Honorary Members
Any person not qualifying to be an active GardenComm member but who has contributed measurably to the objectives of GardenComm through professional or avocational activities is eligible for
honorary membership. Candidates are nominated by GardenComm members, recommended by the Honors Committee and elected by the Board of Directors. Honorary Members are excused from
dues. Self-nominations are welcome.
| Honoree | Year Honored |
| Ron Finley | 2020 |
| Will Raap | 2016 |
| Warren Roberts | 2010 |
| Frederick Roberts | 2006 |
| Jan Karon | 2004 |
| Peter Raven | 2002 |
| Bette Midler | 2001 |
| Marco Polo Stufano | 2000 |
| William Lanier Hunt | 1995 |
| John R. "Dick" Dunmire | 1992 |
| Dr. August De Hertogh | 1991 |
| Jane Jung | 1991 |
| Charles J. Burr | 1990 |
| H. Marc Cathey | 1988 |
| Lewis C. Chadwick | 1987 |
| Roger F. Lederer | 1986 |
| Lady Bird Johnson | 1985 |
| Dr. Leon C. Snyder | 1983 |
| Joan Lee Faust | 1982 |
| Helen VanPelt Wilson | 1982 |
| Ellis Rawnsley | 1981 |
| Ernesta B. Ballard | 1981 |
| Nelson Coon | 1981 |
| William E. Hartnoll | 1981 |
| Edwin F. Steffek | 1981 |
| Lulu Brown Warkentin | 1980 |
| Fleeta Brownell Woodroffe | 1979 |
| Iva Newman | 1978 |
| Dinah Shore | 1978 |
| Marguerite Smith | 1977 |
| Lois Wilson | 1977 |
| Kate B. Clapp | 1976 |
