Arkansas Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc.

05/25/2026

As Memorial Day approaches, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

We are grateful for their sacrifice.

05/21/2026

The Pawpaw tree is one of Arkansas’s most interesting native species.

It produces the largest edible fruit native to North America and thrives in woodland settings. Pawpaw trees also support pollinators and native wildlife.

Have you ever tried pawpaw fruit?

05/16/2026

Sweetgum trees are common across Arkansas and easy to recognize by their star-shaped leaves.

They provide shade, wildlife habitat, and seasonal color, while playing an important role in local forests.

Do you have sweetgum trees near your home?

05/12/2026

Pollinators are essential to agriculture and healthy ecosystems.

Planting native species like milkweed, black-eyed Susan, and coneflower can help support bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

What pollinators are you seeing this spring?

05/09/2026

As temperatures rise, conserving water becomes even more important.

Watering early in the morning, mulching garden beds, and checking for leaks can help protect resources while keeping plants healthy.

What water-saving tips work best for you?

05/05/2026

Purple coneflower is a hardy native plant that thrives in Arkansas.

It attracts bees and butterflies, tolerates heat, and adds long-lasting color to gardens and pollinator spaces.

Have you planted any native flowers this spring?

05/03/2026

May is one of the busiest gardening months in Arkansas.

This is a great time to plant warm-season crops like tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, beans, and okra. Healthy gardens can help support families, communities, and local food access.

What are you planting this season?

05/01/2026

Hello, May!

Across Arkansas, gardens are growing, fields are active, and communities are preparing for a productive season. May is a reminder that progress often starts with planting seeds, building partnerships, and taking small steps forward.

What are you working on this month?

04/27/2026

We are excited to announce that we will be at the Learning Fields this Weekend during The Learning Fields at Chaffee Crossing Plant sale.. We will be selling a host of trees at fabulous prices.

04/23/2026

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We are excited to announce that we will be at the Learning Fields this Weekend during The Learning Fields at Chaffee Crossing Plant sale.. We will be selling a host of trees at fabulous prices.