National Home Gardening Club: Benefits, Trials & Member Perks

The National Home Gardening Club (NHGC) is the largest paid-membership gardening organization in the U.S. For a nominal fee (after a 30-day trial), members unlock a suite of gardening-specific benefits.

Membership Perks

1. Product testing: Receive tools (pruners, weeders, mowers) to trial and keep. Past tests: Honda mower, Miracle-Gro Weed Preventer, CobraHead Weeder.
2. Free gardening shears via coupon.
3. Gardening How-To Magazine: Free trial subscription.
4. Public garden directory: Arboretums, conservatories, display gardens nationwide.
5. Member community: Forums for tips, questions, regional advice.
6. Project plans: Step-by-step landscaping and gardening guides.
7. Members-only website: Exclusive articles, videos, book previews.
8. Competitions: Win free gardening gear.

Cost & Value

After trial: $1/month. For active gardeners, the tools, knowledge, and community far exceed the cost.

If you garden regularly and love trying new gear, NHGC is a high-ROI membership.