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Plant species: Lavender

Lavender

Lavender

There are dozens of species of lavender and both flowers and foliage play a role in determining the worthiness of a particular variety of lavender. Some have large or unusual flower heads; some feature outstanding foliage with interesting color or shape. Young lavender leaves are green and age to a silvery-gray color. Flowers and foliage… Read more »

Collage of Arkansas native pollinator plants on a black background, including various bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, bats, a hummingbird, and an oriole, with each pollinator labeled in white text.

Pollinator Deep Dive: Native Plants, Host Plants, and Nectar Rich Plants

Pollinator plants play an important role in supporting the bees, butterflies, birds, and other creatures that help our gardens thrive. And we love pollinators! Not only are they beautiful and fun to spot out in your garden – especially a vibrantly colored butterfly or a cute little fuzzy bee – but they kind of make… Read more »