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

Plant Sale Volunteers Needed!

Plant Sale Volunteers Needed!

The AEPC needs volunteers for our annual plant sale!

How you can help:
  • Thursday, April 23rd from 1-3 pm, we need help pricing and labeling plants.
  • Thursday, April 30th from 1-3 pm, we need help pricing and labeling plants.
  • Friday, May 1st from 12-5 pm, we need help setting up the sale area and possibly last minute pricing/labeling.
  • Saturday, May 2nd from 8am-4ish, we will need help with any remaining setup, parking, breakdown, and customer assistance, including merchandise table, membership table, and purchase transactions.
Chapter members, please see the email from April 20th, 2026 for more information on how to sign up for shifts, and guidelines for donations!

The 2026 Native Garden Tour is Only a Few Days Away!

This Saturday, join us at the 2026 Native Garden Tour!

April 18th from 10 am – 4 pm

This year’s native garden tour is coming up soon! Check out the 2026 Native Garden Tour Brochure for a sneak peak at this year’s featured gardens. Click here to purchase tickets!

Garden Tour Sponsors

We are so grateful to the 2026 Native Garden Tour sponsors for generously supporting Intown Atlanta GNPS and the work we do to promote native plants and healthy ecosystems in the Atlanta area.

Woods Keeper

Nearly Native Nursery

Beech Hollow Wildflower Farm

Wild Roots Native Nursery

Cottage Garden Natives

Eco-Echo Studio

Green Box Homes

Community Foodscapes

ReForestAtl

North Georgia Native Plant Nursery

Green Phoenix Designs

Act Naturally Landscape Design

Native Plant Sale at Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market April 25, 2026

Native Plant Sale at Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market April 25, 2026

The Fringed Campion Chapter will hold a plant sale at the Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market at 342 Rose Avenue on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9 am until 1 pm. Come visit with chapter members, learn about chapter activities, ask questions about native plant gardening, and shop a wide selection of native plants ideal for Middle Georgia. Our plants are propagated and donated by members passionate about the importance and beauty of native plants in the landscape.

Contact fringedcampion@gnps.org if you would like to volunteer your time or donate plants you have grown for the sale.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park Entry Garden Workday

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park Entry Garden Workday

Come on out and help us as we work on our native plant garden at the entryway to the Ocmulgee Mounds NHP on Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 3 until 5 pm! Dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, work boots). Bring a water bottle and a trowel or garden claw if you have one.
Participants must be 12 years of age or older, and participants under 18 years of age must have an adult present. All participants must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working and must wear a reflective vest while working.
Park in the dirt parking lot inside the park (on the right after passing through the gates) and walk back to the entry garden area.

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