A Visit from Dr. Eddie Smith

Saturday, March 14 | Greenwood Cemetery

Join us for a high-energy workday as we welcome a very special guest to the grounds! Dr. Eddie Smith, Extension Master Gardener for Pearl River County and host of the popular show Southern Gardening, will be visiting Greenwood Cemetery for the first time.

Dr. Smith is eager to see our Master Gardeners in action. Our goal is to showcase the beauty and dedication of our volunteers in hopes that he will choose Greenwood as a featured location for a future broadcast!

Event Details

• The Mission: This is a hands-on Work Day.

• The Focus: Section 1 (North and East of the center circle). We will be revitalizing "cradles" through clearing, dividing plants, adding soil, and planting.

• Rose Care: We will also be attending to the roses marked with red flags that need weeding, pruning, and mulching.

• Q&A: Dr. Smith will be circulating to visit and answer your gardening questions throughout the morning (no formal program).

Volunteer Checklist

• What to Bring: Your gardening tools and gloves.

• Safety: Please wear closed-toed shoes and stay vigilant for fire ants.

• Parking: To protect the wet turf, please park outside the cemetery on West Street or in the lot behind the Supreme Court building.

Why You Should Attend

The wisteria is just beginning to show color and is expected to be in full glory by Saturday! This is a wonderful opportunity for Master Gardeners from Rankin, Metro, and Madison Counties to unite and show off the incredible restoration work being done at this historic site.

We look forward to seeing you in the garden!

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month at 9 AM for gardening at Greenwood Cemetery, sponsored by Metro Master Gardeners. Come lend a hand, learn new gardening tips, and help keep our grounds beautiful. All skill levels welcome—stay as long as you like!

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month at 9 AM for gardening at Greenwood Cemetery, sponsored by Metro Master Gardeners. Come lend a hand, learn new gardening tips, and help keep our grounds beautiful. All skill levels welcome—stay as long as you like!

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month at 9 AM for gardening at Greenwood Cemetery, sponsored by Metro Master Gardeners. Come lend a hand, learn new gardening tips, and help keep our grounds beautiful. All skill levels welcome—stay as long as you like!

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month at 9 AM for gardening at Greenwood Cemetery, sponsored by Metro Master Gardeners. Come lend a hand, learn new gardening tips, and help keep our grounds beautiful. All skill levels welcome—stay as long as you like!

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month at 9 AM for gardening at Greenwood Cemetery, sponsored by Metro Master Gardeners. Come lend a hand, learn new gardening tips, and help keep our grounds beautiful. All skill levels welcome—stay as long as you like!

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month at 9 AM for gardening at Greenwood Cemetery, sponsored by Metro Master Gardeners. Come lend a hand, learn new gardening tips, and help keep our grounds beautiful. All skill levels welcome—stay as long as you like!

Join us on Saturday, September 27, from 9 AM to 12 PM for a gardening workday at Greenwood Cemetery. We'll be removing weeds and seedlings from the cradles to prepare the grounds for our upcoming bulb planting. Bring your gloves and a willing spirit—it's a great way to help maintain the cemetery's beauty and enjoy some fresh air! All skill levels are welcome.