It's fair to say that by mid-August, many gardens are looking spent. Summer heat and humidity can sap even the hardiest plants and your garden just doesn't have the same vibrancy as earlier in the season.

Thankfully, there are some dazzling "late bloomers" that hit full stride in late summer. These colorful magnets not only draw the eye of appreciative gardeners, but also attract grateful pollinators. Here are a few of our favorites...

The best deals of the summer are now available at Estabrook's.

Save 10-50% OFF ALL plants during August Bargain Days.

Some of the discounts include:

• 50% OFF annuals, herbs and veggies
• 50% OFF patio tropic houseplants
• 40% OFF lilacs and forsythia
• 30% OFF ornamental grasses
• 20% OFF American Beauties native plants
• 15% OFF hydrangeas

Plus, many more! Visit our website for full details and then come browse the selection at our Yarmouth and Kennebunk stores. We're open daily from 9am to 5pm.

Although often overlooked, ornamental grasses can add grace and motion to your garden thanks to their strap-like foliage that will sway even in the gentlest breeze. Many varieties also feature fluffy flowers and seed heads that will last throughout the winter, attracting birds and adding winter interest to the garden.

Read on to learn more about these versatile plants and don't forget that all ornamental grasses are now 30% OFF during August Bargain Days at Estabrook's.

Do you want to spend less time "dealing with" your garden and more time enjoying it?

Our Planting Service can help!

Whether you want to add stately trees to your landscape or upgrade your foundation plantings, our Planting Service takes the hassles out of adding new trees, shrubs and more to your home. Visit our website to learn more and then ask for our Planting Service on your next visit to Estabrook's.

It's a great way to take advantage of 10-50% OFF all plants during August Bargain Days!