Ornamental
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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…
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by Julie Dangel, 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. Sharing Passalong Plants Passalong plants are those we acquire when another…
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by Sue Boehlke, Fulton County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer While it is too early to plant your annuals and containers, what can you do if you want to be out in the beautiful weather? Read on for easy ways to get your summer garden started! The garden centers are brimming with beautiful annuals and vegetables,…
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by Michael Snow, 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. In collaboration with the City of Milton, the North Fulton Master…
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Plants in the genus, Ligustrum, commonly called privet, are well-known ornamental plants in the southern garden. The ‘Sunshine’ cultivar has been bred for its golden-yellow foliage and tolerance to a variety of soil conditions and sunlight. ‘Swift Creek’ is known for its variegated, green-and-cream leaves. However, the original privet species that was used to breed…
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Are you interested in native plants, biodiversity, pollinators, composting, and other green landscape practices? Then the Georgia Green Landscape Stewards certification program is for you! Our Master Gardeners are teaching courses from the Georgia Green Landscape Stewards program at libraries across Fulton County this summer. Read on to find out where and when. What is…
Posted in: Annuals, Conservation, Master Gardener, Native Plants, Organic, Ornamental, Perennials, Pollinator, Sustainable Ag, Trees, Uncategorized