May Gardening Tips
by Lakewood on May.06, 2012, under Garden Club News
- Azaleas: Last chance to fertilize and prune. Water deeply once a week or as needed.
- Pruning: Spring flowering shrubs may be pruned after blooming.
- Mulch: Keeping beds well mulched with conserve soil moisture.
- Annuals Perennials: Plants for summer color include begonia, bulbine, coleus, coneflower, lantana, penta, periwinkle, shrimp plant, torenia, and zinnia.
- Fertilize: Bearded Iris and Louisiana Iris may be fertilized after blooming.
- Vegetables: Plant basil, chives, cucumbers, eggplant, peppers, and okra.
