July Gardening Calendar
Wondering What You Should Be Doing In Your Garden?
Below is a calendar of key things you can be doing in your garden during the month of July.
Approximate Timing & July Gardening Activities:
Early July
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Fertilizing for Summer Blooms: If it’s not too hot, you can fertilize your plants to encourage summer blooms.
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Watering: Water early in the day to reduce evaporation and prevent fungal diseases. Ensure plants receive deep, infrequent watering to encourage deep root growth.
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July 4th Recipes: Check out these fun recipes for your Fourth of July holiday: “Garden Recipes for A Great Fourth of July” and “Red, White & Blueberry: Patriotic Recipes from the Garden.”
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Irrigation Check: Double-check that all irrigation systems are working properly. Earwigs like to hide in emitters and 1/4” tubing to stay cool and moist.
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Mulching: Apply mulch around your plants, trees, and shrubs to keep them cool and help retain moisture during the summer heat.
Mid-July
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Watering Schedule: Reassess your watering schedule. Plants prefer deep soaks less often. Water in the early morning to conserve water.
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Soil Moisture in Containers: Check soil moisture regularly in containers, as they dry out faster than garden beds.
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Pest Monitoring: Regularly check for pests like aphids, spider mites, and caterpillars. Neem oil is recommended for pest control.
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Disease Prevention: Remove any diseased leaves or plants to prevent the spread of diseases.
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Weeding: Keep up with weeding to reduce competition for water and nutrients.
Late July
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Thrips on Roses: With warmer weather, thrips are more common on roses. Use Captain Jack’s Deadbug Brew to manage them.
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Fruit Harvesting: Start checking for ripe fruit and harvest zucchini when they are 6 to 8 inches long.
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Pruning: Trim back any overgrown or leggy plants to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
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Heat-Tolerant Plants: Plant heat-tolerant and drought-resistant plants to ensure your garden remains resilient during the hot summer months.
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