In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

Plants can't survive without water. But too much or too little causes problems. More plants have been killed by improper ...

You've got questions about Central Iowa's water since officials have banned commercial and residential lawn watering due to high levels of nitrates in water sources. We've got answers.

Unlike some of my neighbors, I continue to irrigate my lawn all summer. However, I have noticed areas starting to get brown. Am I not irrigating enough?