Landscaping Resources
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AP 130-4-12
2026 Green Industry Outlook
NewThe key points for 2026 are: 2025 was a good year for many green industry firms as there was strong demand in many parts of the state; there are many unknowns going into 2026 that will impact green industry sales: mixed signals within the economy, increased input costs, and in particular the varying strength of the housing market in Georgia will play a major role; green industry demand is expected to slow, with prices expected to decrease to offset the decreased demand, which will result in decreased sales in 2026 compared to 2025.
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Composting is a sustainable practice that transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendments, improving soil health, crop yields, and water quality while reducing landfill waste and methane emissions. This resource provides guidance on site selection, pile management, and proper monitoring of temperature and moisture, which are essential to ensure efficient decomposition and prevent odors, pests, or contamination. By understanding these principles and choosing the right method, growers, landscapers, and homeowners can create high-quality compost that supports healthy, sustainable soils and operations.
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This resource will help you choose small trees and shrubs that can provide privacy from your neighbors, separation from a road with heavy traffic or a screen to hide unattractive areas.
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C 983
Pampas Grass
Pampas grass is a large perennial grass native to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. Mature plants can reach 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide. In late summer, silvery-white plumes rise several feet above the foliage and make a bold, dramatic statement in the landscape.
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This resource lists several varieties of plants for your landscape that deer prefer to eat less.
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Southern magnolia is an aristocratic tree. It grows well throughout Georgia, is widely adaptable to a variety of soils and has few pest problems. With glossy evergreen foliage and large white fragrant blossoms, it truly is one of the most handsome and durable native trees for our Southern landscapes.
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Butterfly populations can be greatly enhanced by devoting a portion of the landscape to butterfly habitat. In addition to their natural beauty, butterflies serve as valuable plant pollinators.
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To attract and maintain a bird population, a habitat should provide (1) food, (2) shelter/nesting areas and (3) water. This publication describes several ways to attract birds to your backyard.
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Citizens throughout Georgia are recycling newspaper, cans, glass and plastic in an effort to divert these materials from the waste stream. Another important part of waste reduction involves recycling leaves, lawn clippings, and tree and shrub trimmings instead of placing them curbside for the county or municipality to pick up. These landscape riches from Mother Nature can be easily recycled and turned into nutrient-rich organic matter right in your backyard through a process called composting.
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