Deb Joneck is the person who brings the energy to the game and the inspiration to the team. Known for her “can do” attitude, Deb has spent her career as a servant leader. Whether in her role as an FNGLA chapter leader, on the FNGLA state board or various state committees, Deb shows up. Not only with enthusiasm, but with a game plan, pep talk, critical data and more. 


She has long been an important conduit between the ag industry and local water management districts - always stepping up to help lead local advocacy. Deb is a great cheerleader/drink cart driver for FNGLA chapter golf and fishing tournaments. Her influence benefits many sectors of Florida’s agriculture industry, including nursery and greenhouse, landscape contracting, cattle operations and more. 
Deb not only shows up to make a positive difference, she does so with a fun and friendly manner. Whether she’s sharing important information, advocating on behalf of the industry or telling a wild tale, Deb’s North Carolina drawl brings charm to all her words. She’s never been afraid to speak her mind, yet does so to help clarify situations and keep a positive momentum going.


Deb was celebrating with her FNGLA friends and family at the recent FNGLA Annual Convention in St. Augustine, when she felt weak, eventually being taken by ambulance to the local hospital. She was then airlifted to Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville for the care she needed. Knowing how vibrant and people-loving Deb is, it is hard to think of her as less than her active self and isolated due to a brain hemorrhage. 


While medical diagnosis and care continue for Deb, she has made some progress. She is breathing on her own, has some movement and understanding. While these situations often involve long periods for recovery and rehabilitation, we know Deb will not give up on herself -- and neither will we.
Even with insurance, medical emergencies and long-term care are expensive. Deb is a person who has spent her life giving. We now ask those who can - to give what you can - to help defray these extraordinary costs. All monies will go toward Deb’s medical costs for recovery and needed services for rehabilitation. 


Our goal is for Deb to be back in the game soon – cheering on her FNGLA and Florida agriculture teammates and ready to hit a grand slam! Show her some FNGLA love today. Please donate. 

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​Best of Palm Beach County awards

Last week, The Palm Beach Post presented The Best of Palm Beach County awards, celebrating the businesses both old and new that we've come to rely on.
As for the Post, we've been around for over 100 years. Similar to many other businesses in the county, we've suffered, struggled and survived.
And just like other businesses in Palm Beach County, we need your support to continue serving the county.

​We are very proud that 3 of the winning businesses are all active membersin our Palm Beach chapter!

And the winners, are:
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- A One Stop Garden Shop: Best Garden Center

- Green Team Landscapes: Best Landscaping company

- Everglades Equipment Group: Best Equipment Dealership

​We know it's a mouthful, but our fishing tournament is among the best and baddest! So get your tackle, sunscreen and your good-luck charm and let's go out there and catch some big Fish!
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When: May 15th!
Where: Sailfish Marina, 98 Lake Dr, Palm Beach Shores, FL 33404

Please reserve your spot by clicking the button below:

If you hadn't noticed, some of our FNGLA members excel at golf! Due to Covit-19 restrictions our annual golf tournament had to be postponed but, no worries: The Drive Shack in West Palm Beach mixes a Japanese-style driving range with the fun of a modern Bowling alley!

Take a look at the pictures and check our calendar page regularly and make sure you don't miss out on the fun next time!

Mark your calendars; March 20th.

Come out to West Palm Beach's newest and hottest entertainment venue: Drive Shack West Palm Beach and hang out with your fellow FNGLA professionals for an evening of Eagles, Birdies and maybe a Mulligan or two!

Check the calendar on our main page for time and address updates!

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​FNGLA Palm Beach Chapter and Mounts Botanical Garden, Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden, will host a Winter Plant Sale on February 6 and 7. Guests are welcome to shop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 7. Tickets must be purchased online ahead of the event here.

“Our fall and spring plant sales have historically been very popular, so we decided to add a Winter Sale,” said Mounts curator-director Rochelle Wolberg. “In these very challenging times, our goal is to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for our vendors and the public.”

Visitors can stroll the West Palm Beach garden while shopping for a variety of plants, shrubs, trees, garden accessories, and fine crafts. The Mounts Botanical Garden Nursery and Vintage Thrift Shop will also be open with a variety of plants and unique treasures for home and garden.

Public health and safety remain paramount. Mounts Botanical Garden will adhere to Palm Beach County and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requirements and guidelines by operating at reduced capacity and hosting 40 to 50 vendors outside. Masks will be required.

The 2020 James L Lulfs Award winner is Tim Whelan who was cited for the production of the “Mother Nature Campaign” which is an award-winning series of five public service announcements promoting horticulture in Palm Beach County and was later aired statewide.

As a past vice president of the Palm Beach Chapter, Tim chaired the 'Bylaw Revision Committee'; and for having just organized a successful challenge grant campaign to assist Mounts Botanical Gardens.   

Over almost 30 years, Tim’s business has evolved from buying and selling used nursery pots, to wholesale growing and brokering, and now as owner and operator of Art By Nature Garden Center, Northlake Boulevard.  In his acceptance, Tim spoke expressly to the young attendees and specifically the entrepreneurs saying that all was possible with hard work and fair dealing. ​

Congratulations Tim on your well-deserved award!

On November 24th, several FNGLA professionals came together to film an episode of the popular Florida Discovery Channel's series 'Flip my Florida Yard'.
The challenge consists of doing a total make-over of a family's garden and installing a new landscape following Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ standards.

In a record time of 8 hours, the Wilson family's yard was turned into a tropical paradise, including Florida-Friendly™ plants, a butterfly garden, outdoor shower and even a little 'beach corner.'

We'd like to than the following professionals for their generous donations of material, time and knowledge:

​Special Thanks to:

- Luc Limbourg
www.greenteamllc.com
- Christina Catron
Southern Native Nursery
- Raina and David Adams
A one Stop Garden Shop
- The Friedrich family and Wyatt from
Excelsa Gardens, Inc.
- Randy Spies Handyman Service
- Jason Martinez and crew
www.loxahatcheeirrigationsupply.com 
- Bill Schall from the UF/IFAS extension service
and, of course, Chad and his TV crew from Chad Crawford Entertainment!