Radio Show Recap
After recapping a week of rain and humidity in Northeast Ohio, Angelo had tips for checking the lawn and garden for pest and disease issues. He noted that excess rainfall means it’s time to fertilize the garden again. He also shared tips for pruning and harvesting veggies and herbs. PLUS, he answered caller questions like, “My dappled willow tree is getting too large, can I trim it now,” “Is there a way to keep Lamb’s Ear contained,” and “My corn stalks got knocked over in the storm, should I stake them up?”
Angel’s Tips for Success
- Water plants early in the morning to prevent disease issues
- Feed annual planters & hanging baskets with Osmocote 5-6 weeks
- Remove the bottom leaves of your tomato plants and prune suckering growth to keep them healthy
- Cut Mums back by 1/2 by the 4th of July (this also applies to Autumn Joy Sedum)
- Cut back perennials that have finished their first bloom cycle. Feed with Plant-tone or Osmocote.
- Treat insect issues with Neem Oil or Captain Jack’s Dead Bug Brew
- Use Plantskydd to protect against Deer and Rabbit browsing
- Use Repels All for chipmunk & squirrel issues