Here is what you can be doing now to keep your garden in tip-top shape
for week #19: May 7 - May 13, 2008.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Day 128/238 Days Remaining


The last 3+ weeks have been moderately dry. Watch for blossom end rot on developing tomatoes and remove infected fruit. To prevent the disorder in our growing area, keep plants well mulched and maintain even soil moisture.

Thursday, May 8, 2008

Day 129/237 Days Remaining


Fertilize blooming annual plants with 15-5-10 at the rate of 2 lbs. per 100 square feet of bed.

Friday, May 9, 2008

Day 130/236 Days Remaining


Pinch back your leftover poinsettias so they will branch out.

Saturday, May 10, 2008

Day 131/235 Days Remaining


In shady areas plant begonia, wood violet, impatiens, torenia, and monkey flower.

Sunday, May 11, 2008

Day 132/234 Days Remaining


The following heat-tolerant annuals can be planted now:  lantana, celosia, cosmos, purslane, and copper plant.

Monday, May 12, 2008

Day 133/233 Days Remaining


Proper feeding, watering, and mowing control lawn weeds and diseases better than chemicals.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Day 134/232 Days Remaining


Water plants on an "as-needed" basis in early morning if possible. Be sure to water newly established shrubs and trees deeply.

  • Why are my roses more fragrant  at certain times?

  • Check here for our local five day forecast, times for sunrise and sunset, and current Doppler radar.

  • And just for good measure, check out the predictions at www.farmersalmanac.com

This web site is maintained by Master Gardener Laura Bellmore, under the direction of William M. Johnson, Ph.D., County Extension Agent-Horticulture & Master Gardener Program Coordinator.

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