Wherever you live in the United States, these guides can help you make the most of your summer garden

Gather seeds from your garden in fall, and you'll have a selection of plants for next year — without spending a dime

Be especially water wise this month as you sow seeds, tend to your lawn and plant edibles, grasses and flowers

Use seed heads, bare branches and grasses to design lovely garden displays when the ground is frozen

There's plenty to do in your garden this month without mucking around in the mud. Think seeds and let the rain do its work

So long, freezing temperatures. It's time to kick off spring planting, lavish attention on lawns and sprinkle seeds to your heart's content

Brave the August heat and humidity in your summer garden, and you'll reap rewards this fall

When hot weather hits, bursts of blue keep the garden palette cool and calm

Seedpods, herbs and flowers galore take center stage in the garden this month

If you like an abundance of plants — and visits from birds, bees and butterflies — this may be the style of yard for you