From the kitchen to the garden, herbs offer so much more than just flavor. In this engaging program, we’ll explore a variety of herbs, how to grow and care for them, and creative ways to use them throughout the year. Learn which herbs thrive in our Georgia gardens, tips for harvesting and preserving your bounty, and how these versatile plants can add beauty, fragrance, and pollinator friendly benefits to your garden. Come discover why herbs deserve a special place in every garden!

We’ll learn why, when, and how to divide perennials, then put our knowledge into practice with hands-on experience dividing hostas.

Join us for an engaging program with Jenny Wren of the Georgia Native Plant Society as she explores the incredible native plants that call Georgia home.

Whether you have a windowsill full of plants or are just trying to keep your first houseplant alive, this presentation will help you grow with confidence! We’ll explore the basics of choosing, caring for, and troubleshooting houseplants, from understanding light and watering needs to selecting plants that thrive in your home. Come learn practical tips, discover new plant favorites, and get inspired to bring a little more green indoors!

Eco Echo Studio is a, independent, small, woman-owned, Atlanta-based business that works in service to the incredible biodiversity and cultures of the Outer Piedmont of the Southeast, echoing ecology and fostering connection. We design our projects from the ground up, according to the unique characteristics of each site and our clients’ needs. We believe that every project can have a positive impact that reaches far beyond its borders: on its inhabitants and visitors, neighbors, broader ecological communities, and watershed.

Putting the right plant in the right place and designing for stormwater translates to lower maintenance, fewer demands on resources, and increased resilience. Sustainability and client success are our priority when designing with fruit, herbs, and vegetable beds. We also try to use or repurpose existing materials onsite as much as possible.

Get ready to grow your best tomatoes yet! This program will cover the essentials of growing healthy, productive tomato plants, from choosing the right varieties and preparing your soil to planting, watering, fertilizing, and managing common pests and diseases. Whether you are growing tomatoes in a garden bed, container, or raised bed, you will learn practical tips for a successful harvest and enjoy plenty of homegrown flavor all season long.

Native azaleas are some of the most beautiful and underused plants in our gardens. With careful selection, they can extend the bloom season from April through August, offering a wonderful range of colors, including the yellows and oranges not found in evergreen azaleas.

Join Charlie Andrews, a recognized authority on native azaleas and former president of both the Azalea Society of America and the Azalea Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society, as he shares how to select, grow, and enjoy these beautiful native plants in your garden.