Garden in May

Lawn

For many, it’s time to mow the lawn for the first time this season. Make sure to also fertilise and water the lawn. And maybe sow new grass in areas where winter has taken its toll?

If your lawn has taken a huge beating during the winter and is filled with moss, it may be a good idea to rake the lawn properly with a metal rake or a verticutter. This will remove a lot of the moss and aerate the lawn, and it is good preparation for planting new grass.

Planting

Now the weather finally allows dahlias, perennials, summer flowers, and other plants to be planted in pots and balcony boxes. But don’t forget to fertilise and add plant nutrients to your houseplants in spring and early summer.

If you have kept summer bulbs in a cool place indoors over the winter, they will be longing to be planted now. But be sure there will be no more frosty nights before planting the bulbs, otherwise they may not survive the cold

Garden plot

You can also start planting more in the garden plot. May is the perfect month to start planting strawberry seedlings and potatoes. Vegetables such as carrots, lettuce, and beets can also be planted during May. Keep in mind that you can protect your seedlings from bright sunlight, wind, and rain with fibre cloth, sheeting and fabrics, for example.