Ah, the month of June! The days get longer, the temperatures slowly climb, and the garden awaits only you to welcome new companions. If you haven’t filled your vegetable garden yet, don’t worry, there’s still time to plant some vegetables to enjoy beautiful harvests all summer long. Here are six vegetables I heartily recommend you plant at this time.
1. Zucchinis
Ah, zucchinis! They are like generous friends, ready to give abundantly. Plant them in the ground, in a sunny spot. They like to spread out, so give them room.
Water them regularly to prevent the fruits from becoming bitter. With a little care, you will have plenty of zucchinis in less than two months.
2. Green Beans
Green beans are true champions of rapid growth. Whether they are dwarf or climbing, they only need well-drained soil and plenty of sun.
The dwarf beans grow quickly and are usually harvested in 50 to 60 days, while the pole beans happily climb on their supports and take a little longer.
3. The Beetroots
Beetroots are easy to grow and delicious to enjoy. Sow them directly into the ground in June, and they will quickly grow in a light and well-drained soil.
The leaves can be harvested young for salads, while the roots will be ready in 50 to 70 days. Don’t forget to water them regularly so they stay tender and tasty.
4. The Carrots
Carrots are always a good choice, even in June. They prefer loose, sandy soil in order to grow well. Sow the seeds directly into the ground and thin them out to give them space.
Carrots generally take 60 to 80 days to reach maturity, but they are worth the wait, believe me!
5. Summer Spinach
Summer spinach, like ‘New Zealand’ or ‘Malabar’, are perfect for this period. Plant them in rich soil and keep them well watered.
These varieties tolerate heat well and produce tender and tasty leaves all summer long. Nothing like young spinach sprouts for your summer salads.
6. The Cucumbers
Cucumbers love warmth and grow fast, which makes them perfect for planting in June. They like soils rich in compost and full sun exposure.
Water them regularly and harvest the fruits when they are still young and crunchy to get the best flavor.
Additional tips for June plantings
- Soil preparation: Don’t forget to enrich your soil with compost or well-decomposed manure before planting. This provides the necessary nutrients for vigorous growth.
- Watering: Make sure you water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain healthy growth… even if for now, we have rather an excess of water.
- Mulching: Use mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce weed competition.
- Pest Protection: Monitor your plants for signs of pests and intervene quickly with biological control methods if necessary.
By planting these vegetables in June, you ensure beautiful harvests throughout the summer and even into early autumn. Gardening is a deeply rewarding activity that allows you to enjoy fresh, healthy produce, while benefiting from the beauty and tranquility of your garden.
So, put on your gardening gloves, prepare your tools, and plunge your hands into the soil with enthusiasm. Your vegetable garden will pay you back a hundredfold! Happy gardening, my dear gardener friends!