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.
Extension News
Rewild Your Lawn
For many, the beauty of a landscape lies not just in its appearance but in its function — an idea that has fueled the rising trend of “re-wilding” home spaces as an alternative to conventional, high-maintenance lawns.
Master Gardener Anniversary
The Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer program is celebrating its 45th anniversary with signature events throughout 2024, culminating in the Georgia Master Gardener Association’s annual conference Oct. 4-5.
Upcoming Events
Sep 14
Fayette County Extension Youth Garden Club
Fayetteville, GA
Join us for our monthly garden club on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Youth will be exploring the outdoors through hands-on activities in our education garden.
Ages: 2nd-5th grade
Sep 17
Home Composting
Lincolnton, GA
You asked, we listened. Join us for a two-part home composting program this fall!
We will start with composting basics on September 17th and cover vermicomposting (composting with worms) on September 24th.
Both sessions will be held at the Lincoln County Agriculture Center at 2080 Rowland York Rd, Lincolnton, GA 30817 from 6-7PM.
Registration for both sessions is $10 per person and can be pre-paid by visiting our office or paid the day of the program.
Save your spot by registering at https://tinyurl.com/Compost24 or by calling 706-359-3233!
We hope to see you there.
Questions? Let us know at uge3181@uga.edu or by calling 706-359-3233.
Sep 19
Houseplant Academy Series
Lawrenceville, GA
Discover the perfect opportunity to cultivate your indoor gardening skills with Nicole Caldwell from UGA Extension Gwinnett! Join us for an enriching lunch-and-learn series designed to transform your gardening prowess from black thumb to green glory. Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or just beginning your green journey, these sessions cover everything you need to know about indoor growing. Topics include "Creating Your Own Green Oasis", "Gardening Under Lights", "Houseplants and Pest Control", and "Houseplants and the Holidays". Plus, participants can attend online concurrently with the in-person program. Get ready to get hands-on as you pot up your own houseplant cutting to bring home! To register for this FREE event, contact us at 678-377-4010 or uge1135@uga.edu.
From Our Blog
Think Globally, Grow Locally
Registration is open for the 2024 annual Georgia Master Gardener Association (GMGA) conference, October 4-5, on the UGA Griffin campus! A team of Henry County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers have done some incredible work to plan this year’s conference and you’ll want to be a part of conference events from start to finish, including pre-conference […]
Our Gardens are always Open
Can you believe it?! Our Open Garden Days are coming to an end! It has been an absolute blast celebrating the GA MGEV Program’s 45th anniversary through special garden events planned by Master Gardeners and Extension program coordinators. While these events are ending, know that MGEVs in your county are in these gardens throughout the […]
See you in the garden!
Is your garden passport filling up? There are many gardens left to visit! Each time you visit a garden, complete the evaluation survey to be entered in a drawing for prizes. Be sure to include your name and email address at the end of the survey so that we can contact you if you win. One prize […]
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