Watering and Drought Management
- Check all young trees, shrubs, and roses for signs of drought, even in damp weather.
- Water young trees and shrubs planted in the last twelve months if leaves are small and sparse, as their roots may not yet be able to take up water efficiently.
- Control weeds and grass around the base of young trees to double their growth rate.
Pruning and Training
- Prune early summer shrubs, such as weigela, broom, and deutzia, after they have finished flowering if necessary.
- Continue to tie in new shoots of climbing roses to ensure they are in the correct position for later training and safely out of the way.
Disease and Pest Control
- Spray roses for blackspot and leaf spot only if the foliage is wet for a full day or two at a time.
- Check tree lupins, birch, Japanese maples, and honeysuckle for aphids, which can cause severe dieback.
- Continue to spray roses against blackspot disease, especially in damper parts of the country and after wet weather.
Propagation
- Begin taking softwood cuttings from the current season’s growth of fuchsia, clematis, and other shrubs.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your trees, shrubs, and roses remain healthy and thriving throughout the month of June. Proper watering, pruning, and pest management practices will help your plants grow strong, while timely propagation can help you expand your garden with ease.
