Beating the Heat in the Garden

So, did you ever imagine you'd be trying to cultivate your garden in an oven this season? It's hot -- the hottest summer in the U.S. since they started keeping records. It's so hot . . . well, I'm sure you've heard the punch line -- or have one from your own somewhat sweaty recent gardening experiences.

I have to confess that I'm surprised and a little anxious. It's hard to pamper plants