Growing communities and a better Georgia from the ground up.
The Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer (MGEV) Program connects UGA Extension, plant enthusiasts, and communities across the state. MGEVs share UGA Extension consumer horticulture programming about selection and care of plants for ornamental value, recreation, and home food production. Master Gardeners teach community members how to use plants and gardening to improve their environment, personal health, and quality of life.
Upcoming Events
Dec 8
Georgia's State Symbols
Dallas, GA
Join Master Gardener and Master Naturalist Phillip Prichard at the Dallas Library on December 8
for a presentation of the Georgia symbols representing the diversity of the state - Its 100 miles of barrier islands exude a sense of beauty, adventure, freedom; Georgia contains a larger area called the southern Piedmont, which is in the southeastern and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States and is about 870 miles long and 60 to 190 miles wide. It runs in a northeast-to-southwest direction, following the main axis of the mountains, faults, and coastline of the southeastern United States; Georgia boasts a bold treasure trove of majestic mountains that rise from the landscape, offering breathtaking vistas and a haven for adventure seekers. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or an outdoor adventurer, Georgia has something for everyone.
When: 8 December, 4 pm
Presenter: Phillip Prichard, Paulding County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer,
Birds Georgia Master Birder, and UGA Master Naturalist
Dec 18
In the Garden / Birds as Pollinators: A Hidden Ecological Force
Join us for an enlightening exploration into how our feathered friends contribute to global pollination! From dazzling hummingbirds to industrious honeyeaters, discover the incredible role birds play in sustaining plant life and biodiversity. Learn about specialized adaptations, bird-pollinated plants, and conservation efforts that protect these awesome little aerial acrobats. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just starting out, this webinar will deepen your appreciation for the intricate relationship between birds and the natural world. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will help you take flight into the fascinating science of avian pollination! This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit.
Dec 19
Holiday Arrangements (Program Full)
Fayetteville, GA
In this hands-on workshop, make your own holiday centerpiece using natural elements. Bring your own vase (B.Y.O.V.) and pruners.
From the Trellis Blog
“Let’s Grow, Georgia” Garden Calendar
Earlier this year we shared about the Let’s Grow Georgia Extension initiative with a call for photo submissions for a 2026 wall calendar. And now, The inaugural UGA CAES Gardening Wall Calendar is complete and available for purchase! This new calendar highlights the beauty of Georgia through full-color photographs submitted by gardeners across the state. Each month […]
New Directions for SPO
Extension Master Gardeners have been some of my most favorite people — what’s not to love about people who are excited to learn and share about plants?!? You are the foundation for much of my professional life. I have coordinated statewide programs in two states and I have been an Extension agent with a Master […]
Congrats to Poster Presentation Winner at GMGA Conference!
As part of the 2025 GMGA Conference held October 17-18, 2025, in Macon, program coordinators were invited to create a poster to share about a great project or a special program coordination effort in their county program. Four posters were displayed during the conference. Conference attendees joined in the fun by reviewing and voting for […]
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