Ornamental
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by Anne Wiskind, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer This article is part of Garden Buzz, a series from Appen Media and the North Fulton Master Gardeners, where rotating columnists explore horticulture topics like herbs, insects, and wildlife conservation. Find all Garden Buzz articles here. It has now moved into a long, HOT, DRY summer, and…
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We’re excited to announce that Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer training will be held from January to April 2026. To receive an application for our exciting program, applicants are required to attend one of three informational sessions. Please register for the appropriate session below: Learn more about the Fulton Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program…
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by Robin Pollack, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer This article is part of Garden Buzz, a series from Appen Media and the North Fulton Master Gardeners, where rotating columnists explore horticulture topics like herbs, insects, and wildlife conservation. Find all Garden Buzz articles here. A water garden can be a beautiful, soothing addition to any…
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by Viki Breeland, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Alumna Hemerocallis – The botanical name for the daylily. It means “beauty for a day.” Why would anyone want to spend the time and energy to have a plant that only provides beauty for a single day? Well, while the individual bloom lasts for only one…
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by John Fox, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer This article is part of Garden Buzz, a series from Appen Media and the North Fulton Master Gardeners, where rotating columnists explore horticulture topics like herbs, insects, and wildlife conservation. Find all Garden Buzz articles here. Hydrangeas are getting a head start with the mild spring, with…
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Come explore these unique gardens and be inspired! The North Fulton Master Gardeners (NFMG) are pleased to announce that the 2025 Petals & Pathways Spring Garden Tour will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (rain or shine). Whether you are an experienced or beginner gardener or simply enjoy…
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by Jason Parker, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer May is the heart of springtime, and the scent of flowers is in the air. Those scents, and the lovely colors that accompany them, are meant to attract attention. Our bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are becoming active and beginning to play their annual role as pollinators.…
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As spring temperatures have warmed up the soil, we have enjoyed a beautiful display of bulbs in our (or our neighbors’) gardens. This burst of color, especially after a period of especially cold or dreary weather, can be such a bright spot in our day. The cheery yellow of daffodils can do much to lift…
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by Donna Heldman and Christine Williams, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers This article is part of Garden Buzz, a series from Appen Media and the North Fulton Master Gardeners, where rotating columnists explore horticulture topics like herbs, insects, and wildlife conservation. Find all Garden Buzz articles here. Spring is almost here and if you are…
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by Karen Berry, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer As the temperatures rise, a lot of us are thinking about getting outside in the garden and reflecting on lessons learned. Whether you’re planting a vegetable garden, ornamentals, trees, or shrubs, answering a few key questions will make a huge difference in growing healthy plants and…