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Vision: Advocacy, Education, Networking, and Communication for Georgia's Horticulture Industry. Adva

Mission Statement: To advance and promote the horticulture industry by setting the standards for professionalism, excellence and environmental stewardship.

10/31/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from GGIA! 👻🌿

From pumpkins and colorful fall foliage to all things growing and green, there's plenty to love about this spooky season!

Wishing all our members, partners, and green industry friends a safe and spook-tacular Halloween! 🍂🧡

10/27/2026

🏛️ Connecting Georgia's Green Industry with State Leaders! 🌿

GGIA's Fall Legislative Tour provided an opportunity to highlight the importance of Georgia's green industry and strengthen relationships with the policymakers whose decisions impact our businesses and communities.

Through opportunities for discussion and firsthand exposure to the industry, events like this help bridge the gap between green industry professionals and elected officials, fostering a better understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and contributions of our industry.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event possible! Together, we're working to ensure Georgia's green industry continues to have a strong voice in conversations that shape its future.

10/27/2026

🌿 Plant Spotlight: Bluestem (Andropogon)

🍃 Why It’s Great for Georgia Landscapes:

✔️ Includes native grass species found throughout Georgia and the Southeast
✔️ Adds beautiful texture, movement, and vertical interest to landscapes
✔️ Many species develop striking copper, bronze, and reddish-purple tones in fall
✔️ Provides valuable habitat, shelter, and food resources for birds and other wildlife
✔️ Many species tolerate heat, drought, and poor soils once established

With its graceful foliage, feathery seed heads, and rich autumn colors, Andropogon brings natural beauty to Georgia landscapes throughout the seasons. This native grass genus is especially well suited for meadow-style plantings, naturalized areas, and wildlife-friendly landscapes, offering both ornamental appeal and ecological benefits.

10/23/2026

GGIA was excited to join fellow green industry professionals at TNLA Rooted in Lebanon, Tennessee! 🌿

Hosted by the Tennessee Nursery & Landscape Association, the event brought together industry professionals for opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and celebrate the people and businesses that help our industry thrive.

Events like TNLA Rooted highlight the importance of collaboration and building relationships across state lines. We're grateful for opportunities to connect with our neighboring green industry associations and support the continued growth of our industry.

Thank you to TNLA for bringing everyone together!

10/22/2026

🤝 Partner Spotlight: Ruppert Landscape

GGIA is proud to recognize Ruppert Landscape as a Champion Level Partner!

Ruppert Landscape provides comprehensive commercial landscape services, including landscape construction, maintenance, enhancements, irrigation, and more. With a commitment to quality, strong relationships, and creating opportunities for its people, the company serves clients across multiple markets, including right here in Georgia.

We’re grateful for Ruppert Landscape’s investment in GGIA and its continued support of Georgia’s green industry.

🌿 Learn more at https://www.ruppertlandscape.com/

Thank you, Ruppert Landscape, for your Champion Level partnership!

10/13/2026

🤝 Partner Spotlight: Heart of Georgia Nurseries

GGIA is proud to recognize Heart of Georgia Nurseries as a Champion Level Partner!

Heart of Georgia Nurseries is a network of independently owned and operated growers working together to showcase the quality and diversity of Georgia’s nursery industry. Within a 90-mile radius in the heart of Georgia’s growing region, their member nurseries and farms offer everything from plugs to full-grown trees and a wide selection of nursery stock for landscaping projects of all sizes.

Rooted independently and growing together, Heart of Georgia Nurseries represents the collaboration and expertise that help Georgia’s green industry thrive.

🌿 Learn more about their growers and nurseries at https://www.heartofgeorgianurseries.com/

Thank you, Heart of Georgia Nurseries, for your Champion Level partnership and continued support of GGIA and Georgia’s green industry!

10/12/2026

🌿 Plant Spotlight: Goldenaster (Chrysopsis)

🍃 Why It’s Great for Georgia Landscapes:

✔️ Native species occur throughout Georgia and the Southeast
✔️ Bright golden-yellow blooms provide vibrant late-season color
✔️ Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators
✔️ Well suited to sunny sites and generally tolerant of dry conditions once established
✔️ Extends garden interest into fall when many other plants have finished blooming

Goldenaster brings a burst of sunshine to the landscape just as the seasons begin to change. ☀️ The daisy-like flowers of Chrysopsis pair beautifully with native grasses and other fall-blooming perennials, making the genus a natural fit for native, meadow-inspired, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

10/06/2026

🌿 Plant Spotlight: Blazing Star (Liatris)

🍃 Why It’s Great for Georgia Landscapes:
✔️ Native species occur throughout Georgia and the Southeast
✔️ Distinctive purple flower spikes add vertical interest to landscapes
✔️ Provides valuable nectar for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
✔️ Many species tolerate heat and periods of drought once established
✔️ Blooms from summer into fall, providing important late-season color

With its unmistakable upright blooms, Liatris brings both color and texture to native and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Its tall flower spikes are made up of clusters of small, fluffy blooms that attract plenty of activity from pollinators while creating a striking contrast alongside grasses and other perennials.

09/30/2026

🌿 Plant Spotlight: Helianthus (Sunflowers)

🌱 Why They're Great for Georgia Landscapes:
🌻 Bring masses of cheerful yellow blooms to late-summer and fall landscapes
🐝 Provide valuable pollen and nectar for bees and other pollinators
🐦 Produce seeds that provide an important food source for birds
🌿 Available in a variety of species and selections for different landscape settings
☀️ Put on their best floral display in sunny locations

Helianthus, commonly known as sunflowers, bring bold color and plenty of wildlife value to the landscape. With numerous species and selections to choose from, these late-season bloomers are a great way to keep Georgia landscapes colorful and buzzing well into fall.

09/26/2026

🌿 Returning Exhibitors — Get Ready!

Returning exhibitor registration for Southeast Green 2027 opens October 1!

Start planning your return to Athens and get ready to secure your spot at Georgia’s green industry trade show.

📅 June 22–24, 2027
📍 The Classic Center | Athens, GA

Learn more about exhibiting:
https://www.southeastgreen.org/exhibitors

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51 SL White Boulevard
Woodbury, GA
30241

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http://www.ggia.org/

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