The NatureScape Emerald Award recognizes businesses, municipalities, schools, government facilities (excluding Broward ​​County agencies) and ​homeowners that have created and maintained model Florida-friendly landscapes or completed exceptional projects that demonstrate visible ecological practices (e.g., non-cypress mulch, rain barrels, composting).

Now Accepting 2024 Emerald Award Applications

​​​​If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact Anthony Gross at NatureScape@broward.org​. Winners will be recognized at the 22nd Annual Water Matters Day​ event held March 9th, 2024 at Tree Tops Park.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION: Friday, Janu​ary 5, 2024 by 5 p.m

How It Works

Round One -  Committee evaluates and scores landscapes for the following: overall design, plant selection, curb appeal, tree canopy, wildlife habitat/habitat value and other special features - smart irrigation, for example. Highest scores advance to second round.

Round Two - Judges score landscapes and select award winners. Award-winning landscapes typically have mostly local-native vegetation supporting local and migratory wildlife, ecological features such as littoral planting at water's edge and rain gardens.

SPECIAL NOTE: Landscapes that have FLEPPC Category 1 or Category 2 invasive species are not eligible.

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