Gardening Through Heat Waves: Plants That Never Miss a Beat

Every summer seems to bring another stretch of triple-digit heat, weeks without meaningful rain, and lawns that turn brown almost overnight. While we can't control the weather, we can choose plants that are better equipped to handle it. The key is designing with resilience in mind. By selecting plants naturally adapted to heat, humidity, and …

Coping With Heat Waves and Heat Domes in the Garden

With another heat wave and possible heat dome settling over much of the country this week, gardeners need to think beyond simple watering. Extended periods of intense heat can stress plants, dry soil rapidly, damage roots, and even impact pollinators and bees. A few proactive steps can help your garden weather extreme temperatures with far …