Ozark Garden Talk (with White River Nursery)

From drought and heat swings to soggy low spots, rocky hillsides, privacy screens, and confusing soil conditions, the team shares practical, experience-based advice for creating resilient, lower-maintenance gardens that still support pollinators and wildlife. Along the way, they talk native plants, smart design, mixed plantings, rain garden strategies, and why observation and patience matter just...

Check out our show notes @https://www.whiterivernursery.com/ozarkgardentalk for all the details including links! Late-winter in the Ozarks can feel like spring one day and deep-freeze the next—so in Episode 14, Sarah, Charity, and Alex share what you should do now (soil prep, compost + mulch, weeding, soil testing, and planting cold-hardy crops like onions, cole crops, and bare-root strawberries)...

Check out the full show notes with images of all the plants here: https://www.whiterivernursery.com/oza... In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk, Sarah, Charity, and Alex get you in planning mode with a peek at the plants they’re most excited to bring in this season. Consider it your early-bird guide to what’s coming before the trucks start rolling. They share what they’re watching for, what they’r...

❄️ Winter doesn’t have to mean a boring garden! In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk , Sarah, Charity, and Alex explore plants that bring beauty, structure, and wildlife value to the winter landscape. From evergreen hollies and colorful red twig dogwoods to winter berries, ornamental grasses, and hellebores, the team shares their favorite picks for four-season interest in the Ozarks—plus practical...

In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk , Sarah, Charity, and Alex get real about growing fruit trees in Northwest Arkansas—why peaches and plums break your heart, which apples and pears actually stand a chance, and how rootstocks, pruning, and disease pressure shape your success. They share practical, experience-based advice on choosing varieties, managing cedar apple rust and fire blight, and setti...

Check out our full show notes on our website at https://www.whiterivernursery.com/ozarkgardentalkAs October rolls in, we explore the folklore, stories, and “plant magic” traditions woven into Ozark life. From persimmon seeds and buckeyes to witch trees, elderberries, ginseng, and more, Sarah, Charity, and Alex mix personal memories with researched lore. You’ll be inspired to look at the plants aro...

Check out our full show notes @ https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1 🌻 In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk, Sarah, Charity, and Alex round up the most-asked fall gardening questions—from asters, bulbs, and mulch to dividing perennials and planting fall veggies. 🐛 They also share tips for supporting migratory birds and give a sneak peek at our Oct 25 Native & Creative Community Market....

See our full show notes with images on our website: https://www.whiterivernursery.com/post/ozark-garden-talk-episode-8-autumn-gardening-in-the-ozarks-fall-planting-favorites🍂 Fall is almost here, and the Ozark Garden Talk crew is ready! In this episode, Sarah, Charity, and Alex share what they’re planting for autumn—from brilliant black gums and daffodil bulbs to native bluestem grasses and vibur...

Check out our show notes at https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1 In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk , hosts Sarah McCue (Owner), Charity Cox (Event Coordinator & Plant Buyer), and Alex Royce (General Manager) answer the most common summer gardening questions. From watering tips and heat-loving plants to pesky squash bugs and weed control, they share their own experiences and practical ad...

Check out our show notes @https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk, Sarah, Charity, and Alex dig into all things pollinators in honor of National Pollinator Week. From the shocking decline in Monarch butterflies to practical ways you can help restore habitat in your own yard, the team covers native plants, keystone species, and simple changes that support bees,...

In this listener-driven episode of Ozark Garden Talk, we dive into your gardening questions and highlight our favorite foolproof plants—those that stand the test of Ozark heat, clay soil, and unpredictable moisture levels. They cover everything from native soil builders and fence line groundcovers to the top shrubs and perennials that thrive with minimal fuss.

Find the full show notes here! In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk, Sarah McCue (Owner), Charity Cox (Plant Buyer), and Alex Royce (General Manager) dive into their favorite spring bloomers—from natives to garden classics, shade lovers to ground covers. Alongside lively anecdotes and practical advice, they explore plant performance, design pairings, and even a few surprises in their own gardens....

**Unfortunately, we experienced an error with our video approximately 3 minutes in. The audio was unaffected, so you can still listen to the entire episode. ** Check out website show notes at https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1 for pictures of the plants we discussed today and links to more information about them! In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk with White River Nursery, hosts Sarah McCu...

In this episode of Ozark Garden Talk, Sarah, Charity, and Alex share their biggest gardening fails—from unexpected Bermuda grass takeovers to mulch gone wrong. Learn from their mistakes and get real-life insights into what works (and what doesn’t) in an Ozark garden. Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a reminder that even experienced gardeners get it wrong sometimes! 🌱🎧Check out our blog for show...

Check out website show notes at https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1 for pictures of the plants we discussed today and links to more information about them! Episode Summary In our very first episode of Ozark Garden Talk with White River Nursery, hosts Sarah McCue (owner), Charity Cox (event coordinator and plant buyer), and Alex Royce (general manager) share the new and noteworthy plants they’...