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Where is the Fayette County Extension Education Garden?
To locate the Fayette County Extension Education Garden, type 1810 Heritage Pkwy, Fayetteville, GA 30214 into your GPS. The garden is near the Fayette County Public Library (behind the Stonewall Administration complex).
Welcome to UGA Extension Fayette County!
UGA Extension Fayette County is a partnership of The University of Georgia, Fayette County Government, Fort Valley State University, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It exists to serve all the people of Fayette County including Fayetteville, Peachtree City, Tyrone, Brooks, and in between.
Mission
Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
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FEATURED ANR PROGRAMS
Upcoming Events
Apr 16
Tomatoes with Tom!
Fayetteville, GA
Come Join Tom Bonnell as he shares information about growing tomatoes, varieties to consider, and tips on producing a great harvest.
FREE PROGRAM!
Apr 20
Master Gardener Extension Volunteer (MGEV) Spring Plant Sale (Earth Day 2024)
Fayetteville, GA
In celebration of Earth Day, the Fayette County MGEVs will host their Plant Sale at the Fayette County Extension Education Garden! The MGEVs will also host a Plant Clinic, provide information on the Education Garden, and have Master Gardener Extension Volunteers (MGEVs) onsite to answer questions.
"Make Everyday Earth Day".
Apr 23
GROWING SWEET POTATOES
Fayetteville, GA
Sweet Potatoes are a nutritious root vegetable that has become a staple in many homes. Tom Bonnell will discuss how to grow sweet potatoes and plant care requirements, insect/disease management, and harvesting your sweet potato crop.
Apr 30
STEPS TO A HEALTHY LAWN
Fayetteville, GA
Join us in a discussion on caring for warm season and cool season turf in Georgia.
May 2
Fayette County Homeschool Club
Fayettevile, GA
Covering numerous topics from Science to Healthy Living to Community Service!
We will have a Homeschool Points Competition where the various age groups will gain points for attendance, donations, wearing green, and attending events/joining clubs! We will also go on field trips!
May 7
Zoysia Lawn Care
Fayetteville, GA
Zoysia is a wonderful lawn grass that grows well here in our Georgia soils. In this informative class, learn how to care for your zoysia grass including site needs, maintenance requirements, and disease and insect management.
May 11
Fayette County Extension Youth Garden Club
Fayetteville, GA
Join us for our monthly garden club on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Youth will be exploring the outdoors through hands-on activities in our education garden.
Ages: 2nd-5th grade
May 13
Chess Club
Fayetteville, GA
Learn to play chess with other kids! Practice your strategy and moves, and learn from each other! Open to grades 4th-12th!
May 14
Bermuda Lawn Care
Fayetteville, GA
Bermuda is a wonderful lawn grass that grows well here in our Georgia soils. In this informative class, learn how to care for Bermuda, including site needs, maintenance requirements, and disease/insect management.
May 28
Ornamental Plant ID
Fayetteville, GA
Join us for a class on identifying common ornamental plants in our landscapes. Feel free to bring in your own branches, branches with leaves and/or ornamentals to share or identify.
Jun 8
Fayette County Extension Youth Garden Club
Fayetteville, GA
Join us for our monthly garden club on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Youth will be exploring the outdoors through hands-on activities in our education garden.
Ages: 2nd-5th grade
Jun 11
Worms In My Kitchen!
Fayetteville, GA
Interested in making your own vermicompost bin? Join us for a hands-on, educational program where you will make your very own home vermicompost bin! We will discuss the benefits of composting vs. vermicomposting and its maintenance.
The cost for this program is $15 and this includes a 4-gallon, black opaque, heavy duty industrial tote, and all of the materials to complete your home vermicompost bin.
Jun 18
Inside the Hive
Fayetteville, GA
Have you ever wondered what exactly goes on inside a honeybee hive? There's a lot of work to be done! Come join us as Tom Bonnell, Henry County Beekeeper, shows you just what is going on inside the hive throughout the year.
There will not be any live bees at this program.
Jul 13
Fayette County Extension Youth Garden Club
Fayetteville, GA
Join us for our monthly garden club on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Youth will be exploring the outdoors through hands-on activities in our education garden.
Ages: 2nd-5th grade
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