Deer Resistant Plant Sale

08/23/2026

Lindsey is convinced it should be a national holiday when Ashy Sunflower (Helianthus mollis) blooms! The Soldier beetles look like they agree.

08/20/2026

This summer Roxanne and Lindsey were able to take many plant related field trips!

In June there was a marathon day of greenhouse hopping. Groovy Plant Ranch, Natives in Harmony, Scioto Gardens and Dills Greenhouse. The groups plant packing and stacking skills were put to the test! The wonderful shaded picnic area of Groovy Plant Ranch comes highly recommended. Natives in Harmony remains a favorite shop with great prices and selection.
Later in the month the Athens County Humane Societies Cat Shelter Fundraiser tour was a fun day out.
July brought Mothing Nights at Roxannes! Lindsey’s daughter Helen really enjoyed the experience! Future plans to promote which plants support moths are in the works! So fun.
In August Lindsey attended the Midwest Native Plant Conference in Beavercreek, OH. It is put on by the Midwest Native Plant Society. It was a wonderful weekend of inspiring speakers, cool field trips and a whole lot of plant shopping! So many great vendors. It comes highly recommended.
And finally a tour of the recently opened Buckeye State Nursery just north of Zanesville, OH. It was inspiring to see all the work they’ve done and their future plans! Right next door was a very impressive White Oak!

06/24/2026

A sneak peek for the Cat Shelter Tour! The Athens County Master Gardeners have been out in force getting the Children's Garden at the Community Center ready for the tour his Sunday, June 28 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

In addition to seeing a great garden, many Master Gardeners will be available for questions. Get your tickets AND enter for 6 great raffles here: https://www.athenshumane.org/event-details/32nd-annual-garden-tour All proceeds of the tour go to the Athens County Humane Society!

06/10/2026

Buy your tickets now for the 32nd Annual Athens County Humane Society Garden Tour! Photos in this post are from years past, including when Roxanne was on the tour!

Jun 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Convention and Visitors Bureau, 667 E State St, Athens, OH 45701, USA

Start your tour at 11 AM at the Convention and Visitors Bureau, where we’ll give you a brochure guiding you to each of the garden locations. Descriptions of each garden are included. With your brochure in hand, visit the gardens in any order you like!

Head to their website to learn more and purchase your tickets today!
https://www.athenshumane.org/event-details/32nd-annual-garden-tour?fbclid=IwY2xjawSWfUlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE2UllyRlBFVkFlUVRVMWQyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtZ357n0q9infNgW7NZDr1mOQgoooC_Gw1aOdDkMswCm6R6ea1Ks4SvsOW3C_aem_ovaE4Rp9ZJxuP4-kWTvL7A

05/29/2026

Roxanne and Lindsey love our local businesses! White’s Mill has such a great selection of annuals and perennials, including lots of natives. Plants are looking happy and hunky!

05/23/2026

Super clever idea. A mixed plug tray of natives.
5 plugs each of swamp milkweed, wild monarda, round-leaf boneset, cutleaf coneflower and blazing star (liatris).
25 plants for $80.

Rural Action Spring Native Plant Sale. Today, open till 2 pm.

05/23/2026

05/21/2026

Another great plant sale to head to this weekend!

Rural Action Spring Native Sale
May 23, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Upcycle Ohio Thrift Store
751 W Union St. Athens, OH

05/16/2026

A short rain burst won't stop the Master Gardener plant sale!

Today, 1:30-4:30 pm Athens City Pool parking lot.
Annual, perennials, natives, veg and more!

05/13/2026

Thank you everyone who took time to come out to the sale last weekend. It was so exciting and we are so grateful.

BUT wait there's more [plant sales]!

Athens County Master Gardener Volunteers Plant Sale
May 16, 2026, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Community Center Swimming Pool Parking Lot
East State Street, Athens Ohio
https://www.facebook.com/events/940911242154150?active_tab=about

Community Food Initiatives
Community Potluck and Plant Start Give Away
May 19, (May 21 weather date), 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
94 Columbus Road, Athens OH
https://www.facebook.com/events/1002607728961733/?active_tab=discussion

Rural Action Spring Native Sale
May 23, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Upcycle Ohio Thrift Store
751 W Union St. Athens, OH

NEW!
Athens County Humane Society Garden Tour,
Jun 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM https://www.athenshumane.org/event-details/32nd-annual-garden-tour