August is the time to plant vegetables for fall

By Dr. William Johnson Contributor

The dog days of August soon will arrive. No need to remind you that August is the peak of the heat season in Galveston County, and we have been on the dry side for much of the growing season. However, lawns and other plants in the landscape are looking less parched after the scattered rainfall during the last couple of weeks.Plants in the landscape and garden will require attention if they are to remain vigorous and provide us with many desirable benefits, including color, shade, beauty, etc. Working outside this month tends to be more tolerable during early morning or late evening hours.The gardeners’ calendar of activities for August includes several activities: Read more>