Chapters in Georgia Native Plant Society
History
Over two decades ago, the Georgia Native Plant Society was founded by people based in metro Atlanta. Since that time, their initiative and message around the importance of native plants to our lives and the ability of individuals to make a difference locally in their protection, stewardship, rescue and propagation, has spread across Georgia and in fact across the USA. Today our members are served in other locations across the state where local groups are providing educational information, restoration opportunities and opportunities to learn more.
Realignment
In November 2019, GNPS adopted new bylaws, which implemented a state-wide governing board to set organizational policy, define its strategic vision, and directly support chapter activities. This new organizational structure paved the way for more chapters to form throughout Georgia.
Join a chapter
There are currently 8 chapters of the Georgia Native Plant Society. As a member of GNPS you too can get to work and join like minded people in your area by aligning yourself with one of our chapters.
For current members, login and update your chapter affiliation through the chapter affiliation form. For new or renewing members, select your chapter affiliation on the membership form.
Form a chapter
Let us know if you are interested in learning more about how to join or start up a local chapter near you in the state of Georgia by using the Contact Us form. Current members can also use the Chapter Interest Form. To learn more about the overall process, view the Chapter Quick Start Guide. For a more in-depth guide to forming and running a chapter, see the Chapter Manual.
News & Events
Native Plant Sale at Smokestack Farmer’s Market, Oct. 24, 2026 9 am until 1 pm
Do you need more native plants? Of course! Thankfully we’re here to help. Come shop our extensive selection of member grown and donated native plants on Saturday, October 24th, from 9 am to 1 pm at Smokestack Farmer’s Market at 342 Rose Ave in Macon, GA for our October Native Plant sale.
Old City Cemetery Native Plant Garden Workday, Oct. 17, 2026 8:30 am
The Old City Cemetery is located at 103 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201. Free street parking is available.
Dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, work boots). Bring a water bottle and a shovel if you have one. Gloves and tools will be provided, but volunteers are also welcome to bring their own.
Participants must be 12 years of age or older, and participants under 18 years of age must have an adult present. All participants must wear a reflective vest while working.
Centerville Library Native Plant Garden Workdays
Dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, work boots). Bring a water bottle and tools for weeding/planting if you have them. Gloves and tools will be provided, but volunteers are also welcome to bring their own.
Participants must be 12 years of age or older, and participants under 18 years of age must have an adult present. Participants will also be asked to sign the Georgia Native Plant Society Liability Waiver upon arrival at the event.
The event may be cancelled due to weather. We will work in light rain but not stormy weather.
October Chapter Meeting
Join us for our October Chapter Meeting on Wednesday, October 14th at Sandy Creek Nature Center from 6 p – 7:30 p. Dr. Rebecca Abney, Associate Professor of Forest and Disturbed Soils at the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, will be giving a presentation about biochar and soil health.
