Erin Hill
Gadsden County News Service
Clear skies and warm spring weather set the perfect scene on Saturday as the University of Florida/IFAS and Florida A&M University Cooperative Extensions hosted their annual plant sale in Quincy — and the turnout didn’t disappoint.
A community favorite, the event brings together gardening enthusiasts, local farmers, and master gardeners eager to share their expertise and passion for plants.
For the second year in a row, the event drew a steady stream of plant lovers from around the areaThis year’s sale kicked off an hour earlier, opening at 9 a.m., and by noon, dozens of people were still flowing in to browse the rows of greenery.
Tables were packed with a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, ornamentals, and succulents, many of them grown by students in the Master Gardener Program.
In addition to the sale, extension agents and master gardeners will be available to offer guidance on plant care, soil health, and sustainable gardening practices.
Members of the 4-H also contributed to the lush inventory. They also sold sweet treats and freshly squeezed lemonade to keep shoppers fueled up.
Food vendors were also on-site, offering a variety of refreshments to keep visitors energized throughout the day.
Bargain hunters found plenty to smile about, with some plants priced as low as three for a dollar.
The stars of the show? Fruit plants. Blueberry and blackberry bushes flew off the tables and were completely sold out by midday. Only a handful of Satsuma trees remained by the time crowds started to thin.
Also in high demand were the Quincy tomatoes, collard greens, and a colorful mix of pepper plants.
The goal of the event was not just to sell Florida-friendly plants, but to give residents a chance to connect with the local extension offices and learn more about the programs and resources available in Gadsden County.
Proceeds from the sale will go toward supporting the Gadsden County Extension Residential Horticulture Program, through the Gadsden County Extension Education Foundation. The event was made possible by the University of Florida IFAS Extension, Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension, and the Florida Master Gardener Program.
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