New Webinar! Late-Season Perennials for Mid- to Late-Summer Color
Join the Live Event: July 17, 2026, 9:00 a.m. EDT
By midsummer, many gardens begin to fade or fizzle out, which is just when we want to enjoy them most. Horticulturist and author Joseph Tychonievich comes to the rescue with a lively exploration of perennials that hit their stride from July through frost.
In this webinarlearn which late-blooming stars will carry your borders through the dog days with fresh color, strong structure, and pollinator appeal, along with tips on combining them for maximum impact. If your garden tends to run out of steam by August, this session will help you make a change for good. Register for the live event below!
Friday, July 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. EDT
In this webinar, we’ll cover:
- Late-season perennials to carry your garden through the peak of summer
- Expert tips for creating plant combinations for color and structure
- Plant recommendations for pollinator gardens with mid- to late-summer blooms
About the presenter:
Joseph Tychonievich is a horticulturist, author, and lifelong gardener. He is a graduate of The Ohio State University and has worked at rare-plant nurseries from Japan to Michigan. He is also the editor of the North American Rock Garden Society’s quarterly journal. When not writing or speaking about horticulture, you’ll find him in his South Bend, Indiana, gardens.
Read his books:
- Rock Gardening
- The Comic Book Guide to Growing Food
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