Watering and Feeding
- Water and feed greenhouse plants regularly to maintain strong growth.
- Be sure to water plants in pots or grow-bags regularly, as they can easily dry out.
- Water the floor and staging of a greenhouse in the morning to cool the air.
Training and Pruning
- Train and side-shoot tomatoes and cucumbers.
- Continue to remove excess growth on a grapevine.
Propagation
- Take cuttings of greenhouse plants, such as pelargoniums, lantana, fuchsia, and mimulus.
- Take semi-hardwood cuttings of deciduous shrubs in the greenhouse, inserting them in compost made of two parts peat/one part sand or vermiculite. Use rooting powder and cover with white polythene.
- Sow seeds of greenhouse primulas and poor man’s orchid for spring flowering.
Potting and Repotting
- Pot on house plants as necessary, if not already done.
General Maintenance
- Lots of plants should be flowering at this stage.
- Continue to water and feed hippeastrum bulbs regularly.
By following these tips for greenhouse and house plant care in July, you can ensure your plants remain healthy and productive. Regular watering and feeding, along with proper training and pruning, will help your plants thrive. Additionally, taking cuttings and propagating new plants can help expand your collection and keep your greenhouse or indoor garden flourishing.
