May Gardening Tips


We are going to start a new series of monthly gardening tips. These tips will inform you on the best practices and procedures from month-to-month.

In the Garden

Keep the Color Going. There’s still time to plant annuals for spring and summer enjoyment. Plant hot weather loving annuals such as Zinnias, Marigolds, Celosia and Portulaca now.

Plant Now, Enjoy Year After Year. Now is the perfect time to plant long-blooming perennials like daylilies, coneflowers, and shasta daisies.

Go Tropical. Plant tropical vines at your mailboxes for bright flowers all summer. Try climbing mandevilla or bougainvillea.

Feeding Time. Fertilize roses and azaleas now to encourage a second bloom, and continue feeding them on schedule through the month of June.

Water-Wise, Weed-Free Gardening. Mulch all garden beds well to help regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and keep weeds at bay.

Shield Yourself from the Sun. Make sure to wear a wide-brimmed hat and apply sunscreen when playing in the dirt.

In the House

Move Outdoors. Houseplants can now reside outdoors for the summer. Place houseplant containers in an area that receives partial shade – not direct sun.

Feeding Time. Continue feeding your houseplants monthly and water as needed.