Gardeners in Nashville are enduring the August heat to care for plants. This time of year, plants require more water, and gardeners also need to stay hydrated. Employees at JVI Secret Gardens are working outdoors in the sun all day.

The garden's manager, Shane Burton, acknowledges the challenges of working in the heat. He ensures that workers take water breaks and have access to air conditioning. Further details about the gardeners' experiences and strategies for coping with the heat are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF.

At JVI Secret Gardens, employees like Denise prefer outdoor physical work despite the heat. The garden's staff is working to keep plants healthy during the hot summer months.