Garden Tips - August:

Pick zucchini and summer squash every day or two to keep the plants producing.

You may notice a dust or talcum-like powder on your roses, lilacs or phlox this month. Apply a fungicide.

Use BBQ grill ashes in vegetable gardens and flower beds. These ashes contain phosphorus, potassium, and calcium.

Hot peppers will keep best if stored after they dry. Thread the peppers on a string and hang in a cool, dry place.