Plants

And the Heat is ON! Ready for a break and some rain. Rain is on the horizon, and after our wet spring, I can't believe I am asking for more now. by Janet Carson - July 13, 2019

In the Garden: Give trumpet vines full sun and ignore them Q: I have a 3 -year-old trumpet vine I bought as a tiny plant from our local Master Gardeners sale. As of now, it has never bloomed. The vine grows but no bloom... by Janet B. Carson Special to the Democrat-Gazette - July 13, 2019

It is summer in Arkansas! The heat and humidity are high, so gardening chores need to happen early in the day. by Janet Carson - July 8, 2019

More rain, good garden growth They say April showers bring May flowers, but what about June gushers? by Janet Carson - June 24, 2019

Radio show and I was stumped I haven't done radio in a while, so it was fun to visit with Kerry McCoy on her show and talk about gardening. by Janet Carson - June 13, 2019

Herbal Adventures Learning is a lifelong process. From herbs to botanical information, the day was a wealth of information. by Janet Carson - June 9, 2019

IN THE GARDEN: Turning pink hydrangeas blue Q I am trying to turn my pink hydrangeas blue. I know it all has to do with the pH of the soil. My hydrangea bush is nestled nicely under a cedar tree, has been... June 8, 2019

Gardening All of our rain has gardens growing well (unless they are flooded), but weeds are growing too. So many things to do in the garden. by Janet Carson - June 6, 2019

IN THE GARDEN: Battling bag worms starts with identifying the pests Q We live near Roland and have had this cherry tree growing on the north side of the house for more than 25 years and have fought bagworms every year. This year... by Janet B. Carson - May 25, 2019

Chelsea Flower Show 2019 A spectacular day filled with flowers and gardens at the 2019 Chelsea Flower Show. So many ideas. by Janet Carson - May 24, 2019

Ham House and Kew Gardens A second perfect day in London touring Ham and Kew Gardens. by Janet Carson - May 23, 2019

London, England and Wisley Gardens An easy flight over and day one of our England/Chelsea trip is in the bag. Wisley Gardens were wonderful. by Janet Carson - May 22, 2019

Looks aren't everything Just above busy West Markham Street in Little Rock, there's a fragrant and calming oasis that many stressed-out residents don't even know exists. And it has exi... by JANET B. CARSON SPECIAL TO THE DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE - May 18, 2019

IN THE GARDEN: Janet answers readers' questions on roses, hickory tree leaves and more Each of today's questions includes a photo. by Janet Carson - May 18, 2019

Goumi Berry an unusual fruit An unusual name for a pretty plant. May 12, 2019