Community Gardening: A proposed community garden in Umatilla is gathering families and local business support, with the city open to help if long-term plans and management are solid. Kids & Learning: Dobbies’ free Little Seedlings Club is back with an “Autumn Colours” workshop on Sept. 6, where children will explore seasonal change and plant a daffodil bulb to take home. Second-Flush Perennials: Gardeners are being urged to cut back certain perennials in August to trigger a second wave of blooms, with guidance on which plants respond well and which to leave alone. Tomato Troubles: A practical guide breaks down brown spots on tomato leaves, pointing to multiple possible causes and how to narrow them down before treating. Heat & Drought Watch: Ireland’s botanic gardens are monitoring stressed trees after weeks of extreme heat, with some species showing early autumn behavior. Gardening for Good: Eastern Correctional Institution’s garden is producing nearly 10,000 lbs. of produce, supporting food donations while teaching incarcerated gardeners practical skills. Soil Safety: A free soil lead screening event in Nicollet County invites residents to bring samples and learn how to reduce exposure if lead is found. Local Horticulture Events: Calaveras Master Gardeners are set to host an Open Garden Day, adding to the week’s community gardening calendar.