August is a crucial month for perennials! It occurs at the shift of seasons, as summer evolves into autumn. Perennial plants begin conserving energy to prepare for the winter ahead. Use deadheading and dividing to extend their bloom period and rejuvenate old clumps.
While we know it’s of benefit to attract certain insects like pollinators to the garden, it can be challenging to distinguish helpful insects from devouring pests. We join Meg from the Epic Gardening team as she breaks down the nuances between garden friends and foes. Knowing what to promote and what to deter is half the battle in preserving healthy crops and ornamentals.
If your garden is looking a little languid by August, it may be time to give certain plants a nutrient boost leading up to the cool season. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe looks at select garden plants to fertilize as we head into late summer.
As the summer comes to an end, pollinators search for sources to provide nourishment for migration and hibernation. By planting these late summer bloomers, we can create a refuge for them in our gardens. Join beekeeper and pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss to learn about August bloomers that support pollinators.
We've all heard the rule: you shouldn't water your garden at night. If you want to find out why, and whether there is ever a reason to water in the evening, we have the info. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss.
Some of the best plants to add to your pollinator garden go largely unnoticed. These may not appear on many lists, so we wanted to share them with you. Join pollinator enthusiast and beekeeper Melissa Strauss for some underrated pollinator plants you can grow.
As we head into the peak of summer heat and sun, even our plants get a little weary. In cases of prolonged high temperatures or dry spells, extra shade protection helps maintain their health and production. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores when to protect our plants to offer cooling relief from summer extremes.
We love a good garden gear sale, and the end of summer always brings the prices down on useful garden equipment. It's a great time to buy some nursery bargains, but others may be less valuable than they seem. Here are some deals you should snap up when you see them, and some that you should skip.
While no plant is totally deer-proof, those with qualities they find distasteful are the first line of defense against widespread damage. With heat-tolerant, deer-resistant perennials, the summer garden can flourish despite cloven visitors. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores unpalatable ornamentals that thrive in hot weather. As a bonus, they’re also low-maintenance, easy to grow, and support pollinators.
Invasive plants are unruly and aggressive, but can they help pollinators? The truth is more complicated than a simple yes or no! Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant answers the question. Learn more about pollinators, invasive plants, and what you can do to help.
A vacation away doesn’t have to be the end of the world for your garden. With some simple solutions, you can ensure your plants stay alive while you have fun away from home. Try these seven pro tips from backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.
July is typically a month for sitting in the shaded parts of the garden and sipping lemonade. If you're looking for a project to keep things looking neat and tidy, there are some plants that take well to pruning in the summer. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some plants you can prune this July to keep the garden in order.