GARDEN CALENDAR
St. Augustine lawns may require an iron application if they appear yellow. Check supplies in your hurricane kit for freshness and know your evacuation route. Use a rain gauge to track rainfall and utilize irrigation system accordingly. Pull up dying annuals or vegetables so they do not harbor pests Plants will root well from cuttings now. A 4-6 inch cutting is desirable. Empty containers with rainwater to deter mosquitoes. Take frequent breaks & stay HYDRATED when outdoors. Limit outdoor activities to dusk & dawn. Solar treatment of soil in vegetable gardens will help control nematodes.