Labor Day weekend is a perfect time to get out in the garden and give it an overhaul! Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss for some tasks you can complete this weekend to reset your garden for fall.
As summer transitions into fall, the garden undergoes a series of changes. There are some helpful tasks that you can do to create a smooth and beautiful change from one season to the next. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about transitioning your garden from summer to fall.
Late summer can be a difficult time for pollinators. With a shortage of flowers blooming, nectar and pollen are harder to come by. Join beekeeper and pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss for some tips on helping pollinators in the late summer garden.
Perennials that continue to bloom in late summer are a rare breed, but they do exist. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about some of the perennials you can plant to keep your garden blooming during the dog days of summer.
August isn't the best time for fertilizing all-around, but some plants still benefit. For many others, fertilizing this time of year can have negative consequences. Here are some plants that you should never fertilize in August, and why.
If you're struggling with landscaping in a hot, dry climate, some excellent ornamental grasses thrive in this environment. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to talk about the ornamental grasses that work best in your yard.
Planting survival crops in August is a wise decision. Especially if you're working on becoming more self-reliant and extending your growing season. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares crops that you can plant now for winter harvest and storage.
August is a great time for late-season flowers. While many trees and shrubs are winding down for the season, there are still plenty of blooms to go around. Cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss discusses what you can plant in your garden for a bounty of flowers in August.
Many plants wither or stop growing to conserve energy in the August heat. It's tough to keep the garden looking nice this time of year. Florida gardener Melissa Strauss has a list of plants that brave the heat and make it through August beautifully.
Landscaping a new home can be exciting and enjoyable. It's a chance to shape your space into something beautiful, personal, and functional. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about some wonderful shrubs for the foundation of your landscape.
Fan aloe is a fascinating and unique succulent shrub with fantastic foliage and attractive flowers. It's tough and low-maintenance, and adds a fun flair to warm climate gardens. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to discuss how to plant and grow this beautiful plant.
Romantic and idyllic, cottage gardens are a beautiful representation of the love of gardening. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for a look at some iconic perennials to add instant charm to your beautiful cottage garden.