‘Victoria’ mealycup sage
What could be better in a summer border than a lush mass of blue flowers? ‘Victoria’ is one of the best sages for massing, and the flowers and foliage are denser than many other species.
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July 2008
Root-knot nematodes
There are good nematodes that feed on decaying plants and there are bad nematodes that feed on living plants.
Slide show: Small water features
No matter where you live, or what size your garden is, it’s nice to have the cool sounds of moving water nearby.
Botrytis on peonies
Peony bushes can suffer from a variety of fungal diseases and Botrytis is a big one
Video: Loading and lifting a wheelbarrow
Loading and lifting a wheelbarrow can be back-breaking work — unless you know the correct technique. Find out the best and safest way to do these tasks.
Creeping bellflower
Most bellflowers are well-behaved garden plants, but creeping bellflower, or rampion, is just a little too aggressive.
Designing with marigolds
Marigolds are some of the most versatile annuals you can grow. They will blend with almost any color in your garden and have a variety of heights.
Heat stress symptoms
Summer heat can be as damaging as winter cold. Here are some symptoms of heat-stress damage and some strategies for surviving the summer.
Shrubby St. John’s wort
Sometimes it seems that all the best shrubs either flower in the spring or have fabulous fall color, leaving the summer bare. Here’s a shrub that’s showy in the summer.
Verticillium wilt
If the leaves of your annual flowers and vegetable plants seem to be yellowing and curling, your garden may be infected with verticillium wilt.
