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Discover what Martha is growing in her garden this month along with timely garden tips and
seasonal recipes from her kitchen.
"August is harvest time! And there's still time to plant a fall crop.”
August Gardening Tips
Mid-Summer Maintenance: Weeding | Miracle-Gro
Weeding is an essential part of regular garden maintenance and is well worth the effort. Martha shares how to weed carefully and effectively during summer’s peak.
Picking Produce
August is one of the best months for fresh and flavorful produce. Learn more of Martha’s methods for choosing the best.
Seed Saving For Next Year
Easy steps to collect seeds for new plants in next year’s garden.
Planting For Fall Harvest
Plant now and harvest cold-weather brassicas in six to eight weeks.
Check Out Martha's Herby Ideas!
Time to Harvest!
Some crops are ready to harvest, like squash and peppers.
Plan for Fall
Now is a great time to start planning and planting fall crops.
Save up
You can save your seeds from your harvest to get an early start on next year!
An Inside Look at Martha's Calendar
See what's sprouting in Martha's garden, and enjoy her delicious seasonal recipes.
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