GARDEN BASICS

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SEASONAL CHECKLIST

• Water deeply and regularly. Aim for 1 inch per week for lawn and beds

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• Top-dress bare patches of the lawn and overseed as needed

• Deadhead flowering plants regularly to promote continuous bloom

• Plant new summer perennials and grasses.

• Inspect Heaths, Heathers, Phlox and other spring perennials. Replace tired spring blooming plants

• Monitor for common pests such as aphids, grubs, and spider mites

• Plant warm-season kitchen garden crops such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, squash, and basil

• Succession-sow fast-growing herbs like cilantro, dill, and lettuce every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest

• Harvest vegetables and herbs frequently to encourage continued production and prevent bolting

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