Sprouted dahlias and tuberous begonias are best, insuring an early start for the plants. Finish setting out bedding plants of warm season vegetables, such as tomatoes. Plant corn in blocks, not in rows, to aid in pollination. When the soil warms up a little, toward the middle of the month, plant pumpkins and squash. New lawns seeded early this month give a good covering quickly.
Temperatures are cool enough so that one or two waterings daily can keep the surface moist.
Water by hand with a very fine spray. Established lawns should be kept thoroughly watered, with special attention to areas where tree roots compete for moisture. Maintenance Cut summer water bills by spreading a mulch this month. It reduces evaporation from the soil, lowers soil temperatures and controls weeds. Use ground bark, leaf mold, steer manure or sawdust, keeping it at least three inches from the base of the plant or root crown to prevent crown rot.