# July Garden Tips: Thriving in Summer Heat with Nigel Thistledown

Join horticultural expert Nigel Thistledown in this entertaining and informative episode about managing your garden during July's peak growing season. Discover practical advice for drought-tolerant plants, summer maintenance, and planning your fall garden while keeping your sense of humor intact.

Nigel shares his expertise on late-flowering alliums, drought-resistant perennials like Santolina rosmarinifolia caerulea, and solutions for challenging garden conditions including slopes and chalky soil. Learn when to plant long-blooming perennials to attract pollinators, how to prepare fall vegetable crops, and innovative vertical gardening techniques for small spaces.

This episode combines essential gardening wisdom with Nigel's signature wit as he guides you through July's garden challenges. Whether you're battling pests, managing water conservation, or simply trying to keep your plants alive in the summer heat, Nigel offers practical solutions with his characteristic charm.

Perfect for gardeners at all experience levels looking to maximize their summer garden while preparing for the seasons ahead.

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