🌿 Jobs for the Garden in June: What Every Gardener Should Be Doing Now
June is a glorious month in the garden — everything is bursting with life, but that also means there’s plenty to do! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned green thumb, here’s your go-to guide for June garden jobs, packed with expert tips from Dakic Garden Design.
1. Deadhead for More Flowers
Regularly remove faded flowers from roses, cosmos, delphiniums, and sweet peas. This encourages continuous blooming and keeps things looking tidy.
2. Keep on Top of Weeding
Weeds love warm, wet weather — just like your plants! Get them while they're small. A weekly hoeing session or hand-weed after rain can make a big difference.
3. Stake Tall Plants
Tall perennials like hollyhocks, lupins, and peonies often need support by mid-June. Use natural materials like hazel or bamboo canes for a soft, garden-worthy look.
4. Sow Late Veg & Herbs
It’s not too late to sow salad crops, dwarf French beans, basil, coriander and more. Direct sowing now gives you a summer and autumn harvest.
5. Water Smart
Water in the early morning or evening to reduce evaporation. Focus on the roots and consider installing a water butt if you haven’t already — your garden and the planet will thank you.
6. Trim Hedges & Topiary
June is the perfect time to shape evergreen hedges and box balls — once nesting birds have fledged. This encourages dense growth and keeps everything crisp.
7. Pinch Out Side Shoots on Tomatoes
For cordon varieties, remove the little shoots that form in the "V" between the leaf and stem. This keeps energy going to fruit rather than leafy growth.
8. Look Out for Pests
Keep an eye out for aphids, lily beetles, and cabbage whites. A squirt of soapy water or hand-picking goes a long way — no need for harsh chemicals.
9. Feed Hungry Plants
Plants in containers, roses, and hungry veggies benefit from a boost this month. Use liquid seaweed or an organic tomato feed to encourage strong flowering and fruiting.
10. Relax and Enjoy It
Take a moment to sit with a cup of tea and enjoy your hard work. June is one of the most rewarding months in the garden — don’t forget to soak it all in.
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