Summer Gardening82 Stories
Regional Garden GuidesDelight in Summer’s Garden Glories — Here’s What to Do in June
Wherever you live in the United States, these guides can help you make the most of your summer garden
Full StoryMost PopularEnjoy Your Summer Garden — Here’s What to Do in July
Our July gardening guides take the guesswork out of summer watering, pruning and planting. See our tips for your U.S. region
Full StoryGardening GuidesKeep Your Cool in the Garden — Here’s What to Do in August
Don’t let summer’s heat go to your head. These U.S. gardening guides will help you make sensible choices for all of your plantings
Full StoryEdible GardensHow to Grow Your Own Sweet Summer Crops
This guide will help any gardener get started on growing the freshest warm-season veggies and berries for summer
Full StoryFarm Your YardHow to Grow Vegetables in Containers
Get glorious vegetables and fruits on your patio with a pro’s guidance — including his personal recipe for potting mix
Full StorySpring GardeningHow to Grow a Rose Garden in Pots
Everything can come up roses, even without a plot of soil in sight. This step-by-step guide to growing roses in containers shows you how
Full StoryGardening Guides12 Edibles Perfect to Plant in Late Summer
Keep those homegrown vegetables and greens coming well into fall
Full StoryGardening 101When Should You Prune Your Trees and Shrubs?
Pruning keeps plants healthy. Find out the best time to cut back flowering trees, needle-bearing shrubs and more
Full StorySummer GardeningHow to Help Your Garden Survive a Heat Wave
Find out how to keep your plants thriving in summer’s heat and how to tell if sunburned ones can be saved
Full StoryGardening Guides10 Ways to Enjoy Your Garden More This Summer
Find out how to style your outdoor party, grow your own cocktail garnishes, replant your window boxes and more
Full StoryGardening GuidesGoing on Vacation? How to Ensure Your Garden Survives
Water deeply, mulch beds and move containers into partial shade to keep plants alive while you’re away
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