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
Open House & Native Plant Festival at Boy Scout Rd. Nursery (Byron)
On Sept. 20, 2025 from 9 am until Noon, join the Fringed Campion Chapter at the Boy Scout Road Native Nursery in Byron, GA for an Open House & Native Plant Festival! Free admission!
Featuring: Native Plants Sale from 9 am – Noon
Schedule of Workshops & Activities
9:15 am Shrink the Lawn Presentation (all ages); Mr. Whit Kirkland
9:30 am Bee a Friend to Pollinators (ages 12 & under); Ms. Alice Morgan, Master Naturalist
10:00 am Longleaf Pine Hike (all ages) led by retired Forester Richard Williams
10:30 am Bee a Friend to Pollinators (ages 12 & under); Ms. Alice Morgan, Master Naturalist
11:00 am GNPS Native Plant Rescue (all ages); Dr. Greg Lewis
Registration Requested: https://forms.gle/j84uVte9Zpn5cfsU7
Identify & Eradicate! Invasive Plant Identification & Removal Workday (Macon)
Join Birds Georgia and The Fringed Campion Chapter of the Georgia Native Plant Society for a morning spent identifying and treating a suite of common invasive plant species at Amerson River Park on October 25, 2025 from 9 am until 11 am and at Wesleyan Arboretum on November 15, 2025 from 10 am until noon. We will focus on the “Fearsome Five” Chinese Privet, Nandina, English Ivy, Bahia Grass, and Autumn Fern. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes, a hat, and gloves, and bring a water bottle, snacks, and tools if you have them. We will have some loaner gloves, loppers, and shovels. Meet in the parking lot near the overlook.
To volunteer at Amerson River Park on Oct. 25, please register at: https://birdsgeorgia.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=/portal/events/24510
To volunteer at Wesleyan Arboretum on Nov. 15, please register at: https://birdsgeorgia.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=/portal/events/23914
Native Plant Sale at Wesleyan Market on Oct. 11, 2025 9am – 1pm
The Fringed Campion Chapter will hold its fall plant sale at the Wesleyan Market on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 from 9 am until 1 pm. Come visit with chapter members, learn about chapter activities and volunteer opportunities, ask questions about native plant gardening, and shop a wide selection of native plants ideal for Middle Georgia. All of our plants are propagated and donated by members.
Contact fringedcampion@gnps.org if you would like to volunteer at the sale or donate plants you have grown.
Check the Facebook event for any last minute updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1779582982651984
Fall Plant Sales – Atlanta Area
Most, but not all, plants sold by the listed organizations are native, so please do your research. Click links to websites to confirm details.
Trees Atlanta Annual Tree Sale
Online Sept. 5th – Sept. 22nd
In-person at The Carter Center on Oct. 4th, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Woodlands Garden Fall Plant Sale
Sept. 13th – 14th. Sign up to reserve a time slot.
Wild Roots Native Nursery Pop-Up Sales
Sept. 20th – Oct. 25th. Visit website for details.
Chattahoochee Nature Center Native Plant Sale
Sept. 26th – 27th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wylde Center Fall Plant Festival
Sept. 27th, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Oakhurst Garden
State Botanical Garden of Georgia (Athens) Native Plant Sale
Oct. 2nd – 3rd, 2:00 – 6:00 pm
Oct. 4th, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Beech Hollow Festi-fall
Oct. 26th, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Fall Seed and Plant Swap
October 11th, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
West Atlanta Watershed Alliance
1442 Richland Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

