The US Sun

WE’RE well into the holiday season, and millions of people across the nation will be travelling away from home for a vacation. Everyone loves a holiday but it can leave plant lovers a little apprehensive as the last thing you want is to return to a dead plot. Gardens...

I’m a gardening pro, my top tip means that your plants will stay watered on holiday without having to ask the neighbours

Gardening Know How

You may not think that watering foxglove plants makes much difference to the health of these easy-going cottage garden plants, but think again. Here’s how to hydrate for happy foxgloves

Secrets To Watering Foxglove Plants: Give Your Digitalis A Good Drink

Imagine a garden that effortlessly renews itself year after year with minimal intervention. This dream can become a reality with self-seeding plants. These remarkable plants have the ability to drop seeds that sprout into new plants, ensuring a continuous and beautiful display without the need for replanting. Not only do...

10 Self-Seeding Plants You’ll Never Have to Plant Again

House Digest

If you're a fan of holistic hacks, you might have heard that baking soda can help in a variety of ways in the garden. However, there are some pitfalls to avoid.

Mistakes Everyone Makes When Using Baking Soda For A Better Lawn & Garden

Gardeners love hummingbirds., but even if you think you're planting the right kinds of flowers to attract them, you might be missing this textural aspect.

The Plant Texture Missing From Your Garden That Will Bring In Hummingbirds

Summer might just be the right time to trim your blueberry bushes. We spoke to a garden designer about the benefits of summer pruning for better blueberries.

The Benefits Of Pruning Your Blueberry Bushes In Summer (& How To Do It)

Real Homes

Knowing what flowers to plant in August isn't always so clear-cut. But that's why we called in help from pro planters —here's what they said to pot.

The 7 flowers to plant in August, according to gardening gurus

Mosquitoes can turn a peaceful evening in the garden into an itchy nightmare. While there are plenty of chemical repellents on the market, many gardeners prefer natural alternatives to keep these pesky insects at bay. Fortunately, nature provides us with a variety of plants that not only add beauty and fragrance to your garden but also help repel mosquitoes. These plants contain natural oils and compounds that mosquitoes find unpleasant, making them a great addition to any garden where you want to enjoy the outdoors without the buzz of mosquitoes.

10 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes

For many home gardeners, raised garden beds are a wonderful solution to their yard woes. Raised beds can help you incorporate the exact right soil for your picky plants or extend the amount of garden space you have. But not every plant will do great in a raised bed. Some...

10 Plants You Should Never Grow in a Raised Bed

For this hack, you'll need to wipe a sponge of soaked vinegar solution along your window sills and door frames. We'll explain the reason why you should do this.

Run A Sponge Of Vinegar Along Windowsills And Door Frames. Here's Why

Onions are a staple in many different recipes, but it turns out the vegetable is also useful outside of the kitchen. Here is how to use it around the house.

7 Unexpected Onion Hacks To Use In Your Yard & Garden

A-Z-Animals

Have you noticed large bite marks in your tomato garden? Or flowers and plants torn up with no suspect in sight? You may need to consider that you’re dealing with a hungry and sneaky groundhog. As sweet and lovable as groundhogs are, they are also destructive. These common garden pests love vegetation and will munch […]

6 Plants That Repel and Keep Groundhogs Out of Your Yard

Discover the best bulbs to plant in autumn and come spring your garden will be crammed with color if you follow these expert-approved bulb recommendations

Which 7 bulbs to plant in autumn  – expert tips for a stunning garden

Everyone can use a little extra whimsy in life, so why not spruce up your garden by adding some unique flowers inspired by truffula trees in The Lorax.

The Stunning Garden Flower That Looks Like It Is Straight Out Of The Lorax

When you’re dealing with indoor plants, pests and diseases can be a real headache. With no natural predators, eradicating a mite infestation can seem nearly impossible. That’s why I’d like to share some beautiful ones that thrive indoors and are also pest and disease resistant. My houseplants...

15 Pest and Disease-Resistant Houseplants

Sure, you can buy birdseed, but why get from the store what you can grow for pennies with the added benefit of beautiful summer color in your garden?

Attract Goldfinches With A Garden Shrub Full Of Scrumptious Seeds

With many regions experiencing heat waves, August in the garden is a time for trimming crispy stems, plucking spent annuals, and deadheading perennials to encourage a late-season flush of flowers. Many plants are still in full swing or at least gearing up for their late summer and early fall burst of energy.

17 Perennials to Plant in August

Vermiculite has many uses in the garden as a lightweight addition to soil mixes. This unique, natural product is particularly useful when germinating seeds.

How To Use Vermiculite For Efficient Seed Germination

August is a critical month for gardeners who are looking to plan ahead for the next growing season. As summer begins to wind down, it’s the perfect time to propagate a variety of plants, ensuring they’ll be ready to flourish in your garden next year. Whether you’re taking cuttings, dividing perennials, or collecting seeds, propagating plants in late summer gives them a head start and allows you to enjoy a lush and vibrant garden come spring.

20 Plants To Propagate In August For Next Year’s Garden

Deciding on a material for the roof of your shed is key, and we have the tips to help you. Here is a material that is worth the cost (and one to avoid).

Try This Trick To Make Your Sedum Plants Fuller And Longer-Blooming

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