VEGETABLE PATCH : A leaf day through almost the whole day — the waxing moon energy is building, and the soil feels alive underfoot. With allowed work focused on maintenance and care, this is a fine moment to weed between lettuce rows and clear any debris around artichoke plants, keeping airflow open as they push up new growth. Mulch around strawberry crowns with a thin layer of straw to keep fruit clean and retain moisture as temperatures rise. Harvest any mature lettuce heads early in the morning for the crispest texture. In heavier soils, loosen compacted ground between potato rows gently with a fork — good aeration now helps tubers develop without restriction.
LANDSCAPING : The roses are stretching visibly this week. Run your fingers along the stems and snap off any blind shoots or weak growth that won’t carry flowers. Pull weeds from around lavender and peony clumps before they compete for nutrients — both appreciate a tidy, open base. A thin mulch of compost around hydrangea and rhododendron will feed the roots gently and lock in moisture through the warmer days ahead. Check clematis ties and reattach any stems that have come loose from their support.
ORCHARD : A calm moment to walk the orchard and observe. Spread a generous layer of compost around cherry tree, plum tree, and quince tree, keeping it 10 cm clear of the trunk to prevent rot. Tidy any suckers growing from the base of apple tree or pear tree — remove them cleanly at the root.