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
Aug 26 - Aug 28
Therapeutic Garden Camp (Special Needs Adult Program)
Fayetteville, GA
This is a hands-on garden camp specifically for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This camp will include hands-on garden activities. Some activities will be located in Suite 210 and some in the Fayette County Extension Education Garden. This camp is Wednesday, August 26 - Friday, August 28, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. each day.
COST is $25. This cost includes all program materials and a related snack each day (dietary restrictions are required when registering). Bring a water bottle and dress accordingly.
Only 12 Spots available!
Aug 27
In the Garden: Back From the Dead! Can Science Resurrect Extinct Plants?
Join us for a dive into the cutting?edge science exploring whether extinct plants can be revived and restored. We’ll look at real research efforts, the genetics behind de?extinction, and what these breakthroughs could mean for conservation and future ecosystems. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will discuss the fascinating possibilities and limitations of bringing lost plant species back to life using modern science. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
Sep 1
Where do all the bugs go in winter?
Learn all about the hidden winter strategies bugs use to survive the cold. We’ll uncover where they hide, how they adapt, and why these seasonal behaviors matter for Georgia’s ecosystems and home landscapes. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will break down the science in a fun, accessible way perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, and curious learners. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
From the Trellis Blog
Registration Reminder
In a previous post, we shared about the upcoming annual GMGA conference and Extension award. Be sure to check that post out for important details! Not only is this annual event an opportunity to connect with MGEVs from around the state, it’s also a weekend full of continuing education opportunities! Conference sessions cover a variety […]
Almanac Volume 5
From highlights on research innovation, news on high-impact programs and much more, the 2026 Almanac is filled with stories of science in service of humanity and the environment. The award-winning magazine of the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is an eye catching publication and available digitally through the CAES Field Report. Continuously scroll […]
August Thoughtful Thursday
This month’s continuing education webinar for GA MEGVs will be a Ornamental Disease Update from Bikash Ghimire, UGA Extension Specialist of Ornamental Plant Pathology. These sessions are usually live through Zoom hosted by the GA MGEV State Program Office. Instead of joining us at the usual Zoom meeting space on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 2 […]
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