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Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program
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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.

 

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Upcoming Events

Feb 9 Floral Photography Dallas, GA Learn the essential tips, tricks, and techniques for stunning flower photos from a seasoned photographer. Find out how to use your phone or camera and lens, and accessories. Lighting and composition strategies will be addressed. The following topics will be addressed: • QUALITY AND DIRECTION OF THE LIGHT • COMPOSITION • KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE FLOWER • BACKGROUND • KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE GEAR YOU ARE USING • PROPER SETTINGS • PROPER EXPOSURE • YOUR POSITION • 3 + 1 PS (PATIENCE, PERSEVERANCE, PRACTICE + PASSION) • HAVING FUN PHOTOGRAHING FLOWERS • Master Gardener Phillip Prichard will present Flower Photography on February 9th at 4 pm. Phillip has been a photographer for 50+ years. He is life Member of the Georgia Nature Photographers, a UGA Master Naturalist, and a Birds Georgia Master Birder.
Feb 10 Lunch and Learn: Building the Perfect Soil McDonough, GA Building the perfect soil means creating a ground environment where plants can grow strong, healthy, and productive. Good soil provides the right balance of nutrients, air, water, and organic matter so roots can easily grow and absorb what they need. Dr. Jason Lessl, Director of the Agricultural & Environmental Services Lab at the University of Georgia will discuss how to build the perfect soil for gardening.
Feb 11 Gardening 101 Workshop Series Savannah, GA The Gardening 101 workshop series will be held on Wednesdays, starting January 14th and concluding February 18th. Topics covered will include Soil Prep, Herbs, Vegetable Gardening, Native Plants, Using Technology, and Turf management.
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