If you’re starting a garden in July, the good news is that it’s not too late to plant many vegetables and flowers. Planting in July can still net you a bountiful late summer and fall harvest. The warm ...

July brings long, warm days that continue late into the evening. Full-blown summer is really here and what a glorious one it is this year, with borders brimming with blooms and vegetable patches ...

Summer is not the traditional time for planting, but you can add perennials to your garden this month, provided you pick wisely. That is where drought-tolerant perennials come to the fore; they can be ...

You can still plant beautiful perennials in your garden, even in the July heat. However, if you plan to do so, it's important to know which plants will thrive under these conditions—and which will ...

For gardeners, spring is all about planting seeds and starts to give summer crops ample time to reach maturity. But planting doesn't have to end just because summer is in full swing. In fact, there ...

Utilize rain barrels and rain gardens to conserve water and support plant growth. Solarize vegetable gardens during the summer to reduce weeds, pests, and diseases. Minimize pesticide use to encourage ...

Deadhead annuals and perennials especially if reseeding is not desired. Cut back foliage to encourage a tidier appearance. Look for diseased foliage on roses. Practice sanitation and clean up any ...

These are the Best Vegetables and Flowers to Plant in July originally appeared on Dengarden. If you’re starting a garden in July, the good news is that it’s not too late to plant many vegetables and ...

The best way to determine what to plant in July is to familiarize yourself with your United States Department of Agriculture’s hardiness zone. This number, based on an area’s average extreme minimum ...