What’s Happening in the Garden - June Gardening Tasks

Hello Garden Friends,

June is one of the most exciting months in the vegetable garden.

The days are longer, the soil is warming up, and many of us are finally seeing the results of all the work we put in during spring.

Whether you’re growing in raised beds, containers, or a traditional garden plot, now is the time to keep the momentum going.

What’s Happening in the Garden

Many cool-season crops are growing quickly now. Lettuce, spinach, radishes, peas, and early potatoes should be thriving.

If you’ve started tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, squash, and beans, they should be settling into their new homes and beginning to take off.

Keep an eye on the weather. June can still bring unexpected cold nights in some areas, while hot, dry conditions can arrive just as quickly.

Consistent watering is one of the best things you can do for your garden this month.

June Gardening Tasks

✔ Finish planting warm-season crops.

✔ Mulch around vegetables to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

✔ Keep up with weeding before weeds get established.

✔ Side-dress heavy feeders such as tomatoes, corn, and squash with compost or fertilizer.

✔ Support tomatoes, peas, and climbing beans before they become difficult to manage.

✔ Monitor for pests and diseases early.

Compost Corner

June is a great time to build your compost pile. Garden weeds that haven’t gone to seed, grass clippings, vegetable scraps, and spent spring plants can all be added.

Remember to balance green materials with brown materials such as dry leaves, straw, or shredded paper.

What I’m Growing

This month I’m busy tending my vegetable beds, keeping weeds under control, and watching the transplants take hold. There’s always something rewarding about seeing the garden come alive after a long winter.

Every season brings new lessons, successes, and a few surprises.

Garden Tip of the Month

Don’t underestimate the value of a daily walk through your garden. Just five minutes each day can help you spot weeds, pest, watering issues, and ripening vegetables before they become bigger problems.

I use pond water for watering my plants which they love.

Looking Ahead

As we move into July, many early crops will be ready for harvest, and it will be time to think about succession planting for a continuous supply of fresh vegetables through summer and into fall.

Happy planting,

Catherine

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