It's fascinating to see many of the new plant varieties being developed, but it's even better to observe how they compare to ...

With starry blooms that seem to last all summer long, it is only natural that astrantia makes it to number one on this list.

Although you might think that July is too late to plant seeds and seedlings, the month offers excellent opportunities for ...

Gardeners have had a broad range of experiences with their vegetable gardens this season. Some planted early in May with the ...

Lowe’s has kept us covered on must-know gardening tips and advice. Like recently, when the chain just went through what flowers and plants make the best heat tolerant picks so we can enjoy a thriving ...

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Water. We use five times the amount of water during the summer months compared to the rest of the year. Most of that water is directed for outdoor lawns.

Mulch acts like a protective blanket, keeping moisture in during hot weather and helping rain penetrate the soil more evenly. Organic types of mulch, like compost, leaf mould, or well-rotted manure, ...

Bloody cranesbill is a perennial geranium that grows enthusiastically with little care, particularly once established. It can tolerate drought and doesn't need deadheading, unless you want to ...

As summer fully sets in it is a good time to assess how our gardens are growing. Consider what is growing well, and what is ...

MOST horticultural enthusiasts will have heard of BBC Gardeners Question Time. A comforting weekly panel show on the radio – ...

Summertime in the garden is set to the tune of cicadas in the trees and can take on a sometimes dreamy feeling in the heat. We need an ice-cold drink ...