VEGETABLE PATCH : The morning after Last Quarter brings excellent energy for leafy greens! Transplant young lettuce seedlings into partially shaded beds, spacing them 8 inches apart to allow full development. / Direct sow spinach and arugula in shallow furrows 1/2 inch deep, then cover lightly with fine soil and water gently with a rose-head watering can. / Harvest outer leaves of chard, kale and collard greens while leaving the central growth point intact – this ‘cut and come again’ approach extends your harvest by weeks.
INDOORS : Humidity levels rise with summer temperatures – perfect timing for leafy houseplants! Mist ferns, calatheas and peace lilies with room-temperature water to increase ambient moisture and prevent brown leaf tips. / Rotate potted herbs like basil, parsley and mint a quarter-turn each week to promote even growth and prevent them leaning toward light sources. / Feed leafy houseplants with half-strength liquid fertilizer, applying to moist soil to prevent root burn.
LANDSCAPING : Hedges benefit from the waxing lunar energy today! Shape formal boxwood hedges with sharp shears, removing just the soft new growth to maintain crisp lines without stressing plants. / Mulch around hostas, ferns and other shade-loving perennials with a 2-inch layer of leaf mold to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. / Remove yellowing leaves from ornamental grasses to maintain their elegant appearance through summer.