June Landscaping Checklist

Flowers

• Continue planting annuals and vegetables.
• Direct seed annuals and vegetables into the garden early in the month.
• WATER! Annuals and veggies need regular water due to their shallow root systems. Remember that fewer, deeper waterings are more beneficial than frequent, shallow waterings.
• Fertilize as needed. Perennial beds can use a slow-release fertilizer or can be fed along with annuals with a liquid like Miracle Gro. Vegetables can also be treated this way although many people have moved towards organic methods like compost to enrich the soil in the vegetable gardens.
• Deadhead annuals and perennials for enhanced appearance and improved blooming.
• Stake or trellis newly planted things like vines and tomatoes right away to avoid damaging the plant later.
• Get on a regular weeding schedule. It’s easier to keep up a little at a time than to let things get out of control.

Lawn

• Apply fertilizer and broadleaf weed control. 4-6 weeks after your prior application is best. Avoid using weed control on newly seeded areas.
• Monitor for disease and insect problems and consult a professional if needed.
• Keep grass cut at about 2 ½” to 3”. Cutting the grass shorter will allow more heat and light to penetrate to the roots causing stress. It also creates more openings for weeds to take hold.
• Water as needed. Remember that fewer, deeper waterings will be more beneficial than frequent, shallow waterings. Lawns require about an inch of rain per week.
• Newly seeded or sodded areas will require more water than an established lawn.

Trees/Shrubs  

• Monitor for disease and insect problems and consult a professional if needed.
• Prune spring blooming shrubs right after they are done blooming.
• Trim boxwood, yews and other evergreens.
• Fertilize roses and pre-treat with fungicide if they are prone to disease issues.
• Trees and shrubs planted within the last year should be monitored for water. They will need it before your established plants do. If it’s hot and dry and we’re receiving less than an inch of rain per week, give them a good long drink.

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