Get ready to garden! The highly anticipated annual Spring Plant Sale at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) in Rome is scheduled for April 7-11, 2025. This beloved tradition offers the community a chance to purchase beautiful, student-grown plants while supporting GNTC’s Horticulture program.

The sale kicks off on Monday, April 7th, at 8:00 AM and continues daily through Friday, April 11th, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, Nick Barton, Director of Horticulture at GNTC, advises early birds to arrive promptly as the plants frequently sell out before the sale’s official end. “We have a huge selection of flowering annuals and perennials,” Barton said, promising a vibrant array of options to brighten any garden. This year’s sale boasts a diverse selection including annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, hanging baskets, blooming plants, and geraniums. Gardeners can find popular vegetable starts like tomato, pepper (including the fiery ghost pepper!), squash, cucumber, zucchini, cantaloupe, and watermelon. Flowering plants will include favorites such as impatiens, dianthuses, petunias, marigolds, SunPatiens, lantana, and million bells. A four-pack of flowers, herbs, or vegetables costs $5, while a flat containing four packs is priced at $35. Mixed flats of flowers and vegetables are also available for $35. Hanging baskets will be sold for $13 each, 6-inch pots for $6 each, and 4-inch pots for $4. Hibiscus plants will be priced at $10. **Important Note:** Purchases can be made with cash or check only. Credit cards are not accepted.

The Spring Plant Sale is more than just a fundraiser; it’s an integral part of the GNTC Horticulture program. It provides students with invaluable real-world experience and a platform to showcase their hard work and skills. All proceeds from the sale will directly benefit the Horticulture program at GNTC. The sale will be held at the greenhouses located across from GNTC’s Floyd County Campus in Rome, next to the Woodlee Building.