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Gwinnett County
UGA Extension Office

Events & Classes

Farmers Markets

Buy fresh produce from your local farmers! Visit the websites for more information.

  • Braselton Braselton Town Green 9924 Davis Street, Braselton.
  • Grayson 2070 Rosebud Road, Grayson.
  • Lilburn Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 1400 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn.
  • Snellville Snellville Towne Green, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville.
  • Suwanee Suwanee Town Square, 330 Town Center Avenue, Suwanee.

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July

Cross-Cultural Harvests: Fruits and Vegetables from Other Cultures / Virtual Series (Free)

July 25, 6:00-7:00pm

Think beyond the tomato and pepper this year and try growing something NEW from a different culture! The horticultural world has so much to offer beyond our borders, and many of these vegetables and fruits can be enjoyed in your own home garden. From Loofa gourds to Thai ginger, you don't need your passport as Lisa Klein takes you around the multicultural fruit and veggie world in 60 minutes.

Click here to register, or send us an email.

August

Botanical Bioluminescence!  Learn about the World of Glowing Plants & Animals / Virtual Series (Free)

August 15, 6:00-7:00pm

Think buying glow-in-the-dark plants at the garden center is a story from a space-age cartoon? Think again! Scientists are working on adding genes from bioluninescent insects and mushrooms, to plants such as petunias. Lisa Klein takes you on a virtual journey through bioluminescence: whihc plants, animals and insects have this trait, and why? Prepare to be awestruck! 

Click here to register, or send us an email.

 

What's REALLY happening in your Pollinator Garden / Virtual Series (Free)

August 29, 6:00-7:00pm

By now we've all heard about the importance of pollinators to our home gardens, but what exactly draws those whimsical bees and butterflies to our gardens besides pretty flowers? Lisa Klein takes a deep-dive into this fascinating world and explaains what they eat, what draws them to flowers, and what else we can do to make our gardens more hospitable to pollinators. 

Click here to register, or send us an email. 

 

Category 24 Certified Pesticide License - Test Preparation Class

September 13 & November 1 /   9AM-3PM 

October 11 (en español) / 9AM-3PM

Are you a turf and landscape professional? Join us at the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (CAT24) test-prep class. In just one day you'll receive the tools to help you prepare for the Category 24, Ornamental & Turf Pest Control certification exam. Participants must purchase the National Applicator Certification Core Manual and the Ornamental & Turf Pest Management Study Guide.  Register today!   Eric.Marlowe@gwinnettcounty.com

Houseplant Academy (4-Part Series)

Join Gwinnett Extension’s Nicole Caldwell for this lunch-and-learn series on how to turn your black thumb green. Whether you are a seasoned houseplant-enthusiast, or just starting out, this series will take you through the basis of indoor growing all the way up to how to care for some of the hottest houseplants.  Roll up your sleeves because you will be potting up your own houseplant cutting to take home.  In-person and virtual participation is available. 
Click here to register, or call the office at 678-377-4010.

Your Indoor Green Oasis / Sept 19, Noon-1PM

In this first session, learn which houseplants are best for growing in your home or office. 

Gardening Under Lights / October 17, Noon-1PM
In this second session, you'll discover the importance of providing sufficient light to grow healthy plants. Learn about matching the light environment in your home or office to your plants need through natural and artificial lighting. 
 
Houseplants & Pest Control / November 20, Noon-1PM 
In this third session, you'll learn about houseplants pests, and how to conrol them.  
 
Houseplants and the Holidays / December 19, Noon-1PM
In this fourth and final session, discover houseplants and the holidays.