June Gardening Jobs in the UK: Blooming Lovely!

 

Lawn Care: Keep It Looking Lush

June is prime time for lawn care.

Mow regularly to maintain a neat appearance but avoid cutting the grass too short in hot weather. A higher cut helps reduce stress on the grass and retains moisture.

Apply a summer lawn feed to keep your lawn green and healthy. Look for one that contains nitrogen to promote lush growth.

Watch out for weeds.

Dandelions and clover can take hold quickly, so remove them by hand or use a selective weed killer.

If dry weather persists, consider watering your lawn early in the morning or late in the evening to reduce evaporation.

 

 

Flower Power

June is all about maintaining and enhancing the beauty of your flower beds.

Deadhead roses and other flowering plants to encourage repeat blooms.

Support tall-growing plants like delphiniums and lupins with stakes to prevent wind damage.

You can still sow biennials like foxgloves and wallflowers for flowering next year.

 

 

Fruit and Vegetable Garden

Harvest early crops such as strawberries, lettuce, and radishes—the rewards of your hard work earlier in the year!

Continue successional sowing of vegetables like carrots and beetroot to ensure a continuous harvest.

Pinch out the side shoots of tomato plants and tie the main stem to a support for a better yield.

 

 

Wildlife Care

Provide fresh water for birds and other garden wildlife during hot spells.

Birdbaths should be cleaned regularly to prevent disease.

Pollinators are in full swing, so plant nectar-rich flowers to keep them happy.

 

 

Top Tip for June

Mulch flower beds and borders to retain moisture and suppress weeds—your plants will thank you!

 

Wrapping Up June

June is a joyful, productive month in the garden.

Enjoy the vibrant blooms and delicious harvests while keeping up with essential maintenance.