Calling All Green Thumbs and Civic Champions: Help Plant the Seeds of Pride in Natchez!
As part of the city-wide “Natchez Is Blooming” campaign, Keep Natchez Beautiful is rallying community spirit and calling on volunteers to help plant Caladiums across the city on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The beautification event is in partnership with The City of Natchez and Keep Mississippi Beautiful, aiming to make our town more vibrant, colorful, and inviting.
The main volunteer meet-up begins at 9:00 AM in Memorial Park, located at the corner of Main and Rankin Streets. Come ready to dig in, get your hands dirty, and contribute to a blooming future for Natchez!
Pre-Event Opportunity:
If you’re eager to get involved early, join the de-eyeing of the Caladium bulbs just after the Adams County Master Gardeners meeting at 9:30 AM on May 8th. It’s a great way to connect with fellow garden lovers and prep the plants for their big day!
Volunteer Requirements:
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Closed-toe shoes are mandatory (tennis shoes, sneakers, or boots — no sandals or flip-flops).
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Bring your own gardening gloves and spades/shovels to help with planting.
Recommended Items:
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Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
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Protection against thorns and sun: long sleeves, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
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Water bottles and snacks to stay hydrated and energized.
Whether you’re a master gardener or just someone who loves their city, your hands can help Natchez flourish. Let’s come together, plant some beauty, and show our community pride in full bloom!
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Tracy McCartney at tracywmccartney@gmail.com.
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