This is a yew that is at least 30 years old. Part of the back corner was yellow/dying, and when I went to go prune out the ...

Weather has definitely been a topic for Arkansans this year. From the winter deep freeze damage to horrific tornadoes and storms — and a cooler and wetter April — there is a lot to talk about.

I don't think we could have had a prettier ending to May than we did — mild temperatures and clear blue skies. Now, if that could just continue for another few months. That would be ideal.

June was already way too hot and dry for my tastes, so who knows what July will bring. Watering is of paramount importance this month. To trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, fruits and vegetables ...