Though we may already be blowing up the kiddie pool to declare the start of summer, technically summer doesn’t arrive until the solstice around June 20. That means early June is still considered late ...

There’s little in the vegetable garden as emblematic of a fertile summer as the ripe red fruit of a tomato plant, and at this time of year, they are at their most delicious and fragrant. If you are ...

Whether time got away from you this spring and you didn't have a chance to start your flower garden, or if you have bare spaces in your plantings you want to fill, June is still a great time to get ...

As spring blooms fade, June offers the perfect opportunity to sow the seeds for a bountiful autumn harvest. Whether you have a small urban balcony or a large country plot, there are a variety of ...

Summer brings new crops, and that means a different array of pests. Whether you’re growing a field full of tomatoes, an orchard of peaches, or a diverse market garden, pests are likely to affect some ...

Fill your garden with a succession of colorful blooms with our complete guide to planting spring, summer, and fall-flowering ...

Finding the best plants for your garden during the summer can be a struggle. We’re finally past the coldest months of the year, but sometimes, it might be too hot or unpredictable to start ...

Temperatures soared in late April. Coupled with long periods without rain, the high temperatures have made gardening challenging in our area. Frequent watering, especially of new plantings, is a ...