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Breaking ground It has been one of the prettiest springs on record here in Arkansas. Our gardens have gone from bloom to bloom, and it gets prettier every day. by JANET B. CARSON Special to the Democrat-Gazette - May 4, 2019

JANET B. CARSON: In the Garden Q I was wondering if you have ever seen bumblebees making a nest in a decorative birdhouse? Last summer some bumblebees decided to raise their baby bees in our ... May 4, 2019

Native Bloomers Color from native shrubs is a blaze of color right now. by Janet Carson - May 3, 2019

Master Gardeners Invade Hope! A successful first day to kick off the 2019 MG State Convention in Hope. by Janet Carson - April 29, 2019

Insects in the garden Walk your garden regularly to spot any potential problems. by Janet Carson - April 28, 2019

Checking off to do's A huge list of to-do's when I retired, and I am slowly checking things off the list, but I think the list may be growing. by Janet Carson - April 26, 2019

Flowers, flowers everywhere Whether inside or out, flowers bring cheer! by Janet Carson - April 25, 2019

Happy Easter! It was a beautiful day to celebrate Easter with family. by Janet Carson - April 21, 2019

A very Good Friday Good Friday was the beginning of the Easter weekend, and my birthday. by Janet Carson - April 21, 2019

Cajun's Wharf Revisited You still have a month and a half to walk down memory lane and eat some good seafood. by Janet Carson - April 18, 2019

Texarkana and Hope--Getting Ready I stepped back into my old shoes for a bit helping get ready for the upcoming 2019 State MG Conference. by Janet Carson - April 18, 2019

RIP Martin! Remembering a life well lived and a friend for all time. by Janet Carson - April 15, 2019

Four seasons within a weeks time Whatever type of weather you fancy, you have seen it this week in Arkansas. by Janet Carson - April 14, 2019

Home improvement and maintenance Regardless of how old or new your house, things break or need to be updated. April 13, 2019

Oak pollen is at high levels right now Yellow is a pretty color, unless it is covering your car or patio furniture, or making you sneeze. by Janet Carson - April 11, 2019