Tomato Seeds Go Under Lights Thursday
Do this: Start seed 7 weeks before transplant day (Sep 2). Why: Transplants get a head start so you pick sooner.
In season now
Still Time for Basil — 80 Days and Counting
Do this: Sow seed or set transplants 0.25" deep, 12" apart, rows 36" apart. Why: Plant today, first harvest around Sep 10.
Garden chores
Worm bin heat check
Do this: Move your worm bin into shade or a cooler spot, because red wigglers start dying above 95°F.
Test before fall planting
Do this: Send a soil sample now if you haven't tested in two years, so your fall garden gets the right feed.
Finger test before you water
Do this: Push a finger into the soil, and water deeply only if it's dry at 1 inch down.