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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

This Easy-to-Make June Gardening Mistake Could Stop Your Yard From Thriving –Here's What to Do Instead

A wooden table and chairs surrounded by raised beds with green shrubs at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026.

Admit it, watering sometimes feels like a chore. You may assume it isn’t that hot, so you don’t need to water, or assume the light rain you had will be enough. However, it is a mistake to take watering for granted this month.

The weather is highly temperamental in June, and the soil can quickly dry out when temperatures rise. It is all too common for plants to go thirsty if the heat is underappreciated or the amount of rain is underestimated, especially if you grow them in containers.

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