Late-Summer Azalea Care for Bigger Blooms Next Spring
A late-summer watering routine can make the difference between a full spring display and sparse blooms on azaleas and rhododendrons.
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7 Fast-Growing Salad Crops to Sow in August
Turn empty August beds into quick fall harvests with fast salad crops that sprout in warm soil and keep producing until frost.
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How to Grow Zinnias for Nonstop Summer Color
Learn how to plant, care for, and deadhead zinnias so they bloom generously from early summer until frost in sunny beds and containers.
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How to Grow Wild Bergamot for Pollinators and Color
Learn how to grow wild bergamot, a hardy native perennial that feeds bees, attracts butterflies, and adds airy summer color to sunny gardens.
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How to Root Tomato Suckers for a Free Fall Harvest
Turn healthy tomato suckers into new plants with simple water or soil propagation and keep your garden producing later into the season.
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Can You Trim a Neighbor’s Tree Overhanging Your Yard?
Branches crossing the fence line can be frustrating, but trimming a neighbor’s tree isn’t always as simple as grabbing loppers. Here’s what to check first.
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When to Plant Carrots for Fall and Winter Harvests
Planting carrots for a cool-season harvest starts with timing, soil temperature, and variety choice. Learn how to sow for crisp roots through fall and winter.
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August Dahlia Care: 6 Simple Steps for Bigger Blooms
Give dahlias the support, water, and pruning they need in late summer so they keep producing strong, colorful blooms into fall.
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Pink Dandelion: How to Grow Crepis rubra in Your Garden
Pink dandelion, or Crepis rubra, brings the airy look of a meadow flower to borders and pots, with easy care and plenty of pollinator appeal.
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How to Hand-Feed Hummingbirds Safely and Successfully
Learn how to hand-feed hummingbirds with the right feeder, safe nectar, and a calm setup that helps these tiny birds feel comfortable.
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How to Grow Napa Cabbage for Tender, Crisp Harvests
Learn how to grow napa cabbage from seed to harvest with simple timing tips, soil advice, pest control, and ways to keep heads crisp and sweet.
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5 Garden Rules You Can Break in Mid-August
By mid-August, some common garden chores stop helping and can even work against your plants. Here’s what to ease up on and what to do instead.
