Master Gardeners’ plant sale features annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, and ornamental plants grown by Master Gardener volunteers.
By Sherry Davis
Garden enthusiasts and community members alike are invited to attend the upcoming April 25 Plant Sale and Garden Show, from 9 AM – 4 PM at the Garland County Fairgrounds. This event is designed to celebrate gardening, share knowledge, and help residents grow thriving landscapes at home.
Hosted by the local University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service Garland County Master Gardener Program, the event will feature a wide variety of plants suitable for Arkansas gardens. Visitors can browse and purchase annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, and ornamental plants grown by Master Gardener volunteers.
The plant sale is a highlight for many local gardeners because it offers high-quality plants along with expert advice. Master Gardeners will be available throughout the event to answer questions about plant selection, soil preparation, pest management, and landscape design. Whether someone is planting their first flower bed or expanding an established garden, attendees can receive helpful tips tailored to the region’s climate and growing conditions.
In addition to the plant sale, the Garden Show will include educational displays and demonstrations focused on practical gardening techniques. Topics may include pollinator-friendly plants, vegetable gardening, composting, and water-wise landscaping. These exhibits provide an opportunity for visitors to learn new skills and discover ways to make their gardens both beautiful and sustainable.
Also included in the garden show are vendors who will be selling their wares. Vendors range from nursery plants and yard art to home-grown and home-produced foods, soaps, and other specialty products.
Proceeds from the sale help provide scholarships, support gardening projects, and educational outreach programs conducted through the Master Gardener volunteers. These initiatives often include youth gardening programs and horticulture education that benefit the entire community.
Gardeners are encouraged to arrive early for the best selection of plants. Whether visitors come looking for unique varieties, helpful gardening advice, or simply a chance to enjoy a day focused on growing and learning, the April 25 Plant Sale and Garden Show promises something for everyone.
For gardeners across the area, it’s the perfect way to kick off the spring planting season.
Sherry Davis is the 2026 President of Garland County Master Gardeners and Plant Sale and Garden Show Coordinator.
