Get to know your natives Story and Photo by Mary Russell-Evans I often wonder what other folks think of when they think about Arkansas. Razorbacks? Swamps? BBQ? Music? Mosquitos? As a child of the Ozarks, a totally different image comes to my mind. I think of the natural beauty I grew up with outside, climbing …
A master gardener majestic masterpiece Story by Susan Jasan Graceful. Stately. Exquisite. These words define this refined Southern home and its landscape. The landscape is especially unique because the owners, Deb and David Short, believe that if a plant doesn’t provide food for one of nature’s creatures, then it doesn’t have a home in the …
A southern summer garden staple Story and Photos by Susan Jasan As temperatures begin to warm, it’s really easy to get the spring fever. It’s time to start visiting local garden centers, nurseries and home improvement stores to check out what’s new for the garden. Annuals are starting to really fill in and will be …
Common problems in Arkansas warm-season vegetable gardens Story by Lisa D. Martin Gardening is a very popular hobby in Arkansas. The thrill of growing fresh vegetables coupled with the success of being able to not only feed a family, but have produce to share with extended family and friends or sell at farmers’ markets and …
A gardener profile of Paul Pilkington Story and Photos by Dwain Hebda When asked about his favorite flower, Paul Pilkington of Little Rock paused to ponder the question. “You know those plants that you can buy, the 4-inch pots of flowers?” he replied. “Anything where I can watch that little thing spread out to a …
Story and Photos by David Longron Does a plant that needs very little care, is rarely is bothered by insects or diseases, and blooms profusely in spring sound good to you? If so, you might want to consider Weigela. Several varieties are available with colors ranging from white to deep red to tricolor. There are …
Memoirs of a Nursery Woman Story and Photo by Mary Russell-Evans Sometimes it seems that cabin fever is replaced by spring fever. Onset usually occurs immediately upon recovery from the former. Unfortunately, while under the influence, some of us forget how to behave and play well with others – particularly in the nurseries. Spring has …
Give careful thought and planning to what you plant by the street Story and Photos by Susan Jasan As a garden spills over the curb, there seems to be a sort of magic that draws the viewer toward the landscape. The lushness of Lantana exploding in full sun with colorful blooms and butterflies dancing all …
This smaller space demonstrates simple can be beautiful Story and Photos by Dwain Hebda Laura Hathaway’s Little Rock yard is a study in simplicity, favoring classic, elegant design and featuring heirloom plants. You won’t find one of everything here and that’s by design according to this master gardener. “My gardens bloom white – hydrangeas, azaleas, …
Growing cherry tomatoes in your Arkansas garden Story by Lisa D. Martin Cherry tomatoes, like their large-fruited siblings, are members of the nightshade family, related to Irish potatoes, eggplant, and peppers. While originally grown for ornamental purposes, since they were thought to be poisonous, an estimated ninety to 95 percent of today’s home gardens grow …
