Thank goodness that summer's end need not signal the end of the gardening season. Salad greens sown in late summer extend the gardening season well into fall. It's an ideal time to reap a second harvest of greens that we traditionally think of planting only in early spring. Plant one for a sunny area of your garden with these instructions. If a low-maintenance garden appeals to you, here are a few design ideas that look great while requiring little care from busy gardeners.
Herbs add colour, texture and fragrance to the garden.
Dig in and learn how to make these culinary, medicinal and fragrant plants right at home in your garden. 4 May 2000 Annuals for instant colour Bright zinnias, tangerine marigolds, and striking blue salvias live a short but merry life, colouring our garden all summer long. These cheerful annuals add instant colour to summer gardens. Water, water everywhere, and not a sign of algae One of the biggest trends in gardening is the growing interest in water gardening. Yet, it's a fine balancing act to build a balanced ecosystem where plants and fish win over the ever-present algae.