This month marks the time for many gardeners to start fall crops, balancing the seeding with seasonal transitions and the first anticipated frost. As the summer harvest wanes, we can look forward to a fall bounty. Enjoy the easy sowing and growing of favorite root vegetables to start in August.
Dahlias have specific water needs that change throughout the season, and getting it wrong can mean fewer blooms or plant failure. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares the watering secrets that keep dahlias thriving.
Hydrangeas are standout flowering shrubs in the summer garden, offering one of the biggest bloom shows of the season. Durable, they perform across growing zones. But the moisture-loving ornamentals benefit from extra care during drought situations. Gardening expert Katheirne Rowe outlines how to protect hydrangeas during heat waves and dry spells for long-lived, healthy shrubs.
Perennials that continue to bloom in late summer are a rare breed, but they do exist. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about some of the perennials you can plant to keep your garden blooming during the dog days of summer.
Dahlias bring dramatic mid to late-season blooms that usher in fall with their lasting beauty. The long-developing buds, well worth the wait, are unrivaled in their form and symmetry. For more blooms throughout the season, simple dahlia pruning lets us double the display.
If you're struggling with landscaping in a hot, dry climate, some excellent ornamental grasses thrive in this environment. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to talk about the ornamental grasses that work best in your yard.
Planting survival crops in August is a wise decision. Especially if you're working on becoming more self-reliant and extending your growing season. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares crops that you can plant now for winter harvest and storage.
Nutrient-dense, calorie-rich fruits and vegetables bring the ultimate in fresh flavor while fulfilling important nutritional benefits. They earn their spot in the edible landscape and even tuck in easily to various garden spaces. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores nutritious garden plants for access to fresh food throughout the seasons.
August is a great time for late-season flowers. While many trees and shrubs are winding down for the season, there are still plenty of blooms to go around. Cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss discusses what you can plant in your garden for a bounty of flowers in August.
Copper Canyon daisies are U.S. native plants that resemble marigolds. They’re truly stunning, and they’re perennial! Rather than having to start them every spring like traditional marigolds, you can plant these daisies once for endless blooms. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant to learn how to cultivate ‘Copper Canyon’ daisies in your yard.
Having trouble with weeds? Why not let your garden do the work for you! Gardening expert Briana Yablonski shares nine perennials you can plant that will crowd out pesky weeds.
To surround ourselves with the invigorating aroma of lemons, there are plenty of garden plants to fulfill the role. When it’s not citrus season, these are ready to stand in for easy aromatic uplift. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores herbs, perennials, and woody plants that smell like lemons for multi-season rejuvenation.