LAS including: books, gardening tool &  equipment, LAS products and logo apparel.
•10% discount on plants purchased at our Annual Spring Plant Sale-Fundraiser
•10% discount on LAS “Growing In The Garden” classes and workshops.
•An invitation to our many events throughout the year.
•Discounts at participating member merchants.
•Annual meeting & voting rights.



Other Membership Benefits
(Participating Member Merchants)

Present your LAS Membership Card at these Businesses to Receive:
Lakeside Florist
10% off store items (excluding wire purchases)
744 Capital Ave SW, Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 963-9400
BC Flower Shop
10% off any cash & carry purchase
709 E. Columbia, Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 962-4308
Capital Florist & Gifts
15% off Purchases (some restrictions apply)
19615 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 962-5422
Greensmith Florist & Fine Crafts
10% discount onflowers or gifts (excluding wire purchases)
295 E Emmett, Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-7704
Country Boutique
15% discount on flowers or gifts (excluding wire purchase)
1364 W. Michigan Ave. , Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 963-9499
Swonk’s Flower Shop
10% off store items (excluding wire out orders)
84 W. Goguac St., Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 963-5571
Central Florist

10% off purchases (some restrictions apply)
261 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017

(269) 789-8000
Gymer/Meyer Chiropractic
$60 off exam on initial visit
1250 E. Columbia, Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-1441
Oerther's
17% discount on purchase of gazing globes and bird baths
6% discount off any fertilizer product
11% discount off perennial plants
311 W. Spruce St. Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789.0321
Outdoor Landscape and Supplies
10% discount on purchases
Frequent customer punch card
1130 Watkins Rd., Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 979-2811





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