Story by David Longron A long-time favorite, clematis (usually pronounced kle-MATIS in the South, but actually, proper pronunciation is KLEM-atis) is a flowering vine that is sometime disparaged as “overused.” The reason that it is used so frequently is because few others can match its showy, sometimes up to 6 inches across, flowers that bloom …
Growing her own Eden Story and Photo by Celia Roe Lou Ellen Treadway, a Little Rock native, graduated from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville with a degree in English. Then, 20 years later, she decided to pursue a second degree in anthropology, which she earned at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock, in 1984. …
Take a peek at this garden of beauty in Bentonville Story by Susan Jasan To wander through the Bentonville garden of Tami Bever is an experience in the magical. Throughout the garden one finds delightful surprises. Tami artistically utilizes plants to frame the whimsical “pictures” she creates. Even the tiniest spaces are brimming with charm. …
A selection of interesting and beautiful plants to grow in Arkansas Story and Photos by Garry V. McDonald The horticulture office crew recently elevated me to the status of “Plant Geek Extraordinaire”: not just your everyday plant geek, mind you. A common symptom of plant geekiness is seeking out new and interesting plants to learn …
A quick guide to summer vegetable gardening in Arkansas Story by Lisa D. Martin, Photos by Bob Westerfield Arkansas can be a gardener’s paradise, thanks to long spring and summer seasons. In general, many of the popular garden crops can be planted and harvested through at least six months of the year (April through October). …
Story by David Longron The coral bark Japanese maple is often overlooked in favor of its many crimson-leafed cousins. Fall colors range from golden yellow to a bright orange, and the leaves tend to persist on the branches for some time. In winter this little tree really begins to steal the show in the garden. …
Worms are his secret weapon Story and Photos by Dwain Hebda There’s not a whole lot that meets the eye at Ed and Pat Griffin’s sprawling gardens that the couple didn’t build, plant, or tend themselves – from the gurgling water feature to the rows of vegetables to the riotous color of their daylilies. And …
How to liven up your shade garden with a little color Story and Photos by Yvonne Lelong Bordelon In Louisiana, shade gardens are prized for the green coolness they offer on hot, humid summer days – places to sit and relax while sipping a cool drink. A garden in shade can be lovely when planted …
Story and Photos by Yvonne Lelong Bordelon The sight of the masses of hot pink flowers that cover the bare branches of Taiwan cherry trees in late winter definitely chases the blues away. Hummingbirds, honeybees, and butterflies hurry to sip the nectar. Small cherries soon follow and before they fully ripen, songbirds gobble them up. …
Create a space to spark children’s imagination Story and Photos by Cindy Shapton Children seem to have a natural love of the outdoors, a connection if you will. As parents and grandparents, we can nurture that love by spending time and providing opportunities to experience what nature has to offer. One way is to incorporate …
