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Improving the lives of Alabamians through research-based horticulture education delivered by a dedicated, trained, and engaged Extension volunteer team.

08/05/2026

A great day at Petals From The Past in Jemison for the quarterly Master Gardener Advisory Council meeting! 🌿

BTCEMGA President Linda Jarzyniecki, BTCEMGA Advisory Council member Martha Lampkin, and BTCEMGA Secretary Teresa Cassico enjoyed a day of learning, sharing ideas, and catching up with fellow Master Gardeners from across Alabama.

There were plenty of updates, even more questions (gardeners do love to ask questions! 😊), and exciting news about the 2027 Alabama Master Gardener State Conference to be held in Homewood on April 7-9.

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08/01/2026

🐝🦋 What a great July Lunch & Learn! Thank you to everyone who joined us this week for another Butler County Master Gardeners Association Lunch & Learn.

We were delighted to welcome Jack Rowe, Alabama Extension Agent and specialist in horticultural entomology and beekeeping, who gave a fascinating presentation on the important role pollinators play in our gardens and landscapes. From bees and butterflies to other beneficial insects, Jack explained how these amazing creatures support healthy plants, increase food production, and contribute to thriving ecosystems. He also shared practical ways each of us can create more pollinator-friendly gardens at home.

Congratulations to Barbara Gandy, winner of our door prize—a Hori Hori knife, a versatile Japanese gardening tool with a dual-edge stainless steel blade and inch markings that's perfect for digging, planting, weeding, and dividing plants.

A special thank you to Jack Rowe for an outstanding presentation and to everyone who came out to learn, ask questions, and enjoy another wonderful afternoon of gardening education. We look forward to seeing you at our next Lunch & Learn - August 25! 🌻💚🌿

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07/30/2026

The Jail Garden isn't just about growing vegetables... it's blooming with color too! 🌼🌻🐝

Our flower beds are putting on quite a show with bright zinnias, marigolds, sunflowers, cosmos, coneflowers, and Black-eyed Susans. These beautiful blooms provide an important food source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators that help keep our gardens thriving.

We hope you'll enjoy these colorful snapshots from the garden and maybe find a little inspiration to add a few pollinator-friendly flowers to your own yard. Every bloom makes a difference! 🌸🌻🦋

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07/29/2026

Don’t you agree?

07/28/2026

Watch for some great advice on pruning blueberry trees! 🫐🫐🫐

07/25/2026

🌿 Registration Opens August 1 for the AMGA Fall Seminar! 🌿

If you've never attended the Alabama Master Gardeners Association Fall Seminar, this is the year to go! It is one of the most popular gardening events of the year, and I can personally say it is well worth attending. You'll leave with new ideas, inspiration, and practical information you can use in your own garden.

📅 Seminar: October 9, 2026
📍 Location: Auburn University Raptor Center

As a bonus, attendees are invited to a special sneak peek on October 8 (2:00–3:00 PM) of exciting new transformation garden projects, including the Children's Garden and Vineyards.

📝 Registration opens August 1 and closes September 18. Don't wait—this seminar fills quickly, so register as early as possible!

Simply scan the QR code on the flyer or watch for registration to open on August 1.

We hope to see many of our fellow gardeners there! 🌺🌻🌿

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07/24/2026

🍅 Calling All Tomato Growers! 🍅

Do you grow tomatoes in your garden or on your farm? We'd love your help!

Researchers are seeking input from tomato growers across the Southern Region to better understand the use of compost in tomato production. Your feedback will help Extension specialists develop future educational programs and outreach based on the interests and concerns of growers like you.

✅ The survey takes just 5–6 minutes
✅ Fewer than 15 questions
✅ Participation is completely voluntary

The project is led by Dr. Matt Bertucci at the University of Arkansas and is supported by the Southern Extension Risk Management Education Center (SRMEC). The goal is to better understand potential risks associated with compost use in tomato farms and gardens throughout the Southeast.

If you grow tomatoes, please consider taking a few minutes to participate and help shape future Extension resources.

📋 Take the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/UBRK3ugxNt

Thank you for helping support research that benefits gardeners and growers across the South!

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07/22/2026

🌿 Learn from Alabama's Natural Resources Experts—Right from Home! 🌿

Looking for ways to learn more about Alabama's wildlife, forests, pollinators, and natural resources? The Alabama Extension Natural Resources Webinar Series is a great opportunity to hear from experts on a variety of timely topics—all from the comfort of your home.

Upcoming webinars include:

🐝 July 22 – The Great Southeast Pollinator Census in Alabama
🥾 August 5 – Tools, Trails, and Teamwork: Protecting and Stewarding Alabama's Wild Places
🔥 August 19 – What You Can Do If Prescribed Fire Is Not an Option
🦎 September 2 – Reptile & Amphibian Response to Forest Management
🌰 September 16 – Native Fruits and Nuts of Alabama: Uses and Cultivation

Whether you're a gardener, landowner, outdoor enthusiast, or simply enjoy learning about Alabama's natural world, there's something for everyone.

All webinars are free and held via Zoom. Visit https://www.aces.edu/go/3996 to register.

📅 Mark your calendar and join the conversation! Which topic are you most excited to learn about? Let us know in the comments! 🌳🐝🌿

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07/21/2026

🐝 Lunch & Learn is almost here! 🌼Looking for a fun way to spend your lunch hour?

Join the Butler County Extension Master Gardeners Association on Tuesday, July 28, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. at the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce for "Pollinators in the Garden" with Alabama Extension Agent Jack Rowe.

Discover why bees, butterflies, and other pollinators are so important and learn simple ways to make your garden more pollinator-friendly.

🥪 Free and open to the public — just bring your lunch and a beverage!

📍 Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce
1 Depot Square, Greenville, AL

We hope to see you there! Please share and invite a friend! 🌻🦋🐝

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