Summer is the time when gardens come alive—and it's not too late to get planting! As the weather warms and daylight stretches longer, your garden is ready to flourish. Summer is the perfect season to plant heat-loving crops and prepare for a fruitful summer.
At Wonder Soil, we know that healthy plants start with healthy soil. Whether you’re a backyard gardener, container grower, or urban homesteader, our sustainable, water-saving soil blends help you grow more with less.
Here’s your guide to what to plant in summer and how to give your garden the strongest start possible.
🌿 What to Plant in Summer
Now that the danger of frost is past, it’s safe to plant warm-season crops that thrive in heat and sunshine. Here are some top picks:
🍅 Tomatoes
- Transplant tomato seedlings outdoors now that soil temperatures are warm.
- Plant deeply to encourage strong root development.
- Use cages or stakes early to avoid disturbing roots later.
🌶️ Peppers (Sweet & Hot)
- Thrive in containers or garden beds.
- Full sun and consistent watering are key.
- Enrich soil with compost or organic fertilizer for best results.
🌱 Beans
- Sow green beans, bush beans, and pole beans directly into the soil.
- Pole beans will need support—install trellises at planting time.
🥒 Cucumbers
- Quick-growing and perfect for vertical gardening.
- Use nutrient-rich, well-draining soil like Wonder Soil to support rapid growth.
🎃 Squash & Zucchini
- These prolific producers need space and sunshine.
- Great for raised beds—plant now for a summer harvest.
🌿 Warm-Season Herbs
- Basil, dill, oregano, thyme, and more thrive in summer warmth.
- Plant in beds, containers, or near your kitchen for easy access.
🌸 Flowers for Pollinators
- Marigolds, zinnias, cosmos, sunflowers
- Attract bees and butterflies to naturally support your veggie garden.
🌞 Summer Gardening Tips
Want to get the most out of your garden this season? Try these tips—each one designed with sustainability in mind:
- Enrich Your Soil: Before planting, add Wonder Soil to improve nutrient content, water retention, and root support. Our coco coir base saves water and reduces runoff—ideal for dry climates.
- Water Deep and Early: Watering early in the day prevents evaporation and protects against fungal growth. Aim for deep, infrequent watering to encourage stronger root systems.
- Mulch to Lock in Moisture: Organic mulch (like straw or bark) keeps the soil cool, suppresses weeds, and helps conserve water.
- Space Plants Wisely: Avoid overcrowding—give each plant enough room to grow. Airflow prevents disease and ensures higher yields.
- Keep Weeds in Check: Weeds compete for nutrients and water. Pull them early and often to give your plants the best chance.
- Use Natural Pest Control: Try companion planting or DIY remedies like neem oil or garlic spray to keep pests at bay without chemicals.
🌱 Give Your Garden the Wonder Soil Advantage
Whether you’re growing tomatoes in raised beds or herbs in containers, Wonder Soil gives your plants a better start—naturally. Our pre-mixed, ready-to-use blends are packed with nutrients, save up to 50% more water, and support strong, healthy root systems from day one.
Let your garden thrive this season—start with Wonder Soil.
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