Summer heat has arrived in Los Angeles. We used to get three weeks of really hot weather along the coast. Now it’s July through October. Some crops in the garden benefit from the heat, while others suffer. We do our best to keep them well watered and hope for the best. Here’s some inspiration to keep you going through the heat.
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Don’t let the heat get you down. Keep your plants happy with plenty of water and a thick layer of mulch. Use shade cloth if you need it (who cares if it’s ugly, right?). We’ll beat this summer heat together.