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As the temperatures begin to rise, it’s time to put warm-weather vegetables, herbs, and plants in the ground (or containers) so they grow for the season ahead! For crops that mature quickly, like beans, planting seeds will work just fine. But for other plants, like tomatoes, you’ll need to purchase transplants or fruit won’t have time to mature in some regions of the country. All annual flowers can also be planted in June, like perennials, which come back every year around this time, too. The biggest challenge in June is making sure to keep plants watered evenly. It’s also smart to keep an eye out for pests. Inspect your plants every few days so insects won’t get a foothold; you’ll be surprised how quickly they appear out of nowhere! Contact your university coop extension service (find yours here) for identification and control measures if you do spot unwelcome visitors.
Typically, here’s what you can plant in June:
1) Lavender
2) Okra
3) Basil
4) Fanflower
5) Eggplants
6) Succulents
7) Peppers
8) Cucumbers
9) Angelonia
10) Swiss Chard
11) Summer Squash
12) Caladiums
13) Winter Squash
14) Beans
15) Begonias
16) Melons
17) Sunflowers
My favorite, tomato, can be planted in mid to late May. Check last date of frost in your area.
Article by Arricca Elin Sansone for House Beautiful
Source: These Are the Warm Weather Plants That Will Thrive In the Hot Months Ahead (msn.com)
