UADA White County - Master Gardeners

06/02/2026

🌸 Registration is now OPEN! 🌸

Join us on October 8, 2026, for Seasonal Floral Inspiration with Chris Norwood at the White County Extension Office!

Chris Norwood, AIFD, PFCI, AAF, will share creative ideas, floral design inspiration, and beautiful seasonal arrangements perfect for the holiday season. This is shaping up to be a wonderful day for gardeners, floral enthusiasts, and anyone who loves creativity and flowers!

📍 White County Extension Office
📅 October 8, 2026
💲 $40 registration fee

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!

We would love to see our Master Gardeners and friends there — feel free to share this post with others who may be interested! 🌿💐

05/26/2026

Registration is open for our Master Gardener Seminar featuring Chris Norwood. Help us spread the word.

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

Arkansas Garden Tip After Heavy Rains 🌧️

One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make after a rainy stretch is rushing outside to fertilize, spray, till, or mow too soon.

When soils stay saturated:
• plant roots need oxygen
• turfgrass becomes stressed
• diseases can spread more easily
• and muddy soils compact very quickly under foot traffic or equipment

After several rainy days:
🌱 Give lawns and gardens time to dry out
🌱 Delay mowing if the yard is still soft or leaving ruts
🌱 Avoid overwatering “just because it’s summer”
🌱 Scout plants carefully before assuming every yellow leaf needs fertilizer
🌱 Watch tomatoes and roses closely for fungal diseases after extended leaf wetness

Sometimes the best thing we can do for plants is simply be patient and let conditions improve naturally.

Arkansas weather keeps gardeners humble! 😊

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05/15/2026

🌺 FREE CANNA DIVISIONS! 🌺

One of our White County Master Gardeners recently divided a large patch of red cannas and generously donated the extras for others to enjoy!

They are currently sitting by the front door of the White County Extension Office and are FREE for anyone who would like to stop by and pick some up. Please help yourself while supplies last!

Cannas are great for adding bold color and tropical-looking foliage to the landscape during the summer months. They love sunshine and heat! ☀️

A big thank you to our Master Gardeners for always sharing plants, knowledge, and generosity with our community!

05/15/2026

Worm composting or vermicomposting is a great way to compost food scraps. It is suitable for apartment dwellers and homeowners, and it makes a great classroo...

05/09/2026

Our White County Master Gardeners were up bright and early this morning volunteering at the White County 4-H O-Rama!

A big thank you to Freda, Vicky, Stephanie, Barbara, Nayeli, and Marli for giving their time and talents to help make today’s event a success. These volunteers assisted with Entomology, Forestry, Horticulture, Poultry, and scoring as 4-H members from across the county competed and learned.

We are so thankful for Master Gardeners who continue to invest in our youth and support educational opportunities in White County. Their willingness to serve behind the scenes helps these events run smoothly and creates a positive experience for our 4-H’ers.

Thank you ladies for representing the White County Master Gardener program so well this morning! 🌱🍀🐞🐔🌳

05/09/2026

Congratulations to Madalyn Johnson, recipient of the White County Master Gardener Agriculture Scholarship, recognized tonight during the Senior Awards Assembly at White County Central School! 🌱🎓

Pictured with Madalyn is White County Master Gardener Janice Stewart. We are proud to invest in the future of agriculture and support outstanding students in our community as they pursue their educational goals.

Best wishes to Madalyn as she begins this exciting new chapter. Your White County Master Gardeners are cheering you on! 💚

05/08/2026

Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum)
ACUTELY TOXIC! Dangerous for animals and humans to ingest or touch!
- FLOWERS: spread flower clusters
- HEIGHT: up to 6 ft
- STEMS: typically purple splotched, hairless, hollow
- FRUITS: no bristles/barbs