HONORARY MEMBERSAligning Expertise With Purpose
Since 1916, the GCA has recognized the extraordinary achievements of more than 400 honorary members in the fields of horticulture or conservation, or whose knowledge and interests align with the GCA purpose.
With appreciation for their achievements, the GCA welcomes the following new honorary members for 2025.
Mark Buscaino
Executive Director, Casey Trees
“Mark's career is one of deep dedication to America's trees and American forestry. He understands first hand that trees are the answer for urban cooling, carbon sequestration, and community building.”
William E. "Bill" Eswine
Science Educator and Naturalist
“An award-winning science educator and naturalist, Bill retains his passion and dedication for inspiring each student to live responsible impactful lives of environmental stewardship and sustainability.”
Margaret Roach
Naturalist, Author, Columnist, Podcaster
“Every era needs its garden columnist/advisor, and Margaret has been that for our era. Margaret speaks to us about gardening from all the platforms on which our internet age gets information.”
Chris Strand
Charles F. Montgomery Director and CEO, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
“Combining horticultural knowledge with vision and determination... he is an ideal ambassador for horticulture at Winterthur and beyond.”