Most shrubs and perennials may still be planted as long as adequately watered. Crapemyrtle, Althaea (Rose of Sharon), Vitex, and Desert Willow provide excellent summer blooms. Fertilize new plantings with Fertilome Root Stimulator. Heat loving annuals may still be planted for summer color, such as lantana, penta, angelonia, hibiscus, purslane, portulaca (rose moss) periwinkle, begonia, etc.

To ensure success in your Oklahoma lawn and garden, here are some tips for July from TLC Garden Centers, serving OKC since 1980.

The Best Chance for Success Now that your new tree or shrub is planted, take these steps to ensure strong, vigorous growth and a healthy,...