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
Game Changers
Keeping the turf safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing is the sworn duty of Shytle and his fellow turfgrass management majors.
Spotted Lanternfly Control
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is taking the lead in the human dimensions aspect of a multi-institutional, multimillion-dollar project aimed at managing two invasive species.
Upcoming Events
Oct 14
Georgia Green Landscape Stewards: Invasive Plants in the Landscape
Dallas, GA
Learn about invasive plants and how you can to reduce their populations in your landscape. This program will show you the benefits of reducing the number of invasive plants in your space. Register online at the link.
Oct 17
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.
Oct 23
Take-Home Terrarium Tutorial
Conyers, GA
Interested in terrariums? Come make one with us and learn why/how they work! We will be making open terrariums and all of your supplies will be included. It will be $25 per person and will be held at the Rockdale County Extension Office, 1127 West Ave SW, Conyers, GA 30012, on October 23rd from 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM. The registration deadline is October 9th at 5:00 pm. You can register over the phone or in person at the office. We hope to see you there!
From Our Blog
2024 Award of Excellence Given at GMGA Conference
One of the highlights of the annual GMGA conference is finding out who was selected for the Award of Excellence! This special selection is made by GMGA and accompanied by a beautiful plaque and cash prize to a very deserving individual who coordinates a county MGEV program. I am not being flippant when I say […]
45th Anniversary Commemorative Quilt Project
In a March 2019 call to volunteers, State Coordinator Sheri Dorn began a project that has been long in the making. A Trellis blog post began, “Ever noticed that our gardens are reflective of the people, trips, events, and celebrations that are important to us? The plants in our gardens are much like pieces of […]
Let’s go shopping!
Have you heard the exciting news?! The Master Gardener Statewide store is live and ready for shopping with branded apparel and accessories! That’s right, order exclusive Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program merchandise of your choice online and enjoy quick shipping directly to your home! Review the instructions on the ordering homepage and fill your cart […]
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