2026 GALA
Georgia Landscape Awards
The tradition started with the Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association and has continued with the Georgia Urban Ag Council. For well over 20 years, we have celebrated the excellence of our members by showcasing their projects.
Design/Build/Installation: Residential, under $25,000
Beautyberry Gardens
Augustine Residence
Bronze award
Earth Aware
Design/Build/Installation: Residential, $25k - $100k
Vision Accomplished Landscape Consulting
Happy Family
Silver award
Garden Atlantic Landscaping
North Highland
Silver award
Beautyberry Gardens
Satterwhite Residence
Silver award
Earth Aware
Newcomer of the Year
Blue Fossil Group
Eppsteiner Residence
Gold award
Atlanta Fine Gardens
Tuxedo Park Modern Courtyard
Gold award
Judges' Choice
Arcoiris Design Gardening
The West Paces Ferry Formal Kitchen and Pollinator Garden
Gold award
Earth Aware
Design/Build/Installation: Residential, $100k - $250k
Garden Lights Landscaping
Bryn Mawr Redesign
Bronze award
Zamora Design & Build
Ensman Residence
Bronze award
Zamora Design & Build
Garner Residence
Bronze award
Garden Atlantic Landscaping
AHMA
Silver award
Atlanta Fine Gardens
Sophisticated Modern Entryway in Ridgewood Heights
Silver award
Designed Landscapes by HP Dutra
Weigelia Rd. Residence
Silver award
Design/Build/Installation: Residential, $250k - $500k
Atlanta Fine Gardens
Brookwood Hills Modern Residence
Gold award
Judges' Choice
Design/Build/Installation: Residential, $500,000 +
Ed Castro Landscape
Roseborough Residence
Bronze award
Golden Sea Outdoors
Marsh View Residence
Gold award
Judges' Choice
Design/Build/Installation: Commercial, $25,000 - $100,000
Garden Lights Landscaping
Delbar Restaurant
Bronze award
Arcoiris Design Gardening
Fields Howell - The West Midtown Urban Garden
Bronze award
Arcoiris Design Gardening
Mary's Garden at Marist School
Gold award
Earth Aware
Judges' Choice
Landscape Management: Residential
Ed Castro Landscape
White Residence
Bronze award
Ed Castro Landscape
Kieffer Residence
Gold award
MVP
Tom Baumann, Operations Manager
Atlanta Fine Gardens
Supplier of the Year
Outdoor Living Supply
GALA Judges
JENNY HARDGRAVE – Simply Flowers, Inc.
When Hardgrave started Simply Flowers, Inc. in 2001 she had $10 in her pocket and a dozen clients; now the company has grown from 12 clients to over 1600! Not only are Jenny’s designs creative and colorful, she understands the importance of caring for the plants once they are in the ground. Simply Flowers has a reputation for unique designs, quality flowers, and outstanding customer service.
TODD GUILMETTE
After obtaining his Horticulture degree, Todd worked in the landscape industry for a few years before starting his company, Unique Environmental Landscapes in 1988. The full-service landscape company provided a multitude of services from maintenance to design/build. Unique participated in many Southeastern Flower shows as well as Garden & Patio shows. Today Todd works in a consultant role with NatureScapes across the southeast after the company acquired Unique in 2024. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, he enjoys the opportunity to share his knowledge and extensive experience. Todd has also been a long standing and active member of UAC, serving on the board several years ago.
ROB TRAWICK
Rob Trawick is the UGA Extension ANR Extension Agent in Cobb County. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Auburn University in Ornamental Horticulture in 1997 and 2000 respectively. Previous to working with UGA Extension, Rob was the ANR Agent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for Louisiana State University. A native of Montgomery, Alabama he is married to Taryn and father to Tyler, and enjoys spending time watching his son play baseball and spending time with his family.
ERIC KING - King Landscaping
With an eye for detail and a commitment to simplicity, Eric King marries nature’s best elements with his clients’ highest hopes and imaginations. So it’s no surprise that he has a long list of satisfied clients and a host of award-winning designs throughout Atlanta. From outdoor rooms that blur the lines between interior and exterior spaces to lush gardens that beg you to sit and stay for a while, Eric achieves dramatic results by first listening to his clients, then studying the land.
RICHARD LUDWIG
Dr. Richard Ludwig, a college educator of 30+ years specializing in horticulture, landscape design, and landscape management, was horticulture program director and Georgia Green Industry Educator of the Year. His career includes hosting PBS TV’s GardenSmart, serving as a Southern Living magazine garden specialist, and as a national spokesperson for Miracle Gro potting soils.