{"id":46,"date":"2025-06-24T19:04:20","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T19:04:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lrtgardening.co.uk\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2025-06-24T19:04:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T19:04:20","slug":"late-june-in-the-garden-heatwaves-hoses-holding-it-all-together","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lrtgardening.co.uk\/blog\/index.php\/2025\/06\/24\/late-june-in-the-garden-heatwaves-hoses-holding-it-all-together\/","title":{"rendered":"Late June in the Garden: Heatwaves, Hoses & Holding It All Together"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ahhh, June. The month that usually tiptoes between showers and sunshine has gone full Mediterranean on us this year – weeks of blazing heat, barely a drop of rain & plants either thriving or throwing in the trowel.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The days are still long (yes, 10pm pottering is still on the cards), but now your main job is not just growing things – it\u2019s <\/span>keeping them alive<\/span><\/i>. Welcome to the Garden Survival Games: Heatwave Edition.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What\u2019s Happening in the Garden Right Now?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Nature\u2019s doing its thing but with some serious stress. Late June usually means peak blooms and full veg patch vibes, but this year\u2019s dry spell has turned the tempo up:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Roses<\/span><\/b> are still blooming beautifully but need a bit more TLC than usual.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lavender<\/span><\/b> and other drought-tolerant plants are lapping it up.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Veg patches<\/span><\/b> may be showing signs of struggle – bolting lettuces, thirsty beans & sulky courgettes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Containers<\/span><\/b> are drying out faster than you can say \u201cwatering can\u201d.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And the <\/span>lawns<\/span><\/b>? Crispier than your Sunday roast.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Top Things to Do in Late June<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Water Smart, Not More<\/span><\/b> \u2013 Focus on early morning or late evening. Deep, infrequent watering is better than a little splash every day. Prioritise new plants, veg crops & anything in containers.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Mulch Everything<\/span><\/b> \u2013 If you haven\u2019t mulched yet, now\u2019s the time. Compost, bark, even a layer of grass clippings helps keep moisture in and roots cool.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Shade Rescue Missions<\/span><\/b> \u2013 If you\u2019ve got wilting plants, consider a temporary bit of shade using garden fabric, parasols or even a strategically placed chair.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Deadhead & Prune Lightly<\/span><\/b> \u2013 Keep those flowers going by snipping off the faded ones. Don\u2019t go heavy on pruning though, the plants are already stressed.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Check for Pests & Heat Damage<\/span><\/b> \u2013 Heat-stressed plants are more vulnerable to aphids, red spider mites & mildew. Keep a close eye and use natural remedies where possible.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Skip the Lawn Mowing<\/span><\/b> \u2013 Let it grow a bit longer if it\u2019s looking brown. Longer grass shades the roots and holds moisture better. And honestly? Embrace the crispy chic.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2705 <\/span>Feed Sparingly<\/span><\/b> \u2013 Only feed if you’re watering enough. Feeding dry plants can do more harm than good, like handing someone a sandwich in the desert without water.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Late June Highlights (Yes, There Are Still Some)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf53 <\/span>Strawberries<\/span><\/b> are ripening faster than ever. Water at the base and net them unless you want to feed the birds instead.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf3f <\/span>Herbs<\/span><\/b> like thyme, rosemary and oregano are <\/span>thriving<\/span><\/i>. Basil might be a bit sulky so keep it shaded in the midday sun and water from below.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf3c <\/span>Drought-tolerant blooms<\/span><\/b> like gaura, salvias, echinacea and cosmos are absolutely in their element. Time to let the Mediterranean garden dream flourish.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Garden Vibes: The Heatwave Edition<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

BBQ season is <\/span>still<\/span><\/i> in full swing but keep a watering can nearby for your thirsty plants (& possibly guests). String lights still bring the magic & there\u2019s nothing more impressive than offering someone a mojito with mint that survived a heatwave.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Top tip: Move your party zones to a shadier spot &\u00a0surround with pots of scented pelargoniums or lemon balm for natural freshness and bug control.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Night Garden Magic: Warm Evenings & Late Blooms<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Warm evenings are the perfect excuse to slow down in the garden. Night-scented flowers like jasmine and nicotiana still work their magic in the dusk, with\u00a0candles or solar lanterns turning a parched plot into an enchanting hideaway.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bonus: Bats and moths are more active right now – nature\u2019s very own twilight show.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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One Last Thought\u2026<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Late June this year might feel more like southern Spain than Surrey, but the garden\u2019s still doing its thing – adapting, surprising, surviving. You don\u2019t need perfection; you just need presence. So water what matters, mulch what you can & take a moment to appreciate the resilience around you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stay cool & happy gardening!<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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