This weekend, my family and I were in Ohio for a short visit. I was surprised to see frost on the grass Sunday morning. For that reason alone, many Northeasterners wait until Memorial Day to plant their warm-season crops, new plants and flowers.
This coming weekend is Memorial Day weekend. It is almost time to get out there and plant.
In this article, you will find some great tips and even tricks for gardening in the month of May in the Northeast Region of the U.S. Before you head out into the garden this weekend, make sure to check out this article.
May Gardening Tips
Landscaping Tips:
When mowing your grass, you only want to remove about a third of the length.
If you have a mulching mower, don’t be afraid to leave the grass clippings on the lawn.
Mole problem? The Old Farmers’ Almanac had some really great tips for getting rid of moles. From applying milky spore disease, to a product called Mole-Med.
Weeds. The best way to handle a weed problem is by starting early. Better Homes and Gardens recommends to hand-dig while the weeds are still young and little.
Fruit and Vegetable Tips:
I think the late frost from last weekend may have some of us feeling nervous about planting any warm-season vegetables. However, once the fear of frost is gone, plant your eggplants, peppers, and tomatoes.
You can still plant and grow your very own lettuce. Lettuce and really most greens like it, flourish in the April and May weather of the Northeast.
Annuals/Perennial Tips:
If you have any summer or fall blooming perennials, make sure to divide them as soon as they are 6 inches tall.
Make sure to watch for rain because any newly planted divisions need a lot of watering.
General Gardening Tips for May:
Have you been noticing a lot of bugs in your garden? If not they still be yet to come. Bugs like lace bugs and aphids.
Summary
For most Northeasterners, Memorial Day weekend really marks the beginning of the spring planting season. The risk of frost reduces and many of us are out there getting our hand into the earth.
Are you planning to be out in your yard this weekend? If you are, what is on your ”to do” list?
