Garden Week in Georgia Self Guided Garden Tour

Garden Week in Georgia April 19-25 The Georgia Department of Economic Development is partnering with GCG to encourage tourism by promoting garden tours and gardening events during this week. How Marietta Daisies can participate in Garden Week. Take pictures of your Marietta Daisies Garden and post to our facebook page Earth Day Contest Judges Promote & Join in our 1st Self-guided Garden tour of our projects in Historic Marietta Be sure to take photos of all your activities!

A Daisies Garden from Member Laurie Bailey Azalea garden designed by my husband and planted by my children and grandchildren. Shade garden designed by my husband myself and Pikes . We love sitting in our rocking chairs sipping tea and watching our puppy play in the shade garden.

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS April - May The busiest time of the year. Swarm prevention and colony buildup are the goals. Continue equalizing colonies and cutting queen cells. Sell or trade frames of brood if necessary to knock back extra strong colonies. Another use of surplus brood is the production of splits, or new colonies. Take 3-5 frames of bees, honey, and brood (minus the queen), place them in a new hive body, give them a new caged queen, and move the

The Pocket, Shirley Millers Wildflower Trail from Jami Holden I have wanted to go to The Pocket, Shirley Millers Wildflower Trail, for a couple of years now. I had heard about it and not been able to go until last Friday, March 13, 2026. I was told to go mid March or early April so last minute that day was available and the weather was going to be perfect, so we went! It was the most beautiful wildflowers I’ve ever experienced in my life, all in one place. I felt like it was

10 Landscaping Tricks Repetition: Repeating plants, shapes, or colors ties your garden together. It creates flow and makes your design feel intentional, not random. This trick helps unify large spaces and calms busy areas. Repetition also makes maintenance easier. Use repeated patterns in walkways, flower beds, or decorative elements. It’s one of the simplest ways to make your garden look planned and professional. Plant Heights: Tall in back, medium in the middle, low in fro

Gardening for the Environment Gardening in Georgia offers a unique blend of opportunity and challenge. With its humid subtropical climate and USDA Zones 6–9, the state enjoys a long, productive growing season that allows for nearly year-round gardening. While this environment supports abundant plant growth, it also requires thoughtful strategies to manage heat, humidity, and soil conditions. Understanding Georgia’s Growing Conditions Georgia’s climate is defined by long, hot,

Daisy POP's and Daisy DUDE's A Great Big Thank you! Thanks to the Daisy DUDE's who came and helped in the garden today. Thank you to Bryan Taylor, Katryn's husband for financing part of the hard scape that was installed by Micheal (Dani's brother) and Bryan. Micheal dug a few holes in the really tough soil in the butterfly garden. We mapped out where to put the butterfly house. Micheal and Bryan will install the butterfly house in a couple of weeks. Thank you to Josh Wilkins

Lucky Traditions to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day These beloved traditions are rooted in Irish heritage, faith, and folklore — from the shamrock symbolizing the Holy Trinity to the whimsical tales of leprechauns — making St. Patrick’s Day a celebration of joy, gratitude, and a touch of lucky charm for all. Hunt for Four-Leaf Clovers Search for the rare four-leaf clover — a timeless symbol of extraordinary luck and unexpected blessings. Wear Green Dress in green to stay playful

Feeling Lucky! Life’s journey isn’t left to chance—it’s something we shape with our own hands. We make our own luck through the choices we dare to take, and we plot our own stars by setting our course with intention, hope, and a willingness to keep moving forward. It’s so easy to feel like life is just happening to  us, and when things don’t go our way, that can quickly turn into a feeling of being “unlucky.” We’ve all been there. But the stories we tell ourselves really do m

Irish Coffee Irish coffee is a timeless cocktail that combines hot brewed coffee with Irish whiskey and a touch of sugar, finished with a layer of lightly whipped fresh cream gently floated on top. Served warm, it’s meant to be sipped through the cream, allowing the rich coffee and whiskey to blend smoothly with the cool, velvety topping, which is typically unsweetened or only lightly sweetened. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream 5oz freshly brewed black coffee 1. 7 oz

Guinness Chocolate Puddings The story of Guinness chocolate pudding is inspired by the rich traditions of Irish cooking, where the bold, roasted notes of stout are often used to deepen and enhance sweet dishes. Although Guinness has been brewed in Dublin since 1759, pairing it with chocolate in a decadent pudding is a more contemporary creation—one that has become especially popular around St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 sticks Unsalted Butter plus extra for

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS from the Hive Laura Guilmette   A year-long educational series.   1) Beekeeping is the second oldest profession. People have been gathering honey from bees in the wild for at least 8,000-10,000 years. Based on Egyptian art, beekeeping has likely been happening for at least 4,500 years. Archeologists have found inscriptions in Egyptian tombs that depict pouring honey in jars and removing honey. Evidence of pottery used as hives found

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS from the Hive Laura Guilmette   A year-long educational series.   Bee news for winter 2026 in Georgia focuses on the impact of unpredictable weather on hive management and the behavioral responses of local bee populations. Beekeepers are advised to monitor hive conditions closely due to the potential for late-winter starvation and variable temperatures.  Bee Behavior in Georgia's Winter Honey Bees: Honey bees do not hibernate. Inste

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS from the Hive Laura Guilmette   A year long educational series.   Honey bee winter survival in North Georgia Do honeybees die in the winter? Yes, unfortunately, some colonies inevitably die in the winter. This can happen if the population is not large enough, the food stores are insufficient, or the colony enters the winter with a disease or virus.   Clustering:  As temperatures fall, bees form a tight cluster around the queen and t

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS from the Hive Laura Guilmette  A year long educational series.   What to know about bees in North Georgia in the fall Increased activity: Honeybee and bumblebee populations reach their peak in the fall, leading to more frequent sightings. Behavioral changes: Both honey and wasps can become more aggressive as their food sources diminish and winter approaches. Foraging on fall flowers: Look for bees on late-season blooms like dahlias

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS from the Hive Laura Guilmette   This will be a year long educational series. Diverse Landscapes: From the North Georgia mountains to the coast, Georgia's varied ecosystems provide the necessary flowers and foliage for strong bee populations and honey production.  Commercial Importance: Georgia is a leading state in the production and sale of honey bees and queen bees.  Research and Education: The University of Georgia (UGA) Bee Prog

Hummingbirds Migration For many of them, Southern gardens and backyards provide the first welcome stop along the way. As winter begins to loosen its hold across the South, one of spring’s smallest travelers starts to return. Hummingbirds, migrating from their winter homes in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, are already moving northward. Gulf Coast Arrivals Lead the Way Throughout the eastern Southern states, the familiar herald of spring is the Ruby-throated Hummin

"What's the Buzz" BEE HIVE EDUCATIONAL NEWS from the Hive Laura Guilmette   A year-long educational series.   For the first time ever, Beekeeper Guilmette has placed swarm 'boxes' in various spots around Cobb County.   These are hand-built boxes containing spent comb and pheromone (Swarm Commander) in hopes of attracting a 'scout' bee which would direct bees to this new home. If you see a wild swarm in a tree or elsewhere, let me know. We can come to your property and swoon t

Irish Stew Irish stew is a time-honored traditional dish dating back to the 17th or 18th century, created as a simple, nourishing meal for rural families. Originally, it featured just mutton, onions, and potatoes simmered together—a practical method developed to tenderize tough, older sheep meat during harsh winter months. INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp Olive oil 1 cup Smoked Bacon, preferably in one piece & cut into chunks 2 pounds Stewing Lamb, cut into large chunks 5 Medium Onions, sl