September/October 2024

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Features in this Issue

Fall for Hardy Mums by Jo Ellen Meyers Sharp

These late-blooming, hardy perennials offer underrated flower power for the autumn garden.

The Allure of Black by Janet Davis

Like the perfect little black dress, black is always in style in the garden, no matter the season.

Adapting to Climate Change by Caroline Grass

Creating climate-resilient spaces is a new necessity in a warming world.

Shrubs with Altitude by Mary Ann Newcomer

These reliable native shrubs and small trees have proven resilient in Intermountain and Western gardens.

The Environment Above by William P. Mueller

A newly recognized natural habitat means gardeners should spend as much time looking up as they do gazing down at their plantings.

Highlights from our Departments

News from the AHS

Two new gardening books from the AHS, fall offerings in AHS’s Lifelong Learning Program, two new members of the AHS staff, recipients of the 2024 Growing Good Kids Book Awards, three additional gardens join the AHS Reciprocal Garden Network.

Garden Destinations

Gardens and other attractions in and around Austin, Texas.

Gardening with Wildlife

Supporting habitat for cavity-nesting bees in the garden.