When the risk of frost has passed, it is time to plant warm season vegetables and herbs including beans, corn, cucumber, eggplant, melons, peppers, pumpkins, squash, tomatoes and basil. Now is also the time to plant strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. If you are limited on space, consider planting compact varieties for small gardens or container growing.
Prevent blossom end rot on tomatoes, peppers, squash and cucumbers by mixing a bit of compost and lime into the soil prior to planting. This is especially important if you are growing in containers.
Place fruit trees on a regular spray program to prevent insect and disease problems. Speak with our plant specialists at the plant clinic for details.
Fertilize fruits and vegetables with Garden-tone or Fish emulsion.
