Lakeside Greenhouses

By August, growth becomes less visible, but not less real. Plants invest in root systems, storage tissues, and structural strength. Some foliage slows. Some flowering pauses. Some plants enter rest cycles. Others thrive in the heat.

By mid-summer, even the best-planted containers can start to look a little worn. Heat, uneven watering, and fast-growing annuals often leave baskets leggy or patchy. This is where succulents shine.

July is the heart of the growing season — a time when gardens are full, colorful, and alive. But it’s also an opportunity to step back and consider not just what we grow, but how we experience it.