Nurturing Your Home Garden in Colorado: Essential Tips to Keep the Bounty Going

As a homeowner in Colorado with a passion for your lush garden, you may have an assortment of vibrant flowers, a bountiful yield of fruits and vegetables, or a beautiful blend of both. Whether you’re growing a farmstand’s worth of fruit and vegetables, have flowers galore or a combination of everything, keep the bounty going all summer by staying on top of these garden tasks.

To ensure your garden thrives throughout the summer, here are some vital tasks to keep in mind:

1. Stay Hydrated: In the scorching summer heat, it's essential to water your plants regularly and thoroughly. Continue to water thoroughly as needed, especially if very hot weather is expected. Be aware that potted plants generally need more water as they tend to dry out faster than their counterparts in the ground, so you may need to water them daily in very hot and/or dry conditions. If you are uncertain about your plants' hydration levels, consider investing in an inexpensive moisture detector from a local hardware store.

2. Tidy Up: Regular maintenance, like deadheading faded blooms and pruning out dead or erratic growth, helps to keep your garden tidy and promotes the reflowering of certain plants. Removing dried flowers keeps your plants looking good and can help certain types reflower.
   

1. Maintain Cleanliness: It's important to pick up fallen fruits and vegetables. Not only does this improve your garden’s aesthetic appeal, but it also helps to discourage pest invasions.
   

2. Practice Smart Pest Control: To protect your plants, familiarize yourself with the local beneficial and harmful insects and worms. For instance, garden nuisances like aphids can be simply washed off with a forceful stream from your garden hose. Pick up fallen fruit and vegetables to discourage pests and improve your garden’s appearance.
   

1. Use Natural Mulch: A layer of natural mulch (approximately 3"-4") aids in suppressing weed growth, maintaining soil moisture, and enhancing the appearance of your garden. Steer clear of synthetic mulch and ensure that the mulch is a few inches away from your plants' base to encourage good air circulation.
   

2. Fill the Gaps: If you notice bare spots in your flower beds, consider filling them with summer-to-fall annuals or natural mulch to maintain a fresh, vibrant look.
   

These practical and effective steps will help maintain the health and beauty of your garden, promising a summer filled with blossoming flowers and bountiful harvests.

Posted by: Derek and Mariana Wagner

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