Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County

Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County Vision: Growing a community of educated, service-minded gardeners

Master Gardener Facts:
Started in 1980
Members trained and certified by the University of Georgia
More than 217 active members
Support 15 community and demonstration gardens
More than 17,444 hours volunteered in 2024! Vision:
Growing a community of educated, service-minded gardeners

Core Values:
Shared values guide our actions:

Commitment to the environment and each other
Dedication to educating

the community and supporting our schools
Integrity
Service-oriented volunteerism
Willingness to learn

Mission:
The Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County (MGVOCC) supports the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service and strives to improve the quality of life in our community by delivering research – based horticultural information, educational programs and projects.

Β© 2021 MGVOCC | Privacy Policy

06/22/2026

Every bright, garden-fresh harvest from The Wellness Garden at Cobb County Farm Bureau is donated to nourish our local community. πŸ‘©β€πŸŒΎπŸ‘¨πŸΌβ€πŸŒΎ

06/19/2026

Exciting news! For those who have been following along as we've shared updates about our Franklin tree - when we arrived at the William Root House this morning we discovered that it is currently in bloom!

Native to the Altamaha River valley in Georgia, Franklin trees have been extinct in the wild since at least the 1840s. American botanist William Bartram first observed the tree growing in Georgia in 1765. The cause of its extinction in the wild is not known. Like all of the Franklin trees known to exist today, the tree growing at the Root House is descended directly from seeds collected by Bartram hundreds of years ago. We appreciate the Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County for taking such great care of our tree. These trees have a reputation among gardeners as being difficult to cultivate, especially in urban environments. If you are in the area, it's definitely worth stopping by the museum to see!

Seed saving is fun, saves money, and lets you share your garden's beauty and bounty year after year!In this video, Maste...
05/18/2026

Seed saving is fun, saves money, and lets you share your garden's beauty and bounty year after year!

In this video, Master Gardener and UGA Cobb County Extension FACS Program Assistant Terri Y. Carter teaches you exactly when and how to save seeds from your vegetable and ornamental gardens.

πŸ“Ί Watch the video here:
https://youtu.be/Ggq0z7Pf6rs?feature=shared

Can technology actually make you a better gardener? Absolutely. Finding the right balance between online tools and the g...
05/17/2026

Can technology actually make you a better gardener? Absolutely. Finding the right balance between online tools and the great outdoors can save you time, reduce guesswork, and help your garden thrive.

Join us as Master Gardener DeBorrah Tibbs shares practical strategies to make your gardening easier, smarter, and more intentional. Learn how to use digital tools to enhance the beauty, productivity, and resilience of your garden whether you're mapping out new beds or troubleshooting plant health.

Don't miss out this Tuesday. Register at link below πŸ‘‡ https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_if0DlZLzQ3qHiMs8UNTyBA #/registration

05/15/2026

A quick walk through of the living classroom garden which is under construction.

Big things are growing at the Cobb County Extension Office! Our wonderful Cobb County Master Gardeners rolled up their s...
05/15/2026

Big things are growing at the Cobb County Extension Office!

Our wonderful Cobb County Master Gardeners rolled up their sleeves this week for a different kind of garden prep, painting vibrant, colorful stepping stones for The Living Classroom Garden!

This new space is being designed as an educational demonstration garden, where community members of all ages can come to learn about sustainable gardening, native plants, and hands-on horticulture. These beautiful, hand-painted stones will help guide visitors through the garden.

We are so proud of their hard work, creativity, and dedication to making this educational space come to life!

Take a look at some of the behind-the-scenes magic below.

We had a wonderful workday this morning at the Wellness Garden! It was a busy two hours, but we accomplished a lot. A hu...
05/11/2026

We had a wonderful workday this morning at the Wellness Garden! It was a busy two hours, but we accomplished a lot.

A huge welcome to the two community members who joined our crew today! We love seeing new faces get a little dirty.

We harvested fresh strawberries and peas. That was the best strawberry I've ever eaten. One of the perks of helping harvest.

We even had a surprise visit from Jim Bearden, our local bluebird expert and Master Gardener, who stopped by to check on the birdhouses. It’s a great reminder that our garden supports more than just the community it’s a home for our local wildlife, too.

Everything we grow here is headed to local Cobb County food pantries. Thanks to everyone who helped us grow for our neighbors today! If you couldn't make it today we will be back at it next Monday.

Love gardening? Want to meet some great people? Interested in helping your community? Want to know more about what Cobb ...
05/10/2026

Love gardening? Want to meet some great people? Interested in helping your community? Want to know more about what Cobb Master Gardeners are all about? Join us at The Wellness Garden at Cobb County Farm Bureau tomorrow morning from 9-11 for our workday. Help us grow vegetables for local Cobb County food pantries.

Address

678 South Cobb Drive
Marietta, GA
30060

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17705284070

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County:

Share