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Meet Our ANR Agent - Campbell Vaughn

Campbell Vaughn was born in Augusta and graduated high school from Augusta Prep in 1990. Campbell earned a Bachelors of Science of Agriculture at UGA in 1994. He worked in corporate sales for 7 years in Atlanta with Georgia Pacific and Bellsouth. Then he went back to UGA for a Landscape Architecture degree and graduated with a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture. After graduating from UGA for a second time, Campbell moved back to Augusta and opened his own Landscape Architecture business called Campbell Vaughn Design Group, specializing in residential redesign.


Listen to The Lawn & Garden Show every Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. on WGAC 580 AM or 95.1 FM.


Campbell's NEWS segments


Plant or Insect Identification

If you have questions about your lawn, garden, insects, or other landscape issues, please email photos along with your question(s) to uge3245@uga.edu. Most issues and identifications can be diagnosed with good photos. Once Campbell or Suzanne has your photos and questions, they will be able to assist you. Be sure to take photos including: Close-ups of the problem or specimen for ID, The ‘big picture’ that shows surrounding conditions and Healthy sections of the plant.


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Upcoming Events

  • May 21 In the Garden: Water Conservation Learn how to create a beautiful, water-wise landscape that thrives in Georgia’s sometimes challenging climate. Learn to understand Georgia’s weather and rainfall patterns so you can put the right plant in the right place, and the best times to plant them. There will be tips for grouping species with similar water needs and you’ll learn proper watering techniques, smarter irrigation strategies, and simple ways to conserve water while keeping your plants healthy and vibrant. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett help guide you toward your Georgia Green Landscape Stewards certification or just learn a little more about having a resilient, sustainable yard. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jun 4 GA Green Landscape Stewards: Native Plants and Low Maintenance Landscapes Learn how to create beautiful, resilient Georgia landscapes using native plants and smart, low?maintenance. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will explore plant choices that thrive in our climate, simple strategies to reduce yard work, and practical ways to support pollinators and wildlife at home. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jun 5 Journeyman Farmers Certificate Program Small farm Business Planning Class The program is held in collaboration with the UGA Small Business Development Center and will cover topics such as balance and income statements, budgets, insurance, and financing. It will assist current small farmers and those who are planning to start a small farm to better understand the financial side of small scale agriculture. The program will be held at the Rockdale County Extension Office located at 1127 West Ave SW, Conyers, GA 30012.
    • McDonough, GA - (120.0 Miles)
  • Jun 10 GA/FL Irrigation Expo 2026 The University of Georgia and the University of Florida Extension Services are partnering with local RC&D councils and Soil & Water Conservation Districts to host a new agricultural expo focused on irrigation. Experience live demonstrations, including blue-dye tests, pivot uniformity, and micro-irrigation for freeze protection! Over 25 irrigation exhibitors will also be on-site, showcasing a wide range of irrigation products and knowledge.
    • Lyons, GA - (90.0 Miles)
  • Jun 10 Homesteading Skills: Irrigation Join Pike County Extension in 2026 for the Lunch and Learn series that will dive into homesteading skills. These monthly sessions are covered by experts and hosted on the first Wednesday of each month at 12pm (with the exception of holidays). Simply email Brooklyne.Wassel@uga.edu or Pike.Extension@uga.edu to receive the Zoom Link. You can also catch the recordings on our YouTube Channel!
    • Virtual Event
  • Jun 30 Native American Medicinal Plants Explore the rich traditions behind Native American medicinal plants. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will highlight key species, their cultural significance, a breakdown in regional significance and the ecological roles they play across the Southeast and other regions of the US. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jul 9 The Long History of the Southern Magnolia Learn about the long and fascinating history of the southern magnolia, one of the South’s most iconic native trees. We’ll explore its cultural symbolism, ecological importance, and the role it has played in southern landscapes for generations. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will teach about its ancient origins, to its place in today’s gardens. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jul 16 Kokedama Workshop Explore the Japanese art of kokedama! Nicole Caldwell will guide you through the history and care of this beautiful botanical craft, and attendees will create their own kokedama to take home. Moss and plant included. $10 for in-person participation. Online participation is free.
    • Virtual Event
    • Lawrenceville, GA - (126.0 Miles)
  • Jul 21 Intro to Adopt a Stream with guest host Garret Dufty of Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful Learn how to protect Georgia’s waterways with this introduction to the Adopt?A?Stream program. Participants will learn how volunteers monitor water quality, identify pollution sources, and support healthier streams across Gwinnett County and beyond. This session will be led by guest host Garret Dufty of Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful, who will explain the program’s purpose, tools, and simple steps to get involved. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jul 30 Great Southeast Pollinator Census Update Join us for this update on the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, packed with fresh insights for gardeners, educators, and community science volunteers. We’ll review what the program is, how to participate, this year’s trends, and explore what the data reveals about pollinator health in Georgia. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will lead the session, answer questions and share practical takeaways to help prepare for the upcoming count. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event

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