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The Southern Appalachian Plant Society (SAPS) – a non-profit educational organization interested in promoting sound horticultural practices in our homes and communities. Our members are horticulturists, Master Gardeners, and gardening hobbyists. Click here to learn more about becoming a member of SAPS.

SAPS NEWS & EVENTS

August Garden Tour

Tour of Master Gardener Gus Vizgirda’s garden on Saturday, August 15th, from 9:30am to 11:00am. The garden is located at 290 Sliger Road in Jonesborough.

Gus and his wife are eager to show and share what they are building. Visitors will see their home compost bins and rainwater storage.

The yard has raised beds with herbs, tomatoes, and peppers. A small orchard holds peach trees, Paw Paws, and newly planted heritage apple trees that he grafted himself. Blueberry and raspberry bushes, as well as a native wildflower plot in the making (A five-year project), grow alongside a greenhouse. He will stand by to answer your questions. He has some shade to escape the August heat, and visitors can park on either side of the gravel road.

Summer garden tours are for SAPS members.

Thanks to Jane Mullins for arranging this tour!

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The June and July Wheelbarrow is published!! Check it out here.

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The 2026 speaker schedule is now published! Click on the Programs tab above to see all of the great garden experts we have scheduled for you to hear in 2026.

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We have an updated vendor list for 2026! New vendors have been added where SAPS members can get a 10% discount. Click here to see the updated list. Click here to learn more about becoming a member of SAPS.