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The Dirt on Proven Winner Plants

  You may have seen the iconic white pots with the Proven Winner logo on them and wondered what makes them special.  They were one of the first recognizable plant brands.  The power behind the brand is their success; as they put it ‘every Proven Winner plant is selected for beauty, reliability and garden success.’ … Read more »

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2026 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Gardeners

We have been stocking up, getting ready for the spring season, and lucky for you, just in time for the Valentine’s Day holiday!  Check out a few of our favorite gift ideas for gardeners.  And remember, we also offer Good Earth gift cards! Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Gardeners Our Good Earth Good Birds!  These… Read more »

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Landscape Lighting Tips

  Keep reading past special details for landscape lighting tips, including how it can increase your home value, add safety and more. Fall 2025 Special! Regularly $3,200 Special Package Price $2,600 Our Base Model Lighting System comes with all the essential installation features you will need to brighten your home and create a cozy atmosphere… Read more »

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Adding Landscape Interest with Ornamental Grasses

  What is an ornamental grass? Ornamental grasses are showy grasses, usually grown for their plumes, which is what grass blooms are called.  They may also be chosen for leaf color or features; such as zebra grass and purple fountain grass. Plumes usually start appearing in late summer into early fall and last throughout the… Read more »

All about MUMS!

  Nothing says fall like mums! These mum plants are a seasonal favorite for porches, gardens, and fall décor. Ever wonder how long it will take a mum to bloom out? Or whether it’s better to buy tightly budded mums or ones already showing color? Keep reading for a full guide on bloom timing, mum… Read more »

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7 Best Fruit Trees in Arkansas

  Choosing what fruit trees to grow in Arkansas is really about picking varieties that can handle the local climate. Peach, apple, pear, plum, fig, persimmon, and pecan are some of the best fruit trees here because they grow reliably in the heat and humidity. If you are just starting out, you do not need… Read more »

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New Arrivals – Unique Japanese Maples and Evergreens

We are excited to share more about the truckload of Japanese maples and evergreens, including unique Japanese maple varieties, evergreen topiaries, small new-to-us plants perfect for container plantings.  This shipment also included very large specimens of slow growing varieties like Lion’s Head Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum ‘Shishigashira’).  Tiny plants, perfect for bonsai, were also a… Read more »

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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 »