One of the most recognizable summer garden problems is powdery mildew, a fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants.

Heat waves challenge gardeners as plants experience stress above 90 degrees, slowing growth and photosynthesis.

Water is the best tool against heat. Keeping the soil consistently damp down into the root zone ensures you’re giving plants ...

Key PointsPlants like ocotillo and catmint thrive in July heat with little water.Drought-tolerant picks like mesquite and ...

If spring and early summer flew by before you could plant, or your garden simply isn’t looking its best right now, don’t give ...

HARVEST HERBS: Remember to harvest herbs such as mints, basil, rosemary, lemon balm and Mexican tarragon regularly to keep ...

In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

Once the jacarandas are in bloom, as they have been for the last few weeks, it’s a sure sign that summer’s heat is on the way ...

Often described as “low maintenance” or “hardy,” these plants are simply ones that are near-impossible to kill. They are ...

UConn's College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources also recommends the use of soaker or drip hoses for one or two ...

Don't smother your plants—learn about eight plants that will thrive during the summer by being fully ignored or only watered ...

Some of the flowers, such as petunias, that you enjoyed into June will probably not tolerate the heat and humidity of summer.