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Author: Jennifer Gibson

Fall Armyworm Control in Arkansas

Effective Fall Armyworm Control in Arkansas Lawns They may be called fall armyworms but they usually show up during July in central and southern Arkansas.  We are seeing fall armyworm damage right now, early September, here in Little Rock. As with most pests, it’s helpful to understand the life cycle, preferred plant hosts and symptoms… Read more »

A woman in jeans and a yellow shirt crouches on a wooden deck, spraying water from a hose toward purple flowers, with water splashing in front of her face.

Staying Safe in the Summer Heat

Staying Safe in the Summer Heat Being weather-aware comes naturally to most of us in this industry and other primarily outdoor industries.  However, our co-worker Lily Claire is really, really into weather and does her own research from numerous sources.  She is the author of this blog post; it’s information she sent out to our… Read more »

How to Water Smarter!

Waterwise gardening is all about giving your plants the right amount of water at the right time, especially during hot Arkansas summers. More water means healthier plants, right? Uhm, no.  The relationship between soil and water is even more important than the quantity of water.  The perfect situation for plants is well draining soil and… Read more »

colorful begonias in bloom showing different types of begonias

All About Begonias

Begonias are one of our most popular plants and there are so many to choose from!  Each has unique characteristic and therefore, different purposes in the landscape (or home).  As we approach the spring planting season, we thought you might want to learn more about these versatile, eye-catching and easy to grow plants. Wax Begonia… Read more »

Prevent & Control Fungus in Landscapes

Learn how to prevent and control fungus in landscape and lawn areas from the experts at The Good Earth Garden Center.

Colorful Annuals that Love the Heat!

  Cora Cascade Vinca (shown above in Bright Rose color) This has quickly become one of our favorite plants for many reasons!  It has all the wonderful characteristics of regular upright vinca, such as consistent blooming, thrives in heat and sun, AND requires less water than many other warm season annuals. The Cora series of… Read more »

Bright purple clematis flowers with yellow centers bloom in sunlight, surrounded by green leaves.

The Right Vine for the Right Space

What is a vine plant? The definition of a vine is a plant whose stem requires support to climb, twine, or attach to in order to grow upwards or outwards. It can also mean a plant that creeps across the ground.  There are well-behaved vines that grow at a slower pace and aggressive vines that… Read more »

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Our Good Earth Garden Mural

Our Good Earth Garden Mural We did a thing; a big thing and actually our friend and artist Brennan Henson created it! We feel very fortunate to know Brennan; she worked with us for a bit before moving on to her true calling of full time artist. A mural has long been on our must-have… Read more »