DECATUR-The Morgan County Master Gardeners will host their annual plant sale this year in a new location after last year’s plans were cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Set for May 15-16, 2021, the plant sale will be held at the Point Mallard Expo Pavilion in Decatur’s Point Mallard Park. As in previous years, garden enthusiasts can choose from a large selection of unusual plants, succulents, native plants, vegetables, herbs, wildflowers, mixed containers and some of the South’s top pass-along plants.
The Morgan County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale is a perfect place to get inspired with gardening ideas. Thousands of plants will be available to choose from to satisfy any gardening need or skill level. There will be hanging baskets and containers ready for gift giving, specialty plants and items for the home. Experienced gardeners will be at the Ask A Master Gardener table to answer questions and to do soil pH testing. Anyone is welcome to bring a sample to be tested during the plant sale hours.
Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 15 and 1 to 4 p.m. on May 16. Only check or cash accepted for purchases. The Point Mallard Expo Pavilion is located at 2901-C Point Mallard Circle in Point Mallard Park. Due to the large crowds and noise, pets are not allowed. Admission is free and parking is free.
The Morgan County Master Gardeners Association (MCMGA) is a not-for-profit organization operating under the umbrella of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who offer the local community reliable and relevant gardening information, and education opportunities. The revenue from the annual Plant Sale funds its community projects. Some of the
association’s activities include:
- Provide monthly lunch and learn educational programs that are free to the public.
- Provide a grant program for local schools and assist schools in planning and developing outdoor classrooms. Offer a college scholarship for a local student.
- Donate gardening publications to our local library. Provide horticultural information and pH soil testing at community events with our Ask A Master Gardener table. Assist in the design and development of community gardens, parks and exhibits.
- Assist with the Hospice of the Valley garden and provide plants to their clients.
- Donate hundreds of plants to local projects.
All inquiries should be directed to Norris Johnston at (256) 520-1011 or mcmga.plantsale@gmail.com. For more information, visit https://mg.aces.edu/morgan, https://MorganCountyMGA.org, or follow them on Facebook at Morgan County Master Gardeners Association.
Media Release/Danielle Gibson, President & CEO
Decatur Morgan County Tourism, Inc.
