Pictured is Terry and Cathy Johnson’s home garden. Submitted photo. By Lynn Janaskie Master Gardeners means many things to many people, but basically everyone shares the art of gardening—whether it be flowers, herbs, or vegetables. To some of us, it also brings back good memories and creates new ones. A couple of weeks ago, a dear friend of mine asked me if I wanted some fresh vegetables from her and her
The raised beds at Ouachita Children’s Center are tended by students. Several years ago, Garland County Master Gardeners built six raised beds at Ouachita Children’s Center (OCC), which is located at 339 Charteroak Street. Students housed at OCC helped put the soil in the beds and continue to assist in maintaining them. While students are being taught gardening techniques, the produce is utilized by the kitchen staff in the meals being prepared. Due to funds recently provided by the Coleus Fund, repairs
Bear’s Foot yellow blooms show up in mid- to late summer in clusters of two to five flower heads. By Diane Arington Like most (every?!) gardeners, I love going to browse a good plant nursery. My personal favorite is Pine Ridge Gardens in Dardanelle, AR. One reason being they grow a plethora of native Arkansas plants. In spring 2025, I came home with two Bear’s Foot plants (among others). Something about these little plants captured my
Kathy Weaver’s outdoor Zen den. Photos by Bea Cheesman By Kathy Weaver After moving back to Arkansas as a retiree, I entered a new crossroads where I chose the road less traveled to no longer be a homeowner. There were a lot of pros and cons with this decision. I have always loved working in the yard. From my first childhood zinnia and marigold garden to mowing and raking leaves, how would I
If you’re looking for a deer-resistant plant, give Gloriosa Daisy a try. By Diann Arington Gloriosa daisy, Rudbeckia hirta, is a native plant. I want to share some things I’ve learned from this beauty! They grow from 12-36” tall with a clumping but upright habit and have a coarse texture. The blooms began showing up in early June. I’m told they will bloom June through September with the right conditions. They should be spaced about 1foot apart, and
Beware the Poison Ivy! Know your leaves. By Sharon Dent Have you noticed poison ivy more than normal this year? It seems diffused. Not big clumps but scattered all over. If you come in contact with it, wash your hands and other affected areas within 15 minutes with dishwashing detergent. Do it again. For good measure, wash your hands often with dishwashing detergent even when you are not aware of encountering poison ivy.
These colorful bloomers can take the Arkansas scorching heat: Angelonia, Zinnia, and Mexican sunflower. By Sharon Seals Arkansas in mid-summer is criminally hot. But there are a lot of plants that can take the heat and still look all pretty and innocent. When the state starts to swelter, turn to these habitual bloomers to take the scorch in stride! Multi-colored Angelonia is great for spiking interest in the garden. Deer and rabbit resistant, these get
It’s best to mind your peas and ques when it comes to planting. Some plants are best kept apart, lest they bicker, pout, or stunt each other’s grand botanical ambitions. By Sharon DentChemistry is everything in relationships. True for humans and for plants. Often, indifference is the situation. But sometimes it is love at first sight, or there can be violent clashes too. Making decisions about the layout of a garden can be
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
Thousands of plants will be for sale at the Garden Show. Save the date – Garland County Master Gardeners will be holding their annual Plant Sale and Garden Show one day only on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Garland County Fairgrounds. Entry is free of charge. Plant Sale – Master Gardeners will provide thousands of plants that have all been propagated and grown by
by Susan Koenig Springs around the corner.Our excitement builds. Our need to dig in the dirt will soon be fulfilled. We’re planning our gardens and shopping seed catalogs. We’re preparing our pots and watching video blogs. We’re dreaming of the garden and buying seeds and plants, And figuring how to get rid of the squash bugs and ants! The sun’s rays grow stronger, the rain softens the soil. Soon it will be time to sow and to toil. We love the garden and the work
Mistletoe – a Christmas holiday tradition. By Vivian Walz According to horticulturist Gerald Klingman, there are over 900 species of mistletoe worldwide. Elms are a common host to this obligate parasite (meaning it must be with its host or it will die), but mistletoe may also be found on any number of deciduous trees. It is fairly easy to identify. It grows only on living trees by absorbing water and minerals to survive. These
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“One in a Million” Directed by Itab Azzam & Jack MacInnes Featured in the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival Wednesday | October 14 | 4:30 PM Arlington Hotel Cinema 1 October is here at last, bringing festivals, fall fun, and, hopefully, some cooler days. One of the season’s biggest highlights is the 35th
Greetings, Fellow Travelers, October 2027 carries a powerful Libra-to-Scorpio progression, shifting the collective focus from relationships, balance, and cooperation toward deeper truth, intimacy, transformation, and emotional honesty. Mercury turns retrograde October 7 in Scorpio, encouraging reflection around communication, trust, shared resources, and unresolved emotional matters. Venus enters Scorpio October 8,
Staff member RoMaecia Thomas and daughter Leilani are enjoying Fish-O-Ween at Family Park. By Annie GerberFish-O-Ween Join us for our annual fall festival and fishing derby, Fish-O-Ween, on Saturday, October 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Family Park (215 Family Park Road). All ages are invited to enjoy a
Tinderbox Gallery will launch Room for Strangers, a new curatorial initiative bringing original contemporary artwork into hospitality spaces, this October at Dame Fortune’s Cottage Court in Hot Springs. The inaugural installation features three paintings by Texas artist George Zupp in Room 11. Rooted in the people, humor, and landscapes of
