A campus in bloom: the UGA Trial Gardens

Nestled on UGA's South Campus in Athens, the UGA Trial Gardens offer a stunning environment for students, researchers and the public.

We talked to John Ruter, professor and director of the Trial Gardens and Sandy Begani, Trial Gardens manager, about what visitors might find in the garden, what a plant trial entails and more.

Resources:

The UGA Trial Gardens' website
Dr. John Ruter's information
Dr. Pam Knox's information
Some of the flowers found in the garden, including the rex begonias and double impatiens
See how our experts are breeding better plants.
Contact the gardens to volunteer
Learn more about the Great Georgia Pollinator Census
Visit the Trial Gardens - click to view a map: 1030 W Green Street Athens, GA 30602

Edited by Carly Mirabile
Produced by Jordan Powers, Emily Davenport, Carly Mirabile
Music and sound effects by Mason McClintock, an Athens-based singer, songwriter and storyteller who creates innovative soul-pop music that transcends traditional genre boundaries. Hailing from small-town Southeast Georgia, Mason's influences range from the purest pop to the most powerful gospel. Mason is a former Georgia 4-H'er and a recent University of Georgia graduate! Listen to his music on Spotify. 

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