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
Sep 15
Blooms & Brews Garden Series with Walton County Master Gardeners: Third Tuesday Monthly at Grizzle Beer
Monroe, GA
Garden Talk with Walton County Master Gardeners
August 18 at 6:45 PM then every 3rd Tuesday of the month
Join the Walton County Master Gardeners for a fun and informative garden program on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:45 p.m. at Grizzle Beer in Monroe. Enjoy expert gardening tips, seasonal topics, plant swaps, and more in a relaxed brewery setting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, everyone is welcome. Grab a drink, learn something new, and grow with us!
Sep 16
Garden Talk with Walton County Master Gardeners: Fall Vegetable Gardening - Walton County Extension
Monroe, GA
Wednesday, September 16 at 2 PM
Walton County Extension Office Education Room, 1258 Criswell Road
FREE garden talk on Fall Vegetable Gardening given by Meghan Pasken, Master Gardener.
• Learn how to grow a productive fall vegetable garden by selecting the right crops, planting at the right time, and extending your harvest well into autumn.
Sep 21
Garden Talk with Walton County Master Gardeners: Invasive Plants - O’Kelly Memorial Library, Loganville
Loganville, GA
Monday, September 21 at 2 PM
O'Kelly Memorial Library to 210 Main Street in Loganville.
FREE garden talk on Repel the Invaders! Invasive Plants given by Carol Fitzpatrick, Master Gardener.
• Discover why invasive plants threaten our landscapes, how to identify and remove them, and the best native and non-invasive alternatives for your garden.
From the Trellis Blog
September Thoughtful Thursday
We’re back with live Zoom for this month’s continuing education webinar! Sheri Dorn, PhD, Assistant Professor, Sociohorticulture and Horticultural Therapy; Interim State Master Gardener Coordinator will share about Horticultural Therapy on September 10, 2026, 2:00-2:30 PM. September Thoughtful Thursday, 9/10 at 2 PM!
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 […]
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