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October To Do

Summer is over, and the crisp autumn breeze has officially arrived. Mornings are extra chilly and dew-covered, leaves have started changing colors—browns, reds, oranges, and yellows—and falling off their trees, and our yards and gardens have different needs from us now. Wondering what kind of garden chores you can do this time of year? Check […]

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September To Do

September marks our first little taste of autumn, although most of the month will likely be hot and dry. This month we transition from our summer gardens into cool season-mode. Check out what chores we recommend doing this month: Find all the details and get some great advice in the September Garden Guide. Contact your

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August To Do

August in Arkansas brings with it extreme summer heat, challenging even the most seasoned gardeners. However, with the right strategies, your garden can continue to thrive. The key this month is making sure you are watering your garden well! Keeping up with garden chores can ensure your garden remains productive and healthy during this time

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July To Do

Welcome, summer! It’s getting pretty darn hot out already, and it is not uncommon for plants to slow production when temperatures get over 95° F. Wondering what kind of garden chores you can do this time of year? Find out what chores we recommend doing this month:  Find all the details and get some great

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June To Do

Summer is just around the corner! June brings longer days, ample sunshine, and the perfect conditions for plants to thrive. However, it also introduces scorching temperatures and the need for diligent care. Let’s dive in and learn how to keep our gardens blooming and flourishing throughout the summer! From deadheading to planting warm-season vegetables to

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May To Do

Spring is in full swing this month! The threat of ice and frost is over, and we can wind down our cool-season crops and start thinking about our warm-season vegetables! If you’ve been ready and raring to plant some beautiful flowers in your yard, now’s the time to get that started. The weather is perfect to

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April To Do

Spring has definitely sprung, and our garden needs a lot of attention! Check out the garden chores we recommend doing this month: Find all the details and get some great advice in the April Garden Guide. Contact your agent for advice that’s specific to Carroll County, Arkansas.

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March To Do

March is finally here! We are officially going from winter to spring. As there is still the danger of freezing temperatures, use caution when planting your plants this month. Be sure to keep some protective coverings handy and watch the radar. Spring is here! Are you ready to start gardening? Last month we started our

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February To Do

Winter weather in Arkansas can change so drastically overnight! One day, it will be a lovely 50°F, and the next, there might be a snow storm. February is when we really start seeing those first signs of spring. These signs tell us that springtime in Arkansas is just around the corner, and that means it’s time

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January To Do

Winter vegetables can grow all winter, provided the temperatures don’t drop too low. Keep some covering handy, and if temperatures are predicted below 28°F, you should protect them with an overturned box, pot or row cover. Check out which garden chores we recommend doing this month: Find all the details and get some great advice

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