Remaining Concerts In The Garden
6/14 - Refried (RD 6/21)
9/13 - Big Teach (RD 9/20)
10/11 - Lara Smith Music (RD 10/18)

Next Concert in the Garden - Sunday, June 14th at 5:30 pm
Seating starting at 5:00 pm

Our third concert of the season is just around the corner, and it’s going to be a fun one!
 
The Refried Band, Hartwell's premier cover band, will take the stage with the best of the all the musical genres from the 1960s through to the 2000s.

It’s the perfect way to spend a spring evening: great music, beautiful surroundings, and a community you love.  Bring a chair, bring a friend, and come enjoy the magic of the Garden.
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UPCOMING EVENTS and NEWS FOR HCBG MEMBERS

pJune Friends of the Garden Meeting
Tuesday, June 16th at 5:00 pm
At the Garden Pavilion

The meeting will start with a social time from 5:00–5:30 pm, followed by a brief business meeting. 
Friends are encouraged to bring finger foods, a homemade appetizer, a dessert, or a delicious drink to share. Whether it's a favorite family recipe or a creative seasonal treat, your contribution will help make the event even more enjoyable.  We will provide all the utensils and paper products.

Luanne Burgess, President will begin the business portion of the meeting about 5:30pm.  This will include important Garden updates and a financial report.  It is an excellent reason to attend and help to contribute to the future plans for your Garden.

The featured speaker will be Peyton Johnson of Hartscapes LLC.  Peyton will lead an informative and interactive discussion on irrigation and watering practices for healthy, thriving landscapes and gardens.  Peyton will cover topics such as efficient watering techniques, common irrigation challenges, water conservation strategies, and how to determine the right amount of water for different plants and growing conditions.

It’s always a great opportunity to connect, learn, and spend time together in the Garden.

We hope to see you soon on June 16th!!

We are so thankful for each of you and the many ways you support and love our Garden.
 2026 Membership Drive
We’d be delighted to have you continue (or begin!) your membership with us.
Membership Donations
Individual: $25
Family: $40
Business/Corporate: $60
Membership runs January–December 31, 2026.
Membership Benefits Include
Access to the Members-Only Plant Sale Pre-Sale
Early access to concert tickets (some shows sell out before public sales!)
Garden news, emails, events, and helpful gardening & plant information
Reduced rates on Pavilion chair and table rentals
Your membership donation directly supports our all-volunteer, self-supporting, nonprofit Garden—and we truly couldn’t do this without you.
Thank you for helping the Garden grow 
Renew your membership here:
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/hart-county-botanical-garden-inc/membership-drive-2026

​News and Frequently Asked Questions

NEWS FOR YOU, OUR VOLUNTEERS AND FRIENDS
💚 Volunteer Appreciation
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A heartfelt thank you to Woody Eakin for his incredible dedication—building a new insect home, kids’ picnic table, and more!
And cheers to our cheerful Mulch Crew: Pam Gordon, Doug Moore, Ed Clark, Bob Otis, and Lorin Sinn-Clark for spreading so much mulch in just two days!
FAQ - WHERE ARE THE HCBG BY-LAWS LOCATED?
The HCBG By-Laws can be located on the About Us/History page on this website. The link below will take you right to the page. The By-Laws are at the bottom of the page.

HCBG By-Laws

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