Garden Ready June: The Full Summer Checklist (With a Side of Melons) - Episode 27

This week on the podcast, we're covering everything you should be doing in the garden this month — from what to plant, what to pull, and what to support, to how we're handling pests, mulch math, and our melon experiments (yes… there are melon bralettes involved 😅). Here's a taste of what's inside: ✔️ What to sow right now (okra, beans, melons & more) ✔️ Why mulching early = your future self's BFF ✔️ Natural pest control strategies we're actually testing ✔️ Support systems for dahlias, tomatoes & chilies ✔️ Our fertilizing routines (real talk, no guilt) ✔️ What's blooming, what's bolting, and what's next Whether you're just catching your breath after spring or wondering if you missed your window — this one's for you. Show Notes Cantaloupe Variety - Golden Jenny 🌿 Direct Sow Now: Okra Corn Pole beans Bush beans Summer squash Cucumbers Melons Sunflowers Zinnias Cosmos Marigolds Basil Dill 🪴 Start Indoors (if needed for extra protection or head start): Specialty zinnias or cosmos with precious seed stock Melons (if you're planning to transplant to raised beds or trellis) Additional basil for staggered planting This month is peak warm-season planting — so if you've got open space in the garden, now's the time to fill it! 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch it on YouTube! 👇🏼 Tag a garden buddy & tell us what's on your June to-do list!