BY JULY many of the early-planted vegetables in my garden are finished and it’s time to get serious about succession planting.
Once a crop like spring turnips or snap peas has finished, I tidy up the bed, amend the soil with a thin layer of compost and replant. Depending on the new crop, I may be sowing seeds or transplanting seedlings.
Here are five tips to boost succession-planting success:
When planting in July, it’s essential to select the right crops and varieties. This means choosing those that have time to grow and mature before your first fall frost date. Every variety has its “days to maturity” listed on the seed packet
