Jena Tegeler

In 1971, Betty Byrom and John Sanford’s interracial love faced Georgia’s outdated anti-miscegenation laws — despite their unconstitutionality. Refusing to back down, they enlisted the U.S. Justice Department, leading to legal intervention that helped force Georgia’s compliance with federal law. Their story reshaped state policy and redefined what love and courage could achieve.

Camellias are a remarkable flowering plant–not only for their beauty and endless flower variations–but also because they draw us into the detailed and diverse world of camellia cultivators.

Goizueta Gardens staff collaborated on an exciting conservation effort this past spring to relocate wild and rare orchids to our gardens for preservation.