About Ozark Garden Talk (with White River Nursery)
Ozark Garden Talk with White River Nursery is your friendly, local guide to growing and thriving in the unique climate of the Ozarks. Hosted by nursery owner Sarah McCue, alongside plant buyer/event coordinator Charity Cox and general manager Alex Royce, each episode highlights native plants, seasonal gardening tips, and eco-friendly landscaping solutions. Tune in to discover new plant varieties, stay connected with local garden happenings, and cultivate your green thumb—one conversation at a time.
Ozark Garden Talk – Episode 15: Creating a Resilient Landscape
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 as much as plant choice.
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) and what to wait on (tomatoes, peppers, sweet potatoes, and pruning spring-blooming shrubs). They also cover smart frost protection, seed-starting timing, and why “leave the leaves” matters for pollinators and beneficial insects. ❄️🌱🐝
21 Jan 2026
Ozark Garden Talk – Episode 13: Plants We’re Excited to Bring In This Year 🌿✨
The hosts Sarah, Charity, and Alex preview the plants White River Nursery is excited to offer this season, providing listeners with an early guide for planning their gardens.
17 Dec 2025
Ozark Garden Talk – Episode 12❄️ Winter Interest Plants: Why the Garden Doesn’t Have to Be Boring
Sarah, Charity, and Alex from White River Nursery highlight plants offering beauty and structure during winter, providing insights for gardeners to design appealing four-season landscapes.
19 Nov 2025
Episode 11:🍎 The Honest Truth About Fruit Trees in Northwest Arkansas
Sarah, Charity, and Alex from White River Nursery discuss the realities of growing fruit trees in Northwest Arkansas, covering variety selection, disease management, and realistic expectations for successful backyard orchards.
The hosts Sarah, Charity, and Alex explore Ozark plant lore and folk magic traditions, mixing personal memories with researched information about persimmon seeds, buckeyes, and witch trees.
17 Sept 2025
Ozark Garden Talk- Episode 9: Fall Gardening Questions Answered
Sarah, Charity, and Alex answer frequently asked fall gardening questions, covering topics from asters and bulbs to mulching and planting fall vegetables.
20 Aug 2025
Ozark Garden Talk – Episode 8: Autumn Gardening in the Ozarks - Fall Planting Favorites
Sarah, Charity, and Alex discuss fall planting favorites like black gums and daffodil bulbs for Ozark gardens, offering inspiration for autumn projects in this interview.
Sarah McCue, Charity Cox, and Alex Royce address summer gardening questions, sharing practical advice on watering, heat-loving plants, pest control, and weed management, while also highlighting the Washington County Extension Service.
18 Jun 2025
Ozark Garden Talk – Episode 6 - Keystone Plants & Tiny Wings: A Pollinator Week Deep Dive
Sarah, Charity, and Alex explore the critical role of keystone plants in supporting pollinators during National Pollinator Week, offering actionable strategies for gardeners to create vital habitats.
21 May 2025
Ozark Garden Talk – Episode 5 – Listener Q&A & Plants That Work
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.
16 Apr 2025
Ozark Garden Talk- Episode 4 Favorite Spring Bloomers
Find the full show notes here! (https://www.whiterivernursery.com/post/ozark-garden-talk-episode-4-favorite-spring-bloomers)
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. Whether you're planning a pollinator patch or looking to replace your hostas, this episode has something for you.
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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 McCue (Owner), Charity Cox (Event Coordinator & Plant Buyer), and Alex Royce (General Manager) discuss their favorite native and edible plants. The conversation covers everything from foraging wild foods to building a food forest at home, along with personal gardening experiments and lessons learned. They also highlight resources for learning more about wild edibles and medicinal plants.Find show notes at https://www.whiterivernursery.com/post/ozark-garden-talk-episode-3-growing-and-foraging-edible-medicinal-plants
19 Feb 2025
Ozark Garden Talk (with White River Nursery) Episode 2- Gardening Fails & Lessons Learned
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 notes @ https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1 !
28 Jan 2025
Ozark Garden Talk - Episode 1 Our Top New & Native Plant Picks
Check out website show notes at https://www.whiterivernursery.com/blog-1 (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3BCaGtUS0JaT0hneXMzWWRWOHliSzk3QTIwQXxBQ3Jtc0tuaHN4NVdkSzFCRjdkVF9NNFQzSTZOYkpXeHlTeVZYMEY5XzZzSXQ3T2NfbmxMTlNURGt6UnVYUnRVYm1PNHBtQ1Y3ZjJJMS1oS1I5VUd1SnhYazljZklocnZoRlBNd1VjdmJVUGFwdXRlZ25fS0Z2UQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.whiterivernursery.com%2Fblog-1&v=1DYMNvFew8Y) 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’re most excited about this year. From striking ornamental shrubs to native edibles, we explore how these varieties can thrive in the unique climate of the Ozarks.
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