Veggies:
- Plant out frost tender transplants beginning May 24 (in most areas: Sorry Newfoundland gardeners, another week or two for you to reach that magic 'frost free' date).
- Sow seeds for most any vegetable. Keep in mind that the peas that you sowed in April will perform better than those you sow in May. Other, fast growing vegetables that lend themselves to successive sowing, about 10 days apart include bush beans, lettuce, radishes, beets, carrots and onions.
- Prepare the soil well before you sow seeds or plant new transplants. I use a bushel of compost in the hole for each tomato plant. Look for 'Bio Max' compost, which is certified by the Composting Council of Canada. It is new this year and superior in quality.
- When you plant tomatoes add the shell of two eggs to the bottom of the hole to prevent blossom end rot. If you have never had blossom end rot, you don't know what a pain in the butt you are missing.
- Water all new plantings well.
- Allow the soil to dry slightly between watering applications. Don't drown the poor darlings! Most plant 'problems' begin with overwatering.
- Remember that all vegetables love sunshine. Plant in the sunniest part of your yard. Minimum 6 hours of sun for most anything to grow well in the veggie garden.
- Herbs are your best bet for planting in containers. Use Marks Choice container mix (Home Hardware exclusive) and plant in full blazing sun... rosemary, thyme, oregano, mint, chives: you name it.
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