Is June too late to plant?
You may be forgiven for thinking that June is too late for planting. The busiest season for getting seeds and young plants may have passed, but there is still plenty of the growing season left to enjoy! June Gardening: What To Plant. Many gardeners think of Memorial Day as the cutoff for planting in the garden, but that’s not the case! There is still plenty of time to plant in June for strong, healthy plants and vibrant blooms this season. Besides planting, there are some important steps for garden care in June.
What fruit and vegetables are best to plant in June?
All root vegetables, like carrots, beets, and parsnips, will do well sown in June. Sow your second radish crop at this time, too. Squash (both zucchini and summer squash), beans, cucumbers, melons, and pumpkins can all be planted early summer, with the hopes of an Indian summer for a bountiful harvest. The fastest growing spring vegetables include the following: radishes, lettuce, spinach, arugula, kale, turnips, and peas. All of these vegetables should be fertilized, planted in loose soil, and given adequate sun and moisture.