Wandering western Georgia next month, Road Trips Gardener? Schedule a stop from 10 a.m. ’til noon December 14, 2013, and take part in a Christmas topiary workshop at Hills & Dales Estate 1916 Hills and Dales Drive LaGrange, Georgia (map).

Floral artist Jerry Rigby will help you create a Christmas topiary suitable for your dining room table or as decoration for your mantel.

Topiaries will be handmade using OASIS® Floral Foams and fresh greens, then decorated with holiday themed accessories. (Bring clippers if you travel with ’em.) All other supplies will be provided. Cost is $35 per person.

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