Community Restoration: Hempstead Harbor’s oyster comeback is back for a fifth season, with 750,000 juvenile oysters delivered and volunteers caring for them before release—part of a multi-year effort to rebuild local marine habitat. Local Gardening Events: Crosstown Open Gardens drew 100+ visitors and raised £1,200 for St Cross Church’s restoration, while Alabama’s Home & Garden Show returns to Trussville with a first-ever plant sale alongside home-improvement vendors. Water-Wise Gardening: Uisce Éireann is urging Mayo households to conserve water in high-demand areas, warning that leaks and careless usage can trigger outages or restrictions. Heat & Wildlife Tips: UK guidance and experts keep stressing movement and garden resilience in hot weather, with practical reminders like choosing drought-tolerant plants and avoiding common watering mistakes. Gardening for Pollinators: Sussex Green Living highlights healthier soil as a foundation for pollinators, and the RHS points to standout summer plants that help bring butterflies in. How-To Quick Hits: A simple weed hack recommends pouring boiling water on patio weeds for fast results, and gardeners are warned that deadheading mistakes can stop repeat blooms. Gardening as Care: HSBC Bermuda funded Focus Counselling Services’ Root and Rise horticulture program, using therapeutic gardening to support people in recovery.