Keeping flower-beds well-mulched is one tip. They said: “Mulching is one of the most effective ways to retain moisture in the ...

Sure, the season’s been mild so far. But odds are the heat blast will hit soon. Here are some strategies to get through to ...

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

A hosepipe ban will be enforced in some areas from next week due to the unusually hot weather and gardeners could find that ...

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 ...

After over five years of research, the Agriculture Research and Development Centre in Wengkhar has successfully produced ...

You may think these plants prefer cold climates, however they tolerate the extreme heat and cold you’ll find in the desert and high elevations. They also thrive in poor, infertile, well drained soils, ...

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 ...

While Brits may be making the most of the heat this summer, it's not all good news for your plants - here's a list of plants ...