September 2026
Executive Director Message
Georgia’s start to 2026 was anything but typical. Between the mid-month (super-hyped) polar vortex storm and another winter storm at the end of the month, our industry was on alert. As always, UAC members rose to the occasion, providing essential snow and ice removal for both commercial and residential clients. In response to this demand,…
Giant Lone Star: A Heavenly Hosta
I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the Shadowland Giant Lone Star hosta. I don’t believe this hosta was discovered in the shady soil under a Texas Madrone in…
Urban water management agent shares new technologies
Rolando Orellana is the urban water management agent through the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension at the Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture…
Summer yard work starts with safety
Lawn care and property maintenance tips from OPEI’s Kris Kiser With summer season now in full swing, the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is reminding property owners to keep safety…
Inside the State Botanical Garden greenhouses with horticulture alum Eli McKinney
UGA horticulture graduate walks his own path Growing up in Athens, Georgia, as the son of a research specialist in entomological genetics, Eli McKinney knew science would play a role…
More Than a Makeover: Why Brand Research Matters in Landscaping
Most landscaping companies do not recognize a brand problem right away. It becomes obvious over time through the symptoms: price pressure, unpredictable sales, longer sales cycles, confusion about what your…
Save the Dates: Upgrade Your Field Skills and Protect Your Business This Fall
As we move deeper into the season, staying competitive means balancing two things: mastering your agronomic craft in the field and protecting your bottom line in the office. This August…
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