Plant species: Magnolia

Magnolia

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Magnolia trees are diverse in leaf shape, plant form, bloom and even include both evergreen and deciduous types. Southern Magnolias and related varieties such as Little Gem (a dwarf form) and Teddy Bear (also smaller than the Southern Magnolia) feature dark green, evergreen leaves, large white, fragrant blooms and is the classic tree that is… Read more »

Collage of Arkansas native pollinators 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

June 23, 2026 • Katie Henson

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 the world go round. Did you know that somewhere between 75% and 95% of all flowering plants on the earth need… Read more »