Norman Winter - 'The Garden Guy'

No goal is so worthy as to create a garden of Captivating Combinations that will perform for months yet all the while sustaining pollinators. In this seminar Norman Winter ‘The Garden Guy’ will show everyone how to have the ultimate in colorful beauty while at the same time bringing in an abundance of bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. 

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Norman Winter retired in 2018 as Director of the University of Georgia’s Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens in Savannah, GA. He is the author of 4 books, the latest being 'Captivating Combinations Color and Style in the Garden.' Currently he is a national garden columnist with Tribune News Service with articles read coast to coast and frequently in Canada. In Georgia he is featured each week in the Savannah Morning News, Columbus Ledger Enquirer and Augusta Chronicle. 

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The Garden Guy speaks across the country and built quite a following. Here are samples of what others say 

Arkansas “Your presentation to the Jefferson County Arkansas Lawn and Garden Show on tropicals was marvelous. After listening to your presentation and seeing the photos we left feeling we achieve Paradise Found even in zone 8B. 

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Louisiana “Your presentation to the Louisiana State Master Gardener Convention in New Orleans was marvelous. There is an art to putting together really creative and visually stunning containers and you nailed it. You did a great job and again I can’t thank you enough.” 

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Mississippi “Your presentation to Forrest General Hospital on Captivating Combinations is still being talked about and we want you back next year for even more. Thanks for inspiring us in the landscape. 

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Mississippi “Pascagoula Pride members love Norman Winter. We read his books, listen to him on the radio, see him on the news and read him in the local papers. The best way to experience him is in person. He is a passionate and very knowledgeable speaker. A delight for all who attend. No matter what season it is in your garden Norman Winter will inspire you.