SEEDS SOIL SUNSHINE
Growing Green with Sustainable Gardening
Thank you for joining Johns Creek Beautification for our First Annual Learning Luncheon, a
community fundraising event to promote environmentally friendly gardening practices.
Below, you'll find highlights from the event and valuable resources shared by our knowledgeable guest speakers.
June 6, 2024 • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm • Sugo Kitchen, 10305 Medlock Bridge Rd
Luncheon Highlights:
- A delicious meal featuring salads, main courses, and dessert.
- Informative presentations by expert guest speakers on sustainable gardening.
- A garden-themed raffle with exciting prizes.
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Special Guest Speakers:Ashley Frasca
Ashley has been a staple at WSB Radio in Atlanta for nearly 13 years. Her Saturday morning garden show is one of the newest shows on 95.5 WSB and is a must-listen in Georgia and beyond for those who want to be successful with their lawn, landscape or garden! Ashley served as producer for the "Lawn & Garden Show" under Walter Reeves for 8 years, and all she learned from her friend in that time has proved invaluable! Her show covers garden basics, expert interviews, features from around town, and garden questions from listeners. You can also hear Ashley reporting on Atlanta traffic each morning across three different Cox Media Group stations in Atlanta! Resources from Ashley Frasca: Shop for Native plants:
Mark Hoban
Mark Hoban, Golf Course Superintendent, has focused on sustainable methods for more than 15 years to create a healthy and beautiful environment that requires fewer fungicides and inorganic and synthetic fertilizers. Native grasses and pollinator gardens on and around the course that do not require irrigation now frame the golf turfs at Rivermont and promote bee, butterfly and wildlife habitats. Mark has worked in partnership with researchers from UGA about his innovative practices, incorporating a 10 hive apiary, worm farm, compost extract and thermal composting. Mark is the first superintendent to achieve Audubon certification in the six Southeastern states. Resources from Mark Hoban: |
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Trent Ellis
Q&A with owner of Armor Wildlife Management on how to humanly deter deer while creating a safe environment for our pets and while not harming the local wildlife. Resources from Trent Ellis: |
Proceeds: All proceeds from the luncheon will be used to support the Native American Sculpture Project, helping to enhance our community with culturally significant art.
We hope you found the luncheon insightful and are inspired to implement sustainable gardening practices in your own green spaces. For further information and resources from our speakers, please visit the links above.
Photo Gallery: Relive the moments from our Learning Luncheon by visiting our Photo Gallery.
Stay Connected: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on future events and more sustainable gardening tips.
Johns Creek Beautification promoting a greener, more beautiful community.
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