What’s Blooming For August
Plants and Flowers Blooming For August:
- Zinnia
- Abelia
- Shasta daisy
- Firecracker plant
- Pinnacle hydrangea
Fruits and Vegetables in Season:
- Peaches
- Bell pepper
- Figs
- Blackberries
- Tomatoes
Shasta Daisy
Peaches
Pinnacle Hydrangea
Tomatoes
Maintenance Tips For August
Fertilizing needs this month:
If you have any summer flowering container plants, now is a great time to give them a light dose of fertilizer to promote more blooms for the remainder of the summer season!
Pruning needs this month:
Summer-flowering shrubs bloom on last year’s wood, which means that the only reason it would be necessary to prune them is to maintain a desired size or shape. August is the last month of the year where this type of pruning will be beneficial. Waiting any longer puts your plants exposed wood vulnerable to winter damage.
Pests and diseases to look out for this month:
Some common garden pests to keep an eye out for this August include:
- Armyworms
- Japanese beetles
- Chinch bugs
- Aphids
To learn more about how to identify and treat your garden for pests like these, check out our Summer Time Pest Treatment series! Every week for August we will be learning all about how to keep each of these pests out of your garden for years to come! You can find the Summer Time Pest Treatment series under ‘Weekly Posts’ here on Carlee’s Corner!