Plants

Some stumpers this week in the mystery plant challenge Even though there were two difficult plants this week, I was impressed with the guesses! by Janet Carson - January 18, 2021

From the ground up — The soil can make all the difference in healthy, thriving plants Gardeners can get pretty excited when choosing flowers or vegetables for their gardens, but to have success with growing, you need a strong foundation — and tha... by Janet B. Carson - January 16, 2021

IN THE GARDEN: Mild weather has spared non winter-hardy plants Q I live near Cave City, a small town about 15 miles north of Batesville. I have three raised beds that are 4-by-12-by-1. I have packaged garden soil in them. T... by Janet B. Carson - January 16, 2021

Mystery plants all from England this week Three out of 4 plants were well-known by Arkansas gardeners this week, but there was one stumper. by Janet B. Carson - January 10, 2021

IN THE GARDEN: Take samples of removed plants to identify issue and course of action Q I live in Northwest Arkansas. After three years of unsuccessfully fighting scale and what I think is web blight fungus on the hollies in front of our house (e... by Janet B. Carson - January 9, 2021

Last mysteries of 2020 solved Ending on a high note, I will start with new plants this week. by Janet Carson - January 4, 2021

A New Year! A new year, a new start to the garden! by Janet Carson - January 4, 2021

IN THE GARDEN: Thriving money tree might benefit from larger container, but it can wait Q I received a money tree plant when my mother passed away in March. She was an avid gardener, which makes having a plant in her memory very special. So far it ... by Janet B. Carson - January 2, 2021

OPINION | JANET B. CARSON: Breaking Ground It is a new day and a new year, and I think everyone is ready for a clean slate. It is a great time to take stock of last year's garden and make plans for the c... by Janet B. Carson - January 2, 2021

Three mystery plants from across the world that would do well in Arkansas From Vietnam, to Ireland and France, this week's mystery plants should all grow in Arkansas. by Janet B. Carson - December 27, 2020

The Christmas Star A major solar event happened this year, that hasn't happened in 800 years. by Janet Carson - December 27, 2020

IN THE GARDEN: Amaryllis will attempt to grow regardless of conditions Q A friend gave me an amaryllis kit that came in a cardboard box. When I opened it, the plant had already begun to grow, and some of the leaves were somewhat cu... by Janet B. Carson - December 26, 2020

The holiday season is in full swing! Just a bit different this year It may not be the usual hustle and bustle, but it is similar. by Janet B. Carson - December 21, 2020

Travel inspired mystery plants I may not actually be traveling, but going back and looking at pictures of past trips is the next best thing! by Janet B. Carson - December 21, 2020

Kit and caboodle — Gardening kits make for great gifts as we huddle indoors Since so many people are staying close to home this year, home gardening has gained in popularity. Arkansans are branching out and trying a host of new gardenin... by Janet B. Carson - December 19, 2020