First-Time Gardener Resources: Books and Websites for Georgia

Q: I'm buying my first home in LaGrange and want gardening fundamentals. Book and website recommendations?

Books: The Southern Living Garden Book and Southern Living Garden Problem Solver.

Websites: UGA Extension Service (home gardening factsheets, lawn care), plus Auburn, Clemson, and NC State Extension sites.

Local: Callaway Gardens (1-800-CALLAWAY) and Ferrell Gardens (706-884-8185) offer volunteer opportunities.

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