Watering and Soil
Summer Landscape Pests
As usually, summer had brought a plethora of plant diseases and detrimental insects to landscapes in central Arkansas. It’s time to walk through your landscape and address issues before the heat sets in and further exacerbates possible infections of both diseases and insect infestations. Many landscape pests can be prevented with proper watering and plant… Read more »
How to Water Smarter!
More water means healthier plants, right? Um, 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 the correct quantity of water…plants grow, roots stay healthy, and all is well. But as we all know, not all soils in… 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.
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 »
How to Use a Broadcast Spreader
In order for lawn chemicals to work properly, you have to apply them properly! Start by figuring out how many square feet your lawn by multiplying length times width. Read the chemical bag to find out how much to apply per square foot. If your spreader type is listed on the bag then it’s simple! … Read more »
Getting to Know Your Soil
Get to know your soil and learn the role that soil type plays in proper planting.
Fall Combination Planters
Learn how to get color all season long with these fall combo pot tips