Choosing a Landscape Professional
When searching for a RainScapes professional, many people don’t know whether to look for a Landscape Architect, a Landscape Designer or a Landscape Contractor. All three provide very different services, and licensure requirements in the State of Maryland vary.
Landscape Architect
A professional, licensed by the State of Maryland, who can design and develop construction plans, details, and specifications for a landscape based project. This typically includes detailed site assessments and grading plans, planting plans, lighting, steps, etc. For more information, to search for a landscape architect, or to determine if they are licensed in Maryland, visit:- State of Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Landscape Architects Public Inquiry Search
- American Society of Landscape Architects: MD Chapter
- American Society of Landscape Architects: Potomac Chapter
Landscape Designer
A person who provides landscape design and horticulture services, such as container garden and planting bed design concepts, planting plans, and selection of materials. For more information and to search for a landscape designer, visit:- Association of Professional Landscape Designers
- Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council’s (CCLC) Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professionals CBLP Directory
Landscape Contractor
A professional, licensed by the State of Maryland, to install/construct and maintain landscapes. To install, the professional’s company must have the Maryland Home Improvement Contractor license; ask for their number. For more information, to search for a landscape contractor or determine if they are licensed in Maryland visit:- State of Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Home Improvement Public Inquiry Search
- MD, DC, VA Landscape Contractors Association
- MD Nursery, Landscape and Greenhouse Association
- Additional information for locating a qualified professional can be found on these websites: