Columbus, OH

You can’t overstate the benefits of raised bed gardening. This method gives you complete control over soil composition and structure, increases the length of your growing season, and protects your plants from foot traffic. However, not all plants play nicely in raised beds. Pumpkins and squash, for example, may flourish, but they’ll take up tons of space. Sunflowers are lovely, but their enormous roots may hog nutrients, and they’ll shade out smaller species.

15 Plants You Should Be Growing in Raised Beds

It’s tough to find true blue flowers. While you can often spot this color on plant tags and cultivar names, these supposedly blue blooms often turn out to be shades of purple. That’s one reason why I love tweedia. This perennial produces star-shaped flowers that are true baby...

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Tweedia

Homes & Gardens

Plant once and enjoy for many seasons. Why perennial vegetable in pots are worth your time and investment – and there is a great range to choose from

The best perennial vegetables to grow in pots for years of harvests in smaller spaces

While I love growing hardneck garlic for its winter hardiness and scape production, having a small plot of softneck garlic for versatility is lovely. We prefer to use the large bulbs of hardneck garlic in the kitchen first, leaving the ultra-storable softneck cloves for the spring months, ensuring no gaps in our garlic supply.

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Sicilian Artichoke Softneck Garlic

As summer starts to wind down, August becomes a critical month for preparing your tomato plants for a bountiful September harvest. Tomatoes, native to western South America and Central America, thrive in warm weather but require specific care to maximize fruit production as the season progresses. By giving your tomatoes the right attention now, you can ensure they produce a generous, delicious crop next month.

Do This To Your Tomatoes In August For A Huge September Harvest

As a gardener, there’s nothing more disheartening than seeing your plants’ vibrant green leaves start to turn yellow. It’s a clear sign that something isn’t quite right, but with so many potential causes, it can be tricky to diagnose the issue. Yellowing leaves, also known as chlorosis, can be a symptom of a variety of problems, ranging from environmental stress to nutrient deficiencies or even pests.

Why Your Plants’ Leaves Are Turning Yellow

Gardening Know How

Start sowing flower seeds in August to fill your garden with robust and beautiful blooms next year.

8 Flowers To Plant In August – For Dazzling Blooms Next Spring And Summer

As summer winds down, many gardeners might think the growing season is coming to an end. However, August is the perfect time to plant a new crop of vegetables that will be ready for harvest in the fall. With the right choices, you can enjoy a bountiful garden well into...

15 Vegetables to Plant in August for a BIG Fall Harvest

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Sow Many Plants

As summer's heat begins to wane and the days start to shorten, August presents a perfect opportunity to transition your garden from summer's bounty to fall's harvest. For gardeners who want to extend their growing season and enjoy fresh produce well into the cooler months, now is the time to start planting cool-season crops. Here are some of the best cool-season plants to sow in August and tips to ensure a successful fall garden.

Cool-Season Crops to Plant in August

Potatoes are easy to grow in your garden where you can experiment with different varieties. When to harvest potatoes depends on your region and the type you're growing. Spuds are a warm-season crop in the North, because frost and light freezes will kill the tops, and a cool-season crop in the South and West. Here’s what you need to know about how and when to harvest potatoes to get the most out of this versatile vegetable.

Here's Exactly When to Harvest Potatoes (Plus How to Do It Correctly)

Late summer and early fall are the prime times to plant grass seed. The lawn may be a little worn from summer fun or heat, moisture, pest, or disease issues that take their toll. You may be ready to reimagine the turf, reshaping and refreshing existing zones. Whether filling in...

When and How to Plant Grass Seed

Growing vegetables in pots is an excellent solution for gardeners with limited space or those who want to maximize their yield. Perennial vegetables are especially beneficial because they require less replanting, providing consistent harvests year after year. Here are ten perennial vegetables you can grow in pots, ensuring a steady supply of fresh produce with minimal effort.

10 Perennial Vegetables & Herbs You Can Grow in Pots – Plant Once, Harvest Forever

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Dengarden

People are so jealous and he can't help them.

Florida Gardener's Lemon Tree Grows Like a Weed and People Are Baffled by the Reasoning

Poor drainage is a major killer of our prized garden species, as stagnant water breeds disease and disaster. Plant roots struggle to breathe and slowly drown without access to enough oxygen. Assessing what type of soil you have helps you amend it better. You’ll know exactly what it needs so you can grow the best crops and ornamentals.

What is Well-Drained Soil? How to Assess Soil Drainage

As the gardening season draws to a close and the first frost approaches, many gardeners might think it’s time to wind down their vegetable plots. However, there are several hardy vegetables that not only survive but thrive after the first frost, providing fresh produce well into the colder months. These resilient plants have adapted to cooler temperatures and can even improve in flavor as the frost sweetens them. If you’re looking to extend your harvest, these frost-tolerant vegetables are a must-have in your garden.

10 Vegetables That Will Still Produce After First Frost

Perfect your tomatillo harvesting game by knowing how to spot the difference between a ripe and unripe tomatillo

When to harvest tomatillos – the vital signs for magnificently ripe, flavorful fruits

Have you ever wondered if those leafy greens popping up in your garden are more than just weeds?. Appalachian herbalist Cedar Hill Homestead (@cedarhillhomestead) has the scoop on a common plant that's actually a nutritional powerhouse hiding in plain sight. The scoop. Lambsquarters, often mistaken for a pesky weed, is...

Forager shares favorite wild edible that is packed with nutrients and ultra-abundant: 'I just made a scramble with [some] growing in my yard'

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Learn how to harvest hibiscus seeds with our comprehensive guide, including tips on timing and storage

How to harvest hibiscus seeds – expert tips to save and store seeds to grow more of your favorite plants next year

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Sugar Baby’ Watermelons

I hadn’t grown watermelons until this season, and ‘Sugar Baby’ happened to be the one I ended up with. A neighbor had saved seeds from a...

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Sugar Baby’ Watermelons

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