JUNE GARDEN PRO-TIPS

Master Your Garden This Summer

Hey PNW gardeners! Ready to make your garden stand out this summer? We've got essential pro-tips just for you. From succession planting beans, carrots, and beets, to transplanting tomato and pepper starts, here's how to keep your garden productive all season long. Check out our tips and discover how to achieve a bountiful garden in the Pacific Northwest!

1. Succession Planting for Continuous Harvest

To ensure a steady supply of fresh produce, continue to sow successions of beans, carrots, and beets every few weeks. This technique is perfect for PNW gardeners as it maximizes your harvest and keeps your garden productive. Succession planting means you'll always have something delicious ready to pick.

2. Harvest and Re-bed Your Worm Bins

Healthy soil is the backbone of any thriving garden. Harvest your worm bins regularly to collect nutrient-rich worm castings, which are fantastic for enriching your garden soil. After harvesting, re-bed your worm bins with fresh bedding material. This practice not only recycles kitchen scraps but also boosts soil fertility naturally.

3. Recycle More Kitchen Scraps

For those looking to take their composting to the next level, consider using a Bokashi kit from Seed and Trellis. Bokashi composting is a method that ferments your food waste, speeding up the composting process and reducing odors. Plus, as a special offer for our readers, you can use the code ECORESTORE at checkout to receive 10% off your purchase of a Bokashi kit. This "black gold" will feed your soil, enhancing the growth of your vegetables, flowers, and herbs.

4. Sow Soil-Enriching Cover Crops

As you plan for your fall and winter crops, consider sowing buckwheat or phacelia as cover crops. These plants are excellent for soil enrichment and help suppress weeds. Buckwheat is fast-growing and improves soil structure, while phacelia attracts beneficial insects. Both options prepare your garden for the next planting season. We love these great options at High Mowing Seeds for a variety of cover crop selections suited to your garden's needs.

5. Transplant Heat-Loving Crops

June is the perfect time to transplant starts of tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, tomatillos, ground cherries, and squash family plants. These heat-loving crops thrive in the warmer PNW summer temperatures. Make sure to harden off your transplants before moving them to their final garden spots to reduce transplant shock.

6. Trellis Vining Crops

Give your vining crops like cucumbers, beans, and melons a strong start by providing trellises. Trellising not only saves space but also improves air circulation and sun exposure, which can lead to healthier plants and better yields. It also makes harvesting easier and keeps your garden looking neat and organized.

7. Consistent Watering is Key

Consistent watering is crucial for a successful garden, especially in the PNW where summer rain can be unpredictable. Deep watering encourages strong root systems, which help plants withstand dry periods. Use a soaker hose or drip irrigation system to deliver water directly to the roots, reducing water waste and promoting healthy plant growth.

Bonus Tip: Stay Engaged and Enjoy the Process

Gardening is a journey, not a race. Stay engaged with your garden, observe how your plants grow, and enjoy the process. Gardening is not only about the end product but also about the peace and satisfaction it brings.

By incorporating these expert tips, you'll be well on your way to a thriving garden that will provide bountiful harvests all summer. Remember to share this post on your social media to inspire fellow gardeners and stay connected with our vibrant gardening community. Happy planting! 🌿🌸