Garden Calendar for July

July is the time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your hard labor…. The area in your yard that needs the most attention this month is watering. July is still a good time to plant annuals, perennials, shrubs or trees!

Fertilizer

Fertilize Roses and perennials.

Fertilize annuals and container plants.

Fertilize vegetables.

Annuals

Pinch back container plants to encourage fresh new growth.

Check for pest or other problems and treat as necessary.

Re-apply mulch to flower beds.

Remove weeds, which compete for water.

Applications of Deer/Rabbit Repellent

Perennials

Pinch back mums, and asters one last time for a nice mounding plant in the fall.

Check for pests and other problems and treat as necessary.

Re-apply mulch to flower beds.

Remove weeds, which compete for water.

Deadhead Roses.

Continue to spray Roses to prevent black spot weekly.

Stake Plants.

Applications of Deer/Rabbit Repellant

Vegetables

Remove weeds, which compete for water.

Re-apply mulch if needed.

Check for pests and other problems and treat as necessary.

Watering

Water plants early in the day.

Water plants thoroughly and deeply, so there is no need to water as often.

Use efficient sprinklers or water devices.

Hanging Baskets and container planting may need special watering considerations should the temperatures get into the eighties or higher. They may need twice daily watering if it should get too hot.