What You Need to Do on the Dacha in June: 9 Important Tasks

By the beginning of June, many of us are already enjoying the first fruits of our labor, but the dacha requires constant attention and care. That's why we offer you a checklist that will help you navigate the necessary tasks and ensure nothing is missed. In this article, we'll look at 9 important tasks that need to be completed on the dacha in June to guarantee a good harvest and maintain the beauty and comfort of your garden and vegetable plot. Be ready for work and enjoy your gardening efforts!

Regular watering

In hot, dry weather, plants need regular watering. It's better to do this in the early morning when the air is still cool and water doesn't evaporate as quickly.

Loosening and mulching the soil

After watering, it's useful to loosen the soil around trees and shrubs — this allows water to reach the roots faster, and during the loosening process, you can also remove weeds. Mulching helps retain moisture in the soil and reduces the frequency of watering.

Weeding and thinning

Weeds grow faster in moist and fertilized soil, blocking the development of other plants. Gathering rich harvests in late summer is made easier with regular weeding and thinning.

Gathering material for compost

Don't throw away plant residues collected after weeding and thinning — they will be useful for making compost. You can also collect mowed grass, fallen leaves, trimmings of raw vegetables and fruits.

Compost should preferably be placed in partial shade, away from direct sunlight and wind.

Fertilizing plants

After planting vegetable crops in the ground or greenhouse, they need to be fertilized periodically. Ideally — every two weeks. Fertilization can be done using organic matter or mineral fertilizers. To increase yield, you can alternate fertilization with spraying.

Disease prevention

Even when everything is planted and watered, you must stay alert. Plants can become diseased at any moment. For example, in wet weather, the risk of fungal diseases increases, and by late June, plants are often affected by powdery mildew.

Maintain ventilation in greenhouses and spray cucumbers and tomatoes with anti-phytophthora. Regularly inspect your plantings — this will help detect problems early and increase the chances of successful treatment.

Care for lawns and flower beds

In June, there is more time for flowers and lawns. You can plant asters, petunias, marigolds, and geraniums. If desired, you can move some indoor plants to the flower bed, such as fuchsias and chlorophytum.

The lawn also needs care. To ensure healthy growth and a rich green color, grass requires nitrogen and potassium fertilizers. Regular mowing helps grass develop side shoots, making the lawn denser.

Sanitary pruning of trees and shrubs

If you didn't prune the frost-damaged branches and shoots in spring, you can do it now. The living branches have already grown back, so it's easier to identify dead and dry ones. Use pruning shears for cutting, and treat the cuts with garden varnish after.

Setting up a relaxation area

It's not only time to work! If you haven't had a chance to set up a relaxation area yet, start right now. In the garden, you can hang a hammock or organize a small dining area. Alternatively, just lay out a blanket and scatter decorative cushions — and the relaxation and sunbathing spot is ready.