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?

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MEMBERSHIP & BENEFITS
(Click here to go to a printable membership brochure)

INDIVIDUAL ($25) - (1 adult): 10% off classes and products of LAS, 10% off admission to the Children's Garden, 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): one free plant at spring plant sale, 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, 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, one free plant at the annual spring plant sale 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 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, one free plant 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, one free plant 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, one free plant 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.
•10% discount on Children’s Garden admission.
•Discounts at participating member merchants.
•Annual meeting & voting rights.