Georgia Native Plant Society - North Metro Atlanta Chapter

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This page is dedicated to the North Metro Atlanta Chapter of the Georgia Native Plant Society (GNPS) - a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the stewardship and conservation of Georgia’s native plants and their habitats.

Special thanks to Michael Cowan and the GNPS members who joined us for the Kennesaw Mountain Native Plant Ramble in May....
05/26/2026

Special thanks to Michael Cowan and the GNPS members who joined us for the Kennesaw Mountain Native Plant Ramble in May. Enjoy a few of the plants that were discussed.

In May, our very own Charlie Monroe — GNPS member and Cobb County Natural Resources Manager — shared how Cobb County is ...
05/25/2026

In May, our very own Charlie Monroe — GNPS member and Cobb County Natural Resources Manager — shared how Cobb County is incorporating native plants into parks and public landscapes throughout the community.

Thank you, Charlie, for all that you do to support native plants, habitat restoration, and environmental stewardship!

Cobb County Native Plant Initiatives & Tour at Hyde Farm Park with Charlie MonroeLed by Charlie Monroe, Natural Resource...
05/06/2026

Cobb County Native Plant Initiatives & Tour at Hyde Farm Park with Charlie Monroe

Led by Charlie Monroe, Natural Resource Manager with Cobb County Parks, this program will highlight native plant initiatives and programs across the county—including Hyde Farm, Heritage Park, and the Wright Environmental Education Center.

You’ll also learn about educational opportunities within Cobb County Parks, the Southeast Pollinator Census, and the event will conclude with a guided walking tour of Hyde Farm Park, where you’ll see these initiatives in action while also learning about the farm’s rich history.

Saturday, May 9, 2026
10:00 - 12:00 pm
726 Hyde Rd, Marietta, GA

Register for this in person event now!
https://gnps.org/calendar-event/cobb-county-native-plant-initiatives-tour-at-hyde-farm-park/

GNPS members enjoyed a special tour of a Gold Certified Native Plant Habitat on Saturday, exploring beautifully designed...
04/30/2026

GNPS members enjoyed a special tour of a Gold Certified Native Plant Habitat on Saturday, exploring beautifully designed gardens spanning full sun, part shade, and full shade.

Each space offered inspiration and practical ideas, leaving members with plenty to bring back and incorporate into their own landscapes.

A heartfelt thank-you to Lori L. for hosting such an inspiring tour!

Did you miss our chapter’s largest annual fundraiser last Saturday?It’s not too late to show your support! Funds raised ...
04/15/2026

Did you miss our chapter’s largest annual fundraiser last Saturday?

It’s not too late to show your support! Funds raised go directly toward our educational programs, the development of educational gardens, and restoration projects that combat invasive, nonnative plants threatening our natural spaces—along with many other important initiatives.

Check out our Pop-Up Sale's Plant List: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DJWfs4MaDksYldWSiGrm-Mhj0Wypyh6T/view

Thank you for your support! 🌿

On Sunday, Michael Cowan—GNPS State Chair and North Metro Atlanta Chapter member—led a wonderful ramble through the old-...
04/15/2026

On Sunday, Michael Cowan—GNPS State Chair and North Metro Atlanta Chapter member—led a wonderful ramble through the old-growth forest remnant at Simpsonwood Park along the Chattahoochee River in Peachtree Corners.

The trail was lined with majestic native trees, including Southern Red Oak, Northern Red Oak, Eastern White Oak, American Beech, and Sourwood—truly a beautiful canopy to walk beneath.

While an overpopulation of deer has impacted much of the understory, participants were still able to spot a variety of native plants, including vines, trilliums, wood sorrel, butterweed, and common rush in the floodplain, along with an impressive stand of river cane.

Closer to the river, the group observed American Sycamore, Hop Hornbeam, Ironwood, and what may be one of the largest Umbrella Magnolia specimens in the Atlanta area.

Although invasive species like Russian olive (Elaeagnus), Chinese privet (Ligustrum), and Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium) were present, there were more than enough native treasures to make the experience both inspiring and worthwhile.

A great reminder of the beauty—and importance—of protecting and restoring our natural spaces. 💚

Special thanks to Diana Whitlock for making these photos available. Thank you Diana!

Have free time on Saturday, April 18 and want an outdoor adventure in nature? Consider joining our friends at the Univer...
04/14/2026

Have free time on Saturday, April 18 and want an outdoor adventure in nature? Consider joining our friends at the University of Georgia and Rowen Foundation for a BioBlitz in Dacula, GA.

Bio-blitzes are intensive, short-term biological surveys of an area that leverages the expertise of professionals and amateur biologists and naturalists as well as volunteer community scientists to identify as many species as possible to get a broad "snapshot" of the biodiversity in an area.

Sign up now for this free event - lunch will be provided
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQ0rzSpeU0Dr-8HPwnlaFC5DnIc599tpmbtYPPe91sNaQraA/viewform

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