Elk River Garden Gem Awards

Nominate a Garden

Program Flyer Program Guidelines

Categories

1 Winner Chosen From Each

Single Family Home

Built Before 2000

Single Family Home

Built 2000 or Later

Townhome

Any age

Neighborhood

Volunteer Managed

Commercial

Professionally Managed

Contact Economic Development Staff with questions.

763-635-1000

Have you seen a garden or landscape in Elk River that has caught your eye?

Are you a homeowner passionate about maintaining your garden?

Are you a business that has a beautiful professionally managed landscape? 

The Garden Gem Awards highlights exceptional gardens and landscaping in Elk River. We'd love to help you get the recognition you deserve!

Launched in 2025, the Elk River Garden Gem Awards program honors exceptional gardens and landscaping in Elk River. Each year, the Elk River Economic Development Authority and Housing Redevelopment Authority, with input from the Beautification and Public Art Committee, recognize residents and businesses that contribute to the city's beauty. 

Winners will be formally recognized and presented with a personalized garden keepsake, along with an additional award at a city meeting in September. 

Nominations may be submitted by anyone including neighbors, contractors, friends, or the gardeners themselves.