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Author: Jennifer Gibson

A person holds several freshly harvested, soil-covered potatoes in their cupped hands, with green plants and earth visible in the background.

How to Grow Potatoes in a Growing Bag or Container

Yes, potatoes can be grown in containers or in fabric growing bags with great success! Here are some of the advantages: Uses Less Space You Can Create Your Own Good Soil Allows the Roots to Spread Out Easier to Add Layers of Soil as It Grows Allows You to Move Your Plants Easily to Follow… Read more »

cool season vegetables growing in a garden bed

Cool Season Veggies

Cool season vegetables are some of the first crops gardeners can grow each year, thriving in cooler temperatures and tolerating light frosts. These vegetables grow best in late winter and early spring, making them ideal for gardeners in Arkansas who want an early harvest. Knowing when and how to plant cool season vegetables helps ensure… Read more »

Rows of vibrant leafy plants with bright yellow-green and dark green leaves grow inside a greenhouse with a curved, translucent roof

Houseplant Pest Control

Houseplants bring beauty and life to any indoor space, but they are also vulnerable to pests that can damage their health and appearance. Effective houseplant pest control is essential to ensure they not only survive but thrive. Fortunately, there are several methods to prevent and control pests on houseplants, ranging from natural remedies to chemical… Read more »

Close-up of a pink African violet plant in bloom, surrounded by other African violets with purple and white flowers, all in small pots on a woven tray.

Introduction to African Violet Growing

African Violets have stood the test of time as being a favorite house plant and gift to the flower lovers in your life. Known for their deep, velvety foliage and gorgeous pops of colors in their blooms. From the looks of this small and elegant plant, you may be intimidated to start your collection, but… Read more »

A hand holds four seed packets—sunflower, squash, broccoli, and zinnia—next to a green garden trowel labeled Dig In and a 50-pot greenhouse kit box, perfect for starting seeds indoors.

Starting Seeds Indoors: A Step by Step Guide

Are you wanting to break the winter blues by starting your garden early? Curious about how to start seeds indoors or what to do and when? Starting seeds indoors is a very rewarding way to grow your garden vegetables and flowers alike. So why would you want to start with your own seeds?  There are… Read more »

A red and white Soil Test Kit box by Soilkit sits beside a green Rapitest pH Soil Tester package on a wooden tray with plants in the background, highlighting why soil pH matters for healthy plant growth.

Soil pH. Why does it matter?

Why does it matter? If you’ve ever wondered how to test pH of soil, the first step is understanding why soil pH is importany in the first place. Soil pH should matter to all of us because it matters to plants.  Many plants, from trees to shrubs, from perennials to turfgrasses, have pH preferences so… Read more »

A garden display features numerous shiny blue ceramic spheres on wooden tables, surrounded by colorful blooming flowers and green plants, with a decorative metal sign visible in the background.

Gift Ideas for Gardeners!

  Most of us have a gardener in our lives and they may or may not feel like planting that perfect plant this time of year. So here are some gift ideas for gardeners, some enhance gardens, some pamper gardeners, and some make gardening easier.  Some just let them know you understand and appreciate how… Read more »