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The City of Long Beach Community Development Department, in partnership with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM), is asking for residents for their input on a planned update to the Open Space and Recreation Element (OSR) of the Long Beach General Plan. This update seeks to guide the future of park and recreation spaces in Long...
The National Association of Minority Landscape Architects, NAMLA, has announced a submission call for its Summer 2025 Cultural Heritage Grant. With funding from the Mellon Foundation, the $5k grant is designed to support landscape architects engaged in place-based history, heritage, and cultural work within underserved communities. According to...
The landscape architecture studio, originally founded in 1985 by Paul Haden, and recently rebranded as C2 Collaborative, has announced their expansion into Phoenix, Arizona. This will be C2 Collaborative’s first foray into the Southwest. “Our mission remains the same: to provide outstanding design services by always challenging our creative and...
The city of Fresno has expanded their Lawn to Garden Rebate program. Residents who want to replace their traditional lawn with drought-tolerant native plants may now receive financial aid from the city. The rebate is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must be approved before beginning any work. The residential rebate...
Early bird rates ending soon for FutureScape USA. FutureScape USA will take place on the 9-10th of December at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The event is the first in the USA from events and media company 44Group, who already conduct a host of noteworthy events internationally, including FutureScape (Saudi Arabia, UK, and now USA), Garden...
Following the devastating fires that spread throughout LA this winter, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) has announced the launch of the RESTORE Program (Recovery and Emergency Support for Trails, Open Space, and Recreation). The $4.25m initiative aims to support the rebuilding of public parks, trails, and open...
The landscaping around Balboa Park’s Botanical Building in San Diego will be getting a $10m refresh. The project will include nine garden spaces, historically accurate seating around the fountains and lily pond, and the installation of a grand pergola, which will replace the original that was lost during the federal government’s takeover during...
On May 22, The Beverly Hills Planning Commission put forth a resolution that bans the installation of synthetic turf in front yards. Additionally, should the resolution succeed, existing synthetic turf in lawns will be phased out over the next 15 years. The resolution will appear before City Council, who will then vote on whether or not to...
“We’re starting to see some more people of color in leadership roles and in teaching institutions and academia, but actually in practice? Not as much," says Steven Chavez, founder of the National Association of Minority Landscape Architects. NAMLA, which originated in 2015, and gained major momentum in 2020, is leading the way towards a more...
I know I say it every month, but I truly believe June is our best issue yet. I can’t wait for readers to dive in! Inside this edition of Pro Landscaper USA, you’ll find an interview with Brent Freitas, owner of Eye of the Day Garden Design Center—which imports beautiful, hand-made traditional pottery from Europe—three gorgeous portfolios,...
The Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP) has announced announces Illuminate ’26 Conference and Expo will be held in Carlsbad, California, February 5–6, 2026. According to a representative from the AOLP, "Illuminate ’26 is the must-attend event for outdoor lighting professionals, offering unparalleled opportunities to learn from...
FutureScape USA has launched its brand-new website. The updated website shares new details on the premier West Coast landscaping event. Taking place in December of this year at the Los Angeles Convention Center, FutureScape USA promises two thrilling exhibition days including seminars from industry leaders, a Ryder cup style USA versus UK show...
Today, 4ocean and Azenco Outdoor came together to remove harmful plastic waste from Pace Picnic Island in Miami Florida. By gathering plastic and non-biodegradable waste from the water, their efforts protected marine life and helped to reduce the risk of entanglement or ingestion by wildlife. The Pace Picnic Island area and surrounding water has...
On April 28th and 29th, FutureScape Global took place in Riyadh. One major draw for participants was the FutureScape Global Awards, which were unveiled during the event. The awards celebrated outstanding achievements in design and showcased the best of the best in landscaping projects. But the FutureScape Global Awards were just one of the many...
In response to the devastating fires that raged throughout Los Angeles this winter, the Association of Professional Landscape Designers’ California chapter has made their Slow the Burn Symposium available virtually. Originally recorded in 2022, the virtual symposium which is comprised of five modules brings together a panel of designers and other...
