June is a vibrant and rewarding time in the garden, as longer days and warmer temperatures encourage rapid growth. This is the perfect month to plant summer bedding plants like petunias, marigolds, and geraniums to add a splash of color to your borders and containers. It’s also an ideal time to sow fast-growing vegetables such as lettuce, radishes, and carrots, or to plant out tender crops like tomatoes, courgettes, and beans that were started earlier indoors. Keep on top of watering, especially in dry spells, and consider mulching your beds to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
June is also a good time for general maintenance and forward planning. Regularly deadhead flowering plants to encourage more blooms and trim back spring-flowering shrubs once they’ve finished. Keep an eye out for pests like aphids or slugs and take action early to prevent damage. Lawns will be actively growing, so mow regularly and consider feeding to keep the grass lush and green. If you’re growing fruit, thin out apples, pears, or plums to help the remaining fruits develop better, and net soft fruits like strawberries and cherries to protect them from birds. With a bit of care and attention, your garden can be full of life and beauty throughout the summer.
