Garden checklist for June

Hi, I haven't posted in awhile. Just too busy getting my garden in shape. Here is the checklist for June.

• Tomato, pepper and eggplant seedlings can be planted outside now in NJ.
• Continue planting warm weather crops such as vegetables, herbs and flowers.
• Mulch bedding and vegetable gardens to a 3 inch depth to maintain even moisture and to control weeds.
• Fertilize rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas immediately after flowering. Now is the time to prune these, if needed.
• Check plants for insects and control as needed. All insects are not necessarily harmful. check with your local agricultural extension for help in identification and control.
• Dig and divide spring perennials after flowering.
• If you move houseplants outdoors, be sure their containers have drainage holes.
• If spring rain is deficient, water new landscape plants to 1 inch per week.
• Check for black spot and powdery mildew on roses and treat accordingly.
• Japanese beetles can be picked by hand and drowned in soapy water.

Happy Gardening