UGA Extension Gwinnett Hosts Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser to Support Local 4-H and Master Gardeners

UGA Extension Gwinnett is preparing for its annual plant sale, which supports local 4-H and Master Gardener projects. The sale offers a wide variety of plants, including fruit trees like apples and blueberries, as well as ornamental plants like azaleas, camellias, and hydrangeas, all chosen to thrive in Georgia's soil.

Those looking to green their thumbs can start to place their pre-orders starting Jan. 2, and this will run through Feb. 28. To actually bring home these botanical treasures, purchases can be made not only in person at the UGA Extension Gwinnett office but also by simply mailing in an order form meticulously provided for easy access at GwinnettExtension.com. Last year's effort proved to be more than fruitful, raking in almost $5,000 for agriculture and resource programming, as per the county's official website.

Regina Miller, Deputy Department Director of Gwinnett Community Services, lauded the initiative, mentioning, "Fundraising is just one of the many ways to help cover costs of activities for our young members." She also echoed, “We’re grateful for the continued support of our community and look forward to another successful event.” These statements were found in the official press release.

The culmination of this sale is set for March 13, from 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. Specifically, at the Davis Road entrance, where pickups and an anticipated bonus sale will take place. This venue, located at 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville, is perfectly chosen to both house the event and welcome the community to come together in support of a greener future. For the finer details and maybe to chart out your plant shopping spree, be sure to check GwinnettExtension.com.