What is the difference between an certified arborist and a certified gardener?
Answer Lori: I have never heard of a certified gardener. I think anybody can be a gardener. A certified Arborist has specialized knowledge in trees and tree care. They are primarily suitable for making an assessment of trees regardless of the type or size of property. Some arborist are simply knowledgeable of general tree information including growth, care, and pests. Others are practicing arborist who may be able to physically climb, prune, and diagnose difficult diseases and pest problems in trees. An Arborist may or may not be qualified in other ways to design landscapes. I believe what you are looking for is a certified Landscape Designer. These professionals typically have had minimal training in design and plants. However, the best choice for designing a large complex would be a Registered Landscape Architect. See this link to learn more. http://www.asla.org/FAQ.aspx I hope this has helped.
