August Gardening Calendar
Wondering What You Should Be Doing In Your Garden?
Below is a calendar of key things you can be doing in your garden during the month of August.
Approximate Timing & August Gardening Activities
Early August:
- Want a summer lawn or limited turf area? It's your last chance to plant Bermuda grass by seed!
- Looking for lawn alternatives? Check out our low-water-use groundcovers...
- Shade cloth can protect your precious plants from our extreme heat! Pick up some today...
- Start seeds indoors for fall vegetables! We've got the tools you need to successfully grow from seed.
- Amend your soil to help get your garden ready for fall veggies and herbs.
- Talk with one of our Trusted Garden Advisors to learn about natural and organic fertilizers for your Tasty Garden and desert landscape.
Mid-August:
- Fertilize your citrus for the tastiest and healthiest fruits!
- It's time to plant early tomato starts.
- Add iron and nitrogen to soil to stave off the yellowing of plants.
- It's time to plant melons.
Late August:
- Fertilize your grass for a superior lawn or limited turf area.
- New citrus trees are arriving now!
- It's time to fertilize your trees and shrubs.
- It's petunia time! Check your local SummerWinds for availability!
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August Planting Calendar
Plant the following edibles from 8/1 - 8/14:
- Seeds: Snap beans, blackeyed peas, carrots, sweet corn, green onions, pumpkin, and winter squash
- Transplants: Tomatoes
Plant the following edibles from 8/15 - 8/31:
- Seeds: Snap beans, blackeyed peas, bok choy, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, Chinese cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, chard, collard greens, sweet corn, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, head and leaf lettuces, leek, mustard, green onions, summer squash, and turnips
To get the most out of your garden harvest, visit your local SummerWinds Nursery and let our Trusted Garden Advisors help you select the best vegetables and the right time to plant. For additional tips, download the Maricopa County Garden Planting Calendar for Annual Fruits and Vegetables.
Want More? Register for one of our FREE Learn ‘n Grow classes online!
Contact your local SummerWinds Nursery to learn more.
