In July, most of the work in the garden revolves around watering. Vegetables in the kitchen garden, as well as young plants (trees, shrubs, perennials, and roses planted during the year) require special attention to cope with the heat.
Water less⊠but better đż
Instead of watering daily on the surface, prefer abundant watering once a week. This promotes deep root anchoring, making your plants more drought-resistant. To limit water loss, consider mulching your beds with a natural mulch, such as one made from sheep wool.
đ§ Holiday tip: install oyas (capillary irrigation) to maintain constant humidity in your absence.
Other seasonal tasks
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Monitor for pests (aphids, whiteflies, Colorado beetlesâŠ). As a preventive measure, prioritize natural solutions such as nettle manure, comfrey, or horsetail decoction, which are rich in nutrients and respectful of biodiversity.
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Remove faded flowers to encourage new blooms, especially on perennials.
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Propagate your plants by cuttings: hydrangeas, lavenders, cistus, oleanders, fuchsias, climbing plants (bignone, honeysuckle), succulents, etc. Itâs the ideal time to create new plants without spending a penny.
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Divide irises and primroses if their clumps become too dense.
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Mow your lawn less closely to prevent drying out. And if the heat becomes too intense, take a break from mowing: the lawn will turn yellow but will recover with the first rains.
đ± Fertilaine's advice: adopt simple but effective practices for a more autonomous, resilient, and water-efficient garden, while promoting valuable local biodiversity.