1655 - Spring Wildflowers of the Granite Outcrops of Georgia

Georgia is home to 90% of the Southeastern Piedmont’s granite outcrops, one of the most endangered and botanically interesting natural communities in the US.  Students will be introduced to the ecology, habitats, and plant communities of the granite outcrop ecosystem during an interpretive hike. As the mountain wakes up for a long cold winter, we will celebrate spring wildflowers on the outcrop and learn more about their life histories, adaptations, and resiliency as they survive and thrive in this challenging yet beautiful place. This will be an entirely field-based course on a multi-hour hike.

Please note that this class is located outside of the Athens area.

This class is an elective course for the Certificate in Native Plants.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Certificate in Native Plants : Certificate in Native Plants Electives