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Seasonal Tips

Summer Landscape Pests

We have been seeing a little bit of everything this summer.  One thing is for sure, due to our warm, damp spring, and fairly mild summer, plant diseases and detrimental insect populations have flourished throughout landscapes in central Arkansas.  It’s time to walk through your landscape and address issues before the heat sets in and… Read more »

How to Control Lawn Weeds

Tired of fighting weeds in your Zoysia or Bermuda grass lawn?  Follow these tips to wipe out weeds!   Prevent weeds: First of all, it’s NEVER too late and NEVER to early to prevent weeds!  Pre-emerge products are formulated to prevent weed seeds from germinating or sprout; and since weeds germinate at all different soil… Read more »

All About Hostas

Looking for a tough yet beautiful, easy to care for, lush perennial… then look no further than hostas as your garden staple! The Facts: Hostas are a leafy perennial that come in a wide variety of colors, textures, shapes and sizes! They are an excellent choice for patios, borders, rock gardens, and containers! Hostas range… Read more »

Soil pH. Why does it matter?

Why does it matter? 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 strong, they might as well be called requirements.  Ignoring plant needs such as soil pH could result in plant decline, all the way up… Read more »

Chemical Labels

Read how to get tools ready for spring and tips on taking care of your chemicals.

What is an Arkansas Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional?

Arkansas Green Industry The Arkansas Green Industry Association, AGIA (formerly the Arkansas Nurserymen), is a professional trade organization dedicated to serving the Green Industry and the advancement of horticulture in the State of Arkansas. About the Arkansas Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional Program As stated on the Arkansas Green Industry website, the Arkansas Certified Nursery… Read more »