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 </figure>kansashealthyyards.org recommends the completion of these tasks in JuneSummer brings the lazy, hazy days. With the spring cleanup and planting done, June is a time for simple maintenance and enjoyment of the lawn and landscape.Vegetables and Fruits•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Renovate June bearing strawberry beds 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Fertilize strawberries and water regularly to promote new growth 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Plant another crop of sweet corn and green beans 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Watch tomatoes for foliar leaf disease development and treat 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Mulch crops for moisture conservation and weed control 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Continue a regular fruit disease and insect control program 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Remove sucker growth from base of trees and along branches 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Pinch herbs to keep bushy and fresh with new growth 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Turn compost pile and keep moist for a quicker breakdownFlowers•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Pinch chrysanthemums for development of a bushy plant 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Deadhead spent flower blossoms to keep plant flowering 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Remove flower stalks from peonies and iris 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Mulch flower gardens for the summer to conserve moisture, control weeds and cool the soil 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Water plants as needed 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Fertilize roses with about 1 cup of low analysis fertilizer per plant 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Trim spent rose blossoms 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Check plants for insects 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Remove dead foliage from spring bulbs 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Water and fertilize container plantings regularly to encourage growth and floweringLawns•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Raise mowing height on tall fescue to 3" or 3 ½" for summer heat resistance 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Spot treat for broadleaf weeds 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Let grass clippings fall for nutrient recycling 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Water the turf sparingly to increase drought tolerance during heat of summer. Let turf wilt between watering for best results 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Check mower blade for sharpness and sharpen as needed 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Check lawn mower engine oil and add or change according to owners' manualTrees and Shrubs•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Check for bagworms and control as needed 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Mulch around the bases of trees and shrubs to conserve moisture 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Prune pines and spruces to shape and control size 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Water newly planted trees and shrubs as needed 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Prune spring flowering shrubs 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Do not damage tree trunks with mowers and weed whips 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Check for spider mite damage on various shrubs 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Clip hedges as needed to maintain shapeHouseplants•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Fertilizer throughout the summer months to encourage growth 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Wash leaves to remove dust 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Take cuttings to start new plants 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Prune and shape plants for added beauty 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Repot plants as needed in 1" larger containers 
•&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Check for insect problems

From the Ellis Co. Master Gardeners: June garden calendar