About this episode

Don and John discuss how to keep your garden happy during the summer heat and address tree damage caused by woodpeckers.

The heat of the summer can be a mixed blessing, depending on your garden. What are the best ways to approach it? In this episode, Don and John discuss our current stretch of hot weather and give you the best advice for keeping your garden happy. Plus, what to do if your trees are damaged by woodpeckers.

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