ARTICLE PUBLISHED IN SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKER MAGAZINE JULY/AUGUST 2026
101 TRIED & TRUE PLANTS
This book was published in 2014 with all writing and photography done by members of our chapter. It was truly a labor of love and has been well received in the community. The book is $20 and can be purchased at the VA Cooperative Extension office in Rocky Mount. View the slide show below for some examples of the beautiful photography done by our local gardeners!
2026 FRANKLIN COUNTY AREA LOCAL FOOD & GARDENING DIRECTORY
2024 GREEN GRANTS AWARD
2024 Green Grants Award #12: Franklin County Master Gardeners Association. Congratulations to the Franklin County Master Gardeners Association for their $500 Green Grants award in the Community Beautification category!
The Franklin County Master Gardeners Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization that has existed since 1994. Their mission is one of sharing knowledge and enhancing the environment through sustainable landscape practices. They use horticulture and landscaping to promote community development, improve nutrition and food security, and provide positive educational experiences for youth in horticulture. The two pollinator gardens that are the focus of this grant award are located at the 4-H center in Franklin County and are maintained by Franklin County Master Gardeners.
VCE 2024 Pest Management Guide
VCE EMG Volunteer Handbook
Our Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Handbook can be purchased on Amazon. Click on the handbook to view the PDF version. Please be patient, as this is a large file.