Aging in Atlanta Atlanta gardeners share what to plant, how to water and how to keep gardens thriving in high temperatures. Tiffanny Jones, director of horticulture for the Goizueta Gardens at the Atlanta History Center, highlights heat-tolerant plants this summer season. (Courtesy of Lauren Eberth) By Yolanda Harris – For the AJC May 28, 2026 The summer heat can be relentless in Georgia, but with the right preparation and plant selection, gardens can still thrive.